Climbing Kazbek, 5054 m Georgia

Gathering of participants in the capital of Georgia until 15.00. It is possible to organize a meeting in Stepantsminda (Kazbegi). Let’s meet the guide. We move to a village under the mountain – Stepantsminda (Kazbegi), 1700 m. We will spend the night in a guest house. Accommodation in rooms for 2-3 people.
Today we are preparing for the ascent; we are renting the necessary additional equipment.
Important! In case of early arrival in Tbilisi, it is possible to arrange accommodation reservation.
In Kazbegi you can leave unnecessary things in the storage rooms of the village of Kazbegi.

In the morning, transfer by car to the Tsminda-Sameba monastery (2200 m). With good visibility and clear weather, we will have a magnificent panorama of Kazbek and the village at the foot of the volcano. We will take hundreds of photographs for memory. Although Kazbek will always be nearby, we are gradually approaching our goal.
The beginning of the pedestrian part, we gradually climb to the Saberce Pass (3000 m). After the pass there is a short descent to a clearing. Our first 3000 m bivouac. Night in tents.
Public supplies and general equipment are raised on horseback. It is possible to rent a horse for dropping off personal belongings, and spread the costs to everyone. Cost $120 per 60 kg per horse.
Attention! transportation by horse above the Herteri glacier is only from July to September (in spring and winter, snow and horses cannot pass above the monastery).
The trek is approximately 7 km, 8 hours.

We go to the “Meteorological Station” shelter. We camp in tents. There is a toilet and water. A short rest and lunch.
After lunch, acclimatization, transition to the miniature chapel. Overnight in tents (3650 m).
You can spend the night in the shelter for an additional fee, book in advance.
Trekking 3 km, 6 hours.

We will devote the day to acclimatization and training. Travel lightly, without belongings, to Ortsveri (4000 m). The instructor will teach basic skills: self-arrest on snowfields and ice, skills of moving with insurance. Descent back to the shelter.

We wake up at night, have breakfast and leave no later than 3:00. Climb We make the classic climb to the eastern, main peak. Part of the ascent goes along the moraine, then we gradually gain altitude and emerge onto the glacier. On the glacier we will put on crampons and systems, movement in bundles. We rejoice at our successful acquaintance with Kazbek (5054 m), admiring the magical views.
Approximate trekking time to the top is 7-9 hours, descent is another 3-4 hours. We go down to the camp and spend the night in tents.
Trekking 15 km.

We use this day in case of unfavorable weather and additional acclimatization (at the discretion of the participants).

We return to the village. Stepantsminda, we are moving to Tbilisi. We pick up city things at the guest house. Arrival in the city in the evening, at seven o’clock. Check-in to a hotel.
Today we will try Georgian dishes and take a walk around the evening city. We look at the sights, parks, fountains, the “old town” is magnificent.
The flight home must be scheduled for that day at night or the next day. Descent track 10 km, 5 hours. Overnight at the hotel

Farewell to the team. Flight home. Kilometers: 40-50 km.
Note:
— The program is not final and may be adjusted depending on the weather, the condition of the participants and other factors.
— Based on the results of the acclimatization climb to the Ortsveri pass and training, the guide has the right to refuse the final ascent to Kazbek or offer to take an individual guide if the participant is not physically ready or has problems with coordination and balance. There are not many such cases, for example in 2018, according to the results, 10% of climbers were not physically and mentally prepared for long treks and climbing. Your safety and the safety of the guides we work with are important to us, so it is very important to prepare for the climb seriously and in advance.
— Based on the results of the acclimatization climb to the Ortsveri pass and training, the guide has the right to refuse the final ascent to Kazbek or offer to take an individual guide if the participant is not physically ready or has problems with coordination and balance. There are not many such cases, for example in 2018, according to the results, 10% of climbers were not physically and mentally prepared for long treks and climbing. Your safety and the safety of the guides we work with are important to us, so it is very important to prepare for the climb seriously and in advance.