The Mountaineering School in Chaukhi is an opportunity to get into a very beautiful mountainous region of Georgia, climbing Kazbek, get vivid emotions and new experiences. The area is interesting for its short approaches to climbing routes, accessibility and a range of simple peaks that are safe for beginner climbers.
The training program includes rock climbing, snow and ice classes and qualifying ascents to the peaks of the region, as well as classes on organizing rescue operations and bivouacs in the mountains. Instructors with many years of experience will work with you. The presence of a rock laboratory next to the camp makes it possible to build the educational process with maximum efficiency, and the availability of rental equipment significantly simplifies the equipment of participants.
The main goal of the mountaineering school in Georgia is to gain additional skills in mountaineering, consolidate previously acquired techniques and knowledge in mountain hiking and climbing in the Caucasus. Preparing for difficult climbs to the top of the world and simply pumping yourself up.
Training at the School by an experienced mountaineering instructor from the Extreme Guide team.
The school program is divided into two stages: main and educational – 10 days and + 6 days of climbing Mount Kazbek.
Depending on the composition of the group, adjustments to programs and the set of training peaks are possible. Special sections will be organized for complete beginners.
The program of this Georgia hike is accessible with any mountain experience!
Participants over 16 years of age are allowed to climb. Participants from 14 to 16 years old are allowed under the guidance of a mountaineering instructor who conducted pre-season training, taking into account their physical fitness and with the written consent of their parents.
Note:
— Requirement for climbing participants: previous experience of hiking in the Caucasus and Carpathians is desirable.
— The tour program is not final and may be adjusted depending on weather conditions, the condition of the participants and other circumstances.
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Route of the program “Mountaineering School in Georgia”:
Tbilisi – Juta village – Chaukhi massif – Juta village – Stepantsminda village – mount Kazbek (5054) – Tbilisi
Yourguides in the program “Mountaineering School in Georgia”
Routeof the program “Mountaineering School in Georgia” by days
day
Meeting of participants in the capital of Georgia – Tbilisi (until 15:00). It is also possible to meet the group in the village. Stepantsminda. Evening transfer to the village. Kazbegi (Stepantsminda). Accommodation in a guest house. In the evening, introduction to the group, general briefing, equipment check. All excess items can be left for storage in the guest house.
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Early in the morning we load the SUV with equipment and food, moving to the village of Juta. Going out for rock climbing activities not far from the base camp. Practical lesson on knots, rope and everything related to it. Free time.
day
Acclimatization trip to the Southern Circus (2.5-3 hours) altitude gain of 600 m. Conducting extended snow activities (walking on the slopes, using an ice ax on snow and firn, detention, self-belaying, belaying a partner, handrails, stalling of the leader and the second in the group, imitation of crack transition, descent in 3 strokes, gliding). In the evening, the lecture “Types and structure of snow in the mountains” is all about snow slopes, avalanches, cornices, etc.
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Practical lesson “Moving ropes on rocky terrain”, learning to set your points and trust them, belaying, organizing stations, rappelling on a double rope, interaction of ropes in various patterns. Zhumar and practice of climbing on a fixed rope. In the evening, lecture “Medicine” and “Radio Communications” – using walkie-talkies. Review of the upcoming climb to the top.
day
Practical lesson “Moving ropes on rocky terrain”, learning to set your points and trust them, belaying, organizing stations, rappelling on a double rope, interaction of ropes in various patterns. Zhumar and practice of climbing on a fixed rope. In the evening, lecture “Medicine” and “Radio Communications” – using walkie-talkies. Review of the upcoming climb to the top.
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Early breakfast. All groups go to the top of Tikanadze 1B. Return. Brief analysis of the ascent.
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Day of rest. Walk to the lakes; You can arrange a horse ride, training, etc. Preparing for the next climb. Overview of the summit. Practical lesson “Transporting a victim using a small group and crossing.”
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Early breakfast. All groups go to the top of TSU 2A k.tr., along the NE ridge. After dinner – a brief analysis of the climbs, working on mistakes.
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Early breakfast. The group goes out to climb the Tikanadze peak 2A-2B level of difficulty. Descent down rest.
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Day of gathering the camp, moving to the village of Dzhuta, then transfer to Kazbegi. Accommodation in a guest house.
Group division:
1. Departure to Tbilisi, accommodation in a Hostel (10 days program). In this case, independent transfer to Tbilisi.
2. Those who are going to Kazbek – move to the Holy Trinity Monastery, stop for the night in tents.
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In the morning, transfer by SUV to the Holy Trinity Monastery. This is one of the most beautiful monasteries in Georgia. We give group equipment, food and tents to the horses. Transfer to the weather station, 3650 m, setting up camp. If desired, personal stuff can also be given to horses.
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Training on the Herteri glacier. Ice technology. Organization of insurance on ice.
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Continuation of training on the Herteri glacier. The organization rescued work on the glacier (climbing out of a crack, self-climbing out of a crack).
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Climbing Kazbek along the classic route 2A difficulty level, descent to the Holy Trinity Monastery, transfer to the village. Kazbegi and accommodation in a guest house.
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A reserve day in case of bad weather and other circumstances.
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Moving to Tbilisi. Flight home.
Note: The program is not final and may be adjusted depending on the weather, the condition of the participants and other factors.
Why is it profitable to go hiking with Extremeguide?
Costand conditions of the program “Mountaineering School in Georgia”
Is this trip right for you?
To participate in this program, you need good physical preparation and previous experience of hiking in the Crimea, Carpathians, Caucasus, and go through a mountaineering school in Bulgaria with us.
Included in the price:
- Transfer on a custom minibus Tbilisi – Kazbegi – Juta and return transfer Kazbegi – Tbilisi;
- transfer by SUV to the church 2200 and back (Kazbek);
- Accommodation on the camp site in tents;
- Accommodation in a guest house with. Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) – 3 nights;
- Climbing safety: walkie-talkie for exits and GPS + group first aid kit;
- Camping meals on the active part from days 2 to 15 are prepared by the participants themselves (on duty);
- Work of an instructor (1 instructor for 5-6 people);
- Rental of public climbing equipment for a group: ropes, ice screws, rock equipment, quickdraws, loops, etc.;
- Registration of passes to the reserve and border zone;
- Environmental fee;
- Tent rental;
- rental of burners and utensils for cooking;
- gas for burners;
- Delivery of group equipment, food and tents on horseback to Juta – Chaukhi and back;
- Delivery off group equipment, food and tents on horseback Stepantsminda – Weather Station;
- Transporting public cargo on horseback;
- Certificate of completion of the program and ascent.
The price does not include:
- Travel/flight to Tbilisi/s. Kazbegi;
- transfer from/to the airport;
- Rental of personal special equipment (crampons, ice axe, system, helmet, carbines, etc.) approximately 100 EUR per set for the entire program;
- NS and medical insurance coverage from 30,000 €. (issued by ExtremeGuide), the cost is 3–10 €/day depending on the chosen insurance program and residency. Check the price;
- Meals in populated areas and during travel;
- additional nights in populated areas in case of early descent;
- Descent of equipment and personal belongings on horseback from the Meteorological Station (Kazbek);
- Accommodation in Tbilisi;
- Other expenses not specified in the program.
The approximate amount of additional costs, including equipment rental and without air travel, is 200-300 EUR.
Cost depending on the number of participants
| Number of participants | Cost per 1 participant | Cost per 1 participant |
|---|---|---|
| 10 days | 16 days | |
| 6 | 890 EUR | 1300 EUR |
| 5 | 1000 EUR | 1400 EUR |
| 4 | 1100 EUR | 1650 EUR |
| 3 | 1300 EUR | 1900 EUR |
| 2 | 1700 EUR | 2500 EUR |
| 3200 EUR | 4600 EUR |
Best price guarantee!
- We have included in the price all possible basic expenses for the program and guarantee that there are no hidden additional costs, while we have retained the best service at a low price: transfers, hotel accommodation, guides and staff!
We have a flexible discount system
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Necessary equipment
Basics:
- Backpack for mountaineering 60-70 l. (More about choosing a backpack);
- Assault backpack for climbing 25-35 l. (a second backpack for climbing, or the only one if you plan to live only in huts);
- Sleeping bag -0…-5 С (More about choosing a sleeping bag);
- Loam pad (More about choosing a pad)
Shoes and clothing:
- Mountaineering boots (it is important that the shoes are comfortable and worn in. Usually shoes are chosen with a thick socks and 1.5 – 2 sizes larger than the foot size) (More about choosing clothes and boots);
- Light trekking sneakers;
- Crocs (useful when camping, for example, for taking a shower);
- Gaiters (shoe covers, flashlights) for mountaineering boots;
- Insulated jacket (down, primaloft, etc. If it is very thin, then it is better to take two for climbing Kazbek);
- Membrane jacket (preferably without insulation, to protect against wind and precipitation. It is better to choose from mountaineering brands. Ski clothing is not very suitable for mountaineering – too heavy and warm);
- Membrane pants (same as with jacket);
- Thin fleece jacket;
- Warm fleece jacket;
- Thermal underwear set: top and bottom;
- Several T-shirts (coolmax);
- Trekking pants are lightweight (for trekking);
- Fleece pants (third layer for insulation);
- Socks 3 pairs (“thermal socks” or other thick ones);
- Overnight socks (preferably wool or down);
- Gloves for working with rope (leather or simple work gloves);
- Warm gloves (ski or fleece);
- Warm mittens (down or synthetic insulation)
- A cap;
- Buff or balaclava;
- Sun cap or panama hat;
- Rain cape (in case your main clothes get wet);
- Change of underwear.
Additionally:
- Backpack cover (or large plastic bags for packing things);
- Hermo bags for things 20 l – 2 pcs;
- Mug, spoon, bowl, knife (all of this should be as light as possible – made of stainless steel or special plastic; do not take ceramic mugs or enamel dishes);
- Hygiene items (a toothbrush and a small tube of toothpaste, a bar of soap and a little shampoo will be enough; do not take full bottles of shower gel and shampoo, heaps of creams and lotions with you);
- Documents;
- Individual first aid kit (plaster, cold, stomach, head. You also need to take into account specific and chronic diseases, if any. In addition to the individual first aid kit, the instructor has a general);
- Mountaineering goggles (protection category 3-4);
- Ski mask;
- lip balm chapstick ;
- Sunscreen ointment (with SPF 30-50);
- Water bottle ( 1-2 l.);
- Lighter;
- Mobile phone.
- Thermal blanket (isopholia);
- Powerbank;
- Trekking poles.
Special gear:
- Harness (for safety);
- Dynamic Safety Lanyard – 2 pcs;
- Descender ( as Petzl Reverso или Black Diamond ATC Guide);
- Carabiners 4 pcs (2 medium);
- Climbing helmet (ski helmet doesn’t match!);
- Classic ice ax;
- Crampons (that match your boots).
- cordelette 1,5 m. (diameter 6mm.);
- cordelette 6 m. ( diameter 6mm.);
- General equipment* (we will provide, but if you have your own, it is better to take it. Rope, bookmarks, camalots, guy ropes, loops, ice screws).
- Thermos (0.5 – 1.0 liters);
- Camera;*;
- Climbing shoes (if any, needed for climbing at the climbing wall, 1 – 2 days).
Additional Information
The instructors are experienced, certified CMS, MS in mountaineering, who have repeatedly conducted training programs in the Chaukhi gorge.
To visit Georgia, citizens of the former CIS only need a foreign passport; they do not need a visa. It is imperative to have with you a medical certificate from a physical dispensary with permission to engage in mountaineering and, preferably, a cardiogram and blood tests no more than a month old. Availability of emergency insurance and medical coverage is mandatory for the entire period of the program for climbers.
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Meeting in Tbilisi, Georgia until 15:00 on the 1st day, meeting in the village is also possible. Stepantsminda. The location will be confirmed immediately before the start.
Transport – customized Delica minibus (7-8 people).
Moving along steep rocky and snowy slopes in crampons and in bundles, moving on a glacier, spending the night in tents, autonomous treks with a backpack up to 20 kg. During the climbing period – early rises at 4:00 and long intense walking days of up to 8-10 hours. Self-cooking.
Accommodation in tents for the entire period of the active program. In Tbilisi and Stepantsminda, accommodation in a guest house/hostel.
During the autonomous program in the mountains, meals are camping: breakfast porridge: buckwheat, oatmeal, rice + dessert, lunch sandwiches with tea, dinner – soup, tea + dessert, cheese, sausage, lard (included in the price). Participants take part in the process of preparing food (on duty). In the city and villages, cafes and restaurants provide self-catering food.
Up to 20 kg.
At the exits, the first aid kit is kept by the instructor. You can contact rescuers almost anywhere by radio. You need to have individual medications.
In the village Juta there is a mobile connection (1.5-2 hours from the camp), the Internet is not available. The camp will have a common satellite phone for emergency communications.
Up to + 25ºС in the valleys, in the highlands – up to – 10ºС.
This program is potentially dangerous to the health and life of any of the participants. Guides provide the necessary safety provided that participants comply with safety regulations. The decision to stop climbing in conditions that threaten the safety of the participants is within the exclusive competence of the guide and is not subject to discussion.
Rockfalls, ice cracks on approaches to routes, mountain climate and solar radiation.
Cross-country running at least 8-10 km, 2-3 times a week, general physical training; see more details
Features of acclimatization in high mountains
Physical and mental preparation before climbing and hiking in the mountains
List of diseases If physical, technical, moral and psychological preparation is insufficient, for the safety of you and other participants, the instructor has the right to refuse the final ascent without compensation for the cost of the tour and other expenses.
Before the start of the tour, you make a prepayment of 30%, the rest either before the start of the tour or directly to the instructor on the spot. Details:
The table shows the basic cost for a group and may change depending on the number of people in the group. For the calculation of the cost of the tour for a smaller number of people and individual groups, see the «Price» block for more details.
We guarantee that on the dates indicated in the table, even if there is a minimum number of people allowed in the group, the tour will take place 100% with a minimum change in cost.
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