Mt. Elbrus Expedition @ ₹ 48000

Brief Overview

Mount Elbrus isn’t technically a mountain — it is an inactive volcano located in the western Caucasus mountain range, near the Georgian border in Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay–Cherkessia, Russia. With an elevation of 18,510 feet (5,642 meters), it is part of the Caucasus Range that straddles Asia and Europe, although most geographers place it in Europe. This makes it the tallest mountain in Europe and one of the Seven Summits, the highest mountains in each of the continents and elite climbers aspire to summit all of them.

Mount Elbrus’ prominence —a measure of how distinct a mountain is from nearby peaks — is 15,554 feet (4,741 m), making it the 10th most prominent mountain in the world. The east summit is slightly lower at 18,442 feet (5,621 m). Elbrus is a major center for mountaineering and tourism in the Caucasus region. In 1964 an extensive tourist and mountaineering base was opened, with large-scale sporting facilities.

Terskol

Starting Point

Hard

Difficulty

Caucasus Mountain

Region

7

Duration

June to September

Best Time

18+

Age Limit

Expedition Itinerary

Elbrus is located in Russia near the border of Georgia. We will take the southern route, this is the most common route and it offers more facilities such as mountain hut accommodation.

The standard route to the top of Elbrus is long and tiring but is technically easy. Ascent to the top needs basic mountaineering skills only. However, volatile weather conditions makes this ascent a more daring trip. There are several other routes as well to the top, it is often said that the northern route to the top lets you view the exquisite sceneries of icy glaciers and green fields on the way to the top, though the south route is the normal route.

The higher altitude is widely covered with snow sheets. There are 22 glaciers around Mount Elbrus. There you should spend at least five nights above the base camp to acclimatize for a long summit trek day of nearly 1600m.We will ensure that you will gain a lot of climbing skills and acclimatize fully before the actual summit day. The descent of Elbrus takes about 3-6 hours and needs lots of care while descending. We will ensure local guides for this expedition.

DAY 1 Reach Moscow from India

We will reach Moscow from Delhi. After clearing immigration and customs we will head towards our hostel which is near to kremlin.

After getting freshen up we will proceed towards the famous red square and light street.

In the evening we will come back to the hostel and take a rest as tomorrow we have a long journey.

DAY 2 Reach Mineralyne Vody from Moscow & Drive to Terskol

In the morning we will head towards Airport as we have to catch the flight to Mineralyne Vody which is the nearest airport to Elbrus.

After reaching the airport we will wait for other members to arrive and then we will proceed together towards Terskol which is 2.5 hrs far from the airport.

After reaching Terskol we will have dinner and rest in the hostel.

DAY 3 Equipment Setup and Acclimatization Day

After having breakfast, your Expedition Leader will conduct a gear check. Afterwards we will head towards well-equipped climbing shops in the area to get the equipment for rental, Your Leader will assist you to get well equipped. Options also exist for gear rental apart from which we will provide.

After geared up we will come back to our hostel by lunchtime and after having lunch we will go for an acclimatization walk nearby at Baksan valley.

We will come back to the hostel after getting acclimatized and have our dinner.

DAY 4 Terskol to Azau and then cable car to Garabashi & further trek to Maria Shelter (4100 Mtrs)

After having breakfast we will start our journey from Terskol to Azau. you need to keep all not necessary belongings here at Terskol only. The car drive will take 30 minutes to reach Azau.

From Azau we will take the cable car to Garabashi, this is one of the most scenic cable cars you will have ever been.

This cable Car ride will take 1 hours approx to reach Garabashi Station.

From Garabashi we will start our trek to Maria shelter. It's a small hike to the Barrel of Maria Shelter.

After reaching there we will have our lunch and rest there to get better acclimatized.

DAY 5 Learning Self Arrest and Crampon Technique (Technical Skills)

Today is an important day as we will learn some technical skills which will be required to climb Mount Elbrus.

So after breakfast we will start our day with our technical equipment and we will go nearby only to learn self arrest techniques and team arrest techniques. Along with that we will learn about rope walk. Also we will learn some crampon skills.

Our day will be fruitful with all this training. We will have lunch afterwards and take some rest. Evening we will go for a short acclimatization hike.

After that we will call off our day and sleep early after dinner.

DAY 6 Acclimatization Hike to Pestuav Rock and come back to Maria Shelter

Today we start as early as 6.30 AM after breakfast and we will pack our lunch and go for an acclimatization hike till Pestuav rock. It will take around 7-8 hours to complete this acclimatization hike. And this hike will really help your Summit.

So on this day along with this acclimatization hike make sure you are drinking adequate water and taking proper rest so you will get better acclimatized.

In the late afternoon we will come and have early dinner and sleep as you need to wake up early.

DAY 7 Maria Shelter to Summit & come back to Maria Shelter

Today is our D Day. We have to leave the hut at midnight for the climb to Elbrus' west summit, 5642 m (18,510 ft).

With some additional cost it is possible to hire a snow-cat (Ratrak) for a group. This vehicle carries climbers up to Pastuav rocks and saves 4 hours and a lot of energy. Generally, for an average group, it takes about 9 hours to reach the top and 5 hours to come back to the hut. During this climb few technical sections are there but we will be roping up so don't need to worry at all.

Once you reach the summit you will be apparently standing on the border of Georgia and Russia.

DAY 8 Buffer day for Summit and head towards Terskol

This is a Spare day to attempt Elbrus if the weather on the previous day was bad else we will go back to Terskol.

When the team needs this day to attempt to reach the summit on this day, it is necessary to descend to the Baksan valley the same evening by all means, though it may be hard because the ski lifts stop working at 4 p.m.

Hence if we use buffer day, we need to start earlier than the previous day timing.

After reaching Terskol we will have dinner along with the Certification Ceremony.

DAY 9 Terskol to MRV and further to Moscow

Today after breakfast we will depart from the Baksan valley and head towards the airport and further to Moscow.

After reaching Moscow you can enjoy the night like anything to cherish your Elbrus climbing.

DAY 10 Homecoming

Depart from Moscow with the adventurous memory of Russia.

Trek Booking for

Mt. Elbrus Expedition

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The dates mentioned above are relative to Terskol (Base location to Mt. Elbrus Expedition).

Starting Point

Dropping Point

Trek Fee

48000

PER PERSON

What do you need for this Expedition?

Minimum 50-55 liters Rucksack with cover*

2 dry fit t-shirt

1 pair of Thermal wear.

1 Padded jacket or down jacket.*

2 sweaters or fleece jackets.

2 trek pants must be dry fit with zippered pockets, so you can put your mobile, hanky or snacks (Big No for Jeans)

1 rain jacket and 1 rain trouser *

1 pair of waterproof hand gloves along with the woolen one*

2 Trekking Poles, to maintain stability and balance*

1 stainless steel lunch box with Airtight Lid, a stainless steel mug & a stainless steel spoon.

4 pairs of sport socks must be dry fit.

1 pair of woolen socks to keep your feet warm.

1 sun cap or hat, so it can provide you protection from sunstroke, headache, and dehydration.

1 woolen head cap/ balaclava, so that it can protect your ears from cold sensitivity.

1 woolen neck warmer or scarf to keep your neck warm.”,” Under garments according to your comfort but shouldn't be too many.

Sunscreen.

Toiletries like small size toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, moisturizer along with Toilet roll (As you’ll not be able to have a bath on trek so don't need to overload it with shampoos & other stuff.

2 water bottle (1 liter each) or hydration pack

Personal medical kit including Paracetamol 500, Avomine, Combiflam, Omez, ORS (6 packets), Knee Brace, Diamox or Acetazolamide, Loperamide, Dexamethasone, and Nifedipine.

Sunglasses with UV Protection, so that it can provide you protection from harmful UV rays or snow blindness (If you wear specs, then you can get oversized glasses which you can wear over your regular specs).*

1 Headlamp, so that your hands can get free to do other things*

Photo Id

Disclaimer and Medical Certificate duly filled.

Technical Equipments

Ice Axe*

Helmet*

Crampon*

Ice Boot*

Harness*

Gaiters*

2 Carabiners with Self Anchors*

*Rentals available at the base camp at your own cost.

Inclusion

Experienced Expedition Leader
This Expedition will be led by our most experienced Expedition Leader Tanmay Bain. He is UIAA & WFR certified Mountaineer & Wilderness Responder, led more than 150 teams in Himalayan, and completed the Mount Elbrus Marathon climb in 3 days. He is also an AFF certified Skydiver.

Accommodation
2 Nights Hostel in Moscow, 3 Nights hostels in Terskol and 4 Nights huts or tents in Maria shelter. Stays depend upon your Starting and Dropping points.

Food
All meals from Dinner at Terskol on day 2 to Breakfast on day 9 are included. We provide simple, nutritious vegetarian food on all days of the expedition. Food depends upon your Starting and Dropping points.

Fee & Charges
All Expedition permits and forest camping charges are included along with Cable Car charges.

Technical Equipment
High-Quality Tents, Sleeping Bags, Mattresses, Rope.

Safety Equipment
First Aid, Medical Kit, Oxygen Cylinders.

Other Details

How to get fit for the trek

In case you’re just starting with a regular fitness routine, phase out your distance targets in the following manner –

Target completing 5 km in 40 minutes when you begin.
Gradually increase your pace by running 4 times a week and bring it down to 5 km in less than 35 mins.
If you are above 45 years and is comfortable with brisk walking, then target covering 10km in 90 minutes.
If you are somebody you prefers cycling over running, then try to cover 25 km in 60 minutes.

Strength – Target 4 sets of squats with 20 in each

This is another area you should work on.
There is a lot of trekking distance that you will cover in high altitude carrying your backpacks.
You have to walk on uneven terrain during the trek. It could be taxing for your legs. For this, strengthening your legs will help.
It could be taxing for your legs. For this, strengthening your legs will help.
You can do some squats to strengthen them. Start with 3 sets of squats, with 8 squats in each set and work towards reaching your target in 3 weeks.

Flexibility

Another aspect that will help you trek comfortably is flexibility.
For this, you can do some stretching exercises – stretch your hamstrings, quadriceps, hip flexors, lower back muscles and shoulders regularly.
On your trek, it is important that you arrive on the slopes with your muscles relaxed. Carrying a backpack, however light, can become a strain after a while.
These exercises will help you to be in good shape before the trek.

We in Barefoot Trekians believe that if you are fit nothing will be difficult for you.

Terms & Conditions

The purchase of any trek services offered by Barefoot Trekians (hereinafter referred as 'BFT') constitutes a contractual arrangement between BFT ('First Party') and trekker (hereinafter referred as 'You') ('Second Party'). Both Parties are hereinafter referred as ('Parties'). Booking of services with BFT represents your unconditional acceptance of the terms & conditions set out herein. These terms and conditions shall be binding on you and all the trek companions booked by you.
Trekking in the Himalayan region carries an inherent risk to the life and property of both Parties. The weather changes in minutes causing injury or life-threatening, which is beyond BFT control however BFT does its best to reduce all types of risks, discomfort, and hazard to the best of its ability, yet there are chances of accidents, mishaps, and deficiency in service. Ergo, you must agree with these terms and conditions. Please ensure that you read carefully and understand these terms prior to confirming your booking.
BFT offers treks that require varying levels of fitness. The level of difficulty can be based on the extent of physical stress, the terrain, weather and / or climate. To enable you to choose appropriately and prepare accordingly, carefully review the level of difficulty of each trek before booking the same.
BFT takes no responsibility for your inability to cope with the level of difficulty on a trek. While most treks do not require specific preparation, a reasonable level of fitness adds to your experience. You are solely responsible for ensuring that you are ready for the trek in every way, including physical and mental conditioning. You are also expected to carry the right clothing and equipment.
You must carry a filled Medical form and disclaimer and submit to the trek leader at the base camp.
Failure to share this information with BFT can result in immediate termination of your trek at any stage of the trek with a full cancellation penalty. BFT reserves the right to decline, accept, and/or remove any participant from a trek.
Remember one thing If you are fit enough nothing will be difficult for you and you can enjoy the trek on a high notch, Hence we are keeping fitness on top priority to keep your trek safe.
No refund (Partial or otherwise) will be made if you voluntarily leave or drop out of a trek for any reason after the trek has begun.
As a trekker, you must be responsible. Baggage and personal effects are at your risk throughout the trek. You are solely responsible for your personal belongings while on the trek. BFT is not responsible for the loss of baggage, goods, air tickets, passport, cash, traveller's cheques, or any other travel document or item owned by you while on the trek, whatever the cause.
You are required to behave in a manner that is acceptable and conducive to group trek. BFT reserves the right to terminate your trip (if you are found to be causing distress/annoyance to co-travellers, endanger/damage property of any supplier or of other travelling companions), without assigning any reason whatsoever. No refund for unused services is possible in such cases.
You also agree to abide by the authority of the Trek leader designated by BFT. The decision of the Trek leader is binding on all participants on matters that affect the safety or well-being of any person participating in the trek. Behaviour that causes danger, distress or annoyance to others, or interferes with the mobility of the group can result in the Trek leader terminating your participation from the trip, with no right to refund for missed or unused services.
We strictly follow ‘High on mountain by Altitude, Not by Alcohol or Smoking’. If Trek Leader found you drunk or drinking or smoking, you would be disowned. One thing you need to understand is that both the above things are harmful on high altitude and your safety is our priority.
Price DO NOT include:
- Any cost incurred in route to & from the destination for personal expenses of trekker.
- Meals (unless specified), beverages.
- Additional personal use of vehicle, anthing apart from specified in itinerary.

Cancellation Policy

No cancellations will be taken over the Call or WhatsApp message. Please forward the confirmation email that you have received at the time of booking to cancellations@barefootrekians.com regarding the cancellation. The Booking Amount is non-refundable. All backpacking costs are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) known at the time of printing and expected to be in effect at the time of departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of booking. Tickets and other documents will be sent across after receiving the initial payment.

Our Standard Cancellation Policy are as follows :

Cancellation 30 days before the starting date of the Expedition

If you're canceling the Expedition and opting for a refund before 30 days of the Departure Date then only 25% of the refundable amount will be charged as a cancellation fee and the remaining sum would be refunded.
Cancellation between 30 days and 14 days before the starting date of the Expedition

If you're canceling the Expedition and opting for a refund before 30 days to 14 days of the Departure Date then only 60% of the refundable amount will be charged as a cancellation fee and the remaining sum would be refunded.
Cancellation between 13 days and 8 days before the starting date of the Expedition

If you're canceling the Expedition and opting for a refund before 13 days to 8 days of the Departure Date then only 85% of the refundable amount will be charged as a cancellation fee and the remaining sum would be refunded.
Cancellation less than 7 days before the starting date of the Expedition

If you're canceling the Expedition and opting for a refund before 7 days of the Departure Date then there will be no refund. We won't entertain your refund query for the same.

You are not eligible for a refund if you fail to show up on the day of departure under the given timeline that has been provided to you beforehand. There would be no refund provided in case some problems occur due to government orders, harsh weather conditions, protests, landslides, or any other unforeseen circumstances.
On the occasion of any such happenings, we have a backup plan ready most of the time and we'll be moving onto that. There are times when we would have to cancel some activities mentioned in the itinerary but it's only due to the reason that we would be bound by a circumstance that is not in our control.
If a trip is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.) then the participants would be provided with a travel voucher for the same amount that can be used within 365 days of the issuance date for any package worth the Refundable Amount.
If a trip has to be aborted midway due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.). In that case, no refund would be provided.
Barefoot Trekians Pvt. Ltd. will not bear any extra expense due to any natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.).
Cancellations Policy differs for popular destinations and also during peak season, kindly confirm with your operator once.

In Case of Covid-19
- If you’ve tested positive for COVID-19, you will not be able to join the trip until cleared as ‘fit for travel’ by a medical professional.
- Cancellation of the holiday must be notified by the Client in writing to Barefoot Trekians and the COVID-19 test report copy must be shared.
- Barefoot Trekians then reserves the right to cancel all the bookings made in the name of the Client for the particular trip.
- The client can claim a refund 20 days before the departure date.
- Within 20 days of departure date, the client will receive a Travel Credit Note which will be available to use for travel up to 1 year from the original date of travel. You will only have to pay any rate difference that will be applicable based on the cost of the new holiday.
  - Barefoot Trekians reserves the right to determine the amount on the Travel Credit Note, as it will be based on the cancellation charges levied by the local ground suppliers and the final refund amount received for the Client booking.
  - The Travel Credit Note will be made in the name of the client and will be shared by email. It will take at least forty-five (45) days to process the same.

All offers are valid until further notice and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Policies are subject to change at any time.

Covid-19 Safety Measures

Thermal screeningwill be done for all passengers at pickup location. Regulars screening of Hotel Staff, Guests, Drivers & Guides.
Vehicles used for the journey will be thoroughly sanitized before the commencement of journey.
Ensuring availability of sanitizer, masks & gloves during commute and at hotels.
Maintaining socialdistancing measures at hotel premises like restaurants, bars, lobby area etc.

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