Mount Elbrus
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gustova_69
Pereslavl-Zalessky, Russia4,168 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
Elbrus is the highest mountain in Europe. It has 2 peaks with a height of 5642 and 5621 meters. As you ascend to the uppermost station of the Garabashi cable car, which is at an altitude of 3,847 meters, it seems that the summit is very close, but it is a very misleading impression. It takes serious preparation to get to the top. To do this, you need to live in a shelter at an altitude of approximately 4 km for a few days, doing daily trekking with gradual ascent. I didn't even set that goal for myself when I was 55. Our goal was only to reach our friends' shelter. But even this we could not accomplish, at the beginning of our climb, the weather began to deteriorate rapidly, thunder rattled, a thunderstorm was coming and our Guide absolutely did not want to take us any further. We only made it to Shelter 11 and a commemorative stone with signs of dead tourists on Elbrus, including lightning bolts. Didn't tempt fate, turned back. As we approached the station, it snowed and rained, good thing we listened to our guide. I heard earlier that the weather on Elbrus was changing rapidly, I could see for myself. So if your plan is to climb the mountain after lifts, be sure to bring warm clothes, raincoats and a change of shoes. We went up in July, the snow was very loose, I rented high trekking shoes, but still the snow hit them, then melted, my feet started freezing, it was good I brought my shift.
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Written August 12, 2024
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Pavel S
Moscow, Russia467 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
It's amazing. You must visit. Got just above shelter 11, first the rope and then the snowmobile. Above did not go to the shepherds, the right decision was made, in a minute tightened everything with heavy fog. So it's best to get up early in the morning. In early July it still snows and you can ski.
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Written July 14, 2024
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TMR1004
Valley Forge, PA392 contributions
Jul 2015 • Solo
Mt. Elbrus is the highest peak in Europe rising to a level of 18,510 feet. This dormant volcano is located in the Caucasus Mountains in southern Russia, near the border with Georgia. The twin snowcapped cones are a majestic sight from afar; however, a little closer up they can be a bit intimidating. I am a hiker, not a mountaineer. I am in reasonably good shape, but have limited experience with crampons, ice ax and self arrest, ascending fixed lines, etc.The question I was asking myself was could I summit this mountain? If you are asking yourself the same question, the answer is yes. A good chance of success is possible – if you prepare.
1. Get yourself in good climbing shape – You do not need to be a mountain stud, but you do have to be in pretty good shape. Get used to carrying a 25lb pack and more importantly get used to carrying 4-5lbs on each foot because that’s what your boots and crampons will weigh. Most people choose to climb the mountain in 2 days. Day 1 starts at The Barrels (where you will probably be staying on the mountain). On day 1 the climb is to Pastukhov Rocks and then back down to The Barrels. The elevation of the Barrels is 12,800 feet and Pastukhov Rocks is 15,400 making for a 2.5 mile (one way) climb of 2,600 feet. Day 2 is usually an early (3AM +/-) snow cat ride up to Pastukhov Rocks. From there it is a 3.1 mile (one way) 3,100 foot climb to the summit. How long it will take you can be influenced by many things including your level of fitness, how you handle the altitude, weather, etc., but typically day 1 takes 4-7 hours round trip and summit day 5-8 hours up and 3-5 hours to descend.
2. Get acclimated. If you do not live and/or climb on a regular basis at altitude then I would recommend at least 1 week acclimating before summit day. You can start acclimating in the Baksan Valley, at the foot of Mt. Elbrus. There are two small towns there (Terskol and Cheget). Both lie at an altitude of 7,000 feet and both have all of the amenities (hotels, restaurants, gear rental shops, etc.) that you need. In addition, there are two popular acclimation hikes you can do from the valley up to 10,000+ feet. The first is on Mt. Cheget itself and the second is to the Cheget Observatory. I have written a review of the Cheget Observatory hike on Trip Advisor. It was beautiful. After spending 3 +/- days in Cheget most people are prepared to move up to The Barrels.
3. Choose the guiding service that is right for you. Although a guide service is not mandatory, most people choose to use one. Russia can be a very difficult place to travel and climb independently. The company you choose can make the difference between an incredible trip with great memories and a painful regret. Take the time to do your research. And remember, the company you choose will not only determine the quality of the guiding on the mountain, but all of the information you receive prior to the trip, logistics on the trip, what hotels you stay at, the quality of the food, instruction on the mountain, etc. I used Alpine Ascents (as I previously had on Kilimanjaro and Mt. Rainier). On all three trips they did an excellent job.
4. If you lack mountaineering skills or experience compensate for this. Mt. Elbrus is not a technically difficult mountain, but basic skills are important. If you don’t have these there are really only two options
1. Take a short course (2-3 days) before your trip to at least learn the basics
2. Travel with a guiding service that provides some instructions while on the mountain itself before the climb.
No, you will not be an expert after a few days, but you can learn a lot in a short period of time if you have a good instructor.
5. Bring the proper gear – Elbrus has mountain weather. Snow, high winds, rain, cold weather, etc. are all a good possibility and the weather can change rapidly. Make sure that you are carrying what you need to handle different conditions. A good guiding company will provide you with a detailed list of what you need to bring. Most will also let you rent gear from them.
6. Plan on hydrating and fueling properly – While climbing, you must eat and drink small quantities on a regular basis to maintain the energy you will need to summit. Pack high energy food that you can eat while you are walking or during a short break every hour or so like energy bars. And keep a water bottle within easy reach so you can sip from it every 15 minutes or so. I carried 2 ½ liters on summit day and it was more than enough.
7. Pace yourself – it is important that you walk slow, especially in the beginning. Don’t worry about the pace of other climbers. Climb your own climb and if there is any question in your mind that the pace may be too fast, talk with your guide.
8. Take care of yourself – Remember that it is easy to come down with some kind of a bug on a trip like this. Jet lag, different foods and accommodations, altitude, close quarters with others, etc. can all lead to getting sick or not being 100% when you need to be. Bring the basic medications you might need and take care of yourself the best you can. Try to eat well, drink on a regular basis, and keep your hands clean.
9. Conclusion - We had eleven climbers, most with very limited climbing experience just like myself, and nine of us made it to the summit. More importantly, I had a blast on this adventure and I hope that if you have interest that this review will help you enjoy it as much as I did.
1. Get yourself in good climbing shape – You do not need to be a mountain stud, but you do have to be in pretty good shape. Get used to carrying a 25lb pack and more importantly get used to carrying 4-5lbs on each foot because that’s what your boots and crampons will weigh. Most people choose to climb the mountain in 2 days. Day 1 starts at The Barrels (where you will probably be staying on the mountain). On day 1 the climb is to Pastukhov Rocks and then back down to The Barrels. The elevation of the Barrels is 12,800 feet and Pastukhov Rocks is 15,400 making for a 2.5 mile (one way) climb of 2,600 feet. Day 2 is usually an early (3AM +/-) snow cat ride up to Pastukhov Rocks. From there it is a 3.1 mile (one way) 3,100 foot climb to the summit. How long it will take you can be influenced by many things including your level of fitness, how you handle the altitude, weather, etc., but typically day 1 takes 4-7 hours round trip and summit day 5-8 hours up and 3-5 hours to descend.
2. Get acclimated. If you do not live and/or climb on a regular basis at altitude then I would recommend at least 1 week acclimating before summit day. You can start acclimating in the Baksan Valley, at the foot of Mt. Elbrus. There are two small towns there (Terskol and Cheget). Both lie at an altitude of 7,000 feet and both have all of the amenities (hotels, restaurants, gear rental shops, etc.) that you need. In addition, there are two popular acclimation hikes you can do from the valley up to 10,000+ feet. The first is on Mt. Cheget itself and the second is to the Cheget Observatory. I have written a review of the Cheget Observatory hike on Trip Advisor. It was beautiful. After spending 3 +/- days in Cheget most people are prepared to move up to The Barrels.
3. Choose the guiding service that is right for you. Although a guide service is not mandatory, most people choose to use one. Russia can be a very difficult place to travel and climb independently. The company you choose can make the difference between an incredible trip with great memories and a painful regret. Take the time to do your research. And remember, the company you choose will not only determine the quality of the guiding on the mountain, but all of the information you receive prior to the trip, logistics on the trip, what hotels you stay at, the quality of the food, instruction on the mountain, etc. I used Alpine Ascents (as I previously had on Kilimanjaro and Mt. Rainier). On all three trips they did an excellent job.
4. If you lack mountaineering skills or experience compensate for this. Mt. Elbrus is not a technically difficult mountain, but basic skills are important. If you don’t have these there are really only two options
1. Take a short course (2-3 days) before your trip to at least learn the basics
2. Travel with a guiding service that provides some instructions while on the mountain itself before the climb.
No, you will not be an expert after a few days, but you can learn a lot in a short period of time if you have a good instructor.
5. Bring the proper gear – Elbrus has mountain weather. Snow, high winds, rain, cold weather, etc. are all a good possibility and the weather can change rapidly. Make sure that you are carrying what you need to handle different conditions. A good guiding company will provide you with a detailed list of what you need to bring. Most will also let you rent gear from them.
6. Plan on hydrating and fueling properly – While climbing, you must eat and drink small quantities on a regular basis to maintain the energy you will need to summit. Pack high energy food that you can eat while you are walking or during a short break every hour or so like energy bars. And keep a water bottle within easy reach so you can sip from it every 15 minutes or so. I carried 2 ½ liters on summit day and it was more than enough.
7. Pace yourself – it is important that you walk slow, especially in the beginning. Don’t worry about the pace of other climbers. Climb your own climb and if there is any question in your mind that the pace may be too fast, talk with your guide.
8. Take care of yourself – Remember that it is easy to come down with some kind of a bug on a trip like this. Jet lag, different foods and accommodations, altitude, close quarters with others, etc. can all lead to getting sick or not being 100% when you need to be. Bring the basic medications you might need and take care of yourself the best you can. Try to eat well, drink on a regular basis, and keep your hands clean.
9. Conclusion - We had eleven climbers, most with very limited climbing experience just like myself, and nine of us made it to the summit. More importantly, I had a blast on this adventure and I hope that if you have interest that this review will help you enjoy it as much as I did.
Written August 14, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Takarasina
2,318 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Profs describe their ascends in detail anyhow.
My wife and I were there in mid-August, as amateurs. The place is one leg in modern Russia and one leg in the USSR. I mean, nice hotels neighbour some miserable ancient shacks; the road there is brand new, while streets inside (if they deserve to be called streets!) are mostly unpaved, bumpy, and dirty; I found no decent restaurants, just simple, often drab cafes and even obvious choke'n'pukes; vendors by cable car stations are sometimes unbearable and offer unimaginable stuff (a photo session with a wild yak, for example); even guarded parking places are uncomfortable, unequipped, but charge extortionate fees. It's absolutely safe there, however.
Thus, if you're a foreigner, hire a local guide, and he/she will most probably save you from all those "niceties".
Natural panoramas are really mid-blowing, it's true.
My wife and I were there in mid-August, as amateurs. The place is one leg in modern Russia and one leg in the USSR. I mean, nice hotels neighbour some miserable ancient shacks; the road there is brand new, while streets inside (if they deserve to be called streets!) are mostly unpaved, bumpy, and dirty; I found no decent restaurants, just simple, often drab cafes and even obvious choke'n'pukes; vendors by cable car stations are sometimes unbearable and offer unimaginable stuff (a photo session with a wild yak, for example); even guarded parking places are uncomfortable, unequipped, but charge extortionate fees. It's absolutely safe there, however.
Thus, if you're a foreigner, hire a local guide, and he/she will most probably save you from all those "niceties".
Natural panoramas are really mid-blowing, it's true.
Written November 1, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
EgisVincel
UK4 contributions
It’s an old question: which is Europe’s highest mountain – Elbrus (5,642m) in the Caucasus, or Mont Blanc (4,807m) in the Alps? A team of geographers has determined that Elbrus does indeed belong to Europe, because of the position of the glaciers, although the mountain itself stands on the border with Asia. So Elbrus proudly represents Europe in the challenge of the Seven Summits. It’s far from the hardest mountain to climb; but – hey, how many people do you know who’ve done it?
So here I am, ready to conquer yet another mountain and add one more to my Seven Summits list, or so I hope! I want to experience the sweet feeling of victory again, and prove myself that I’m capable of more than just climbing stairs and carrying shopping bags. And I’ve almost forgotten the other emotion that mountains awaken in me – suffering. Yes, I like suffering – cold, sickness, testing my stamina – you name it! - and the reward afterwards, the feeling of achieving something important in my life. I’m far from being a fitness guru or an extreme climber; certainly not like the famous local old man who has climbed Elbrus 122 times, succeeding the last time at well over 100. His picture hangs on the cable station wall and haunts everybody who attempts the climb: where and what will I be on my 120th birthday? I’m just an ordinary girl who has a few ambitions and likes to boast about her achievements in the pub after a few pints. So after a few discussions and negotiations with my boyfriend, I’m joining Go Russia on their Elbrus group tour and taking off for the Caucasus – a fascinating place that attracts climbers from all over the world.
The Caucasus met us with pleasant Mediterranean-like warmth (the famous Black sea resorts are just around the corner), an excellent local speciality, shashlik (very similar to shish kebab) and friendly locals insisting on offering their goods and services. After just 4 hours drive from Mineralnyje Vody, through beautiful valleys and somewhat daunting towns, we arrive at the village of Terskol, our base for the next few days. The same evening we meet up with our group: three young and energetic British guys, two Germans, myself and one Danish girl. Our Russian guide Pavel is absolutely fanatical about his profession and mountains, although his slogan – no fanaticism! – seems a bit contradictory. The next two days are spent acclimatizing – first hiking up and around the mountains, enjoying stunning views; followed by “horizontal acclimatization” –an afternoon nap; and later in the evening gorging on local delicacies. Honestly, I started to feel as if I was in rehab, and almost forgot why I was here; but I was reminded the next day, when we packed all our climbing stuff and moved on to the Barrels Hut (3,800m). Having reached the Barrels comfortably by cable car and chairlift, we settled in, talked to our fellow climbers, had lunch - and were off to another acclimatization hike, up to Pastukhov rocks (4,600m.). Don’t be fooled by Elbrus’ deceptive calm –half way up we were stopped by the menacing approach of a blizzard and thunderstorm. Pavel’s decision to turn back down was met with joyful approval. As the next day is supposed to be a rest day, to prevent us from hanging around, our guide will take us on the same route again.
Finally we have our summit day - one of the most significant days of my life! Our route follows the normal classic route from the South, a pretty straightforward, non-technical climb. A very early start: 3 am. The transverse route passes the Pastukhova rocks (4690m) then leads up to our first long rest-break , at the Saddle (5416m). Then the last push for a steep 200m or so, and you reach the plateau, from where you can already see the unreal white vision of the summit. On the whole our group has done quite well, not racing up but mounting slowly and steadily to our target; breathing heavily, feeling nauseous, swearing “never ever again” – but hey - that’s all part of the experience! Although we were forced to leave one guy behind with the second guide – youth and fitness don’t guarantee you a successful climb – we did reach the summit as a team! What a feeling – I’m on top of the world, hurray! Well, Europe at least.
The absolutely magnificent, stunning views would make it worth spending hours and hours and hours here. But reaching the summit is only half the battle; most fatalities occur on the descent, when euphoric climbers forget to be cautious. Although Elbrus doesn’t have as tragic a climbing history as other mountains, nor the reputation for luring mountaineers to their death, every year it claims at least 15 – 30 lives, due mostly to poor organization and equipment, or to people over-estimating their strength. We reached the base safely in the late afternoon, too exhausted even to talk; but we still managed to celebrate as only Russians do – with vodka, music, funny stories - and even water melon at this altitude. Who said Russians don’t have style?
One of my last memories was the local food: delicious meals with shashlik (fresh meat grilled on an open fire, that melts in your mouth) washed down by cheap but delicious wine and cold beer, in the local restaurant. The rest of the trip passed very quickly - our transfer to Mineralnue Vody and flight to Moscow; the great time we had discovering the capital’s night life; sightseeing in numerous beautiful domed churches; and the safe flight back home to the UK. At home I watched the Elbrus video and re-enacted the story again and again for my friends, looking at the pictures and smiling at the sudden good memories.
I’ve traveled with Go Russia Travel Company – UK based tour operator. For more details check www.justgorussia.co.uk
So here I am, ready to conquer yet another mountain and add one more to my Seven Summits list, or so I hope! I want to experience the sweet feeling of victory again, and prove myself that I’m capable of more than just climbing stairs and carrying shopping bags. And I’ve almost forgotten the other emotion that mountains awaken in me – suffering. Yes, I like suffering – cold, sickness, testing my stamina – you name it! - and the reward afterwards, the feeling of achieving something important in my life. I’m far from being a fitness guru or an extreme climber; certainly not like the famous local old man who has climbed Elbrus 122 times, succeeding the last time at well over 100. His picture hangs on the cable station wall and haunts everybody who attempts the climb: where and what will I be on my 120th birthday? I’m just an ordinary girl who has a few ambitions and likes to boast about her achievements in the pub after a few pints. So after a few discussions and negotiations with my boyfriend, I’m joining Go Russia on their Elbrus group tour and taking off for the Caucasus – a fascinating place that attracts climbers from all over the world.
The Caucasus met us with pleasant Mediterranean-like warmth (the famous Black sea resorts are just around the corner), an excellent local speciality, shashlik (very similar to shish kebab) and friendly locals insisting on offering their goods and services. After just 4 hours drive from Mineralnyje Vody, through beautiful valleys and somewhat daunting towns, we arrive at the village of Terskol, our base for the next few days. The same evening we meet up with our group: three young and energetic British guys, two Germans, myself and one Danish girl. Our Russian guide Pavel is absolutely fanatical about his profession and mountains, although his slogan – no fanaticism! – seems a bit contradictory. The next two days are spent acclimatizing – first hiking up and around the mountains, enjoying stunning views; followed by “horizontal acclimatization” –an afternoon nap; and later in the evening gorging on local delicacies. Honestly, I started to feel as if I was in rehab, and almost forgot why I was here; but I was reminded the next day, when we packed all our climbing stuff and moved on to the Barrels Hut (3,800m). Having reached the Barrels comfortably by cable car and chairlift, we settled in, talked to our fellow climbers, had lunch - and were off to another acclimatization hike, up to Pastukhov rocks (4,600m.). Don’t be fooled by Elbrus’ deceptive calm –half way up we were stopped by the menacing approach of a blizzard and thunderstorm. Pavel’s decision to turn back down was met with joyful approval. As the next day is supposed to be a rest day, to prevent us from hanging around, our guide will take us on the same route again.
Finally we have our summit day - one of the most significant days of my life! Our route follows the normal classic route from the South, a pretty straightforward, non-technical climb. A very early start: 3 am. The transverse route passes the Pastukhova rocks (4690m) then leads up to our first long rest-break , at the Saddle (5416m). Then the last push for a steep 200m or so, and you reach the plateau, from where you can already see the unreal white vision of the summit. On the whole our group has done quite well, not racing up but mounting slowly and steadily to our target; breathing heavily, feeling nauseous, swearing “never ever again” – but hey - that’s all part of the experience! Although we were forced to leave one guy behind with the second guide – youth and fitness don’t guarantee you a successful climb – we did reach the summit as a team! What a feeling – I’m on top of the world, hurray! Well, Europe at least.
The absolutely magnificent, stunning views would make it worth spending hours and hours and hours here. But reaching the summit is only half the battle; most fatalities occur on the descent, when euphoric climbers forget to be cautious. Although Elbrus doesn’t have as tragic a climbing history as other mountains, nor the reputation for luring mountaineers to their death, every year it claims at least 15 – 30 lives, due mostly to poor organization and equipment, or to people over-estimating their strength. We reached the base safely in the late afternoon, too exhausted even to talk; but we still managed to celebrate as only Russians do – with vodka, music, funny stories - and even water melon at this altitude. Who said Russians don’t have style?
One of my last memories was the local food: delicious meals with shashlik (fresh meat grilled on an open fire, that melts in your mouth) washed down by cheap but delicious wine and cold beer, in the local restaurant. The rest of the trip passed very quickly - our transfer to Mineralnue Vody and flight to Moscow; the great time we had discovering the capital’s night life; sightseeing in numerous beautiful domed churches; and the safe flight back home to the UK. At home I watched the Elbrus video and re-enacted the story again and again for my friends, looking at the pictures and smiling at the sudden good memories.
I’ve traveled with Go Russia Travel Company – UK based tour operator. For more details check www.justgorussia.co.uk
Written December 3, 2007
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scubamaui
maui, hi425 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
My family of 3 (to include my just-turned-14-year-old son) successfully summited Mount Elbrus on June 2, 2015.
For those who say that climbing Mount Elbrus is “easy,” I am guessing they are comparing it to Everest or K2 or Vinson or some other extreme mountain, because climbing Elbrus is not easy. But it is doable if you hire a good guiding company like we did, are in excellent physical condition, are willing to endure cold, high altitude, exhaustion, and being dirty for a few days. If you are American, you also have to be willing to fill out a Russian Federation visa application that is longer and more intrusive than any college or job application you have ever seen.
If you can put up with all of this, you will be rewarded with seeing an area that is as gorgeous as the Swiss Alps and meeting very kind Russians who will teach you so much, and not just about climbing tall mountains.
My family and I were very apprehensive about going on this trip due to the fact that our government recommends that Americans not go there. In addition, there is not a lot of published information about reputable Elbrus guiding companies.
As it turned out, we chose the absolute best climbing and tour operator, and ended up with the absolute best and most experienced guides on Elbrus.
We also had fantastic weather on summit day, which does not always happen.
Climbing Mount Elbrus is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that should not be missed by anyone who loves the outdoors, a physical challenge, and the opportunity to meet and get to know not just Russians, but people from around the world.
A few tips about the barrels—
The ones the company we were with held up to 12 people. There were 6 wooden bunkbeds with cute floral comforters on them so you didn’t need a sleeping mat. We were lucky that we climbed during low season and our family of 3 had a barrel to ourselves. I think it would be miserable if you had to share the barrel with 11 others! Also, the barrels sometimes have electricity to run an overhead light and electric heater for a couple of hours in the evening. Do not count on this though, ours did not work while we were there. I was a bit worried after our acclimatization hike to Pashtakov Rocks in a snow storm when all of our stuff got wet. But luckily the next day it was sunny and we put things outside, and although there was snow everywhere, our things actually dried!
Toilets. Ours was a very large rectangle cut out of a wood board, surrounded by a shack. Every time I went in, I was terrified of falling in. Additionally, I was so glad there was plenty of snow between the shack and our barrel so that everything came off the bottom of our boots before we entered our barrel.
Water. Our wonderful cook melted snow and boiled it for drinking and cooking. I was concerned we might get sick from it, but none of us did. So don’t worry about it. And there was always plenty of hot and cold water for drinking and filling thermoses.
Food. The food we had at the barrels was fantastic and always a great variety. Even I, a vegetarian, was accomodated.
Summit Day. We happened to get lucky and had great weather on the night scheduled for summit, but the following day, a Russian group at the barrels with us, could not summit due to horrible weather. So you never know.
Our guides said the normal time from the barrels to the top is 12 hours and around 6 to hike down. From the Barrels to Pashtakov Rocks (where most people do an acclimatization hike to) is 4 hours (we made it in 3), and from there to the top is usually 8. But all of this depends on the weather, your conditioning, and if you get altitude sickness.
The snow cat to Pashtakov Rocks cost $600EUROS and the cost is divided among whomever takes it. This cuts off 3-4 hours of walking up to the summit.
You can rent or buy all kinds of excellent equipment in town from various shops. don’t provide any.
We did a short trip and felt we were acclimatized (but we live at 6000 feet)
day 1 arrival
day 2 acclimatization hike
day 3 move to the barrels & hike from there (Don't count on the all the ski lifts operating. The last one to the barrels was closed when we were there so we had to do a 45 minute hike up a steep mountain with our gear in a snowstorm.)
day 4 ice axe, crampon, and climbing harness training
day 5 wake up early and summit
day 6 descend
day 7 hike around the beautiful town
day 8 leave
For those who say that climbing Mount Elbrus is “easy,” I am guessing they are comparing it to Everest or K2 or Vinson or some other extreme mountain, because climbing Elbrus is not easy. But it is doable if you hire a good guiding company like we did, are in excellent physical condition, are willing to endure cold, high altitude, exhaustion, and being dirty for a few days. If you are American, you also have to be willing to fill out a Russian Federation visa application that is longer and more intrusive than any college or job application you have ever seen.
If you can put up with all of this, you will be rewarded with seeing an area that is as gorgeous as the Swiss Alps and meeting very kind Russians who will teach you so much, and not just about climbing tall mountains.
My family and I were very apprehensive about going on this trip due to the fact that our government recommends that Americans not go there. In addition, there is not a lot of published information about reputable Elbrus guiding companies.
As it turned out, we chose the absolute best climbing and tour operator, and ended up with the absolute best and most experienced guides on Elbrus.
We also had fantastic weather on summit day, which does not always happen.
Climbing Mount Elbrus is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that should not be missed by anyone who loves the outdoors, a physical challenge, and the opportunity to meet and get to know not just Russians, but people from around the world.
A few tips about the barrels—
The ones the company we were with held up to 12 people. There were 6 wooden bunkbeds with cute floral comforters on them so you didn’t need a sleeping mat. We were lucky that we climbed during low season and our family of 3 had a barrel to ourselves. I think it would be miserable if you had to share the barrel with 11 others! Also, the barrels sometimes have electricity to run an overhead light and electric heater for a couple of hours in the evening. Do not count on this though, ours did not work while we were there. I was a bit worried after our acclimatization hike to Pashtakov Rocks in a snow storm when all of our stuff got wet. But luckily the next day it was sunny and we put things outside, and although there was snow everywhere, our things actually dried!
Toilets. Ours was a very large rectangle cut out of a wood board, surrounded by a shack. Every time I went in, I was terrified of falling in. Additionally, I was so glad there was plenty of snow between the shack and our barrel so that everything came off the bottom of our boots before we entered our barrel.
Water. Our wonderful cook melted snow and boiled it for drinking and cooking. I was concerned we might get sick from it, but none of us did. So don’t worry about it. And there was always plenty of hot and cold water for drinking and filling thermoses.
Food. The food we had at the barrels was fantastic and always a great variety. Even I, a vegetarian, was accomodated.
Summit Day. We happened to get lucky and had great weather on the night scheduled for summit, but the following day, a Russian group at the barrels with us, could not summit due to horrible weather. So you never know.
Our guides said the normal time from the barrels to the top is 12 hours and around 6 to hike down. From the Barrels to Pashtakov Rocks (where most people do an acclimatization hike to) is 4 hours (we made it in 3), and from there to the top is usually 8. But all of this depends on the weather, your conditioning, and if you get altitude sickness.
The snow cat to Pashtakov Rocks cost $600EUROS and the cost is divided among whomever takes it. This cuts off 3-4 hours of walking up to the summit.
You can rent or buy all kinds of excellent equipment in town from various shops. don’t provide any.
We did a short trip and felt we were acclimatized (but we live at 6000 feet)
day 1 arrival
day 2 acclimatization hike
day 3 move to the barrels & hike from there (Don't count on the all the ski lifts operating. The last one to the barrels was closed when we were there so we had to do a 45 minute hike up a steep mountain with our gear in a snowstorm.)
day 4 ice axe, crampon, and climbing harness training
day 5 wake up early and summit
day 6 descend
day 7 hike around the beautiful town
day 8 leave
Written July 20, 2015
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jodaJoda
joda7 contributions
Aug 2012 • Friends
I was in the group climbing Elbrus with Elbrustours using Northern route in summer of 2012. The experience was really bad: tiny tents with broken zippers, bad food, extra charges and overall insufficient organization. However the worst thing was that the second guide was totally incompetent: he was on Elbrus couple of times, had to remember how to tie knots the day before, and was stumbling on the slope because he did not have good mountaineering equipment (his crampons were old, worn out and accumulating kilograms of snow). This second ‘guide’ refused to call the first guide when being asked to and as a result I could not join first group when they were still close and could not reach the summit. In short it was money wasted and holiday spoiled. The manager of the company did not even apologize when our group brought up all the mistakes and problems of the trip; neither apology nor compensation was offered for failure to bring group to the top of Elbrus either. I am absolutely sure that part of the group could have made it to the top if organization was better and second guide was a professional and not some last minute random addition to the group. In short: do not waste your time and money going with Elbrustours and be very careful when selecting any other operator as well: quality of all companies vary from season to season and from guide to guide (there are no guarantees and compensations offered), so please make sure you know the company AND both guides, or have a few recommendations from people you trust. (Owner and manager of the Elbrustours: Anastasia Vasiliskova; first guide: Sergei Onofrienko; second guide: some Dmitry (24yo) working in Oleynik camp, I was told that he was a chef there (!), both first guide and manager did not know his surname (how professional!)).
Written August 9, 2012
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J002468
Australia91 contributions
Sep 2013 • Solo
Spent a week climbing Mount Elbrus with Pilgrim Tours. Excellent experience. Well organised tour company. Be prepared for some inefficiencies, but this leaves plenty of time to take in the beautiful surrounds. Simply spectacular country-side from up on the mountain. Difficult area to get to but this is half the adventure. Highly recommended for the adventurous type who loves to travel in unique and sometimes difficult environments.
Written January 22, 2014
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thebrieadventure
Stuttgart, Germany166 contributions
Aug 2019
If your dream is to climb the Seven Summits, the list of easiest to hardest mountains varies. Usually though Mt. Elbrus is one of the first because it requires very limited technical mountaineering skills and can be accomplished in under a week (my second following Kilimanjaro). After completing Kili I immediately began planning to do Elbrus about 8 months later, researching companies and identifying what hoops needed to be jumped through in order to visit Russia. Here is a quick list of the major steps to climbing the mountain and a daily break down of what to expect.
Step 1: When to Go.
The best time of year to climb Mt. Elbrus is between late-June and August which typically has the most predictable weather. My trip was from 10-17 August and we had perfect weather every day. This was certainly a bit of luck as the forecast for the following week predicted storms, but generally that is the best time of year.
Step 2: Select the hiking company and package.
While it is possible to climb Mt. Elbrus without a guide, going through a company greatly reduces the logistical coordination and increases the likelihood of summiting. After reading numerous reviews and looking through the packages offered with dates and prices, I selected Beyond Red Square. Their economic package costs $1,455 and includes all lodging, meals, airport transfers, a letter of invitation (required for the visa application), coordinating rental gear, and of course the guide. They also assisted with the visa application process, provided rapid responses to all my questions, and sent a package with the detailed itinerary and a lot of information about what to expect in Russia far in advance of the climb.
Step 3: Book flights and any follow on tours in Moscow or elsewhere in Russia.
The dates of the stay in Russia must be finalized for the visa application and so it is important to figure out early the plans for your full trip. I added a day in Moscow on the back end of the climb to visit the Kremlin and Red Square, but easily could have spent a few more days there visiting museums and going up to St. Petersburg!
Step 4: Visa application.
Getting the Russian visa was a lengthy and challenging process and I recommend starting it at least 6 months prior to the climb in case of any administrative issues. The passport itself must be valid for at least six months after the climb is complete and must not have excessively worn or damaged pages. Since my passport would have been almost exactly at the six-month mark and was extremely worn with extra pages that had been added in, I went ahead and got a new passport. The visa application process itself was rather prolonged and as I prepared to send in the stack of paperwork, I was informed that the Berlin Embassy would not accept U.S. passports because the Russian Embassy was not returning them. Eventually I used a company in the U.S. to send my passport to and they processed the visa and returned it. Total it took nearly 5 months from start to finish and cost me nearly $400. That is certainly on the extreme side of difficulties for visas, but is still something that should be factored into the planning process.
Step 5: Training.
Minimum training is required to successfully summit Elbrus but it does require a moderate level of physical fitness and endurance. I am notoriously awful at training ahead of time for climbing, marathons, and pretty much everything based on a weak justification that I am fit enough for the Marine Corps. This time I had a better excuse for my lack of training due to a sea urchin accident in Senegal three-weeks prior that left my feet with about 60 spine fragments and a bad infection. By the time the climb started although I was fully walking again and the infection was down, not all of the spines were out. I say all of this just as reassurance that the mountain is certainly achievable not in peak shape and altitude seemed to be the most challenging aspect for people.
Because I saw photos online of climbers in crampons with ice axes and harnesses, I made the incorrect assumption that ice training was a prerequisite for Elbrus. Very rudimentary "technical mountaineering" skills are required which are taught on the mountain and the crampons are used for better grip but not for any technical climbing.
After all the paperwork was finally in order, it was time to start the expedition! I arrived at the Caucasus Mineral Waters airport (MRV) where I was greeted by Andrew who had been answering all my questions via email the last several months, our guide Sergei, and several of the team from all over the world. The final members of the crew arrived that evening including Sammy, the legend who saved the day for me on Kili with a phone charger so I could take a picture at the top! Andrew gave us each small goodie bags (which even included homemade cookies) and we were off on the 3-hour drive to the base of Elbrus. That evening we gorged ourselves on a large traditional Russian dinner before turning in to rest up for all of the climbing ahead.
Day 1- Acclimatization Hike.
The first morning we loaded up small day packs and headed to Cheget, a nearby mountain for our initial acclimatization climb. We got to know the others in the group as we slowly ascended and adjusted to the thinner air, enjoying the sunny summer day. We spent only a few hours climbing before stopping for a delicious Russian fruit compote and chebureki that was served with Mt. Elbrus as a beautiful backdrop. After returning to the bottom of the mountain we picked up our rental gear and our guide did a final equipment check before we packed everything up.
Day 2- Base Camp and Ice Training
After an early breakfast, we linked up with our guide and took the chair lift up to base camp where we dropped most of our gear and started up the mountain. This gave us an opportunity to get accustomed to the rental equipment, like the large mountaineering boots, and learn some basic skills for climbing in the snow and ice. We each simulated sliding down the mountain and practiced stopping ourselves with the ice axe in case we were to slip and fall on a narrow part of the trail. As a group we also practiced using our belays to climb alongside a rope similar to the one near the summit and how to respond if one of the others in the group fell. After our guide was satisfied with our training, we returned to base camp to settle in and enjoy a hearty meal.
Day 3- Acclimatization Climb (5,000M/ 16,400Ft)
One of the most difficult days was Day 3 with the 5,000M climb. We steadily climbed all morning up the increasingly steep slope working on maintaining a good pace all the way past the Pastukhov Rocks. Favorable weather was on our side and during every rest break we all soaked up the beauty of the surrounding Caucasus range stretching out below.
Passing the 5,000M mark is a good indicator for the guide how everyone is doing with acclimating to the altitude in preparation for summit day, which called for a quick celebration dance probably to the chagrin of all the climbers below. We returned down to base camp for some light stretching and more heavy eating to replace all of the calories we had burned on the mountain.
Day 4- Rest Day
Although everyone was feeling good after the 5,000M climb, we adhered to the schedule and took the rest day to allow our bodies to recover and prepare for the big push to the top. Most of the day was spent hanging out reading books or playing cards, but while I was outside brushing my teeth, a fox popped his little head up. He explored around a bit before trotting off to find something more interesting, but it was definitely the highlight of my morning!
After another big family style dinner, everyone did gear checks and packed their bags for the next morning. It was nice having a group to run through the check list with and Boris, one of the other climbers, bandaged up my injured feet for the next morning. With nervous energy growing in anticipation for the climb, we all headed to bed to grab a few hours of sleep.
Day 5- Summit Day
Long before dawn began to break, we were all awake and loading up in our gear to start our summit push. As we stepped outside under the blanket of stars overhead, the trail up the mountain was already illuminated with the twinkling headlamps of other climbers slowly trudging up the mountain. At 5,000M the first red streaks of light indicting morning began to grow in the horizon. Two additional guides had joined our group to meet the 3 to 1 ratio requirement for climbers to guides. Step by step we made our way uphill in the cold morning air. Thankfully no wind was blowing and once the sun rose, the temperature quickly climbed.
In order to pass several of the other groups on the mountain, our guide opted out of us clipping into the ropes on the steeper portion of the ascent. We cautiously passed the others using our walking sticks and ice axes to navigate the snow and ice beside the narrow trail. At the saddle between the mountain peaks, we rested briefly to drink water and have a quick snack before making the final climb.
The top was surprisingly small with an even more negligible marker, but the 360 view overlooking Russia and Georgia was worth every step. Our group had made it the top of Europe and we spent about 20 minutes reveling in the accomplishment and enjoying the (mostly) quiet at the peak before hustling back down to base camp. The climb down was much easier on the knees in the snow than the rocky terrain on Kilimanjaro was and at the bottom we enjoyed some well-deserved beers.
Step 1: When to Go.
The best time of year to climb Mt. Elbrus is between late-June and August which typically has the most predictable weather. My trip was from 10-17 August and we had perfect weather every day. This was certainly a bit of luck as the forecast for the following week predicted storms, but generally that is the best time of year.
Step 2: Select the hiking company and package.
While it is possible to climb Mt. Elbrus without a guide, going through a company greatly reduces the logistical coordination and increases the likelihood of summiting. After reading numerous reviews and looking through the packages offered with dates and prices, I selected Beyond Red Square. Their economic package costs $1,455 and includes all lodging, meals, airport transfers, a letter of invitation (required for the visa application), coordinating rental gear, and of course the guide. They also assisted with the visa application process, provided rapid responses to all my questions, and sent a package with the detailed itinerary and a lot of information about what to expect in Russia far in advance of the climb.
Step 3: Book flights and any follow on tours in Moscow or elsewhere in Russia.
The dates of the stay in Russia must be finalized for the visa application and so it is important to figure out early the plans for your full trip. I added a day in Moscow on the back end of the climb to visit the Kremlin and Red Square, but easily could have spent a few more days there visiting museums and going up to St. Petersburg!
Step 4: Visa application.
Getting the Russian visa was a lengthy and challenging process and I recommend starting it at least 6 months prior to the climb in case of any administrative issues. The passport itself must be valid for at least six months after the climb is complete and must not have excessively worn or damaged pages. Since my passport would have been almost exactly at the six-month mark and was extremely worn with extra pages that had been added in, I went ahead and got a new passport. The visa application process itself was rather prolonged and as I prepared to send in the stack of paperwork, I was informed that the Berlin Embassy would not accept U.S. passports because the Russian Embassy was not returning them. Eventually I used a company in the U.S. to send my passport to and they processed the visa and returned it. Total it took nearly 5 months from start to finish and cost me nearly $400. That is certainly on the extreme side of difficulties for visas, but is still something that should be factored into the planning process.
Step 5: Training.
Minimum training is required to successfully summit Elbrus but it does require a moderate level of physical fitness and endurance. I am notoriously awful at training ahead of time for climbing, marathons, and pretty much everything based on a weak justification that I am fit enough for the Marine Corps. This time I had a better excuse for my lack of training due to a sea urchin accident in Senegal three-weeks prior that left my feet with about 60 spine fragments and a bad infection. By the time the climb started although I was fully walking again and the infection was down, not all of the spines were out. I say all of this just as reassurance that the mountain is certainly achievable not in peak shape and altitude seemed to be the most challenging aspect for people.
Because I saw photos online of climbers in crampons with ice axes and harnesses, I made the incorrect assumption that ice training was a prerequisite for Elbrus. Very rudimentary "technical mountaineering" skills are required which are taught on the mountain and the crampons are used for better grip but not for any technical climbing.
After all the paperwork was finally in order, it was time to start the expedition! I arrived at the Caucasus Mineral Waters airport (MRV) where I was greeted by Andrew who had been answering all my questions via email the last several months, our guide Sergei, and several of the team from all over the world. The final members of the crew arrived that evening including Sammy, the legend who saved the day for me on Kili with a phone charger so I could take a picture at the top! Andrew gave us each small goodie bags (which even included homemade cookies) and we were off on the 3-hour drive to the base of Elbrus. That evening we gorged ourselves on a large traditional Russian dinner before turning in to rest up for all of the climbing ahead.
Day 1- Acclimatization Hike.
The first morning we loaded up small day packs and headed to Cheget, a nearby mountain for our initial acclimatization climb. We got to know the others in the group as we slowly ascended and adjusted to the thinner air, enjoying the sunny summer day. We spent only a few hours climbing before stopping for a delicious Russian fruit compote and chebureki that was served with Mt. Elbrus as a beautiful backdrop. After returning to the bottom of the mountain we picked up our rental gear and our guide did a final equipment check before we packed everything up.
Day 2- Base Camp and Ice Training
After an early breakfast, we linked up with our guide and took the chair lift up to base camp where we dropped most of our gear and started up the mountain. This gave us an opportunity to get accustomed to the rental equipment, like the large mountaineering boots, and learn some basic skills for climbing in the snow and ice. We each simulated sliding down the mountain and practiced stopping ourselves with the ice axe in case we were to slip and fall on a narrow part of the trail. As a group we also practiced using our belays to climb alongside a rope similar to the one near the summit and how to respond if one of the others in the group fell. After our guide was satisfied with our training, we returned to base camp to settle in and enjoy a hearty meal.
Day 3- Acclimatization Climb (5,000M/ 16,400Ft)
One of the most difficult days was Day 3 with the 5,000M climb. We steadily climbed all morning up the increasingly steep slope working on maintaining a good pace all the way past the Pastukhov Rocks. Favorable weather was on our side and during every rest break we all soaked up the beauty of the surrounding Caucasus range stretching out below.
Passing the 5,000M mark is a good indicator for the guide how everyone is doing with acclimating to the altitude in preparation for summit day, which called for a quick celebration dance probably to the chagrin of all the climbers below. We returned down to base camp for some light stretching and more heavy eating to replace all of the calories we had burned on the mountain.
Day 4- Rest Day
Although everyone was feeling good after the 5,000M climb, we adhered to the schedule and took the rest day to allow our bodies to recover and prepare for the big push to the top. Most of the day was spent hanging out reading books or playing cards, but while I was outside brushing my teeth, a fox popped his little head up. He explored around a bit before trotting off to find something more interesting, but it was definitely the highlight of my morning!
After another big family style dinner, everyone did gear checks and packed their bags for the next morning. It was nice having a group to run through the check list with and Boris, one of the other climbers, bandaged up my injured feet for the next morning. With nervous energy growing in anticipation for the climb, we all headed to bed to grab a few hours of sleep.
Day 5- Summit Day
Long before dawn began to break, we were all awake and loading up in our gear to start our summit push. As we stepped outside under the blanket of stars overhead, the trail up the mountain was already illuminated with the twinkling headlamps of other climbers slowly trudging up the mountain. At 5,000M the first red streaks of light indicting morning began to grow in the horizon. Two additional guides had joined our group to meet the 3 to 1 ratio requirement for climbers to guides. Step by step we made our way uphill in the cold morning air. Thankfully no wind was blowing and once the sun rose, the temperature quickly climbed.
In order to pass several of the other groups on the mountain, our guide opted out of us clipping into the ropes on the steeper portion of the ascent. We cautiously passed the others using our walking sticks and ice axes to navigate the snow and ice beside the narrow trail. At the saddle between the mountain peaks, we rested briefly to drink water and have a quick snack before making the final climb.
The top was surprisingly small with an even more negligible marker, but the 360 view overlooking Russia and Georgia was worth every step. Our group had made it the top of Europe and we spent about 20 minutes reveling in the accomplishment and enjoying the (mostly) quiet at the peak before hustling back down to base camp. The climb down was much easier on the knees in the snow than the rocky terrain on Kilimanjaro was and at the bottom we enjoyed some well-deserved beers.
Written September 11, 2019
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Kristina U
Bergen, Norway7 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
Elbrus tours. Not recommanded. Womanhostile guide. Group scattered all over the mountain. Would add extre night acclimatasation and 3 days in case of bad wheather. Prefer tents. Company charge much more for equipment rentals and try also cheat on single supplement. Try pilgrim tours or international company
Written November 15, 2015
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hi
has anyone combined climb of elbrus with a side trip to st. petersburg or another russian city? please advise
Written July 17, 2019
Anastasia Vasiliskova
Sochi, Russia
Many of our tourists go to Moscow, St-Petersburg and other cities before or after climb. Do you have any doubts?
Written August 30, 2019
I've read some great reviews for Pilgrim tours and they also appear to the cheapest. However, I am having no luck what's so ever getting in touch with them! I've sent multiple emails - used their 'send message' option but had no response. Can anyone offer me any help in getting in touch with them!? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Written January 5, 2019
I am having the same issue with them. No response what so ever.
Written February 17, 2020
Hello !
I am looking for information how I can book sleeping place in barrels Garabashi and shourter Diesel Hut at Elbrus. Somebody can help me , please ?
Best regards
Written May 6, 2018
Hi Adam, besides Leaprus, as far as I know, none of the barrel huts have websites or ways to book direct. Most of them work with the tour operators who facilitate group climbs, etc., and the tour operators book the lodging. You could have a tour operator book you into the barrel huts for pretty cheap, and still do the rest of the climb elements on your own, if that's what you were looking for. Sorry I'm 8 months late answering this :)
Written January 11, 2019
Hello !
I need information how I can book sleeping places in Garabashi barrels and shourter Diesel Hut. Somebody can help me ?
Best regards
Written May 6, 2018
Anastasia Vasiliskova
Sochi, Russia
Hi! The Elbrus 360 hut is available for on-line reservation by number +79269247948 (Whatsapp).
It is located on the northern side of Elbrus at 3785 m.
Written April 3, 2019
Hi! I am organising a trip to Elbrus this summer. Has anyone experience with Snowrush as an organiser? Thanks in advance!
Written April 3, 2018
Hi all,
I'm planning to try and climb Mount Elbrus this June with Pilgrim tours.
I have been reading by our government run smarttraveller website that the region is extremely dangerous.
Does anyone who has climbed this mountain have any advice on this? And any travel insurance companies that will cover this area?
Thank you.
Written January 12, 2017
Hi, I know this answer is 2 years late, but for anyone else reading it, this is a relevant question. The short answer is, YES, it's very safe to travel to Mt. Elbrus and climb it. Western governments exaggerate the risk because of past incidents in the North Caucasus. The last security incident in the Mt. Elbrus area (it was about 1.5 hrs. from Elbrus) happened in 2011. The road to Elbrus and the Elbrus area is one of the most-traveled tourist routes in the North Caucasus, and great care is taken to ensure safety for travelers.
I'm an American and live 3 hrs. from Mt. Elbrus, and can personally vouch for these things (have lived here 4 years). Feel free to private message me if you have any other questions about safety and Mt. Elbrus!
As far as travel insurance, that's a separate question I'm not quite as familiar with, sorry!
Written January 11, 2019
Hi there!
I'm just wondering if you would recommend doing 10 days climb for Elbrus of whether 8 days would be sufficient?
Thanks!
Written November 25, 2016
Typically, 8 days is the standard time for folks climbing Elbrus. Depending on your group size, you could hire an additional guide on summit day, or if your summit attempt isn't successful on your first attempt, you could attempt a 2nd summit. So there are options. Planning for 10 days would be to give extra time for acclimatization, as well as additional days for summit attempts.
Written January 11, 2019
Здравствуйте, любители и ценители красоты наших мест! У меня вопрос... Как вы считаете, если открыть небольшой хотел в городе Тырныаузе, будет ли он интересен для туристов?! От Тырныауза до Азау 35-40 минут езды...
Written November 21, 2016
Добрый вечер.
В любом случае хостелы должны быть везде. В вашем районе он в любом случае будет востребован.
Written November 22, 2016
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