Elbrus expeditions. Trekking and ski-touring in the Mount Elbrus area. Caucasus Mountains, Russia. Mt Elbrus climb.
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Elbrus Climb - 8 days
OUTLINE ITINERARY
The following itinerary is a working guide only and might be a subject to change due to local conditions, weather and governmental restrictions
Day 1
Arrive in Mineralnye Vody. Transfer to Baksan Valley in Elbrus area. Hotel at 2100m.
Day 2
Acclimatisation walk to the Cheget shoulder, 3100m. Magnificent viewpoints over Elbrus. Return to hotel.
Day 3
Drive to Azau Cable Ways station. Lift up to 3800m. Acclimatisation walk up to 4200-4400m. Night in a mountain hut at 3800-3900m.
Day 4
Acclimatisation walk to Pastukhova Rocks, up to ca. 4800m. Return to the hut.
Day 5
Attempt on Elbrus.
Day 6
Spare day to attempt on Elbrus*.
Day 7
Descend by cable ways and drive back to the hotel in Baksan Valley. Hotel.
Day 8
Drive to Mineralnye Vody airport for the flight home.