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North Caucasus & Elbrus Ski Expedition

2023 TBA

North Caucasus & Elbrus Ski Expedition

EXPEDITION OVERVIEW

Ice Axe will be offering an incredible opportunity to ski tour the NW Caucasus mountains for acclimatization and then make an attempt to climb and ski Mt. Elbrus, The highest peak in Europe.

This is a unique opportunity of skiing in Mount Elbrus (5642 m), also known as the top of Europe. An 11-day guided ski touring program starts in Moscow for 2 days then moves to the area of Mesita Pass (3500m), Kolavganaush Pass (3500m), Gumachi Pass (3575m). We will then attempt to climb and ski Mount Elbrus (4741m) — Europe’s highest peak. This schedule will allow you to prepare and maximize your chances to summit this spectacular peak.

Mount Elbrus is located in the Caucasus region in Russia, at the border with Georgia. Ice Axe offers English-speaking guides with the highest level available. This will be an amazing cultural ski experience that you will never forget.

Additional Resources:

  • Is the Drive to Mt. Elbrus Safe?
  • Top 11 Things You Should Do After Climbing Mt. Elbrus
  • 4 Myths about Travel to Russia in 2019
  • Climbing Elbrus in Style: Leaprus Huts
  • Is the North Caucasus Safe?
  • 4-part Podcast series on Elbrus

MORE INFORMATION

  • Trip Overview
  • What’s Included
  • Itinerary
  • St. Petersburg Add-On
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EXPEDITION DETAILS

Cost

$6,400 USD

Date

2023 TBA
11 Day / 10 Nights deluxe trip with Moscow arrival and tour for a day
2.5 days Acclimatization ski tour in North Caucasus

Capacity

10 clients

Reservations

Book Now or contact questions@iceaxe.tv.

MORE INFORMATION

  • Trip Overview
  • What’s Included
  • Itinerary
  • St. Petersburg Add-On

CONTACT US

Ice Axe Expeditions 12242 Business Park Drive, Suite 4 Truckee, CA 96161

+1 530 582 1246 – Phone
+1 530 582 1279 – Fax
questions@iceaxe.tv

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