Ski Elbrus

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A May ski ascent of Europe's highest mountain

Introduction

For many years Elbrus and the entire northern side of the Caucasus were off limits certainly for British visitors. Thankfully the situation has improved and we can once again explore this beautiful area on skis. Our aim is to enjoy skiing on the mountain as we acclimatise, choosing the best weather day to summit.

The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office currently advise against "all but essential" travel to the Elbrus Region. Whilst it is now possible to obtain travel insurance for this ascent, those who choose to join our team must read the FCO advice and accept the risks associated with travelling here.

Grade: 10D

Start point for those joining 'Land Only': Mineralnye Vody

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Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Know Before You Go

Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) ‘Know Before You Go’ campaign. We recommend that you read the FCO Travel Advice for Russia on the FCO Website.

What the price includes

• International flights to Mineralnye Vody from the UK (unless joining on a 'Land Only' basis)
• All the Guides' fees and expenses. Ratio 1:4 max
• All transport in Russia
• Full board twin share accommodation in the valley otherwise full board in mountain huts
• Permits and Park fees

What the price does not include

• Visa Fees
• UK and Foreign Airport taxes
• Excess baggage charges
• Dinner on the final night
• Optional sightseeing tours
• Hotel nights in Pyatigorsk in the event of returning from the mountain early after successfully summiting
• Travel Insurance
• Bar bills and laundry
• Tips

Large fluctuations may occur in currency markets over the coming months. The price of this trip may increase or decrease in line with these fluctuations. The final price will be confirmed two months before the start of the trip.

Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip.

Outline Itinerary

Day 1:	Early morning departure from the UK. Arrive in Mineralnye Vody late evening. We will be met and taken to our hotel in Pyatigorsk.
Day 2:	Transfer to base camp at Hathansu Meadow 2500m. In a snowy year we will have to skin from the road end to the camp. Heavy packs but easy skinning!
Day 3 - 10:	Skiing Mt Elbrus. We will ski to various objectives on the north side of the mountain, staying at North Hut 3760m before our summit attempt. Should the conditions be good Alexey would like to show us the west side of the mountain where we can ski and acclimatise before moving round to the north side for our go for the top. This would be excellent if possible. All this is very much weather dependent but because we are on a 12 day trip we have lots of flexibility to give us the best possible chance of a successful and enjoyable summit day.
Day 11:	Drive back to Pyatigorsk and visit the town.
Day 12:	Transfer to Mineralnye Vody airport and fly home.

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