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Mount Kazbek Climb (South Route — 9 Days)
ExpeditionsLegendary PeakSeason: July — September 2026

Mount Kazbek Climb (South Route — 9 Days)

Altitude: 5,033 m
Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Difficulty: Demanding
Ratio: 1:3 Guide/Climber

Route Elevation Profile

Max: 5,033 m
1,750 m
Stepantsminda
Expedition start
2,170 m
Gergeti Church
Ancient landmark
3,000 m
Sabertse Pass
Transition
3,650 m
Weather Station (Betlemi)
High-altitude refuge
4,400 m
Kazbek Plateau
Glacier skills
5,033 m
Mount Kazbek Summit
Summit push

Day-by-Day Expedition Itinerary

Detailed summit schedule with elevation points, stages, and overnight stations

Meet the team, transfer via the Georgian Military Highway to the town of Stepantsminda (1,750 m). Check into the hotel, gear inspection.

What Is Included

  • All transfers as per the program
  • Accommodation in Stepantsminda and at the Weather Station
  • Meals during the active portion of the route
  • Professional guides (1:3 ratio on summit day)
  • Group gear (ropes, radios, medical kit)

Not Included (Excluded)

  • Flights
  • Personal mountaineering gear rental
  • Insurance

Recommended Technical Gear

Rental available at Terskol partner outfitter

Equipment

  • Mountaineering boots
  • Semi-rigid / rigid crampons
  • Ice axe
  • Helmet
  • Climbing harness with 2 locking carabiners
Expedition Package Price
95 000 ₽
≈ \$1030 USD • per climber
Expedition Visuals

Route Photo Gallery

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