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7 Days

Availability : From June till October

Star of the Tour: Tbilisi

End of the tour: Tbilisi

Min Age : 18

Max People : min. 4 - max. 6

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Programme

Overview

We would like to present you a very special tour that will inspire you: a fascinating Kazbek Climbing Tour. At an impressive 5,054 metres high, Kazbeg, also known as ‘Mkinvari’ or ‘Glacier’, is a popular destination for experienced mountaineers and those who love mountaineering as a hobby.

Every year, this impressive volcanic mountain with its beautiful, eternal ice fields in the Greater Caucasus in eastern Georgia attracts more and more adventurers. The difficulty level of this route corresponds to category B2, which means that it is suitable for anyone with a certain level of fitness.

Our guided tour lasts seven days, with two days planned for travel to and from Tbilisi and five days dedicated to climbing the mountain. Of course, we have also planned a reserve day so that you can set off completely relaxed.

To make your ascent as pleasant as possible, you will be accompanied by pack horses to the base camp. This way, our guests only have to carry a daypack.

We usually organise the necessary equipment locally, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.

Note: Our trips can also be booked as individual trips.

Highlights

Ananuri Castle, Cross Pass, Trinity Church
Bethlem Chapel, Altihut, Meteo Hut, Mount Kazbegi

Itinerary

Day 1.Arrival, meeting and transfer to Stepantsminda

Our Kazbek ascent tour starts with a comfortable drive to Stepantsminda. On the way, we will stop at fascinating places and sights such as the beautiful Ananuri, the ‘Arch of Friendship’, and the impressive Cross Pass.

We will arrive in Stepantsminda in the late afternoon, where we will have our first overnight stay. Here we will have the opportunity to check our equipment and make sure that everything is working properly as we prepare for the day ahead.

Travel time: 3 hours / 150 km

Meals: breakfast / snack / dinner

Overnight: Stepantsminda / in a hotel

Day 2.To the basic camp

After breakfast, we will set off together to the Holy Trinity Church. From there, we will start our route to the base camp. The picturesque landscape and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains make this route an unforgettable experience.

After a pleasant hike of about two hours, we will reach the cosy mountain hut ‘Altihutt’, where we can take a well-deserved lunch break. Here our guests have the opportunity to order delicious cakes and refreshing or hot drinks and enjoy the breathtaking mountain atmosphere.

After the hut, the route continues over the glacier. The hike across the glacier to the base camp, a former weather station, takes about two to three hours. In the evening we finally reach our destination, the Bethlebi hut, where we pitch our tents. Those who wish can also stay in a simple room in the building.

Hike: ascent approx. 20 m / descent approx. 1890 m / highest point approx. 3608 m / length approx. 12 km / time approx. 8 hours

Meals: breakfast / packed lunch / dinner

Accommodation: basic camp / in a tent or hut

Day 3.Acclimatisation: to the Betlemi Chapel and back

At a breathtaking altitude of 4,000 metres, you will find the tiny but beautiful chapel of Betlemi, which holds the title of the highest chapel in the country. We will set out on the route there and then return to our base camp as an acclimatisation hike and preparation for climbing Kazbek.

The hike will take about three hours. This evening, we will go to bed a little earlier so that we can start fit and alert at 2:00 a.m. the next day.

Hiking route: Up approx. 210 m / Down approx. 210 m / Highest point approx. 3833 m. / Length approx. 2.5 km / Time approx. 3 hrs.

Catering: Breakfast / Packed lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: Basic camp / In a tent or in a hut

Day 4.Reserve day

If the reserve day is not needed for our Kazbek climbing tour, we would like to use this time to explore the beautiful surroundings of Stepantsminda.

Catering: breakfast / packed lunch / dinner

Accommodation: basic camp / in a tent or hut

Day 5.To the summit

We should all be ready to go at 2:00 a.m. Today is the most important and exciting day of our Kazbek Climbing tour: the summit day! We won’t need crampons or ropes for the first two hours.

At a place called either ‘Khamaura’ or ‘noises,’ depending on where you know the name from, we equip ourselves and start walking on the glacier.

The name comes from the fact that there are frequent rockfalls there. The entire stage takes about 10–12 hours. We will be back at our camp in the late afternoon.

Hiking route: Up approx. 1415 m / Down approx. 1415 m / Highest point approx. 5015 m. / Length approx. 12 km / Time approx. 14 hrs.

Catering: Breakfast / Packed lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: Basic camp / In a tent or in a hut

Day 6.To Stpanstimnda

Today we will leave our camp and make our way back down to Stepantsminda at a leisurely pace, without any rush. We are very much looking forward to being back home.

Hiking route: Up approx. 20 m / Down approx. 1890 m / Highest point approx. 3833 m. / Length approx. 2.5 km / Time approx. 14 hrs.

Meals: Breakfast / Packed lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: Basic camp / in a tent or in a hut

Day 7.Stepantsminda - Tbilisi | Departure

We end our adventurous mountaineering tour to Kazbek with the drive to Tbilisi. In the city, our guests have time to stroll and explore. In the evening, we will have a festive farewell dinner to celebrate our successful summit ascent in an authentic Georgian restaurant.

At the agreed time, our driver will accompany you to the airport to complete your journey.

Driving time: 3 hours / 150 km

Meals: breakfast / snack / farewell dinner

Accommodation: Tbilisi / in a hotel

Tour dates:

15.06.2025 – 15.10.2025Available | 6 places still remaining

Please note: Since there are no fixed dates for this trip, you can flexibly arrange the period for your trip. The travel options range from mid-June to mid-October. You can find out more about the best time to travel to Georgia HERE.

Tour price

Prices per person in a DR:EUR 1080

SGL supplementEUR 60

Important: The price is valid only if the minimum number of participants is reached. Price differentiation if the minimum number of participants is not reached: PLEASE SEE HERE

Our services included:

Transfers to and from the airport
All transfers and local transport in a comfortable minibus
Packing horses
Breakfast, lunch/picnic, dinner
Travel organisation
English-speaking tour guides
Overnight in: 3* hotels, Guest houses and Tent (see programme)
Tent, sleeping bag, ice axe, rope, belt, helmet, etc.

NOT included:

Flight
Alcohol
Travel insurance
Tip

Additional information:

Degree of difficulty: medium/Category B2
Duration: 5 active days, 2 transfer days to and from Stepantsminda
Accommodation: We stay in local, simple and very nice family hotels and in a 3-star hotel
Travel luggage: Our main luggage is carried by packhorses, so we only

Travel packing list:

Clothing – hiking boots with a good grip and a pair of light shoes for changing, rain trousers, rain jacket, functional clothing such as underpants, T-shirt, leggings, pullover, fleece jacket, pyjamas, gloves, sun hat, socks.
First aid and hygiene – plasters, blister plasters and adhesive bandages. Headache medication, medication for diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, nasal spray, eye drops, insect repellent, electrolyte supplements, personal medication, shower gel, shampoo, personal toiletries, sun cream.
Other personal belongings – hiking poles, sunglasses, cash or credit card, bum bag for documents, camera, mobile phone, charger (in Georgia there are European sockets), battery, water bottle (1/1.5 litre), guidebook, sweets for toddlers that you often find in villages or inns, small day backpack.

FAQ-s about climbing Kazbek

Question 1.What is Kazbek and why is it a popular mountaineering destination?

Kazbek is a 5,054-metre-high volcanic mountain in the Greater Caucasus in Georgia. It is a popular destination for mountaineers due to its impressive height and the fascinating glacier at its summit.

Question 2.How difficult is the Kazbek ascent tour and what level of difficulty can participants expect?

The difficulty of the route to Kazbek is usually classified in the B2 category. It is a demanding tour suitable for both experienced mountaineers and adventurous amateur mountaineers.

Question 3.How long does the entire mountaineering tour to Kazbeg usually take?

The tour normally takes 7 days, with 2 days reserved for arrival and departure and 5 days for climbing.

Question 4.How does acclimatisation work during the tour?

As a preparation for the ascent to the summit, there is an acclimatisation hike to the highest chapel in the country, the Betlemi Chapel, which is located at 4,000 metres. It is also recommended to go on a 2- or 3-day hike in the area around Kazbeg before the mountaineering tour.

Question 5.What equipment should participants bring with them and will equipment be provided on site?

For our Kazbegi Mountaineering Tour, the required equipment is usually organised on site, but participants can also bring their own equipment. Recommended equipment includes:

mountaineering boots
warm clothing
sleeping bag
backpack
hiking poles
ice axe
crampons
sunglasses
rope etc.

Question 6.Are there any special requirements regarding the physical fitness of the participants?

Participants should be in good physical shape and have experience in mountaineering and hiking in high mountain environments.

Question 7.How is the luggage carried?

Luggage is usually carried by packhorses to spare the mountaineers from carrying heavy loads. This makes the trek and climb much easier, as participants usually only have to carry a daypack for their personal belongings and the equipment needed for the day.

Question 8.What do the huts look like?

Mountain huts, including those around Kazbek, are generally simple and functional. They are designed to provide protection from the elements for mountaine

Usually, these huts are equipped with sleeping places in dormitories where sleeping bags or mattresses are used. The hut is used by most

Question 9.Is there a shower?

Most mountain and base camps do not have showers because of a lack of water resources in remote mountain regions. Climbers should prepare for simple hygienic solutions such as washing with river/spring water or using wet wipes.

It is important to prepare for limited amenities and be prepared to live in a basic way while travelling in the mountains.

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