Kazbek is from the North. Climbing

Kazbek is the second highest stratovolcano in the Caucasus, with a height of 5034 meters. We bring to your attention a beautiful, multi-day route of 2B difficulty category.

For climbing, we issue certificates and license plates established by the FAR.

It is possible to conduct an individual request for groups of 4 people or more.

Location

Vladikavkaz city
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$514
$439
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Duration
9 Days
8 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 22 – 30 June, 2025
    • 12 – 20 July, 2025
    • 2 – 10 August, 2025
    • 22 – 30 August, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Tent
    8 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Extreme
Only for experienced and physically fit hikers. Requires specific skills and equipment
Group
Up to 12 people
Minimum age
14 years old
Group meet at
Vladikavkaz city
Contact the tour coordinator
Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Far from civilization
We will pass a strength test for the strong-minded and connoisseurs of outdoor activities
An exciting route
Trails along the glacier, rocks and snow are waiting for us
Gifts of nature
A pleasant bonus on the trip will be thermal baths for overnight stays

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Meeting. Switching to thermal springs

    We meet the participants in Vladikavkaz (at the railway station at 8:00). 

    We go to the Ministry of Emergency Situations for registration. 

    And to the border post for issued passes (documents must be submitted 2 weeks in advance).

    The transition to thermal springs — Upper Armadona baths: there are several natural baths that are very warm, there are hot ones. 

    The sites for the installation of tents are located next to the springs. 

    In the evening, we make a plan for the next day.

    The guide tells you about the route.

    The height of the camp is 2300 meters.

    The distance is 7 km, the travel time is 3-4 hours.

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  • Day 2 - Crossing the Mayli Glacier
  • Day 3 - Climbing the trail among the rocks of the OZD peak
  • Day 4 - Ascent to the assault camp
  • Day 5 - Rest day before climbing Kazbek
  • Day 6 - Climbing to the top of Kazbek 5034 meters
  • Day 7 - A reserve day in case of bad weather
  • Day 8 - Descent to the thermal baths
  • Day 9 - Departure
Difficulty
Only for experienced and physically fit hikers. Requires specific skills and equipment

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Tent
    8 nights
Comfort
  • Basic

The tour includes accommodation in tents.

Discount 2000 rubles. when purchasing a tour for 2 people or more.

Tent camp 8 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 12 tourists
Minimum age
14 years old
Duration
9 days 8 nights
Group meets at
Vladikavkaz city

Included in price

  • group transfer Vladikavkaz — border checkpoint — Vladikavkaz;
  • the group is accompanied by guides, one guide for 3-4 participants
  • hearty 2 meals a day, the guide is engaged in cooking (breakfast, dinner, afternoon snack);
  • assistance to beginners in the selection of equipment at the rental and consultations before the tour;
  • registration of applications for admission to the border zone;
  • registration of the group in the Ministry of Emergency Situations;
  • general-purpose equipment: climbing ropes, radio communication, navigation, first aid kit, dishes, gas equipment;
  • rental of personal climbing equipment: ice axe, crampons, safety system, helmet;
  • Climbing certificate;
  • photo and video shooting on the route and at the top.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Vladikavkaz and back;
  • rental of personal and other equipment (according to the list of things), except for free;
  • meals in the cafe;
  • additional excursions;
  • extended insurance for extreme sports.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Documents

  • passport;
  • compulsory medical insurance policy;

Camping equipment

  • A backpack of 65-80 liters with a rigid back and the ability to attach a mat and an ice axe outside. A cape for a backpack from the rain;
  • Sleeping bag. The comfort temperature is -5.... -10 C, preferably with a synthetic filler;
  • Trekking poles;
  • Travel mat (karemat, foam);
  • Tent;

Climbing equipment

  • Sports glasses or ski mask, UV protection factor 3 or more;
  • Backpack of 25-35 liters for climbing;
  • Soft-mount cats (provided);
  • Safety gazebo, two carabiners, self-insurance (provided);
  • Ice axe (used for self-insurance when climbing to the top) (provided);

Trekking clothes for 1-4 days

  • T-shirt;
  • Medium-density thermal T-shirt with long sleeves;
  • Thermal pants;
  • Warm fleece jacket;
  • Wind- and moisture-proof jacket with a hood. If the jacket can get wet, then also a raincoat;
  • Wind- and moisture-proof pants, preferably with a membrane;
  • Trekking boots or sneakers. They can also be used on climbing;
  • A warm hat;
  • Thin gloves 2 pairs;
  • Panama hat, cap or buff, for protection from the sun;
  • Hiking (trekking) socks 2-3 pairs;
  • Sandals or light sneakers for the camp;
  • Swimming trunks or a swimsuit;

Climbing clothes for 5-9 days

  • A lightweight down jacket with a hood, should be worn under a windproof jacket;
  • The puffer jacket is high-altitude, mandatory in spring and autumn above 5000 meters;
  • Insulated climbing boots;
  • Insulated shoe covers allow you to use trekking boots on climbing;
  • Gaiters on your feet from getting snow and dirt into your shoes;
  • Mask, buff or balaclava to protect your face from the wind;
  • Warm, non-blown gloves, mittens are better;

Other

  • Headlamp with 1 battery pack;
  • Hygiene products: soap, shampoo probe, toothpaste and brush, toilet paper, towel (not large),wet wipes;
  • Mug, spoon, bowl, knife. Plastic or metal;
  • Thermos. 500-800 ml.;
  • A water bottle. 0.5-1 liter;
  • A seat (preferably);
  • Packages of 100-120 liters 2 pcs. Additional protection of things in the backpack from getting wet;
  • Photo camera;

Personal first aid kit

  • Hygienic lipstick (protection against chapping of the lips, better sunscreen);
  • Sunscreen (maximum protection);
  • Vitamins, preferably in effervescent tablets;
  • Aspirin, preferably in effervescent tablets;
  • Paracetamol;
  • Patch (to seal the feet to prevent calluses);
  • From an upset stomach;
  • Medicines for your diseases;
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Dates and Prices

  • $439
    22 – 30 Jun, 2025 9 days 8 nights
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  • $439
    12 – 20 Jul, 2025 9 days 8 nights
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  • $439
    2 – 10 Aug, 2025 9 days 8 nights
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  • $439
    22 – 30 Aug, 2025 9 days 8 nights
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  • $439
    12 – 20 Sep, 2025 9 days 8 nights
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