K A Z B E G I D i r e c t
Expedition 2026
DURATION > 8 Days
PRICE > From 1400 €
GROUP SIZE > Max 5 person
DIFFICULTY LEVEL > Moderate - Advance
Mount Kazbek (5,054 m.) is the one of the highest peaks of Europe, It is the third-highest peak in Georgia (after Mount Skhara and Janga), distinguished by its beauty and legends.
Mount Kazbek is associated in Georgian folklore with Amirani, the Georgian version of Prometheus, who was chained on the mountain in punishment for having stolen fire from the gods and giving it to mortals. The location of his imprisonment later became the site of an Orthodox hermitage located in a cave called "Betlemi" at approximately the 4,000-meter level. According to legends, this cave housed many sacred relics, including the “Abrahams tent” and the manger of the “infant Jesus”.
There are more than ten routes and options to climb to the peak, most of them are snow and ice.
The Kazbek Eastern slope is outstanding. Long route, with an average 40-45* icy slope and unique perspective views.
For those who are looking in more challenging route, technical, icy climbing, and overnight at altitude, this route will be very interesting. Decent on the classic way.
The The most difficult, new winter route up the “Dragons” rock climbed “CAUCASUS HIGHLIGHTS” founders and guides in 2016.
https://publications.americanalpineclub.org/articles/13201214257
High season: middle of July — end of August. Weather is the most stable. This is the most comfortable time for climbing. However, we offer climbs at any time of the year.
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Our mountain Guides have an average of over 10 years of experience in the industry, and a high record of safe, summit climbing. Safety is always our number one priority.
Our guides are mountaineers, having a strong grasp of technical climbing, and high altitude experience, along with strong interpersonal skills.
The most difficult, new winter route up the “Dragons” rock climbed “CAUCASUS HIGHLIGHTS” founders and guides in 2016.
https://publications.americanalpineclub.org/articles/13201214257
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Fitness
The route requires good, intensive physical preparation in advance. Climbers must be in good physical shape to join this expedition.
Technical
Mountaineering experience is required. It is necessary to know the technique of working with a rope and the organization of protection, a good level of ice climbing.
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Day 1 : Arrive Kutaisi \ Tbilisi. You will be met at the airport by a Caucasus Adventures representative and transferred to the hotel.
Day 2 : Travel to Stepantsminda. In the morning, we will check all equipment. We sort and organize our gear and supplies, departure (Duration 3 hour).
Accommodation in a hotel.
Day 3 : Base Camp (3650 m). We transfer to the direction of Gergeti Sameba church. Then we make the 6-7 hour hike to the Base Camp.
Overnight in tents.
Day 4 : BC – Acclimatization (4100 m). Acclimatization trip in the direction of Little Trinity church, return to the Base camp.
Resting and gathering strength for the summit.
Overnight in tents.
Day 5 : Summit Day. Wake up at 02.00, Early breakfast. Start Climbing, duration 10-11 hours. descent on the Classic route to the Base camp.
Overnight in tents.
Day 6 : Reserve Day. Reserve day in case of bad weather.
Day 7 : Descent to Stepantsminda Drive to Tbilisi\Kutaisi. Descent at Gergeti Trinity church. Transfer to Stepantsmnda, departure to Tbilisi. Accommodation in a Hotel.
Day 8 : Departure.
Transfer to the airport (Tbilisi\Kutaisi)
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Available all year round
High season: middle July - August
Group size max. 2 person
PRIVATE PACKAGE For the 2026 season.
Group of 1 – 1830 €
Group of 2 – 1625 €
Group of 3 and more – 1400 €
Costs Include:
. Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel
. Hotel accommodation
. Transportation during the program on a regular itinerary
. Basecamp; Hut accommodation
. Meals on mountain/basecamp
. Ropes, and other group climbing equipment
. Mountain guide and local support staff
. Horse (porter) for transporting gear to basecamp
Costs Do Not Include:
. Food or dining outside of the climbing period
. Personal clothing and climbing equipment
. Personal travel insurance, trip cancellation insurance, and medical or security evacuation insurance
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Equipment
. Expedition Backpack: approximately 45 L +. Recommended to bring a waterproof cover in case of rain. This bag will be on your back during trekking to the base camp and for the summit.
. Trekking Poles with Snow Baskets: Adjustable
. Ice Axe: General mountaineering tool, for technical mountaineering and ice climbing
. Crampons
. Climbing Helmet: must be able to fit over your warm hat
. Alpine Climbing Harness
. carabineers: 2 locking
. Headlamp: with 2 extra sets of new batteries
. Main luggage bag (up to 80L) – All gear can be packed here and extra items which is not needed on trekking day. If necessary, the horse will take this directly to the basecamp as to alleviate weight from your other bag.
. Backpack (35-50L) – This size bag is recommended because larger is unnecessary and leads to excess weight.
. Eye protection – sunglasses for mountaineering that fit the face snugly and tight. Should be a 3-4th category
Clothing \ Other Essentials
. Waterproof Shell Jacket (1)
. Down Jacket (1) – Light-medium weight preferably. Hooded or without a hood is fine.
. Mid Layer Jacket (1) – Fleece Jacket to put on top of the thermal layer.
. Thermal Base Layer Shirt (1) – Can be a synthetic or wool layer
. Waterproof Shell Trousers (1 pair)
. Thermal Base Layer Underwear/Leggings ( 1 pair) – Can be synthetic or wool. Beanie hat, buff, balaclava – Gear to keep the head and face warm.
waterproof Insulated Gloves or Mittens – 1 Pair. For the summit
Trekking Gloves – 1 pair. Should be warm, but not bulky. Only for trekking and on the base camp.
Socks – Lightweight and medium-weight mountaineering wool socks. (3 pairs)
Base Camp Slippers – Comfortable slippers for tent and base camp wear.
Comfortable trekking trousers (1 pair) – For leisure wear in base camp and trekking
Microfiber towel – Used for drying hands and face. Body size is not needed, as there is no shower at the base camp.
Mess kit – Bowl and utensils for base camp and climbing meals
Sleeping bag – Suitable for -15 \ -10 Degrees Celsius
Sleeping mat / pad – Rollable or inflatable
