Getting ready for the Mount Kazbek climb.
Mount Kazbek open expedition
We have been organizing mount Kazbek expeditions since 2008, when there was no climbing company in Georgia at all, we were the first and are the leading mountain company to this day. We approach each customer individually and will be ready to satisfy every need of every person who would like to book an expedition with us.
For 15 years we have organized thousands of successful expeditions with our experienced guides.
We work according to European standards and follow all safety measures as much as possible during the expedition.
Mount Kazbek climb is the main activity that we specialize in. This is why we always pay strong attention to the security that has to be provided to every customer that we serve. Safety is the top priority for us. We make sure that every single effort is given to provide our valuable and beloved customers with the highest level of security. Our mountain guides who will accompany you along the way know the area exceptionally well. They are all certified and passed the tests for providing first aid. They are all certified climbers hence they will provide the maximum assistance during the climb to the top of Mount Kazbek.
Email us and join our expeditions, you will get the best mountain experience with the best guides from the leading company.
Expedition dates you can choose:
July: 15-19July; 24-28 July.
August: 8-12 August; 15-19: 22-26 August;
September: 3-7 September; 10-14
The company is located directly in the center of Kazbegi. On the opposite side of the monument to Al. Kazbegi, on the second floor of a three-stored building. Address: 28 Al. Kazbegi Street, Second Floor, MTA Mountain Travel Agency.
Outside the yard are banners in blue and white and Mount Kazbek. You enter the yard where there is also a sign banner and you go up to the second floor.
Climb mount kazbek
The package is for those who would like to join a climbing group of travelers from different parts of the globe and enjoy a friendly and adventurous mount kazbek expedition atmosphere.
We meet in the village of Stepantsminda at our Mountain Travel Agency’s office, but it's also possible meet you at the airports Tbilisi or Kutaisi (extra). Accommodation in the comfortable guesthouse with or without meals.
Check your equipment, what you have and what you need to rent from us, talk to your mountain guides who will be with you throughout the expedition. When we discuss all the details, then you will buy the product or various necessary items in the shops because we have to leave early in the morning and it is better if we solve everything the day before.
If you have any extra luggage that will make your journey uncomfortable, you can leave in our office.
From Stepansminda we drive to the Sameba Trinity Church, Here we will meet horses that will take your luggage directly to meteo station (extra).
and then we walk to meteo station (3650). It will take us about 7 hours. Meteo station, also known as Bethlemi Hut, is the place where we spend the first night. We overnight outside in tents. We organize also inside overnight (extra). It is a very good option because it gets easier to hike up. You will carry with you only small bag packs.
We cross Saberdze, we see a colorful hotel. It is a hotel called AltiHut. We can spend one night inside or outside (extra). It is good for better acclimatization. We should mention, that the prices in AltiHut are pretty high, that is why most people decide not to stay here. If the groups stays there, the expedition to Kazbek will take more for one day. Usually we go straight to Bethlemi Hut. Overnight in tents.
It is a very important day. Our aim for today is to make good acclimatization. We hike up to the point of 4100 m. above sea level. Some time will be spent to learn how to climb so each of you will get some skills and make improvements. Our mountain guides will assist you and provide lessons of how to use equipment. It's much better if you have some mountain experience begore climbing Kazbek. When the lessons are finished we will go back to the meteo station where you will have a rest.
Overnight in tents.
Mount Kazbek Summit climb:
At approximately 2.00 o’clock in the morning your expedition to the top will be commenced as our professional guides will assist you in your climb to the top of the Kazbek mountain. at this time we use headlamps, because it is dark yet. We have to use every climbing equipment and the rope of coarse also is important thing.
It gets more difficult when we reach to plateau. The crevasses are open when it is a good weather condition, but you have to be careful. The time of the journey varies but it usually takes roughly 12 hours to get to the top and then make a return to the meteo station. Just like before rests and spending night will be inside our outside tents. (inside extra).
Overnight outside meteostation in tents.
When it's bad weather no matter how experienced you are you do not risk. Our mountain guides will explain to you about dangerous and you stay one day more and wait a good weather. Second day is free and you will begin climb to the summit the next night.
When you start climbing every equipment are important to use, especially on the crevasses. You will be roped with a guide. On the way to Mount Kazbek there is a place where the stones can fall. We call it Khmaura. I advice you always use this part every climbing equipment and it is important to have helmets, you are safe.
The way back from the summit, especially late, when snow melts.
When you return from the top we will overnight in tents.
Day 5. The day is left as a reservation day. It is made for the purpose of bad weather conditions prevail, so that you have a spare day to repeat climbing attempt.
Return back to Stepantsminda. – Sameba Trinity Church – Stepantsminda.
The price per person is 700 EUR.
300 EUR are payable in advance into our bank account as a reservation fee.
The outstanding balance of 400 EUR is payable when we meet at our agency MTA.
Price includes:
Certified English, German or Russian speaking guides during the whole expedition.
1 guide takes only 3 participants.
General equipment.
Horse for luggage to meteo station.
Bad weather the second day for free.
Accommodation outside meteo station in tents.
Transfer to/back Sameba Trinity church.
Price does not include but we can organize:
Climbing equipment rental (private).
Transfers from/to airports.
Guesthouse in Stepantsminda.
Meteo station inside accommodation.
AltiHut overnight.
Mountain Travel Agency MTA – Georgia mountains climbing company since 2008 when there was no mountain company in our region at all. We were the first and only 10 years later others copied our services and they opened an agency, their members worked with us before, and I was paid for repairing bicycles.
Then they copied our services and now they write that we are closed after the pandemic. This is a lie and we are working officially and always will. We never buy likes or cheat people like others. We do not advertise often, and we do not deceive people with advertisements.
Only we organized thousands of successful expeditions and now we have 15 th season.
We provide open expeditions to mount Kazbek so for many years. Climbing to Mt. Kazbek is our main priority. We offer professional mountain guide services who speak several languages including English, German and Russian. Our mountain guides that will guide you on your mount Kazbek expedition, are certified to European standards. There are only 3 participants in the expedition. We adhere to all safety guarantees for a successful mount Kazbek tour.
If any of our customers decide to arrange the mount Kazbek open expedition with us, they can do so by making a contact via email or over the phone. Our representative will get back to you and discuss the details.
For more details please see below:
The classic route of climbing from the Georgia side is one of the most popular mountaineering routes in the whole Caucasus. Mostly glacier walking until you reach the crux then about 100 meters to the top of Kazbek. Kazbek is one of the tallest mountains in Georgia.
The best time to climb Mt. Kazbek is June-September.
As you know, the weather in the mountains is changing rapidly. Mount Kazbek is no exception. Kazbegi mountain weather can change at any time. For this we can use the weather forecast websites, which to some extent may coincide with reality. From my 14 years of experience it does not often match and may change several times during the day. When the weather changes and visibility is less or it is difficult to understand the road in no way can be risked to begin the climb to Mt. Kazbek. In such weather, especially if we do not have a guide, it can be very dangerous for us. At such times you should definitely postpone climbing the glacier or wait for the weather to improve. It is necessary to have a GPS with us and monitor the weather forecast every minute to make sure how safe our climb to the glacier will be. By no means should we risk our lives. Because the danger is less and even many inexperienced people manage to climb. Of course, I will repeat that having a guide is very important, because no one knows when we may face difficulties and if we do not have a guide, it will cause a lot of problems. At this time we must definitely have very good quality proper climbing gear to help us in times of difficulty and it is very important for the ascent of Mt. Kazbek. We also need to know in advance all the necessary information, which is an important component to have a successful climb to the Kazbek mount. Our MTA agency will help you to get all kinds of information to explain every detail of the route and you can also rent all the necessary equipment of the best brands.
Trekking of the foot of Mt. Kazbek is not difficult, rated at a PD. It is mostly glacier walking. Mount Kazbek is a very popular mountain to climb.
We organize expeditions to Mount Kazbek since 2008. The size of a group meets international standards and does not exceed three people per guide. Our mountain guides have excellent experience and work with us for 15 years.
The ascent of Mount Kazbek usually takes 4 or 5 days with its acclimatization day from meteo station, It is just hiking, not to difficult to climb, but in case of bad weather condition we add extra day for the same price.
Mt. Kazbek altitude is 5054 m.
Everything what is needed for the climbing of mount kazbegi, you can see on our website and write to us. We have great brands of equipment. In case of advance reservation discount is possible.
It is essential to have the best equipment when climbing, without which it is simply unthinkable to climb a mountain safely. You should know in advance what you need during the expedition, or contact us and we will be happy to provide you with all the necessary information about what you need during your expedition and what you should be informed about.
Season 15 begins and I have gained quite a lot of experience on all the necessary details of climbing the mountain.
Now I will talk about mountain gear: first of all it is necessary to have the equipment of the best brands. In our agency we have equipment of world leading brands such as: Petzl, Mammut, Salewa and many others. We never risk or endanger people’s lives to save money and bring poor quality equipment to the agency. Doing so will not hurt us, but endanger the lives of people we will never do.
A list of required mountain equipment, what is needed for Mountain Kazbegi, can be found in the section on our site: climbing equipment rental. Then email us or at least 1 month before you arrive, as it may be possible to book the equipment you need. When the season is at its peak, we have too many groups, at which time pre-booking is necessary as there may no longer be a sufficient amount of equipment. So I recommend you write to us in advance. In addition, we have been in relationships with many companies for 15 years and they know that we always have the best choice. They even call or write to us months in advance and I consider it my obligation to have the best choice for them always. Also keep in mind that for our groups who are planning an expedition from us, we always make the best discounts for them. So buying the whole package with us costs you much cheaper than anywhere else.
Climbing to Mt. Kazbek definitely requires physical strength and it is better along with this if you have experience in mountaineering and climbing. This will definitely help you to successfully complete your expedition to Mt. Kazbek.
Day one:
Or with your help you come to Kazbegi, in particular to Stepantsminda, it does not matter from any airport or Tbilisi, or also from Vladikavkaz, you come to Stepantsminda and first of all you stay. Basically everyone is looking for a guesthouse or hotel through booking.com, those who are visiting Georgia in particular for the first time. Many have already visited here for the second or more time, they have already found their favorite place and pre-booked accommodation. Even in this case we can help you and choose the best guesthouses or hotels. Basically now they like to stay in cottages. It certainly depends on the taste and I think the cottage will make you feel more like the beauty of the mountain. I also always try to stay in one of the cottages when I travel. In addition, I think it is better if you stay in houses that can offer food. It will cost you less and you will see with your own eyes if you like how traditional dishes are prepared in the family and you can also ask the host to take part in the preparation of the dishes. It will make your days here very beautiful and you will be very impressed.
The process of being in the mountains is very pleasant, and at the same time, those who come from big cities and end their tiring living conditions for a while, it is more special for them to return with such impressions, whose pleasant memories you will leave in life.
I will talk now and share a lot of useful information with you, how to prepare and plan your expedition to climb to mt. Kazbek.
Mount Kazbek climbing season is ideal during the period between June to October. Any individual or a group of individuals who are interested in climbing to Kazbek may contact us and we will be very happy to organize the expedition for you! MTA-Mountain Travel Agency is a specialist in providing and designing expeditions to the mountains of Kazbek, Ortsveri, and Chaukhi. We approach each customer individually and will be ready to satisfy every need of every person who would like to book an expedition with us.
Georgia mountaineering expeditions is very popular and every season more and more tourists come to climb Mt. Kazbek. For this reason we organize open expeditions, where everybody can join and pay less then for private tour.
Advance payment of 300 EUR as a reservation fee will have to be transferred into our bank account. The transfer has to be made in advance.
400 EUR are paid when we meet at our climbing company’s office.
The price includes:
The professional guide’s service.
General climbing equipment rental.
Meteo station overnight in tents.
1 extra day in case of bad weather.
Transfer to/from Sameba Trinity church.
In the case of an emergency, the rescue team will always be ready to help as well as helicopter services are also available if it will be necessary.
The price does not include.
Transfers from and to airports.
Cooking services and meals can be prepared.
Extra climbing equipment.
Horse for your luggage.
meals.
Cash can be used in order to cover all rental charges or alternatively Visa or Master card can also be used.
Mount Kazbek climb is the main activity that we specialize in. This is why we always pay strong attention to the security that has to be provided to every customer that we serve. Safety is the top priority for us. We make sure that every single effort is given to provide our valuable and beloved customers with the highest level of security. Our mountain guides who will accompany you along the way know the area exceptionally well. They are all certified and passed the tests for providing first aid. They are all certified climbers hence they will provide the maximum assistance during the climb to the top of Mount Kazbek.
The rate of successful climbs to the top of the mount Kazbek is very high, but it always depends on the weather conditions. This is why we recommend arriving during the climbing season. We can also provide our customers with plenty of other services that include booking hotels and tickets, making transfers from/to the airport and to the capital. We can supply horses to carry your luggage, provide help in selecting the right guest house, make reservations in advance to stay at meteo station and plenty of other staff. All in all, we are ready to listen to every wish and desire of our beloved customers and make their wishes come to fruition.
We can offer the best prices in the region, so everyone can hope on getting the best value for money that can be found out there! We also can offer enormous amount of other, alternative services. Therefore, during your ski touring holidays you can always rely on other packages that we can offer that will be tailored to your specific needs and desires!
All that is left for you to do is to book the tour with us and you will never be disappointed. This is probably the best time that you might have. If you like to explore something new, push the boundaries to the limits and above, enjoy magnificent, rocky mountains views then this is the tour for you! This is completely different compare to any standard excursion! The trip will energize you and leave unforgettable impressions of one of the most beautiful places in the world! Apply for a tour right now and buy a tour with a discount.
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