As an experienced operator on Mt Elbrus, Summit Expeditions are renowned for combining the highest quality guiding, luxury mountain infrastructure and pre-climb training & support. Together this provides our climbers with the foundation for a safe, comfortable and successful trek to the summit of Europe’s highest mountain.

Mt Elbrus is a beautiful and challenging mountain for all avid adventurers and a logical next step after Kilimanjaro for those attempting the Seven Summits or Volcanic Seven Summits mountaineering challenges. Join Summit Expeditions on our next Mt Elbrus climb and discover why we are the top expedition company on the mountain.

• What's Included in the Standard Package?

  GUIDES & SUPPORT TEAM
  Summit Expeditions team leader, supported by a team of certified and English speaking mountain guides.
  
  FOOD & BEVERAGES
  This is a full board expedition with 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch & dinner), plus a celebration dinner after our summit day, along with unlimited filtered water.
  
  ACCOMMODATION
  Premium hotel pre/post trek and comfortable mountain huts during the trek.
  
  SNOW CAT ON SUMMIT NIGHT
  Optional use of a snowcat on summit day, which reduces trekking time by 3-4 hours and saves a lot of energy.
  
  GLACIAL TRAINING COURSE
  We will teach you the basic techniques for glacial travel, including climbing in crampons and self-arrest with an ice axe.
  
  TRANSPORTATION
  Transfers to/from the airport and all road transport within the itinerary.
  
  PERMITS & DOCUMENTATION
  All entrance fees and trekking permits.
  
  EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
  Satellite phone and first aid equipment in case of emergencies on the mountain.

• What's Excluded from the Standard Package?

  - Tips for the local support team
  - Additional snacks and drinks that you would like to have over and above the meals provided.
  - Entry visas to Russia.
  - Any personal items for trekking, hiking and sleeping (i.e. sleeping bags). Most of these items can be rented for an extra charge.
  - Personal medical & travel insurance (mandatory requirement).