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The Caucasus is an amazing place. The legendary peaks of Elbrus and Kazbek crown the local ranges, united into mountain systems - here the Greater and Lesser Caucasus begin. Looking at the snow-covered rocky slopes supporting the sky, you feel all the power wildlife. The Caucasus is a rather harsh mountain, in winter, five meters of snow falls on the passes here, and in summer the heat is up to thirty degrees. Numerous hiking routes in the Caucasus are very diverse and at the same time not easy. Mountains and passes attract both experienced tourists and those who are just beginning to explore the wonderful world of tourism. Alpine meadows here alternate with turbulent mountain rivers, carrying their foamy jets into the real foothill jungle. Stunning colors and amazing silence are the visiting card of these places, and here, in the Caucasus, you can really enjoy both in full.

There are several features of hiking in the Caucasus. First, let's talk about the weather. The rains here in summer are rarely prolonged, but they come often, and sometimes it happens every day. A windbreaker is a must, and a raincoat too. If the sun shines, then it shines so that be healthy, especially at altitude, so do not forget to take sunscreen with you so as not to burn yourself too much. Good weather that lasts a week in a row is rare in the Caucasus, but it happens. In addition to everything, there are no problems with water in the Caucasus, there are many springs and rivers that we will sometimes cross.

Secondly, I will mention a slight feeling of hunger. We usually carry all the products with us, since there is nowhere to buy them on most routes, and since you can’t take much on yourself, otherwise you just won’t go, you have to take into account the number of products per day compared to the same Crimea. A vicious circle - the loads in the Caucasus are large, you will want to eat a lot, but you won’t take much with you, in general, it will be possible to lose another kilogram.

Hiking in the Caucasus we usually go for 9 and 12 days. And here you need to be strong in spirit and realize that you have to go to the end. Because there is simply nowhere to get off here on the route. There are mountains around. To get off the route, the whole group will have to leave and stomp to the nearest village, and this is often a couple of days' journey in order to leave those who wish to end the journey prematurely there. But, I will add that we have a couple of not very difficult routes, especially for beginners - along Tkhachs in Adygea and along the Kodori Gorge in Abkhazia.

Let me remind you that we have routes that go along the border and nature reserves. This imposes its own characteristics on hiking, nature reserves as nature reserves, but border guards need to issue permits for some routes in advance, for Russians a pass is issued a month in advance, for citizens of other states two months before the hike, we issue passes, you only need your data. Well, that's all, good trips!

The beautiful Caucasus attracts tourists from all over the world with its beauty and wealth. And this region is especially dear to us, because the history of the Peak tourist club began here in 2005: our group traveled a 120-kilometer route from Arkhyz to Krasnaya Polyana. Everything changes with time, routes are updated, new ones appear, but you will always find some interesting hiking trips in the Caucasus mountains in our plans.

Tours to the Caucasus from St. Petersburg

The most popular route for hiking in the Caucasus mountains in Soviet times was the so-called All-Union route 30 from Adygea. They began to master it in the mid-30s. The journey took about 20 days. It started at the base "Gornaya" in Adygea, and ended on the Black Sea coast in Dagomys with an ascent to the Fisht glacier.

Here you can find one of the varieties of this journey through the Caucasus - a tour of Adygea with an ascent to Fisht.

In addition, the Peak Tourist Club has mastered many other areas of this magical land and offers you hiking and climbing the Caucasus Mountains for every taste.

Therefore, if you still do not know what kind of vacation in the Caucasus to choose and where to go, join our friendly company.

From the Russian side of the Caucasus range, we lead groups in several directions. Hiking in the Caucasus Mountains in the Arkhyz region is divided into two types: one tour is more physically difficult (Arkhyz's Blue Necklace) and a simpler, but contemplative Creative Arkhyz with rest in tents and songs by the fire.

A very popular route through the Caucasus in the Elbrus region with climbing the highest mountain in Europe - Elbrus. To participate in the ascent, it is highly desirable to have hiking experience. In the near future, we plan to lead groups along easy routes in the area of ​​the Bezengi alpine camp.

From foreign countries Caucasian ridge we arrange .

An extremely popular and not very difficult route in Abkhazia, which is suitable for beginner hikers. A good end to this hiking trip across the Caucasus will be two days on the Black Sea coast.

Thought out and launched an interesting high mountain route travel to Georgia. The main part of the route will pass through Svaneti, by the end of the trip the group goes to the sea.

Hiking in the mountains of the Caucasus: geography

In order to understand the scale of those places that we call the Caucasus, we will study their location in more detail. In addition, if you are planning a hike in the Caucasus and do not know where to go, this information will be useful to you.

The Caucasus lies between the Azov, Black and Caspian Seas and consists of the Main Caucasian Range and adjacent regions of the North and South Caucasus.

The North Caucasus is mostly flat areas. This includes the Kuban and Ciscaucasia, bounded on the west by the Sea of ​​Azov and Kerch Strait, and from the east by the Caspian Sea. The entire North Caucasus is the territory of Russia.

The South Caucasus, or Transcaucasia, is the territory of such countries as Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan. In the north, Transcaucasia borders on Russia, and in the south on Iran and Turkey. This region has long connected East and West, trade routes between the Near and Far East and Europe ran here.

The Central Caucasus is the most mountainous, and therefore attracts fans of extreme adventures. The highest peak of the Caucasus is Mount Elbrus (5642 m). This extinct volcano has two peaks, covered with non-melting snow caps. We offer mountain hikes in the Caucasus with climbing Elbrus for beginners and experienced tourists.

Elbrus - this is the name of the area from the western foot of Elbrus to the Chegem River in the east. This is the territory of Kabardino-Balkaria, represented by many high mountain ranges. Hiking tours in the Caucasus in the Elbrus region are often of increased complexity and require endurance and hiking experience from tourists. Here you can meet the most beautiful gorges and waterfalls, and on higher approaches - glaciers.

The Western Caucasus is more gentle than the Central. Here the highlands are combined with forest landscapes and valleys. Trekking in the Western Caucasus is the best way to visit the majestic mountains for the first time. It is here that beautiful Abkhazia is located, which is always glad to meet travelers. Read reviews about holidays in Abkhazia on the page describing this trip.

What awaits you during a hike in the Caucasus? Nature, relief, population

A beautiful mountainous region, the center of Soviet tourism and mountaineering, the Caucasus is a place that is impossible not to fall in love with. One of the versions of the etymology of this word is the Scythian combination of words, which in translation means “sparkling with ice”. The Caucasus Mountains are quite young, which means they are steep and high: sheer walls of rocks, sparkling glaciers, cold lakes of cosmic blue color, stone piles. At the foot of these grandiose mountains are alpine meadows with flowers, herbs, and stormy rivers.

Very rich in vegetable and animal world this edge. Many endemics (species characteristic only for this habitat) live here. And this is not surprising, because several climatic zones are located in a small area at once. The space from the broad-leaved forests of the foothills to the snow caps of the peaks is home to a variety of animals, trees, and herbs. More than 6,000 species of plants grow in the Caucasian expanses, each of which chooses its own height and suitable climate. On the slopes of these mountains you can see wild boars, mountain goats, chamois, roe deer. It is said that there is a lynx in the mountains, but our groups have never met this cautious animal.

The inhabitants of these parts are amazing and beautiful. We, people with a backpack on our backs, more than once managed to experience their cordiality and hospitality.

Living in Russia and not seeing these mountains is a big crime. Therefore, urgently pack your backpack, buy a ticket and go on a trip to the Caucasus with the PIK tourist club.

More information about the prices of tours to the Caucasus in 2019, as well as reviews and routes can be found in the relevant sections of the site.

By day Instructors List of things Cost Org.Information Reviews

Day 1 Pyatigorsk – Arkhyz “Ice Farm”

Group meeting in Pyatigorsk. Transfer in the vicinity of the Arkhyz village - the tent camp (height 2070 m) in the first days will be in a secluded place not far from the "Ice Farm" at the foot of Mount Sofia with views of the waterfalls. We examine the surroundings of the camp, meet at a large fire. And the "Ice Farm" has a small shop, a cafe and a bath - if you wish, you can go there.

Day 2 Radial exit: Sofiyskoye saddle pass 2558 meters

Exit lightly to the Sofiyskoe saddle pass (2558 m), from where beautiful views of mountain waterfalls and the valley of the Kizgych river open up.

Day 3 Radial exit: Irkiz pass 2880 meters - Upper Sofiyskoe lake - Lower Sofiyskoye lake - Kolyaush pass - Upper comma lake

Today we will slightly increase the height taken - we will visit the Irkiz pass (2880 m), climbing there through 2 lakes - Upper Sofia and Lower Sofia (or Aimatly-Jagaly), and descending through the Kolyaush pass and Lake Upper comma between the peaks of Peshtera and KCHAO.

Day 4 Radial exit: climbing Mount Chegetchat 2963 meters

Our first ascent to the top of Chegetchat (2963 m) - a stunning panorama of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges opens up from the top. It is easy and takes about 5 hours.

Day 5 "Ice farm" - Dukka lakes - Arkhyz village

This morning we will collect the camp, the transfer will take us to the beginning of the trail to the Dukka Lakes - a pair of pretty turquoise mountain lakes, which, however, is a feature of local reservoirs. And then we will see a beautiful waterfall, and we will also reach the village in Arkhyz - now he will live in a tent camp near the village. In the evening we will taste trout in a local cafe and go to the bathhouse.

Day 6 Free day

On this day, we can just relax using the services of the local population, which offer a choice of various entertainments - rafting, horseback riding, quad biking, etc. And it's time to buy souvenirs, mountain honey and teas from Caucasian herbs. You can go to ancient settlements or take an excursion to the astrophysical laboratory - the largest center of ground-based astronomical observations in Russia. If the weather is good at night, then there is a great chance to look through the telescope at the stars and planets!

Day 7 Transfer Arkhyz – Pyatigorsk

This is the final day, we are gathering and saying goodbye to this hospitable place. We leave for Pyatigorsk, and there we say goodbye to each other (or maybe goodbye? ;))

The hike is conducted by guides of the tourist club

Dmitry Chesnokov

Included in cost:

• consultation assistance of the organizer in organizational matters at will (purchase of tickets, booking accommodation, purchasing insurance, equipment)
• use of group equipment
• a place in a tent (the organizer provides only 4-person tents, a 2-person tent can be rented)
• providing the group on the route with gas and water
• 3 meals a day (except meals in a cafe)
• all planned transfers on the route
• public first aid kit and repair kit
• registration with the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia
• group leader services

The price does not include:

• tickets to the meeting point
• visiting sights along the route (optional)
• rental of personal equipment (sleeping bag, rug, backpack, trekking poles)
• insurance with tracking option (ask the manager or arrange it yourself)
• visiting cafes / canteens / restaurants (dinner 5 days, lunch and dinner 6 days, lunch 7 days, the average bill is about 200-400 rubles, depending on the ordered dishes)
• bath (optional)
• additional unscheduled transfers on the route
• accommodation in hostels / hotels before or after the route

The meeting of the group will take place in the city of Pyatigorsk near the hostel Central (Karl Marx street, 4) at 11:00 on the first day of the program.

Children from 9 years old can participate. The upper age limit of the participant is determined individually.

Seven day hiking trip to Big and Small Thach- well suited to start exploring the mountains of the Caucasus, it is quite accessible and very picturesque route. The name of the mountain Big Thach is associated with God. Tkha - in Adyghe means God. You can also find mountain names such as "young God" or " sacred mountain"The Thach massif is located on the border of Adygea and the Krasnodar Territory. highest point Our route will be Mount Big Thach, its height is 2368 m, and the length of the wall is 10-12 km. The Big Thach Natural Park is included in the list of the World Wildlife Fund by the International Wildlife Fund. natural heritage. And that means there is something to see! These are bizarre rocks, alpine meadows with medicinal plants, caves and eternal snows, stunning mountain panoramas, this is an opportunity to see wild animals - chamois, mountain goats, hares.

If you go here in May, it will be almost summer-like warm and green, only in some places we can come across the remnants of snow - pieces of winter in the middle of the Caucasian summer. In summer we will enjoy flowering, and in autumn we will delight our eyes with the crimson and ocher of deciduous forests.

Departure point: Mineralnye Vody 11:00 (railway station)

Arrival place: Mineral water 16:00 (railway station), 16:40 (airport)

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Trekking "Teberda-Arkhyz"- this is the choice when you want to spend a few days away from civilization among the mountain beauties. On this trip to the Caucasus Mountains, we will overcome several passes, visit centuries-old glaciers, breathe in the aromas of coniferous forests and alpine meadows, see picturesque alpine lakes and swift mountain rivers. We will visit several climatic zones, we will see peacefully grazing herds and try the real Caucasian ayran. The route passes through sparsely populated areas and connects two popular Caucasian resorts - Teberda and Arkhyz.

The route is not difficult, but at times we will have to climb up to 1000 m, so good physical shape will not be superfluous on the hike from Teberda to Arkhyz.

Max Height - Mint Loam (3003 m)

Departure point: Vladikavkaz (railway station) until 11:00

Arrival place: Vladikavkaz (railway station) 16:00

Upcoming tour dates:

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• 29.08-06.09.2020
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The Republic of Ingushetia is the smallest and youngest subject of Russia. At the same time, it is located in the heart of the Greater Caucasus Range and has a very ancient history. Ingushetia is called the country of mountains and towers, which is displayed on the coat of arms of the republic. The very name of the Ingush, "galgay", is translated as "inhabitants of the towers", "builders of the towers". For thousands of years this region has been inhabited by people, and some of the buildings date back to the 2nd-3rd millennium BC. Among the majestic white hats of the Caucasus, the Ingush built their guard fortifications, erected fortresses and houses. An important point of the Silk Road passed through this land, a lively trade was conducted here, which contributed to the development of tower architecture in this remote area. Amazing end! Here Islam borders on ancient pagan sanctuaries and the oldest Christian church in Russia. All this is surrounded by majestic mountains, snowy views of the five-thousanders of the Caucasus and Kazbek itself open up! The whole region is strewn with ancient monuments, among which tower complexes proudly rise up.

Price: 10500 rub

Departure point: Adler railway (until 12:00)

Arrival place: Adler railway(around 15:00)

Upcoming dates:

• 01.05-09.05.2020

An interesting and uncomplicated route for the May holidays in sunny Abkhazia, which is perfect for beginners, children and those who do not like a lot of km and kg)))

The route is distinguished by the absence of difficult transitions and high passes, an abundance of radial exits and a variety of attractions. We are waiting for only 2 days of trekking with a backpack, the rest of the transitions are radial exits light. The heights at which the hike will take place are about 600 m, so the mountains will already have time to warm up, bloom the spring greenery, and the snow will only decorate the peaks towering above the valley.

The Kodori Gorge is a river valley in Abkhazia, not far from Sukhum, one of the most picturesque and interesting places in the Caucasus! Our hiking in the Kodori Gorge very full of sights and pleasant surprises! It passes through picturesque valleys, along turbulent rivers and gorges, high waterfalls and deep caves await us on the way, the second largest in Abkhazia Mountain Lake Amtschel; we will see the mysterious dolmen and the once impregnable fortresses that stood on the path of the Great Silk Road, go down to the bottom of the canyons, admire the peacefully grazing herds in the meadows and the golden trout in crystal clear waters, and those who wish can go fishing on the lake or in the mountain stream, because the bite here is excellent !

At the end of the mountain part of the hike, we will have a day when, for an additional fee, those who wish can go on a real caving trip in wetsuits to the Shakuran cave, or raft on the Kodor River - whatever you like, and if you don’t want any of this, we just let's walk around the neighborhood.

Finally, we will remove all fatigue after the hike in hot thermal springs Kyndyg and in the Black Sea. And, of course, we will not leave the cultural part - we will walk along the pearl of Abkhazia, the New Athos complex.

Welcome to the picturesque mountainous Abkhazia!

Hike cost: 11000 rub

Departure point: Krasnodar (until 10:00)

Arrival place: Sochi (14:00)

Upcoming tour dates:

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"Thirty"- probably the most popular and most beautiful tourist route of the former USSR, and maybe even the whole world :)" Route 30 "passes through the Western Caucasus, where you can see the transition from low-mountain wooded ridges to majestic mountains covered with powerful snow caps, glaciers, subtropical moist forests are located on the southern side of the Main Caucasian Range.In the lowlands where the water has time to warm up, you can swim mountain rivers filled with water from melting glaciers on the Fisht and Oshten mountains.

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Caucasus - hiking

The Caucasus is located on the territory between the Black, Caspian and Seas of Azov, on the border of Europe and Asia. It consists of the Main Caucasian Range and adjacent regions of the North and South Caucasus. The North Caucasus is flat (Kuban) and foothill (Civcaucasia) lands, they are entirely part of Russia. South Caucasus - divided between South Ossetia, Georgia, Azerbaijan and Armenia.

The Central Caucasus is the highest and most inaccessible region, the heights exceed 5000 m. The graceful lines of the thinly carved peaks of the Caucasus with a bright firn cover at their foot delight the eye with a wonderful combination of colors. Mount Elbrus (Mingi-Tau) - is rightfully considered the pearl of the Caucasus, its height is 5642 m. Elbrus is also the highest peak in Europe. It is a two-headed cone of an extinct volcano. Elbrus is a very popular place among lovers of serious climbing.

Elbrus region - this is how the name of the part of the Greater Caucasus, located from the western approach to Elbrus to the Chegem River basin in the east, has developed in the tourist environment. Represents a chain the highest peaks located on the territory of Kabardino-Balkaria. The Elbrus region is decorated with magnificent gorges at an altitude of 2 thousand or more meters above sea level. Above 3500 m there are glaciers. From 3500 to 2100 m there are a lot of beautiful waterfalls. Many rivers of Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia originate from glaciers. Hiking in these places is difficult and requires good physical and moral preparation from the participants.

The Western Caucasus is a very picturesque area, despite the fact that the mountains are lower here. Calm valleys, riot of forests and greenery. Glaciers here practically descend with their tongues into the upper reaches of the valleys. The tops have outlines of sharp teeth and a peak. The average height of the passes is 3000 m. This system combines mountain and forest landscapes with rocky peaks and towers covered with glaciers and snowfields. For example, the hike "Through Lago-Naki to the Sea" is moderately difficult, it is best suited for the first acquaintance with the Caucasus Mountains.

Abkhazia - located in the Western Caucasus, is famous for its stunning peaks, vast meadows, wild forests, the unique alpine lake Ritsa, and Caucasian hospitality. Here is the huge Arabica plateau, which gave the name to one of our hikes in the Caucasus, on which there are many caves. Routes in these parts will be of interest to lovers of new and untraveled trails. They are quite complex, because involve significant elevation changes, you need to wade through thickets and windbreaks.