Day 1
01Welcome and equipment check
Meet at the Stepantsminda office, check the climbing equipment with the guides, and settle into a comfortable guesthouse.
Mount Kazbek · overview
About Mount Kazbek & Ortsveri Expedition
The six-day itinerary combines the 4,365-metre Ortsveri with Mount Kazbek at 5,054 metres. It is designed around existing groups of at least six people, professional guidance, equipment preparation, and a reserve day for weather.
Mount Ortsveri acclimatization climb
Gergeti Glacier and Kazbek route
Small-group professional guidance
Reserve day included
Mount Kazbek · itinerary
Full itinerary · Mount Kazbek & Ortsveri Expedition
The itinerary is adapted from the supplied Mount Kazbek program and arranged in the TAF Travel format.
Day 2
02Sameba Trinity Church to Meteo Station
Transfer to Sameba Trinity Church and begin the climb toward the Meteo Station with your guide. The group travels with small packs while the main luggage is supported.
Day 3
03Acclimatization at 4,000 metres
Climb toward 4,000 metres for acclimatization. The guides teach the use of the climbing equipment before the group returns to the Meteo Station to rest.
Day 4
04Mount Ortsveri and the Plateau
Ascend Mount Ortsveri at 4,365 metres. After returning, continue across the glacier route toward the Plateau in preparation for Kazbek.
Day 5
05Mount Kazbek summit attack
Start early, around 2:00 a.m., for the summit attempt. The ascent takes about six hours, followed by a descent to the Meteo Station.
Day 6
06Descent to Stepantsminda
Descend from the Meteo Station to Stepantsminda. A reserve day is held in the program in case weather requires a change to the summit plan.
Mount Kazbek · tour inclusions
What is included · Mount Kazbek & Ortsveri Expedition
- Professional IFMGA mountain guide
- Equipment check and climbing preparation
- Guesthouse accommodation in Stepantsminda
- Horse transport for one-way luggage support
- General climbing equipment
- Overnight stays in tents
- Reserve day for bad weather
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Personal equipment rental beyond the general set
- Meals or accommodation not listed in the final itinerary
- Personal expenses and tips
Route-specific equipment
Pack for this itinerary, not a generic mountain.
Kazbek routes include glacial terrain, rope skills and fast-changing Caucasus weather. Personal technical equipment differs by program even when general gear is included. This checklist follows the selected route, season, accommodation, and published inclusions. Read the four categories separately: bring, consider, provided, and confirm or rent.
Essential personal equipment
- Passport and a copy stored separately
- Travel insurance that covers the route, rescue and evacuation where relevant
- Personal medication and any prescription details
- Comfortable daypack for water, layers and personal essentials
- Water bottles or hydration system sized for the day
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Sun hat, high-SPF sunscreen and lip protection
- Glacier glasses or ski goggles with reliable UV protection
- Waterproof jacket and overtrousers
- Layered clothing with a warm mid-layer and insulated jacket
- Warm hat, neck protection and gloves with a spare pair
- Mountaineering boots compatible with the confirmed crampons
- Crampons only when the guide confirms snow or ice requires them
- Ice axe when required by the confirmed snow and ice route
- Mountaineering helmet when required by the guide
- Climbing harness for confirmed glacier or rope travel
- Spare walking socks and a dry base layer
Recommended or optional
- Cold-rated sleeping bag for high camps; confirm the comfort rating with the team
- Insulated sleeping mat when the route does not include a mat
- Gaiters for snow, wet grass and loose ground
- Thermos for early starts and cold camps
- Small summit pack with water, layers, food and essential safety items
- Dry bags or waterproof protection for clothing and electronics
- Personal energy snacks for long walking or summit days
- Light shoes or sandals for accommodation and rest
TAF Travel provides or arranges
- Professional mountain guide, equipment check and glacier-safety training
- Guesthouse, Meteo Station or tent accommodation stated in the selected Kazbek route
- One-way horse support for luggage only on routes where the program lists it
- General climbing equipment only where the selected Kazbek program includes it
- Tent accommodation and a weather reserve day where listed
Rent or confirm with the team
- Crampons, ice axe, helmet, harness and personal glacier equipment for the selected Kazbek route
The list is based on the published itinerary and included services. Weather, snow, access, and the guide’s final equipment check take precedence.
Not verified in the published program — ask TAF Travel before buying or packing it.
2027 departures
2027 departure dates for Mount Kazbek & Ortsveri Expedition
Existing groups only. We do not assemble open groups for this tour. Minimum group size: 6 people. Select a listed date to start a reservation inquiry. We will confirm availability with you before any payment.
Mount Kazbek · Georgia
Plan your Mount Kazbek ascent.
Existing groups only. We do not assemble open groups for this tour. Minimum group size: 6 people. Tell us your preferred route and date. This is a reservation inquiry, not an upfront payment.