5-Day Mount Elbrus Tour with Canyons, Lake Gizhgit and Chegem

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Ride the Elbrus cable car up to 3,850 m from Polyana Azau
• 02 Explore Tyzil Canyon, known as the "Cabardian Jungles"
• 03 See the blue waters of Lake Gizhgit among the rocks
• 04 Travel the highland road of Aktoprak Pass along an ancient Silk Way route
• 05 Visit the beautiful Chegem Gorge with its amazing waterfalls and local goods market

Discover Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe, and explore the dramatic landscapes of the Elbrus region over five days. Ride the cable car from Polyana Azau up to 3,850 m, with the opportunity to continue to 4,800 m by snowmobile in good weather conditions. Along the way, take in the beauties of Baksan Gorge, Tyzil Canyon, Lake Gizhgit, Aktoprak Pass, and the Chegem waterfalls.

Discover Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe, and explore the dramatic landscapes of the Elbrus region over five days.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Pyatigorsk, Mount Elbrus

Languages English, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mount Elbrus Cable Car Experience

Take the cable car up Mount Elbrus to an altitude of 3,850 m, with the opportunity to continue to 4,800 m by snowmobile in good weather conditions.

2

Day 02

Tyzil Canyon and Waterfalls

Explore the beautiful Tyzil Canyon, known as the "Cabardian Jungles," where many waterfalls and striking rock views will leave you with unforgettable emotions.

3

Day 03

Lake Gizhgit Among the Rocks

Visit Lake Gizhgit, a blue lagoon among the rocks, known for its beautiful scenery and best views.

4

Day 04

Aktoprak Pass Highland Route

Travel along Aktoprak Pass, the road of highland horizons and an ancient Silk Way route.

5

Day 05

Chegem Gorge and Waterfalls

Visit Chegem, a beautiful gorge with amazing waterfalls and a distinctive market of local goods.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• National park fee
• Water bottles and drinks

What's Not Included

• Cable car fee
• Paragliding and snowmobile activities
• Food

What to bring

• Bring items according to the weather conditions and your optional activity plans, as discussed.

Know before you go

• This is an 11+ hour trip.
• For travelers with cardiological diseases, the cable car ascent is not recommended.
• There may be vehicle bouncing on off-road route sections.
• Weather conditions change frequently.
• Airport transfer can be arranged if needed.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Pyatigorsk, Россия

Tour start

Azau, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Россия, 361616

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.