Mt. Elbrus may be well-known to 7-Summit peak-baggers as the highest peak in Europe, yet  to many of you to whom the mysteries of high altitude mountaineering revealed themselves on Kilimanjaro, and whose inquisitive, adventurous minds yearn for more…Russia’s

 

 


Journey to mysterious Russia with Dream World Adventures
Mt. Elbrus expedition 2010
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The time has arrived and Mt. Elbrus awaits!! For those who may not know, the name Mt. Elbrus was derived from the Persian word ‘Alborz’, which is a legendary mountain in Persian mythology that means ‘high guardian’ and high guardian indeed it is because its Western summit, at an altitude of  

5 642m, is the highest peak in Europe – one of the famed 7 Summits of the World!

Numerous glaciers flow down from the icy dome of Elbrus, a dormant twin-peaked volcano situated in the central Caucasus Range that rises up between the Black and Caspian Seas and divides Europe from Asia.  These icy slopes make for an enticing and challenging ascent that is often underestimated due to Elbrus falling short of Mt. Kilimanjaro’s height of 5 895m…its unpredictable weather and severe cold forcing many an adventurer into submission.

 

This August we venture forth once more to partake of the breathtaking beauty of the Caucasus Range and witness the wonders of Moscow’s Red Square and possibly also enjoy St. Petersburg’s scintillating sights.

Further variations such as Valley-trekking add-ons before the Elbrus climb begins or time in magical St. Petersburg are also possible, provided they can be synchronized with flight schedules and with the itinerary and framework of the remainder of the group.

 

 

WHEN WILL THE EXPEDITION BE ?

05 – 16 Aug 2010 (12 days in total)

 

 

WHAT WILL THE COST BE?

From R23 750-00 *

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* NB: The above prices are per person sharing and have been calculated at R7.50/US$, based on an 8 member expedition.
Prices are subject to change due to exchange rate fluctuations and other factors beyond our control.

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO BE PART OF THIS ADVENTURE?

Should you wish to put together a group for alternative dates or join this expedition, please drop us an e-mail as soon as possible indicating your interest so that you can be included provisionally until such time as you have confirmed your booking with us.

Kindly include the following personal information on this e-mail:

  • Your full names (as per passport)

  • Address

  • Contact telephone number/(s) &

  • Previous mountaineering / hiking experience

 WHAT IS INCLUDED IN OUR PACKAGE PRICE?

  • Accommodation in Moscow : 2 nights on a bed & breakfast basis

  • Return economy domestic flights between Moscow and Mineralnye Vody

  • All required road transfers

  • Mountain permits, registration & permission to enter the border region

  • Return cableway and ski lift tickets on Mt. Elbrus and Mt. Cheget (1 ascent each)

  • Accommodation in the Baksan Valley : 4 nights on a half board basis (breakfast & dinner)

  • Bistro meals in the Baksan Valley : 3 x lunches

  • Accommodation on Elbrus : 3 nights in Blue Hut (no need to carry tents!)

  • Russian Visa (Dream World Adventures will obtain a visa on your behalf if you reside in South Africa – for those outside SA, all necessary formalities will be handled in order to assist you with obtaining a visa in your country of residence)

  • Russian mountain guide during the expedition

  • Tour coordinator from Dream World Adventures for the duration of the trip

  

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN OUR PACKAGE PRICE?

  • International flights (our itinerary has been based on using Qatar Airlines as carrier due to a more favourable flight schedule.  We would be happy to assist in making these arrangements on your behalf.  Egypt Airlines is a more affordable option, yet provide less favourable schedules)

  • Hotel meals not specifically mentioned above

  • Excess baggage charges on domestic flights

  • Meals & cooking equipment (including gas canisters) while on Elbrus

  • Incidental expenses incurred on the mountain (eg; hitching a ride on a snow plough, hiring of ropes etc)

  • Any additional accommodation in the Baksan Valley or on Elbrus other than the nights specified above

  • Sightseeing activities or local tours in the Baksan Valley, should time allow and which require specific entry fees

  • Sightseeing activities or local tours in Moscow (and/or St. Petersburg) which require specific entry fees

  • All drinks, curios and items of personal nature

  • Travel Insurance

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Expeditions of this nature require months of planning and accordingly, we wish to finalize the travel arrangements by the end of May and look forward to hearing from you with your expression of intent in the coming weeks.

 

Regards,

 

Dream World Adventures


 


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