Elbrus 15th July 2017

Elbrus South Side

Departed: 15th July 2017 – Leader: Gavin Kellett

23rd July

Acclimatisation going well with the team on Elbrus South Expedition. Very poor weather today so planning on summit attempt tomorrow on our spare summit day (Monday).
Fingers crossed

18th July

Great weather allowed the team to make good progress on the ascent of Mt Mukal, 3899m and stunning views across the Baskan Valley towards Elbrus.

From the hotel we drive as far as we can along the road up the Syltran -Su Valley to begin the trek to the peaceful Lake Syltrankel. Here we have lunch, set up camp at around 3000m and take a look at tomorrow’s climb.

After international flights, the internal flight to Mineralnye Vody, and then the drive to the Baksan Valley, it is good to get to the hotel and settle in.   The best way to get ready for any trip is always to get eating!

There are still spaces for late August – September 2017 departures – find out more here