Join GMGA certified guide Mikheil in this climbing Kazbek trip. Discover an iconic summit of the Caucasus Mountains and a must-do for all adventurers visiting Georgia!
Private and Group
Caucasus
6 Days
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Open to everyone
All Levels
Climbing Kazbek (5054m), one of the most popular mountains in the Caucasus Mountains range, is a must for mountaineers visiting Georgia. Kazbek is the second-highest volcanic summit in the Caucasus and the third highest peak in the country.
The summit lies directly to the west of Stepantsminda and it is the most prominent geographic feature of the area. Moreover, Climbing Kazbek is suitable for anyone with sufficient training. You don’t have to be an experienced mountaineer or a climber to reach the summit of this amazing peak. Although a good fitness level is a must, and some prior experience is recommended.
Adventurers come every season from all around the world to reach the top of this iconic mountain in the Caucasus range. With its glacier and stunning alpine landscapes, Kazbek is bound to stun you on this 6-day guided ascent.
I have been on top of Kazbek more than 60 times. I have seen it in all conditions. I know this mountain very well and I promise you an unforgettable and safe expedition. During the expedition, we will have adequate acclimatization, I will teach you the alpine techniques required for the summit day and we’ll practise how to use the necessary technical equipment, like ice axe, crampons and ropes.
The number of people is not limited in this tour. One mountain guide can take max 3 people. The number of guides depends on the size of the group. If group consists of more than 3 people my colleague guides will be happy to join us!
Contact me if you are coming to Georgia and are thinking about climbing Kazbek, and I will be happy to guide you on a unique experience in the Caucasus Mountains!
I also manage other trips. In case you are interested in other activities or other variants of the trip, you can check them here.
– driving 2.5 hour from tbilisi, 5 hour from Kutaisi. (we will drive you to Stepantsminda from airports or from anywhere in Tbilisi and Kutaisi)
Drive to Gergeti Trinity church(2100m), walk to Betlemi hut(3650m)
– walking 6-8 hour
– Night in Betlemi hut
Acclimatization hike to Bethlemi church (4000m)
– walking 2-3 hour
– Night in Betlemi hut
Mount Kazbek summit (5054m)
– 8-12 hour ascent and descent
– Night in Betlemi Hut
Reserve day in case of bad weather
– Walk down to Stepantsminda from Bethlemi hut
– Walking 3-4 hours
– We will drive you back to Tbilisi international airport (or anywere in tbilisi) / Kutaisi international airport (or anywhere in Kutaisi).
Accommodation Guesthouse/Hotel and Mountain hut.
In case Betlemi Hut is overcrowded we may stay in a tent. |
More info Because of the terms and condition often changes, like: prices, general situation in country etc. I will send you all updated detailed info about the trip, after I receive your trip request! In case I'm not available to guide you, my certifide colleagues will be happy to guide you. In case Betlemi Hut is overcrowded we may stay in a tent. |
Meeting point Tbilisi international airport (or anywhere in Tbilisi) / Kutaisi international airport (or anywhere in Kutaisi) |
Poles
Helmet
Ice axe
Goggles
Harness
Backpack
Crampons
Sunglasses
Watter bottle
Other gear: Mounaneering boots 2 locking carabiners Headlamp Sun protection cream (50+), Sleeping bag Sleeping mat
I am Mikheil Nadiradze Professional Mountain Guide. I was born in 1991 and live in Tbilisi, Georgia. I started mountaineering from an early age and have not stopped since then. Since 2011, I was studying in ATS (Adventure Tourism School) and at the same time working as a mountain-Helliski-ski tour guide and ski teacher in Caucasus Mountains-Resorts. I was a member of the Georgian Climbing National Federation for many years and have a lot of achievements in competitions. After 2020 I'm fully certified IFMGA/GMGA mountain guide. Please read the programs down below, which I and my colleagues IFMGA/GMGA guides offer to you. for more information, please feel free to contact me. We can discuss your wishes and organize suitable tour options for you. I would be glad to be your guide and share great and unforgettable moments with you! I am always happy to help groups to climb summits in safe ways and in an enjoyable atmosphere.
Shana Vranken
5.00
June, 2022
We recommend Mikheil 100% as guide for this amazing adventure! He's very professional and has more than 10 years experience guiding people on Mt Kazbek. Before take off, he makes sure your equipment is well adjusted to the weather conditions and physical challenges you'll encounter. He checks in regularly during the hikes to see if you're okay and gives straightforward instructions, you simply have to listen! With all his care he got us safely to the summit and back down, we were more than okay. At first, Mikheil seemed to be a quiet guy but when you get to know him better you'll discover fast enough that he's super nice, really funny and if you're lucky, he might sing you a couple of songs during the hikes.. Madloba Mikheil for this crazy experience, we'll be back ;-)
Brendon
5.00
November, 2021
Fantastic guide, fantastic trip
Vyacheslav Gantsev
5.00
November, 2021
Great guy, very friendly and competent, we had great fun. Besides that, he's a photographer, so we had some other subject to talk about. Highly recommended!
Anna
5.00
October, 2021
I was ok
Grzegorz
5.00
October, 2021
Friendly, professional, full of passion.
Claudio De Bortoli
5.00
September, 2021
Misho is an experienced mountaineer, with both knowledges of uphill ski touring as downhill ski touring. His experience of the entire Caucasus mountain chain, is astonishing. Moreover he is a patient, funny and serious person.
Rana Jabre
5.00
September, 2021
My friends and I spent the most challenging, amazing days in Kazbek mountain. Misho was our guide and he was very professional, responsive and exceptionally well organized. His instructions were very clear. I look forward to booking another trip with Misho in the future.
Aliya
5.00
September, 2021
Mikheil is competent and knowledgeable as a guide. He explained everything before climbing, organized everything perfectly, and helped during climbing. I think I could haven’t climbed to the top without his moral support.
Philippe
5.00
August, 2021
Mikheil is a great guide, professional and attentive. We feel safe with him all along the trip. He gives good advice and knows very well the mountain. Plus, Mikheil is a really cool guy.
Hugo de Gérauvilliers
5.00
August, 2021
Misho is the best guide you can hope for. First, he knows the mountain, knows how to handle it and is attentive to his crew. In other words you feel safe, and despite the trip being demanding you never feel he pushes you out of your reach. Second, he’s a great person to spend time with, friendly fun and interesting, making the human part of this trip was at least as good as the adventurous one.
Karol Adamski
5.00
June, 2021
Miho is profesional guide.All way up and down He Was concentrate on safety of all Group.Thanks for all
Daria
5.00
June, 2021
Misho is really nice and understanding guide!
Michal Matuszewski
5.00
April, 2021
It was a great adventure to go there with Misho. Real professional and great companion (which is important when you spend several days with someone you don't know). Next time we go to Georgian mountains - only with Misho!
Christian Fetscher
5.00
March, 2021
Mikheil was a great guide that took the physical condition of each participant into consideration. He is highly skilled and a fun person to be around. I can recommend a tour with him 100%
Marcin
5.00
November, 2020
Great guide, proffesional, caring for sure will use his services again.
Keto Puturidze
5.00
July, 2020
I couldn’t ask for a better guide for this particular trip. Since this was my first time climbing Kazbegi Mountain, Misho made sure it was an amazing and unforgettable experience! His calm and persistent attitude never let us have any doubt in his professionalism
Vladimir
5.00
July, 2020
Misha is professional and good fancy boy with perfect skiing experience and sense of humour
Aka Gelashvili
5.00
July, 2020
Misho is very knowledgeable, encouraging and always puts safety first. He also has great stories and it's very interesting to communicate with him. Besides Kazbegi trip, I also had similarly positive experiences with him on a number of ski touring trips that he guided. Highly recommended!
Jan Pietrusiński
5.00
October, 2019
Safe,proffesional and in positive vibes
Magda Chu
5.00
October, 2019
Misho is a very professional guide. Not only experienced and well prepared but also flexible. Can easily adjust to client's needs.
Basti
4.00
September, 2019
It was my first try of a 5000 Meter mountain. He was great with giving me great advice.
Jan Haanes
5.00
May, 2019
Mikheil is a friendly, caring and responsible guide. No problems in any way. We did not reach the summit, but did an honest attept - we had to turn due to diffucult conditions and a responsible evaluation by Mikheil. Thanks for å nice tour and company!
Vladislav “tyger”Martynek
5.00
October, 2018
Mikheil is enthusiastic young and funny guy. He thinks a lot about the surrounding weather and terrain conditions. This is crucial for guiding different types of clients. We had very good time together, he took us also for local specialites and explained us a lot about Georgian culture.
Lauren
5.00
September, 2018
Together with Misho, we reached the summit of Mt Kazbeg in September 2018. It was an amazing experience for all of us and we are looking forward to the next (Mt Elbrus!). PS: Thank you, Misho, for the summit video in which we looked like penguins, great souvenir
Bogdan
5.00
September, 2018
Great guide, very helpful, funny, he knows very good the mountains. Highly recommended!
Roxana Vatrici
5.00
August, 2018
Misho is a wonderful human. Talking about life and nice things during our trip. I liked a lot how he guided us through our journey, with attention and a good vision of what could happen…
Tibor Cipka
5.00
August, 2018
Misho is an experienced and very nice guide. We had a great time together in Kazbegi. Despite the fact we didn`t achieve the summit I appreciate his decision to turn back due to the serious avalanche risk. This gives me an opportunity to get back again :) Highly recommended.
Tomek
5.00
July, 2018
Good guide!
Dawid J
5.00
April, 2018
Misho is very friendly guy and very good skier. He has skills and experience in guiding people safe into high mountains. He knows the mountains in his region as his own pocket, and I will definitely go on tour with him again.
Tina
5.00
April, 2018
Nice and professional person
Wiktor Laba
5.00
April, 2018
Not only know where to go and useful tips but can evaluate a risk. Great fun and adventure:)!!
Elene Malashevski-Jakeli
5.00
September, 2017
Mikheil is super friendly, fun, caring and very supportive person. He is very experienced guide and pays attention to the smallest details. Being on a tour with him means a lot of fun, safety and pleasant experience of the mountain. He is always planning the trip very carefully and observes every detail in the surrounding environment and tour participants to evaluate the situation and make wise decisions. Safety is the first for him and I learned a lot during this expeditions. I’m very pleased and thankful, that I had this wonderful experiences!
Ann V
5.00
July, 2017
Mikheil was the best! Experienced, well trained, and fun, he made out summit of Kazbegi an unforgettable experience. I would gladly do another tour with him as our guide!
Georges Saado
5.00
August, 2016
Mikheil is a great mountain guide, he can guide during all the seasons. Very well experienced and skilled. Planning to climb other mountains with Miky
Group of 1 | EUR 1660 Each |
Group of 2 | EUR 1135 Each |
Group of 3 | EUR 980 Each |
Group of 4 | EUR 928 Each |
Group of 5 | EUR 928 Each |
Group of 6 | EUR 908 Each |
Group of 7 | EUR 877 Each |
Group of 8 | EUR 825 Each |
Want a different number of travellers?
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Transportation start and back
- Transport during the trip
- Luggage transfer
- Mountain guide expenses
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Group equipment rope
Price includes:
- Guiding fee (6 days with IFMGA/GMGA guide).
- Transport to the start of your trip
- Accommodation (1 night in a very hospitable hotel in Stepantsminda, 4 nights in Bethlemi hut).
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner (delicious food in Stepantsminda and on Bethlemi hut)
- Transport during the trip
- Group equipment (rope, ice crews... and all the necessary inventory whatever the guide
should have)
- Mountain Guide's expenses.
Price does not include:
- Flights
- Personal equipment
- Visa fees
- Porters
- Personal insurance
- Personal expenses
- Personal drinks and snacks
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