Acclimatization Bezengi B

The AlexClimb Russia climbing schedule (Classics of Bezengi, variant B, 2020):

Educational (acclimatization) program "Classics of Bezengi" with MCS AlexClimb and Bezengi Guides

Program "Classics of Bezengi" is available on the reservation at least 90 day prior the trip - special permission needed for entering the border area.

Day 1 - Arrival, meeting in Nalchik, transfer to the Alpine camp "Bezengi 'accommodation in comfortable double rooms with all amenities. Dinner in the dining room climbing camp
Day 2 - getting used to the routine of camp - an early rise at 7:30 am, breakfast. Induction training, selection of equipment, fees, and access to training for ice climbing - ice slopes Mizhirgiyskogo glacier. In order to get to the place of employment you will have to climb to 800 meters above the camp (the path), which takes an average of 2.5 - 3 hours leisurely walk. Get ready for the fact that this output you will have to carry a backpack with equipment weighing about 10 kg. Training on the ice involves getting the basic skills of ice climbing, movement on steep or vertical ice, use ice tools and cats, the basic safety equipment. In Alpine camp back in the evening, dinner and rest, exchanging impressions of actively conducted by the day.
Day 3 - Breakfast, induction training, fees and access to training for rock climbing - this day is physically more lightweight than the previous workout is divided into two blocks - before and after lunch (lunch at the camp). Walk on the rocks is not necessary - a 15-minute walk from the camp there is a fitted jumpers climbing sector in which it is possible to find routes to suit all tastes. On this day you will meet with the peculiarities of climbing on granite rocks, the organization and provision of insurance on a rocky terrain.
Day 4 -Early in the morning we start scramblimg up the slope, right on the opposit side of the Bezengi valley. If we got lucky with the weather - the crazy views of the most significant mountains of the Bazengi region are guaranteered! The climb of Peak Evgenia take one long day and is not technically difficult. In the evening -gear revision for the next day - this time, our plans go as far as overnight stay in the mountains. 
Day 5 - Very early access to climbing - three in the morning. Climbing is not the technical difficulties of the equipment used only helmets and ski poles (just in case bear backpack cat). The peculiarity of this ascent is that in the absence of technical difficulties, the top Kel gives the opportunity to see three of the five thousand meters high Bezengi area - in fact it is an ideal view point, which offers a spectacular view Bezengi upper gorge. Climbing begin as early dawn to be on top of, or in close proximity to it - to see how the snow capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus are painted in crimson dawn is worth it to get up early! The descent to the bivouac, rest camps and transfer to the other side of the glacier to the foot of the peak Semenovski.
Day 6 - Again night long ascent and climbing the rocky ridge peak Semenovski. On the route of ascent require the use of ropes, harness, ice ax - the entire set of climbing equipment. From the summit offers stunning views not only on the whole "Bezengi Wall", but also the second highest peak of the Caucasus and Europe - Dykh Tau. Descent to spend the night and return to the climbing camp "Bezengi." Dinner and overnight at the base.
Day 7 - Breakfast at the Base "Bezengi" vacation, fees and leisurely departure in Nalchik.

Program Schedule

The AlexClimb Russia climbing schedule (Classics of Bezengi, variant B, 2020):

Educational (acclimatization) program "Classics of Bezengi" with MCS AlexClimb and Bezengi Guides

Program "Classics of Bezengi" is available on the reservation at least 90 day prior the trip - special permission needed for entering the border area.

Day 1 - Arrival, meeting in Nalchik, transfer to the Alpine camp "Bezengi 'accommodation in comfortable double rooms with all amenities. Dinner in the dining room climbing camp
Day 2 - getting used to the routine of camp - an early rise at 7:30 am, breakfast. Induction training, selection of equipment, fees, and access to training for ice climbing - ice slopes Mizhirgiyskogo glacier. In order to get to the place of employment you will have to climb to 800 meters above the camp (the path), which takes an average of 2.5 - 3 hours leisurely walk. Get ready for the fact that this output you will have to carry a backpack with equipment weighing about 10 kg. Training on the ice involves getting the basic skills of ice climbing, movement on steep or vertical ice, use ice tools and cats, the basic safety equipment. In Alpine camp back in the evening, dinner and rest, exchanging impressions of actively conducted by the day.
Day 3 - Breakfast, induction training, fees and access to training for rock climbing - this day is physically more lightweight than the previous workout is divided into two blocks - before and after lunch (lunch at the camp). Walk on the rocks is not necessary - a 15-minute walk from the camp there is a fitted jumpers climbing sector in which it is possible to find routes to suit all tastes. On this day you will meet with the peculiarities of climbing on granite rocks, the organization and provision of insurance on a rocky terrain.
Day 4 -Early in the morning we start scramblimg up the slope, right on the opposit side of the Bezengi valley. If we got lucky with the weather - the crazy views of the most significant mountains of the Bazengi region are guaranteered! The climb of Peak Evgenia take one long day and is not technically difficult. In the evening -gear revision for the next day - this time, our plans go as far as overnight stay in the mountains. 
Day 5 - Very early access to climbing - three in the morning. Climbing is not the technical difficulties of the equipment used only helmets and ski poles (just in case bear backpack cat). The peculiarity of this ascent is that in the absence of technical difficulties, the top Kel gives the opportunity to see three of the five thousand meters high Bezengi area - in fact it is an ideal view point, which offers a spectacular view Bezengi upper gorge. Climbing begin as early dawn to be on top of, or in close proximity to it - to see how the snow capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus are painted in crimson dawn is worth it to get up early! The descent to the bivouac, rest camps and transfer to the other side of the glacier to the foot of the peak Semenovski.
Day 6 - Again night long ascent and climbing the rocky ridge peak Semenovski. On the route of ascent require the use of ropes, harness, ice ax - the entire set of climbing equipment. From the summit offers stunning views not only on the whole "Bezengi Wall", but also the second highest peak of the Caucasus and Europe - Dykh Tau. Descent to spend the night and return to the climbing camp "Bezengi." Dinner and overnight at the base.
Day 7 - Breakfast at the Base "Bezengi" vacation, fees and leisurely departure in Nalchik.

Prices and conditions

The price of the program "Bezengi Classics 2" acclimatization, season 2020:

370 Euro * - standard group 5-12 participants
620 Euro * - mini group 3-4 participants
800 Euro * - individual program 1-2 participants
* Price per participant

You have to be ready for: 

• 2-3 days of camping life in the field conditions;
• Cooking your meals by yourself while climbing mountains;
• Carrying a 15-20 kg backpack;
• Air temperature can be down to -20°C on the altitude higher than 3000 m;

Conditions: minimum 3 participants, the passing of the  Brief AlexClimb course of mountain technique is recommended before the trip.
The price includes: Professional mountain guide services, rent of the communal equipment (ropes, belaying and navigation equipment, cooking gear), hotel accommodation, transfers from the point of the beginning of the program to its end (Nalchik), using the communal basic medical kit, local registering and climbing permits, food for outdoor part of the program.
The cost does not include: Russian visa charges*, International and domestic flight expenses** to and from the point of the beginning of the program (Nalchik), one day in Moscow if you have long transfer***, obligatory climbing insurance, rent of the personal equipment, food and drinks while being in cities, using the satellite phone.
Group capacity: 12
Guides: 2

*AlexClimb Mountain Climbing School can provide Russian Visa support for you. More information on request.
**AlexClimb Mountain Climbing School can book the flights for you.
***AlexClimb Mountain Climbing School can book hotel for you in Moscow and organize, transfers sightseeing and recreations according to your preferences - basic Moscow package cost is 270 Euro wich inclides pick up and drop off in the airport and one night in the Hotel 3*.

Detailed conditions and limitations on the program "Russia. Classics of Bezengi" can be read in the Offer section