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Greater Caucasus

The best mountain hikes in the Greater Caucasus

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Want to explore more of the mountains? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in the Greater Caucasus to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in the Greater Caucasus.

Last updated: October 6, 2025

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1. Kazbegi Glacier – Cafe 360° loop from Gergeti

15.3km

07:25

1,250m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Pass at 4,550 m – Summit of Mount Kazbek loop from Gergeti

12.9km

10:02

1,310m

1,300m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Mestia Cross Viewpoint – View of Mount Ushba loop from Mestia

15.0km

06:27

1,350m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. View of Mount Kazbek – Gergeti Trinity Church loop from Stepantsminda

15.9km

07:00

1,220m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5. Small Restaurant – Trail to Shkhara Glacier loop from Ushguli

19.5km

05:47

550m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Mountaineering loop from Terskol

18.3km

06:28

1,060m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Gergeti Trinity Church – View of Mount Kazbek loop from Stepantsminda

6.56km

02:39

440m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8. Mount Elbrus (west summit) loop from Terskol

4.91km

04:07

550m

Expert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. Gergeti Trinity Church loop from Stepantsminda

8.09km

03:15

510m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10. Mountaineering loop from Mazeri

7.72km

02:43

350m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best mountain hikes in the Greater Caucasus

1. Kazbegi Glacier – Cafe 360° loop from Gergeti

2. Pass at 4,550 m – Summit of Mount Kazbek loop from Gergeti

3. Mestia Cross Viewpoint – View of Mount Ushba loop from Mestia

4. View of Mount Kazbek – Gergeti Trinity Church loop from Stepantsminda

5. Small Restaurant – Trail to Shkhara Glacier loop from Ushguli

6. Mountaineering loop from Terskol

7. Gergeti Trinity Church – View of Mount Kazbek loop from Stepantsminda

8. Mount Elbrus (west summit) loop from Terskol

9. Gergeti Trinity Church loop from Stepantsminda

10. Mountaineering loop from Mazeri

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