Greater Caucasus

The Top 20 Peaks in the Greater Caucasus

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Greater Caucasus is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20 to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Greater Caucasus for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Guli Pass

View of Mount Kazbek and Stepantsminda

Mount Tetnuldi

Kasbek

View of the Caucasus Mountains and Glacier

View of Adishi and Mount Tetnuldi

View to Ushba mountain

View of Tetnuldi, Gistola, and Rustaveli Peaks

Mount Akhun

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Guli Pass
Hiking Highlight
The Guli Pass between Mestia and the Betscho Valley offers not only a wonderful view of the twin towers of the Ushba but a 360-degree panorama over the entire Upper Svaneti. The stage is long but absolutely worth it.
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Tip by Michael Aigner
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View of Mount Kazbek and Stepantsminda
Hiking Highlight
The indicated “path” back to the village is more of a slide than a path, it’s plain terrible. At places it’d be better to follow the main road, but there …
Tip by PeterM
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Mount Tetnuldi
Hiking Highlight
The Tetnuldi (Georgian თეთნულდი) is 4858 meters high and a prominent mountain in the Georgian historical region of Svaneti in the main ridge of the central Caucasus.
The Tetnuldi is …
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Tip by Knut Ursula
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Kasbek
Hiking Highlight
Mount Kazbek is the third-highest mountain in Georgia and the eighth-highest in the Greater Caucasus. The border between Georgia and Russia runs across its summit.
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Tip by Kermit
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View of the Caucasus Mountains and Glacier
Hiking Highlight
stunning, sit down and enjoy !
Tip by PeterM
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View of Adishi and Mount Tetnuldi
Hiking Highlight
Adishi village is probably the most pristine village next to Ushguli, where the only road ends. There are many well-preserved defense towers here and the path down to the village …
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View to Ushba mountain
Hiking Highlight
The whole way you always have a view of the mostly snow-covered mountain peak Ushba, which is 4710 meters above sea level.
In summer there are blooming daisies here as …
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View of Tetnuldi, Gistola, and Rustaveli Peaks
Hiking Highlight
The 4858 meter high mountain Tednuldi is a striking mountain that can be seen from Adishi and on the southern flank of which is the Adishi Glacier. The first ascent …
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Tip by Sarah
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Mount Akhun
Road Cycling Highlight (Segment)
If you're planning to explore this area by bike, on a run, or while hiking, make sure to bring your own Merlot. The region is known for its stunning views …
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