Travelers flock to Dombai not only in the winter season
And today tours to Dombai are no less in demand, and on the slopes you can meet many foreigners who are attracted by quite affordable prices and excellent service. Over the past ten years, Dombai has become a true gem of the Caucasus; luxurious hotels and entire complexes have been built; here you can buy mountaineering equipment and learn about the history of ascents. It is not for nothing that Dombai is considered a center of mountaineering; you can set off to conquer peaks of several thousand meters or start with relatively low heights.
In Dombai there is also a sad reminder for those who consider themselves ready to conquer the mountains – the climbers' cemetery. Over the entire 20th century, there were many climbers who were not conquered by the Caucasus. For those who are just starting their journey in mountaineering, Dombai offers services and help from experienced instructors.
Skiing and snowboarding from the top of Mount Mussa-Achitara – these are unforgettable descents, steep turns, and the best impressions that tourists bring home! On this mountain, there is an observation deck from which on a clear day you can see the peaks of the Western Caucasus.
But not only for climbers were the hotels of Dombai built. All extreme sports enthusiasts gather here, be they snowboarders, skiers, or ski jumping fans. The ski season in Dombai starts in November and ends around May, and in summer all lovers of hiking, cycling, horse riding, and simply good recreation gather here. Rafting is also popular in Dombai. Mountain rivers, though dangerous, are attractive to tourists from all over the world. Some come with their own equipment, while others use rental services – fortunately, in Dombai you can find everything for an extreme vacation.
The nature of the Elbrus region is so rich that some animals can only be found in this area and nowhere else on earth. And most of the animals of the Dombai forests and meadows are listed in the Red Book.
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