is a two times Everest mountaineer and has been leading expeditions around the world for fifteen years, including the record-breaking Seven Summits Expedition in 2000. Writer, photographer and adventurer, Gavin lives in Ireland and in Kenya but now has a place in Russia ! He has been climbing and exploring Russia with Sasha and Andrey for some years now and runs Adventure Alternative, established for ten years as one of the leading expedition companies in the UK. Gavin also distributes Russian oxygen to Himalayan Expeditions.

is a Rafting Champion of Russia and our guide for all expeditions. Uniquely he is also an expert on the cultures of Russian different regions, a recognised academic on such areas as the Altai about which he has written books, aswell as representative of all that is strong and loyal and decent about the Russian character. With Gavin he has led many expeditions on Elbrus with a 100% success rate because of their joint teamwork and high professionalism. Sasha lives in Moscow with his wife Alena and family of five children.

was a renowned scientist during Soviet times and now manages the business administration of foreign visitors with an unparalleled knowledge of Russian bureaucracy. With our own tour operators license, Andrey will take care of all officialdom, visas and paperwork, and assist with Moscow tours and excursions. Excellent English and a unique sense of humour ensures a memorable introduction to Russian character !