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Mount Elbrus
Mount Elbrus or Adyge 'Waschhemaxwe' or Karachay-Balkar is a dormant volcano situated in the western Caucasus mountain range, in the Republics of Karachayevo-Cherkesiya and Kabardino-Balkariya, Russia, near the Georgian borders.
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The mountains around Krasnaya Polyana are known for the heli skiing activity. Having the appropriate height and slopes quality, Gornaya Karousel attracts many heli skiers, ready to conquer the huge mountain.
A helicopter is the perfect mean to travel at the top of a mountain. Easy and impressive, it will transfer you to your destination, while enjoying the magnificent frozen vistas and getting ready for the descent of a lifetime.
Being a heli skier is not easy and requires excellent skiing knowledge, so it is suggested to take some lessons at the resorts school, despite the fact that you already know how to ski. It is a very dangerous sport, as there is only you against mother nature, so never try this alone.
When you reach the top, set your equipment and continue the amazing descent. The good thing is that you can do anything you want or anything that is necessary in order to avoid obstacles, so freeriding in heli skiing is essential.
Keep skiing until you see the lowest point, where you stop to catch a breath after this thrilling experience. Gornaya Karousel is a world class heli skiing destination, waiting for daring heli skiers to explore it!
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