PERMIT: GEO-KB-2027-0091UIS Karst Cave Zero-Trace DirectiveACTIVE

Krubera Abyss Deep Descent

Arabika Massif, Gagra Range (Krubera-Voronya Subterranean System, Georgia (Abkhazia)) • Base Hub Surface Cave Entrance Hub (2256m)

Total Declared

2

18.8 kg gross

Return Rate

50%

1 units brought back

Verified Clearance

0%

0 ranger certified

Recovery Status

0 cases

0 retrieved

Subterranean & SpeleologyProtocol: UIS Karst Cave Zero-Trace Directive

Subterranean Speleo Cross-Section

Karst vertical shafts, siphon sumps, and deep containment chambers

Terminal Abyss Depth-2197m
YERYÜZÜ KAFKAS DAĞLARI (+2.256m)Mavi Göl Sifonu (-1.710m)Surface Cave MouthBig Cascade Shaft Camp Sandy Blue Lake Siphon Game Over Terminal Surface UIS Bio-Clearance
STAGE NODE #6Surface UIS Bio-Clearance[Surface Portal Decon]

Final official audit station. All returning gear undergoes biometric tare weighing and digital passport signing.

Elevation / Depth+2256m
Custody Requirement100% Retrievable

Route Information & Operational Protocol

Descent to Game Over terminal siphon (-2,197m). Strict containment for spent carbide, batteries, and static ropes.

Operating Season:

2027-06-01 to 2027-07-20

Authorized Operator:

International Speleological Bureau

Team Size:

14 Guides & Field Crew