Mountaineer Nikoloz Phaliani Dies During Expedition on Ushba

29-Year-Old Mountaineer Nikoloz Phaliani Dies During Expedition on Ushba

The death of 29-year-old mountaineer Nikoloz Phaliani during an expedition on Ushba has been reported by his family members and friends. The tragic incident occurred today, May 22.

According to the Emergency Management Service, four people were moving on foot on Ushba when one of them fell from a height. A helicopter from the Border Police took part in the rescue operation for Nikoloz Phaliani and his companions.

"Firefighters-rescuers, as part of the rescue operation at an altitude of 3,600 meters, safely evacuated three individuals into the helicopter and located the body of the deceased," stated the Emergency Management Service.

Nikoloz Phaliani, a mountain guide, adventurer, and internationally certified alpine guide from Mestia, regularly organized adventure tours in the mountains and glaciers of Svaneti.