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7 hours
Daily Tour
30 people
English
Mount Ararat (5137m) is the highest peak in Turkey and Europe. It is a volcanic mountain made up of basalt, which changes to andesite lava around 4000 m. At the summit there is a glacier, and on the eastern slope is the Serdarbulak ridge, with Kucuk (Little) Ararat at 3896m. The height of Mount Ararat, along with its glaciers, geological formations, people, and mountain meadows covered snow has an alluring, almost magical appearance. Turkey’s highest mountain Ararat, has a legendary status due to its geologic location and the fact that it is believed to have been the final resting place of Noah’s Ark. This peak, mentioned in the Bible, has several names in different languages, the main ones being Ararat, Kuh. Climbers staying atDogubeyazitcan make their final preparations for climbing here and continue by car to the village of Eli. After getting water here, the first campsite, which is at 2800 m, takes 7-8 hours to reach. On the second day, after a 4-6 hour climb, one can expect to reach the next campsite at around 4200 m. It is obligatory for climbers to be equipped with crampons, rope and ice-picks. It takes about 8-10 hours to reach the MountArarat Summitand to return to the first campsite at 2800 m. In order to climbMount Araratand / or Little Ararat, permission is required and it is mandatory that climbers begin their journey from the following points. Ascents of Mount Ararat can only be attempted on the portion of the face that is within the district boundaries Dogubeyazit, and must follow the Dogubeyazit – Topcatan village – cevirme vilage route. Ascents up Little Mount Ararat may only be made along the northwest face. The easiest route in terms of communication and accessibility, and the most commonly followed one, is the southern route. Summer Ascents: Sleeping bags made for temperatures of -5, -10 ºC, anorak, wind jacket, other camping gear and important supplies.
Arrival in Doğubeyazıt
We meet you at Ağrı or Iğdır, or Van Airport and transfer directly to Doğubeyazıt. Overnight stay in a comfortable hotel.
Transfer & Trekking to Base Camp (3200m)
After breakfast, transfer by minibus to Çevirme village (2200m). Begin trekking for 4–5 hours to the Base Camp at 3200m.
• Meals: Lunch & hot dinner
• Overnight stay in tents at Camp 1 (3200m)
Acclimatization Trek
After breakfast, start trekking at 9:00 am. A 3–4 hour hike from Camp 1 (3200m) to 4200m for acclimatization. Rest for 1–2 hours, then descend back to 3200m.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch & hot dinner
• Overnight stay in tents at Camp 1 (3200m)
Trekking to High Camp (4200m)
After breakfast, trek for 3–4 hours to reach Camp 2 (4200m).
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch & hot dinner
• Overnight stay in tents at Camp 2 (4200m)
(We recommend sleeping early to prepare for summit day.)
Summit Day (5137m)
Climb starts very early at midnight (1–2 am). After 5–7 hours, reach the Mount Ararat summit (5137m). Afterwards, descend back to Camp 2 for rest, meals, and packing, then continue down to Camp 1 (3200m).
• Meals: Lunch & hot dinner
• Overnight stay in tents at Camp 1 (3200m)
Descent to city
After breakfast, descend to Çevirme village (2200m) and transfer back to Doğubeyazıt. Rest at the hotel, shower, and the free time
• Overnight stay in a comfortable hotel
Doğubayazıt Cultural Tour – Free Day Program
After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our Doğubayazıt cultural tour.
The program includes visits to:
• İshak Paşa Palace
• Hani Baba Museum and Mosque
• İshak Paşa Castle
• Meteor Pit near the Iranian border
• Noah’s Ark Site
After the cultural tour, we continue to Diyadin Hot Springs, where guests can enjoy swimming and relaxing their feet in the natural thermal waters.
At the end of the day, we gather for a group meal at a local restaurant. During dinner, all participants will receive a Mount Ararat Climbing Certificate.
• Lunch: at a restaurant
• Dinner: at a restaurant
• Overnight: comfortable hotel accommodation
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Van, Iğdır, or Ağrı Airport for your flight home.
End of program.
