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The majestic Ararat is the mountain that gave mankind a new chance for life. It was here that Noah's ark landed and from here mankind began to create and spread around the world again.
Climbing Ararat, you will be at the origins, and the ascent is not difficult at all (the technical difficulty is only 2, but the endurance difficulty is 5), both in terms of gradient and carrying backpacks, they will be carried by a horse, and food will be cooked by a cook. All you have to do is climb up and admire the power and beauty of the Armenian highlands from the heights of Ararat.
Below, in the tabs, are a few variants of programs, but we can develop programs for you, according to your individual request.
Tour program
Departure from Yerevan in the early morning (you can also leave from Tbilisi), still in the dark, on a picturesque road, then cross the border of Georgia, and on no less picturesque road we reach the border of Turkey, where we meet a Kurdish guide, after that, transfer by minibus to the hotel in Bayazet.
Check in to the hotel - Prepare for the start of the climb - Rest
In the morning, after breakfast, we leave for the slope of Ararat, at the height of 2200m, from where we will start our ascent to the first base camp of Ararat, at the height of 3200m. Here tents and delicious hot lunch will be waiting for us.
Last briefing before the ascent - Enjoying the views - Sleeping
Gaining altitude - 1000m
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
We start the ascent to the second Ararat assault camp. With each step the views become more and more interesting.
Tents, hot lunch and beautiful views will also be waiting for us at the assault camp.
Early bedtime, by midnight we will have to wake up.
Gain in altitude - 1000 meters
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
Leave the camp late at night (dress warmly as it can be very cold at altitude).
We will meet the dawn almost at the top, enjoying the views and beauty. A little more effort and we are on the top of the majestic Ararat at the very source. At the top, we will enjoy the power, majesty and views for about 30-40 minutes, maybe more, depending on how much time we climb.
Then, we will say goodbye to the top of Ararat and descend first to the assault camp, where we will rest, eat, load things on mules and start our descent to the base camp, where it is much warmer.
Here we will again stop for overnight stay
Gaining altitude - 950 meters
Estimated time to climb - 5-7 hours
Reserve day in case of bad weather
After breakfast we descend to Elli village, where we started our ascent to Ararat. Here we say goodbye to Ararat, load our things into the car and drive to the hotel in Bayazet (Kurdish: Dogubayazet).
After resting in the hotel we will visit the Armenian fortress Daroyink and celebrate the ascent at a farewell dinner.
Departure back to Yerevan or Tbilisi
Individual prices
| Number of people | Standart | Business | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 and more | 850 $ | - | - |
| 10 - 11 | 900 $ | - | - |
| 8 - 9 | 990 $ | - | - |
| 6 - 7 | 1100 $ | - | - |
| 5 | 1200 $ | - | - |
The price shown above for the 7 days program is lower than the price for other programs:
Cost of Climbing Ararat (5 days):
Cost of Ascent to Ararat (6 days):
In case of less number of participants the price is requested separately)
Cost of Ascent to Ararat (8 days):
In case of less number of participants the price is requested separately)
The price of climbing Ararat includes:
- All mentioned transfers
- Services of local English-speaking guides (in case of 7 days and Russian-speaking guides).
- Meals and cook for the whole time of the trekking part
- Transportation of belongings on horseback
- Hotel accommodation in Bayazet on the day of arrival and on the day of descent from the mountain (except for 5-day program)
- Tents, crampons, mats
The cost of climbing Ararat does not include:
- Airfare
- Mountaineering insurance
- Meals in cities
- Additional days in the hotel (except for the above mentioned)
- Transfers not included in the price
- Rent of personal equipment (except for tents and crampons)
- Personal expenses
- Russian-speaking guide (except for 7-day program)
| # | Date | Group size | Booked |
|---|
Pick up the participants from the hotel in Bayazet (Dogubayazet), and leave to the slope of Ararat, at an altitude of 2200m, from where we will start climbing to the first base camp of Ararat, at an altitude of 3200m. Here tents and delicious hot lunch will be waiting for us.
Last briefing before the ascent - Enjoying the views - Sleeping
Gaining altitude - 1000m
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
In the morning, after breakfast, we start the ascent to the second Ararat assault camp. With each step the views become more and more interesting.
Tents, hot lunch and beautiful views will also be waiting for us at the assault camp.
Early bedtime, by midnight we will have to wake up.
Gain in altitude - 1000 meters
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
Leave the camp late at night (dress warmly as it can be very cold at altitude).
We will meet the dawn almost at the top, enjoying the views and beauty. A little more effort and we are on the top of the majestic Ararat at the very source. At the top, we will enjoy the power, majesty and views for about 30-40 minutes, maybe more, depending on how much time we climb.
Then, we will say goodbye to the top of Ararat and descend first to the assault camp, where we will rest, eat, load things on mules and start our descent to the base camp, where it is much warmer.
Here we will again stop for overnight stay
Gaining altitude - 950 meters
Estimated time to climb - 5-7 hours
Reserve day in case of bad weather
After breakfast we descend to Elli village, where we started our ascent to Ararat. Here we say goodbye to Ararat, load our things into the car and transfer to Bayazet
Meeting participants at Van airport by local Kurdish English speaking guide, transfer by minibus to hotel in Bayazet.
Check-in at the hotel - Prepare for the start of the climb - Rest
In the morning, after breakfast, we leave for the slope of Ararat, at the height of 2200m, from where we will start our ascent to the first base camp of Ararat, at the height of 3200m. Here tents and delicious hot lunch will be waiting for us.
Last briefing before the ascent - Enjoying the views - Sleeping
Gaining altitude - 1000m
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
In the morning, after breakfast, we start the ascent to the second Ararat assault camp. With each step the views become more and more interesting.
Tents, hot lunch and beautiful views will also be waiting for us at the assault camp.
Early bedtime, by midnight we will have to wake up.
Gain in altitude - 1000 meters
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
Leave the camp late at night (dress warmly as it can be very cold at altitude).
We will meet the dawn almost at the top, enjoying the views and beauty. A little more effort and we are on the top of the majestic Ararat at the very source. At the top, we will enjoy the power, majesty and views for about 30-40 minutes, maybe more, depending on how much time we climb.
Then, we will say goodbye to the top of Ararat and descend first to the assault camp, where we will rest, eat, load things on mules and start our descent to the base camp, where it is much warmer.
Here we will again stop for overnight stay
Gaining altitude - 950 meters
Estimated time to climb - 5-7 hours
After breakfast, we descend to the village of Elli, from where we started our ascent to Ararat. Here we say goodbye to Ararat, load our things into the car and drive to the hotel in Bayazet (Kurdish: Dogubayazet).
After resting at the hotel we will visit the Armenian fortress Daroyink and celebrate the ascent at a farewell dinner.
Transfer to the airport (it is advisable to take tickets for a late flight to use this advantage as a reserve day in case of bad weather)
Ararat climbing program for 8 days with local guides and guaranteed reserve and acclimatization days (from $810)
Meeting participants at Van airport by local Kurdish English speaking guide, transfer by minibus to hotel in Bayazet.
Check-in at the hotel - Prepare for the start of the climb – Rest
In the morning, after breakfast, we leave for the slope of Ararat, at the height of 2200m, from where we will start our ascent to the first base camp of Ararat, at the height of 3200m. Here tents and delicious hot lunch will be waiting for us.
Last briefing before the ascent - Enjoying the views - Sleeping
Gaining altitude - 1000m
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
After breakfast, we will make an acclimatization ascent to about 4000m and return back to the base camp.
Gain in altitude - 600-800 m
Estimated time - 3-4 hours
In the morning, after breakfast, we start the ascent to the second Ararat assault camp. With each step the views become more and more interesting.
Tents, hot lunch and beautiful views will also be waiting for us at the assault camp.
Early bedtime, by midnight we will have to wake up.
Gain in altitude - 1000 meters
Estimated time - 4-5 hours
Leave the camp late at night (dress warmly as it can be very cold at altitude).
We will meet the dawn almost at the top, enjoying the views and beauty. A little more effort and we are on the top of the majestic Ararat at the very source. At the top, we will enjoy the power, majesty and views for about 30-40 minutes, maybe more, depending on how much time we climb.
Then, we will say goodbye to the top of Ararat and descend first to the assault camp, where we will rest, eat, load things on mules and start our descent to the base camp, where it is much warmer.
Here we will again stop for overnight stay
Gaining altitude - 950 meters
Estimated time to climb - 5-7 hours
If not useful, it can also be used for sightseeing
After breakfast we descend to Elli village, where we started our ascent to Ararat. Here we say goodbye to Ararat, load our things into the car and drive to the hotel in Bayazet (Kurdish: Dogubayazet).
After resting in the hotel we will visit the Armenian fortress Daroyink and celebrate the ascent at a farewell dinner
Transfer to the airport
What to take with you to climb Ararat
Climbing Ararat is a fascinating journey deep into historical Armenia with the opportunity to climb one of the most famous peaks in the world, more than 5000 meters above sea level. Mount Ararat is not very difficult from the technical point of view. There are no rocks, glaciers and dangerous passages. For climbing it is enough to have suitable equipment and, of course, hiking experience.
One of the most urgent questions before climbing Ararat is equipment. Using our years of experience, we have compiled a list of things necessary for climbing Mount Ararat, which will help you to find the route easier before the ascent. This list has been compiled specifically for climbing Mount Ararat. Unlike other treks, you don't need to carry much on this trek. All the heavy stuff is carried by horses. You will only need a light backpack.
Nevertheless, the list of necessary equipment should be taken seriously.
Here is the Equipment List
1. a large backpack liters 60 - 90 liters will also work as a bag, as you will not carry it on yourself. Heavy things will be carried on horses.
2. Assault backpack 35 liters. The backpack should be comfortable, with a rigid back support and a belt for even weight distribution
3. thermal underwear - regular or insulated.
4. Fleece jacket
5. Trekking pants
6. Insulated waterproof pants. Ski pants will also work
7. Waterproof membrane jacket
8. Insulated membrane jacket for climbing
9. Sun-protective cap, panama hat, or bafa
10. Warm hat
11. Sun protection goggles of at least category 3
12. Insulated waterproof gloves or mittens, ski gloves are also suitable.
13. Raincoat
14. Warm thermal socks, several pairs
15. Changing underwear and several pairs of T-shirts
16. Sturdy mountaineering boots
17. A second pair of athletic shoes
18. Flip-flops, Crocs or sneakers for camping
19. trekking poles
20. Sleeping bag at least -10 level
21. Headlamp with finger batteries and several sets of replacement batteries. (Flashlights with rechargeable batteries are not allowed)
22. Powerbank 20,000mah or more. Preferably several
23. Underwear
24. Phone
25. Documents, wallet (keep them in sturdy pouches to protect them from dirt and damp)
26. Camera
27. Swimsuit/swimwear
28. Rain cover for backpack or plastic bags for packing
29. Hygiene supplies
30. Water container
31. Hygienic lipstick
32. Sunscreen or spray with a protection level of at least 50 SPF
33. A personal first aid kit with the medicines you need.
Benefits of climbing Ararat with us
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