URCAREA MUNTELUI ARARAT
15
km
Distanță
7
zile
Durată
Doar pentru cerere individual sau pentru un grup privat -
URCAREA MUNTELUI ARARAT
7
days
15
km
1/3
dificultate
2/4
confort
Despre program
Ararat is one of the most famous and popular mountains at elevations of over 5000 meters. Its height is 5137 m, and its peak is covered in ice. Climbing Mount Ararat is quite suitable for novices because it presents no technical challenges. The service level on our tour is the highest possible in the region: transportation of luggage and personal belongings by mule, chef services. Everything from airport pickup to airport dropoff is included.
Începere:
Aeroportul Iğdır (IGD) sau Aeroportul Van (VAN)
Final:
Aeroportul Iğdır (IGD) sau Aeroportul Van (VAN)
Язык: русский, ангийский
NIVEL DE DIFICULTATE
The program does not involve backpack-laden treks. Accessible to any regular person. No climbing experience required.
CAZARE
1-star hotel, tents in a base camp Vizualizați Foto
MÂNCARE
Includes full board (3 meals a day) on the route and breakfast at the hotel.
Puncte de atracție
Ce vei face?
We will sample Turkish dishes: kebab, Abdigor meatballs, Imam Bayildi stuffed eggplants, Turkish sweets, and tea
We’ll visit a Turkish bath.
We will visit Ishak Pasha Palace - a grand Ottoman-period palace that is second only to the Istanbul Palace in size
We will climb to the top of Mount Ararat, elevation 5137 m.
Descriere pe zile
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Zi 1
Meeting day.
We meet you at the Iğdır city airport (IGD) at the appointed time. The transfer to Doğubayazıt takes about an hour. Hotel check-in, checking gear. Resting after the flight. Dinner together at a Turkish restaurant. You can also fly into Van airport (VAN), but it is farther away (the transfer takes 2.5 hours) and requires additional payment for the transfer (see the Additional Services section).
Zi 2
Hike to Camp 1.
Transfer to Cevirme village at an elevation of 2200 m, where our route begins. We will load our backpacks and food onto horses and walk unburdened. Today we will ascend 1000 m. The hike will take us 4-5 hours. We will set up our tents at the campsite. The chef will prepare dinner.
Zi 3
Acclimatization.
Acclimatizational ascent to an elevation of 4200 m and return to Camp 1. We will bring along small backpacks with lunchboxes and thermoses. The whole hike up and back will take about 6 hours. Today we will reach an elevation of 4000 m for the first time. However, because of the temperate climate and good trail, we should be feel greating! Return to Camp 1. Dinner.
Zi 4
Hike to Camp 2.
Today, we will gather up our things and move to Camp 2 at an elevation of 4200 m. All the items will be delivered by horse. We will set up tents at Camp 2. Early bedtime to rest up for our climb.
Zi 5
Climbing Mount Ararat.
We will wake up at 1 a.m. We will have breakfast and get ready for our climb. The hike to the top takes 5-7 hours. After the climb, we will descend to Camp 2, have lunch, and rest. After that, we will continue down to Camp 1.
Zi 6
Descent. Turkish bath.
Descent to the spot where our trek began, and transfer to Doğubayazıt. Checking into our hotel. After lunch, we will head to the Turkish bath (if desired). Dinner at a Turkish restaurant.
Zi 7
Ishak Pasha Palace and departure home.
We will visit the main attraction of the area—the enormous Ishak Pasha Palace, built on the Silk Road near the Iranian border. You will have time to visit the palace if your flight is in the evening. If needed, you can book your return flight for any time that day or the following day.
INCLUS ÎN COST:
- English-speaking support at all stages up to the end of the tour
- Services of a professional mountain guide
- Personal airport pick-up and drop-off at the end of the program (Iğdır Airport)
- All transfers according to the program
- Accommodation in a 1-star hotel in (2 nights, double occupancy) and in tent camps along the route
- Three meals a day on the route (with cook services) and two breakfasts at the hotel
- All group equipment (ropes, gas, kitchen, etc.), as well as a tent and sleeping mat
- Transportation of personal and group equipment by mules
- Permit fee
- Excursion to the Ishak Pasha Palace
- Summit certificate for climbing Mount Ararat
NU ESTE INCLUS ÎN COST:
- Flight to Iğdır Airport (IGD) or Van (Van)
- Personal equipment and clothing (list is below)
- Tips for guide and staff (expected that guides and cooks each receive 50 EUR or more from the group)
- Hammam after Climb
- Lunches and dinners in Doğubayazıt
Informații
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BILETE DE AVION
You need to fly into Iğdır Airport (IGD) or Van Airport (VAN). There are several flights per day from Istanbul to these cities. Please check that your transfer from your international flight to the domestic flight takes place in the same airport (Istanbul has two!) or take the time required to travel between airports into account. Ask our managers - we will help you select the optimal flight option and, if necessary, we will help you purchase the ticket.
REGULI DE INTRARE ÎN ȚARĂ
Citizens of many countries require no visa to enter Turkey. There are currently no restrictions on entering Turkey, including those related to COVID-19.
ASIGURARE
You will need to obtain mountaineering insurance with a minimum coverage of 35,000 USD. The insurance must cover potential expenses for emergency medical care, including hospitalization; search and rescue in the mountains in case of an emergency (including helicopter evacuation); medical transportation; and repatriation to your permanent place of residence. You can arrange this insurance through us (see the "Additional Services" section).
ÎMBRĂCĂMINTE OBLIGATORIE
Mountaineering boots
Lightweight shoes
Softshell pants
Lightweight athletic pants
Shorts
Shell jacket
Down jacket (minimum rating -15°C)
Polartec 200 fleece jacket
Heavy thermal underwear (top + bottom)
Lightweight thermal underwear (top + bottom)
Trekking socks (2 pairs)
Thin socks (3 pairs)
Warm hat, fleece is suitable
Cap or wide-brimmed hat
Fleece or windstopper gloves
Buff scarf
Lightweight shoes
Softshell pants
Lightweight athletic pants
Shorts
Shell jacket
Down jacket (minimum rating -15°C)
Polartec 200 fleece jacket
Heavy thermal underwear (top + bottom)
Lightweight thermal underwear (top + bottom)
Trekking socks (2 pairs)
Thin socks (3 pairs)
Warm hat, fleece is suitable
Cap or wide-brimmed hat
Fleece or windstopper gloves
Buff scarf
ECHIPAMENT OBLIGATORIU
- Main backpack or duffel, 80+ liters
- 40-50L backpack
- Rain cover for the backpack
- Sleeping bag (comfort rating -5°C)
- Thermos (at least 1 liter)
- Headlamp with 3-4 batteries inside + 3-4 spare batteries
- Sunglasses (minimum category 3 protection with side shields)
- Telescopic trekking poles
- Compression sack for sleeping bag and packing clothes
- Water bottle (1-1.5 liters)
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+), small tube
- Waterproof document pouch
- Personal hygiene items
- 40-50L backpack
- Rain cover for the backpack
- Sleeping bag (comfort rating -5°C)
- Thermos (at least 1 liter)
- Headlamp with 3-4 batteries inside + 3-4 spare batteries
- Sunglasses (minimum category 3 protection with side shields)
- Telescopic trekking poles
- Compression sack for sleeping bag and packing clothes
- Water bottle (1-1.5 liters)
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+), small tube
- Waterproof document pouch
- Personal hygiene items
SERVICII SUPLIMENTARE
Transfer from/to Van
If you are arriving or departing through Van Airport, a transfer will be required. The price is for one-way.
Climbing insurance
Mountaineering insurance with helicopter evacuation - available at your request
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