5-days Ararat trekking tour

This program of Ararat trekking is perfect for travellers who not only aim to conquer the majestic Mount Ararat, Turkey's highest peak, but also wish to explore the fascinating sights nearby.

The adventure includes a four-day trek on Ararat, culminating in a rewarding summit experience. After descending and returning to the town of Dogubayazit, the starting point for all Ararat trekking tours, we will visit the remarkable Ishak Pasha Palace and explore sites connected to the legendary Noah's Ark.

Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Dogubayazit
Our team will welcome you at the airport in Igdir or Agri. Upon arrival, we will take you to Dogubayazit, the town that is the starting point for all Mount Ararat expeditions.
Upon arrival, you will check in to your hotel in Dogubayazit. In the evening will be organized a short briefing with your mountain guide, who will provide you with the necessary information about trekking on Mount Ararat and answer all your questions.
Dinner at a restaurant in Dogubayazit.

Day 2: Ascent to Ararat Camp 1
The day we will start from a nutritious breakfast at a hotel. Then we will pack our luggage in minibus (things which are not necessary during trekking we can leave at the hotel) and drive near to Cevirme village, located at the foot of Mount Ararat. When we reach the starting point of the Ararat hiking, porters will put on horses our luggage, food and camping equipment, and walk to the campsite, for all our stuff be delivered before we come. We will take lunch packets and our small backpacks and start ascent to Ararat Camp 1 located at an elevation 3200 m. Depending on the pace of the group we should reach the campsite within 3-4 hours. On the campsite we will set up our tents and then we can rest, drink tea or coffee and eat small lunch which will wait for us in kitchen tent (fruits and snacks).
At the evening hot dinner (soup, second dish and salad) will be served.
Overnight on the Ararat Camp 1.

Day 3: Acclimatization on Mount Ararat
In the morning we will eat good breakfast on the campsite. Then we will take the most necessary equipment and lunch packets to our small backpacks, and we will start trekking towards Ararat Camp 2, located at an elevation 4200 m. We should reach the campsite within 4-5 hours. After the break for resting we will return to Ararat Camp 1, where some snacks, fruits and hot drinks will be served. On the afternoon we can relax.
At the evening, like on previous day, we will have hot dinner.
Overnight on the Ararat Camp 1.

Day 4: Ascent to Ararat Camp 2
In the morning we will prepare our luggage for porters can put it on the horses. Then we will eat breakfast and start the ascent to Ararat Camp 2, located at 4200 m. Within 4-5 hours we should reach the campsite. There we will set up our tents, drink hot tea or coffee, and eat something. The afternoon we can spend relaxing and preparing our personal equipment for the ascent to Ararat summit on the following day (we can check our crampons, headlamps, ect).
Hot dinner will be served earlier than on the previous days, as we should go to sleep early, to be rested before ascent to the summit of Ararat.
Overnight on the Ararat Camp 2.

Day 5: Trekking to Ararat Summit (5137 m), return to Dogubayazit
We will wake up long before sunrise (usually about 1-2 am) and eat something. Then we will take necessary equipment, thermoses with hot tea and lunch packets and we will start the ascent to Ararat summit. We should reach peak of Mount Ararat within 5-7 hours, depending on weather conditions and the pace of the group. It may be necessary to use crampons on last 200-300 meters before summit. On the summit we will have some time to celebrate and take photos. Afterwards we will descent to Ararat Camp 2, where meal will wait for us. We can rest about 1-2 hours in our tents. Then we will pack our luggage and walk down to the point where minibus will wait for us (on the way we can make a short break on the Camp 1). We will return to Dogubayazit, to our hotel. At the evening we will have dinner in one of local restaurants.
Overnight at a hotel in Dogubayazit.

Day 6: Sightseeing of Dogubayazit area
Last day of our tour we will few interesting places located close to Dogubayazit. First we will drive to Ishak Pasha Palace - one of the most important palaces in Ottoman history, built in 17th century.
Then we will visit Durupinar site (a ship-shaped area that some people believe could be the "footprint" of Noah's Ark).
The last point of our tour will be Meteor Crater, located just next to the border crossing with Iran. It is the second largest meteor crater in the world, after the largest one in Alaska.
Then we will back to the town for lunch. On the afternoon those who want can go to Turkish bath (Hamam).
Overnight at a hotel in Dogubayazit.

Day 7: Departure
In the morning you can enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel.
Later we will arrange your transfer to the airport for your return flight, ending your unforgettable trekking adventure on Mount Ararat.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.