Mount Ararat Summit Trek – 7 Days, Guided Tour

Mount Ararat Summit Trek – 7 Days, Guided Tour

SKU: AG-0702
HAN: AG-0702
Category: Trekking-Reisen

2.340,00 €

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Numerous myths surround this mountain. The most famous comes from the Bible: Noah is said to have landed his ark on it. Its Kurdish name is “Çiyayê Agirî‎,” which roughly translates to “the fiery mountain.” A fitting name, considering it is a volcano. With its impressive 5,165 meters, Ararat is the highest mountain in Turkey.

During the summer months, the summit ascent is relatively straightforward, making it accessible even for climbers who are not yet very experienced but are looking for a unique goal for their trekking adventure. Nevertheless, very good fitness and sure-footedness are required. Experience the highest mountain in Turkey in a small group led by a German guide and a local mountain guide. Up to Camp 2, you will follow narrow trails. To keep backpacks manageable and avoid carrying tents and the kitchen tent ourselves, pack animals accompany us. On summit day, you will additionally need crampons to reach the peak over the flat, objectively safe glacier. The descent follows the same route. After the climb, you can reward yourself with a visit to a hamam and, if you wish, explore some local sights.

On this guided mountaineering trip, you don’t have to worry about a thing! The package includes round-trip flights, accommodations, full board with drinks during the mountain tour, summit permit, all necessary transfers in Turkey, and various entrance fees.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – International Flight and Transfer
International flight to Van with Turkish Airlines. By minibus, you and your group travel to Dogubayazit, with a stop at the Muradiye Waterfalls. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will meet with your German and local guides to discuss the tour and have dinner together.
Meals: D

Day 2 – Ascent to Camp 1 at 3,200 m
After breakfast, drive to the starting point of the mountain tour at 2,200 meters. Then the climb begins. After four to five hours, you will reach Camp 1 at 3,200 meters. Pack animals carry part of your gear, allowing you to enjoy the lush highland meadows along the way. In the evening, the kitchen team serves a delicious regional dinner in a large tent. Sleeping is in 2-person tents. As you might expect, the camp is relatively comfortable, and an additional tent is provided for bathroom use.
Hiking time: 4–5 hours; ascent: 1,000 m, distance: approx. 13 km; Meals: B/L/D

Day 3 – Acclimatization up to 3,800 m
Today is dedicated to acclimatization. After breakfast, we ascend to approximately 3,800 meters and then return to Camp 1. Dinner is shared together, and overnight is in the tent again.
Hiking time: 6 hours, ascent: 600 m, descent: 600 m; Meals: B/L/D

Day 4 – Ascent to Camp 2 at 4,200 m
After breakfast, we load the pack animals and continue toward Camp 2. After many switchbacks, we reach Camp 2 at 4,200 meters. A hearty dinner prepares us for the next day. Excitement builds. Overnight is in the tent.
Hiking time: 5 hours, ascent: 1,000 m; Meals: B/L/D

Day 5 – Summit Day at 5,165 m
Shortly after midnight, we start our ascent to the summit of Ararat. For the last meters, we use crampons. After four to seven hours, we reach the top. What a moment! After a pause at the summit, we descend to Camp 2, rest briefly, and then continue down to Camp 1. Here, we have time to enjoy a meal and celebrate our success before falling asleep tired but happy.
Hiking time: 10–11 hours, ascent: 965 m, descent: 1,965 m; Meals: B/L/D

Day 6 – Descent and Sightseeing
After breakfast, we descend the last part of Ararat to the plain. Our driver awaits to take us back to the hotel, where a warm shower and a full Turkish bath (hamam) await – perfect for relaxing tired muscles. Once refreshed, we visit the magnificent 17th-century Ishak Pasha Palace, formerly along the Silk Road and now one of the region’s most important landmarks.
Hiking time: 2–3 hours, descent: 1,000 m; Meals: B/-/D

Day 7 – Return Flight
After breakfast, a minibus takes us back to Van for the flight back to Germany.

Meals: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Special Notes:

You should have sure-footedness and excellent physical endurance to handle the technically easy to moderate mountain tours.
Some stages may last up to eleven hours (summit day).
The route mainly follows narrow paths, so you should be able to move safely and independently on different terrains such as scree, moraines, boulder fields, or snowfields.
Experience with crampons is required. An ice axe is not necessary.
Accommodation during the mountain tour is in 2-person tents (4 nights).
If participants abandon the planned climb early, they must cover any additional costs themselves.
Weather or organizational issues may cause delays, route changes, or program adjustments; costs from these are covered by the operator.
No special visa is required for entry to Turkey; only the summit permit, which is included.

Tour Information:

Duration: 7 days
Meeting point: Airport (exact location and time to be announced; possible departure airports: Stuttgart, Munich, Zurich)
Minimum participants: 4 / Maximum: 8
Included Services:
- 7 days of guidance by a German tour guide
- Mountain tour led by a local guide
- Round-trip flights (Economy) with 1x hand luggage (max 8kg) and 1x checked luggage (max 23kg)
- Accommodation:
  - 2x hotel nights in double rooms
  - 4x mountain nights in 2-person tents
- All necessary transfers
- Full board with drinks during the mountain tour
- Entrances:
  - Ishak Pasha Palace
  - Hamam visit
- summit permit
Additional Costs:
- Airport parking in Germany
- International health insurance
- Travel insurance
- Tips on site
- Single room supplement: €150
Requirements for Participants:
- Hiking/mountain hiking experience
- Good to very good fitness for stages of up to 11 hours (summit day)
- Sure-footedness
- Minimum age: 18
Required Equipment:
- Waterproof, over-the-ankle mountain boots (category B or B/C)
- Trekking backpack 35–45 L
- Complete weatherproof hiking gear according to the equipment checklist
Location: Eastern Anatolia, Turkey
Operator: abenteuerreich Erlebnistouren

Bei dieser Tour handelt es sich um eine Reiseveranstaltung.
Die Allgemeinen Geschäftsbedingungen für Reiseveranstaltungen finden Sie unter folgendem Link:

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