?️ 6-Day Mount Ararat Expedition Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Doğubayazıt & Preparation
Participants arrive at either Iğdır or Van Airport and are transferred to Doğubayazıt.Hotel check-in and rest.In the evening, a detailed briefing is given by the mountain guide covering the climbing route, safety regulations, and general expedition information.Equipment is checked and missing items are completed.
Accommodation: Hotel in Doğubayazıt
Meals: Dinner
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Day 2 – Doğubayazıt (1,550 m) → Eli Village (2,200 m) → Base Camp (3,200 m)
After breakfast, participants are transferred by vehicle to Eli Village (2,200 m).Loads are carried by pack animals, and a 4–5 hour hike begins toward Base Camp.Upon arrival at 3,200 m, tents are set up and participants rest before dinner.
Accommodation: Tent camp
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
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Day 3 – Acclimatization Hike (3,200 m → 4,200 m → 3,200 m)
To improve acclimatization, an early morning hike is made from Base Camp (3,200 m) up to 4,200 m, followed by a return to Base Camp.The afternoon is reserved for rest and recovery.
Accommodation: Tent camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
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Day 4 – Base Camp (3,200 m) → High Camp (4,200 m)
After breakfast, the team ascends to High Camp (4,200 m), a hike of approximately 4–5 hours.Upon arrival, tents are pitched and the group prepares for the summit attempt.The guide provides a final technical and safety briefing in the evening.
Accommodation: Tent camp
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
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Day 5 – Summit Day (5,137 m) → Base Camp (3,200 m)
Summit push starts around 02:00 AM.After a 6–7 hour ascent, climbers reach the summit of Mount Ararat (5,137 m) — the highest point in Turkey.After a short photo break, descent begins back to Base Camp, where participants have time to rest and celebrate their success.
Accommodation: Tent camp at Base Camp
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
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Day 6 – Base Camp → Eli Village → Doğubayazıt & Departure
After breakfast, the camp is packed and loads are carried down by pack animals.Descent to Eli Village, followed by vehicle transfer to Doğubayazıt.A short rest at the hotel and a certificate ceremony take place before transfers to Iğdır or Van Airport.
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch
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Included Services:
• Professional mountain guide and local support team
• Pack animals for equipment transport
• All meals during the climb
• Camping equipment (tents, mats)
• Airport transfers (Iğdır or Van)
• Accommodation in Doğubayazıt before and after the climb
Not Included:
• International/domestic flights
• Personal climbing gear
• Travel and health insurance
• Tips and personal expenses