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Description
Embark on a 7-day adventure to conquer Mount Ararat. Trek through picturesque landscapes, ascend to challenging camps and culminate in an awe-inspiring summit at 5137m. Immerse in local culture, all supported by expert guides.
Highlights
- Ascend through Eli village to camp one amidst breathtaking landscapes
- Reach the challenging camp two at 4200m, a true mountaineer's feat
- Summit Mount Ararat (5137m) at dawn was a monumental achievement
- Experience the local culture in Eli village, a warm and genuine encounter
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1: Arrival expand_more
Arrival in Ygdyr (you can optionally pay by van, in which case the transfer is paid separately). Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 2: Eli expand_more
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to the village of Eli, followed by an ascent to the first camp (2200m). The climb takes about five hours. Overnight at camp.
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Day 3: Ascent to camp 2 expand_more
Breakfast in the morning. Ascent to camp 2, 4200m, descent to camp 1.
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Day 4: Camp 2 expand_more
Move to camp 2 (4200m), pitch tents, prepare for climbing.
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Day 5: Summit of Ararat expand_more
Early start to the summit of Ararat (5137m) and descent to camp-1 at 3200m.
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Day 6: Reserve Day expand_more
After breakfast, we pack up the camps and descend to the village of Eli, transferring to the hotel in Ygdyr. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 7: Departure expand_more
- Return to Ygdyr
What's Included
- Mountain guides (1 for every 4 climbers).
- Transfer Ygdyr-Ararat-Ygdyr.
- Hotel in Van. Accommodation in 2-3 bedded rooms. Length of stay depends on the timetable.
- Climbing permits.
- Meals three times a day throughout the trip. Dinner on the first day, breakfast on the last day.
- Mules to carry equipment to the camps. (15kg/pax).
- Equipment for the group (ropes, ice screws, radios, first aid kit, satellite navigator/GPS).
What's Excluded
- International and local flights.
- Personal equipment.
- Medical insurance for mountaineering.
- Expenses incurred due to changes in the above itinerary.
- Personal expenses (drinks, internet, telephone, etc.).
- Any costs associated with programme changes.
What to bring
- Documents:
- Passport.
- Flight tickets.
- Medical insurance.
- Personal equipment:
- Backpack. 30-50l.
- Sleeping bag, comfort temperature from -10C and below.
- Sleeping mattress.
- Trekking poles.
- Crampons.
- Ice axe.
- Clothing and shoes:
- Trekking shoes with crampons.
- Trainers.
- Waterproof layer – jacket + trousers. The industry offers a range of products from simple 5000/5000 membranes to Gore-Tex products.
- Fleece trousers and jacket.
- Thermal underwear top + bottom.
- Down jacket.
- Thick gloves.
- Thin gloves.
- Bandana (besides sun protection in the valley, it can be used to warm your neck or face in the cold).
- Warm hat.
- Warm trekking socks for the climbing day.
- Travel accessories:
- LED headlamp.
- A pair of sunglasses.
- Ski goggles.
- Thermos – 1l. Better without a button on the lid.
- Windproof mask on the lower part of the face (with some success, you can replace it with a scarf).
- Alligators.
- Sun block and lip balm.
- Chemical heating pads (not necessary, but can be very useful).
- Personal medical kit.
- Knee braces.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Persons | |
| 1 To 20 | USD 1400 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |