3-Day Mount Bazarduzu Summit Expedition in Azerbaijan
Highlights
Baku, Quba, Khinalug
trekking, photography, camping
Group Tour
3 Days
Hard
Azerbaijani, English, Russian, Turkish
Languages
Azerbaijani, English, Russian, Turkish
Description
Embark on a challenging three day expedition to Mount Bazarduzu, the highest peak in Azerbaijan. Travel through Khinalig village, Shahdag National Park and the stunning Shahyaylag plateau while preparing for your ascent. Experience acclimatisation hikes, camping at high altitude and breathtaking views of the Greater Caucasus. Reach the summit at 4466 metres and continue to Zafar Peak before descending. This adventure offers an unforgettable blend of mountain scenery, group hiking and a rewarding summit experience in the South Caucasus.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Transport to Khinalig Village
- Depart from Baku after breakfast and drive for three hours to the Guba region.
- Complete final shopping in Guba before continuing for two hours to Khinalig village.
- Settle into the guest house and have lunch before starting an acclimatisation hike to the top of Kharibulbul at 2783 metres.
- Return to the village and spend the night in the guest house.
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Day 2: Acclimatisation Hiking and Summit Preparation
- Leave after breakfast in a 4x4 vehicle towards Mount Bazarduzu, passing through Shahdag National Park and the State Border Service checkpoint.
- Reach Shahyaylag plateau and enjoy views of several four thousand metre peaks before continuing by car to an altitude of 2900 metres.
- Hike for two hours with backpacks to the shelter located at 3250 metres and set up tents.
- After lunch, hike to 3400 metres for acclimatisation before returning to camp to rest and prepare for the summit.
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Day 3: Climbing Bazarduzu and Zafar Peak and Return to Baku
- Wake up at 04:00 and begin the ascent to the summit of Mount Bazarduzu, reaching the top in six to seven hours.
- Continue to Zafar Peak in a one hour climb before descending to the shelter in three to four hours.
- Return to Khinalig village and then drive back to Baku.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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