Mt Ararat is 5137m (16854 ft). You will need a permit to climb the mountain which will be obtained for you by your guides. However, this will take a couple of months to process. In the past this was considered necessary because of the political sensitivity of the region. Such sensitivities no longer exist but the authorities decided to retain the permit system to ensure the safety of trekkers on the mountain. The climate on Ararat can be both spectacular and changeable; this clearly has safety implications. Our guides have the advantage of having spent their lives on and around the mountain. In addition, they are fully qualified and equipped to lead expeditions on the mountain as the regulations stipulate.
This is an arduous trip and is not for everybody. Pre climb training is recommended and if you are starting from a reasonably good fitness base we can advise you on a fitness programme that would cover the period required for your permit to be approved. You can not simply throw yourself at Ararat; remember, the Turkish name for Ararat is 'Mountain of Pain' for a very good reason! You need to be able to walk 10-15 miles comfortably before you take this challenge on.
We allow an acclimatisation process as altitude sickness can be a problem with some climbers. "High altitude" is defined as altitude in excess of 3000m (or approximately 10000ft). There are no specific factors such age or gender or even physical condition. Some people get it and some people don't. Most people can go up to about this level without effect but caution is important as is a steady manageable pace. This is something our guides are very familiar with and we are happy to advise you or to direct you to good sources of information.
Your luggage and all camping gear is packed on horses and mules for the trek; all you need to carry will be what you require for your immediate personal need and, we recommend, a decent capacity hydration unit as dehydration can contribute to general fatigue and the onset of altitude sickness.
For those who wish to experience the awesome, beautiful scenery of the region without the trek to the summit of Ararat, we are happy to arrange treks on foot or on horse back. There are lesser hills and peaks to see, nomadic peopl
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. Trekking Ararat
Mt Ararat is a standard four day trek, although some people manage to climb to the top in three. All measurements are estimates because distance and elevation markers do not exist. We arrange all equipment for the climb including tents, sleeping bags, pickaxe, hand lamp, mountaineering clothing and shoes. You will have a professional and certified local guide who will prepare three meals a day for you, and, of course, tea. We will also obtain all required official permissions from the state and local authorities for you. A hired 4-wheel drive truck will take us 10-15 km up the side of the mountain on a dirt road, but beyond this point, the road deteriorates too severely for vehicles. Most people start hiking from here. You must carry water filtration devices if you wish to drink from the mountain streams.
Mt. ararat guided expedition
Mt. Ararat
The ascent to Mt. Ararat. A 5 day guided tour in Turkey
The acsent from Base camp
Local transportation on the guided tour
Beautiful views on the climb to the summit
Day 1
Arrive in Van airport. You will be greeted and brought to your hotel or camp site, where you will meet your mountain guide. Dinner and overnight in dogubeyzit.
Day 2
After an early breakfast, we will we drive to the highest truck stop (approximate elevation 2000 meters/6562 ft), then begin a four hour hike that ascends about 1100 meters to Base Camp 1 (approximate elevation 3100 meters/10,170 ft.) The distance is about 8-10 km. Base Camp 1 is a green pasture with stone walls to shield tents from the wind. Dinner and overnight in your tent.
Day 3 - High altitude acclimatisation day
A climb to 4200 metres then return to base.
Day 4
A steeper six hour hike to Base Camp 2 (approximate elevation 4200 meters/13,780 ft). The distance is 10 km. Circular clearings among the rocks provide our tent sites with a natural wind shield. Melted glacier water runs freely near the campsite. Dinner and overnight in your tent.
Day 5
The climb from Base Camp 2 to the summit (elevation 5137 meters/16,854 feet) is 6 hours. We usually start this ascent at 2:00 am. Crampons and an ice axe are needed for the final hour of ascent. Most people return to Base Camp 2 by 11:00 am, pack, and descend to Base Camp 1. Dinner and overnight in the tent.
Day 6
A 4-hour descent from Base Camp 1 to where our vehicle will be waiting, and then, back to lodgings in Dogubeyazit and a well deserved visit to a Turkish bath to loosen up those tired muscles and a relaxing dinner on the shores of Lake Van and an opportunity to reflect on your achievement.
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Mt Ararat is a standard four day trek, although some people manage to climb to the top in three. All measurements are estimates because distance and elevation markers do not exist. We arrange all equipment for the climb including tents, sleeping bags, pickaxe, hand lamp, mountaineering clothing and shoes. You will have a professional and certified local guide who will prepare three meals a day for you, and, of course, tea. We will also obtain all required official permissions from the state and local authorities for you. A hired 4-wheel drive truck will take us 10-15 km up the side of the mountain on a dirt road, but beyond this point, the road deteriorates too severely for vehicles. Most people start hiking from here. You must carry water filtration devices if you wish to drink from the mountain streams.
Mt. ararat guided expedition
Mt. Ararat
The ascent to Mt. Ararat. A 5 day guided tour in Turkey
The acsent from Base camp
Local transportation on the guided tour
Beautiful views on the climb to the summit
Day 1
Arrive in Van airport. You will be greeted and brought to your hotel or camp site, where you will meet your mountain guide. Dinner and overnight in dogubeyzit.
Day 2
After an early breakfast, we will we drive to the highest truck stop (approximate elevation 2000 meters/6562 ft), then begin a four hour hike that ascends about 1100 meters to Base Camp 1 (approximate elevation 3100 meters/10,170 ft.) The distance is about 8-10 km. Base Camp 1 is a green pasture with stone walls to shield tents from the wind. Dinner and overnight in your tent.
Day 3 - High altitude acclimatisation day
A climb to 4200 metres then return to base.
Day 4
A steeper six hour hike to Base Camp 2 (approximate elevation 4200 meters/13,780 ft). The distance is 10 km. Circular clearings among the rocks provide our tent sites with a natural wind shield. Melted glacier water runs freely near the campsite. Dinner and overnight in your tent.
Day 5
The climb from Base Camp 2 to the summit (elevation 5137 meters/16,854 feet) is 6 hours. We usually start this ascent at 2:00 am. Crampons and an ice axe are needed for the final hour of ascent. Most people return to Base Camp 2 by 11:00 am, pack, and descend to Base Camp 1. Dinner and overnight in the tent.
Day 6
A 4-hour descent from Base Camp 1 to where our vehicle will be waiting, and then, back to lodgings in Dogubeyazit and a well deserved visit to a Turkish bath to loosen up those tired muscles and a relaxing dinner on the shores of Lake Van and an opportunity to reflect on your achievement.
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Ararat Ski Touring Ararat 4 Day
MOUNT ARARAT SKI TOURING 4-DAYS 5137 m
Day 1: Transfer from Doğubayazıt to 1800m by truck at 7am, ascent to 2800m (1st camp) by cross-country skiing (4 hours). We pitch tents and hot food is served for dinner.
Day 2: Start in the morning at 8am, ascent to 3800m (2nd camp) by cross-country skiing (4 hours). We pitch tents and hot food is served for dinner.
Day 3: Start in the morning at 8am, ascent to 4600m for acclimatisation, return to the 2nd camp at 3800m. All-day cross-country skiing. Hot food is served for dinner.
Day 4: Start at 5am, ascent by ski up to 4700m, then climb (using crampons) up to the summit (5137m). We reach the summit by about 10am. We return to the 2nd camp, where hot soup and tea is served. After some rest, we pack the tents and return to 1800m by ski. There, the car is already waiting for us and takes us back to the hotel in Doğubayazıt. Dinner in Doğubayazıt.
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Trekking In Turkey
From the fairy chimney rock formations of Cappadocia to the snow-covered peak of Mount Ararat, we trek across some of Turkey's most magnificent landscapes. We hike through the Taurus Mountains to the summit of Mount Embler (3723m) and climb to the top of Mount Ararat (5137m). En route we also experience nomad and mountain village life, visit elegant mosques in eastern Anatolia and explore Byzantine architecture in Istanbul.
Tour Highlights
Taurus Mountains - Trek through these magnificent mountains, exploring dark gorges and steep canyons
Mount Ararat - Ascend this iconic Old Testament landmark, Turkey's highest point at 5,137m
Stunning views - From the peaks of the Ala Daglar and the summit of Mount Embler
Cappadocia - Explore this surreal landscape of 'fairy chimneys', rock-cut churches and underground cities on foot
Istanbul - Discover the remnants of the Ottoman Empire and Old Constantinople amongst the bustle of the modern day city
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From the fairy chimney rock formations of Cappadocia to the snow-covered peak of Mount Ararat, we trek across some of Turkey's most magnificent landscapes. We hike through the Taurus Mountains to the summit of Mount Embler (3723m) and climb to the top of Mount Ararat (5137m). En route we also experience nomad and mountain village life, visit elegant mosques in eastern Anatolia and explore Byzantine architecture in Istanbul.
Tour Highlights
Taurus Mountains - Trek through these magnificent mountains, exploring dark gorges and steep canyons
Mount Ararat - Ascend this iconic Old Testament landmark, Turkey's highest point at 5,137m
Stunning views - From the peaks of the Ala Daglar and the summit of Mount Embler
Cappadocia - Explore this surreal landscape of 'fairy chimneys', rock-cut churches and underground cities on foot
Istanbul - Discover the remnants of the Ottoman Empire and Old Constantinople amongst the bustle of the modern day city
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