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All-inclusive 7-Day Private Trekking of Mount Ararat
Think you have what it takes to scale one of the largest mountains in the world? Try your skill with an all-inclusive, private, guided tour of the historic Mount Ararat, the largest mountain in Turkey and the supposed landing place of Noah's Ark.
This beautiful and historically important mountain actually has two peaks and is on the border with Turkey, Armenia, and Iran. Climb the largest of the two, ascending from 2000 meters (6562 feet) to the summit of 5137 meters (16,854 feet) over 5 days.
Meeting And Pickup
Pickup Point
Select a pickup point
Tekin Hotel -
Kucukcami Civari,
,
,
Turkiye
Montana Hotel -
KazIm Karabekir BulvarI Hafiziye Mah. No:110/1 Ipekyolu,
Van,
,
TR
Akdamar Hotel -
Kazim Karabekir Cad 22,
Van,
,
TR
Grand Hotel Van -
Irfan Bastug Cd. No: 4,
Ĺerefiye,
65000,
Turkiye
Fly into the eastern Turkish city of Van where your chauffeur will greet you at the airport or your hotel.
Duration:
1 hour
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Muradiye Selalesi
See this picturesque waterfall. It flows from a height of 18 m. There is a suspension bridge and a cafe in case you want to walk around or have a cup of hot Turkish tea.
Duration:
2 hours
Admission Included: YES
Dogubeyazit
Head to your hotel in Dogubeyazit and meet your mountain guide. At night, meet with your mountain guide as a group to check all equipment and answer any questions you may have about our trek.
Duration:
3 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 2: Base Camp1
Mount AgrI
After an early breakfast, head to the highest point possible via vehicle at 2000 meters/6562 feet. From that point, hand off your luggage to be loaded onto the horses by our porters, and begin a 4-5 hour hike that ascends 1100 meters, reaching Base Camp 1. The total distance is about 8-10 kilometers. Lunch will be eaten on the way to the base camp (juice, chocolates, cakes, fruits, sandwiches, water). Base Camp 1 is a green pasture with stone walls to shield tents from the wind. Have dinner (hot meal and drinks) at the camp and get some rest overnight in a tent.
Duration:
5 hours
Admission Included: YES
Day 3: High Altitude Acclimatization Day
Mount AgrI
At this altitude, it is essential to allow time for your body to acclimate. Today, trek to 4200 meters (lunch along the way) and descend back to Base Camp 1 for dinner.
Duration:
5 hours
Admission Included: YES
Day 4: Base Camp2
Mount AgrI
Hike approximately 10 kilometers (six hours) to 4200 meters/13,780 feet. At Base Camp 2, circular clearings among the rocks provide our tent sites with a natural windshield. Melted glacier water runs freely near the campsite. Finish off the day with dinner at the camp and rest overnight at Base Camp 2.
Duration:
6 hours
Admission Included: YES
Day 5: Summit Climb
Mount AgrI
Wake up and have an early breakfast at about 1 a.m. After breakfast, trek with the group to the summit of Ararat (elevation 5137 meters/16,854 feet) at the top of Anatolia and all of Turkey. Total trekking to the summit will take between 6 and 7 hours. Crampons and an ice ax may be needed for the final hour of ascent and are provided and carried to this point by our horses. After taking photos and videos of the summit, descend to the high camp at 4200 meters and have something to eat and rest. Return to Base Camp 2 by 11:00 am, pack, and descend to Base Camp 1 at 3300 meters. Our horses transfer your luggage to Camp 1, so you do not have to worry about carrying it. Have a light dinner and overnight at Base Camp 1.
Duration:
8 hours
Admission Included: YES
Day 6: Descent
Mount AgrI
Descend 4 hours from Base Camp 1 to Cevirme Village where our vehicle awaits.
Duration:
4 hours
Admission Included: YES
Ishak Pasha Palace
This palace is an Ottoman period palace which was built in the 17th century. It is one of only a few remaining examples of its kind.
Duration:
2 hours
Admission Included: YES
Day 7: Head Home
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adultâs lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 2 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 2 full days before the experienceâs start time.
If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experienceâs start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 2 full days before the experienceâs start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experienceâs local time.
This experience requires good weather. If itâs canceled due to poor weather, youâll be offered a different date or a full refund.
