Be Adventurous and Take a Tour Trekking in Mount Ararat
Van, Turkey
6 days DE, EN, FR
189016P150
Cancellation policy applies Mobile ticket Hotel pickup Adults 18–70
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Overview
Mount Ararat is 5137m (16854 ft), and you will need a special permit to climb the mountain which your guides will organise. However, this can take a couple of months to process.
We have an acclimatisation process as altitude sickness can be a problem with some climbers. This is something our professional guides are familiar with and are happy to direct you to good sources of information.
For those who wish to experience the impressive, beautiful scenery of this region without the trek to the summit, we are happy to arrange treks on foot or horseback.
We arrange all equipment for the climb including tents, sleeping bags, pickaxe, hand lamp, mountaineering clothing and shoes and you will have a professional and certified local guide who will prepare three meals a day for you, and, of course, tea.
We have an acclimatisation process as altitude sickness can be a problem with some climbers. This is something our professional guides are familiar with and are happy to direct you to good sources of information.
For those who wish to experience the impressive, beautiful scenery of this region without the trek to the summit, we are happy to arrange treks on foot or horseback.
We arrange all equipment for the climb including tents, sleeping bags, pickaxe, hand lamp, mountaineering clothing and shoes and you will have a professional and certified local guide who will prepare three meals a day for you, and, of course, tea.
Tour at a glance
Duration
6 days
Multi-day trip
01
Tour type
Group tour
up to 1 travellers per booking
02
Languages
DE, EN, FR
live guide
03
Pickup
Hotel pickup
04
Operates
Every day
Starts 00:00
05
Confirmation
Within 48 hours
supplier confirms availability
06
Cancellation
See policy below
07
Traveller ages
Adults 18–70
08
Ticket
Mobile ticket
show it on your phone
09
What's included
- Climbing Permit
- Professional guide
- All accommodations
- All state and local taxes
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All road transport (tolls etc)
- Breakfast and Dinner
Not included
- Other services not mentioned
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
- Drinks
- Insurance
Day by day
Day 1: Arrival to Van Airport
Accommodation in Dogubeyzit - Arrive at Van airport where you will be greeted and brought to your hotel or campsite, where you will meet with your mountain guide and enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Dogubeyzit.
Day 2: Begin your hike on Mount Ararat
Base Camp 1 Tent - Mount AgrI After early morning breakfast, start your trek with a drive to the highest truck stop (approximate elevation 2000 meters/6562 ft), then begin a four-hour hike that ascends around 1100 meters to Base Camp 1 (approximately 3100 meters/10,170 ft.) and the distance is 8-10 km. Base Camp 1 is a green pasture surrounded by stone walls that shields the tents from the wind.
Day 3: High altitude acclimatisation day
Base Camp 1 Tent - Mount AgrI Today you will have a climb to 4200 metres then return to base to acclimatise yourself to the high altitude.
Day 4: Hike to Base Camp 2
Base Camp 2 Tent - Mount AgrI Today you will have a steeper six-hour hike to Base Camp 2 (approximate elevation 4200 meters/13,780 ft) with a distance of 10 km. Circular clearings among the rocks provide our tent sites with a natural windshield, and melted glacier water runs freely near the campsite.
Day 5: Base Camp 2 to the summit
Base Camp 1 Tent - Mount AgrI Today climb from Base Camp 2 to the summit (elevation 5137 meters/16,854 feet) taking around 6 hours and 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.
Day 6: Descent from Base Camp 1
Accommodation in Dogubeyzit - Mount AgrI Take a 4-hour descent from Base Camp 1 to where a vehicle will be waiting to you back to lodgings in Dogubeyazit and a well-deserved visit to a Turkish bath and loosen up your tired muscles and then enjoy a relaxing dinner on the shores of Lake Van and with an opportunity to reflect on your achievement.
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Pickup from Van Airport
Schedule
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
00:00
Good to know
- 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
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 6 days.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Can I cancel for free?
A custom cancellation policy applies; see the cancellation section on this page.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: DE, EN, FR
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 00:00
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Within 48 hours, once the supplier confirms.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 189016P150
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