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Mount Ararat: Climbing the Highest Peak in Turkey

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Turkey is a land of natural wonders, and among its most breathtaking landscapes are its majestic mountains. We invite you to climb Mount Ararat (5,137m), the highest peak in Turkey.

Ararat (Ağrı Dağı in Turkish, Masis in Armenian, Çiya Agirî in Kurdish) is a snow-covered dormant volcano in eastern Turkey, near the borders of Armenia and Iran. It is permanently covered in ice and snow, and its summit often disappears into the clouds above Eastern Anatolia.

Ararat consists of two peaks:

  • Greater Ararat (5,137m) – the highest point in Turkey
  • Little Ararat (3,896m)

Ararat is sometimes referred to as the “Mother and Child” in Turkish folklore, with its peaks rising 40 km apart.

Departure & Return Location

Van Airport, Turkey

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Price Includes

  • Overnight stays in double rooms with breakfast in Dogubayazit
  • Overnight stays in tents during the ascent
  • All private transport in Turkey as per the program (minibus or jeep)
  • Porters or horses for equipment transport to Camp 2
  • Local team for the Ararat ascent
  • Breakfasts, dinners, and packed lunches on the mountain
  • Water, coffee, and tea on the mountain
  • Camping equipment (tents and sleeping mats)
  • Organization and preparation of the trip
  • VAT

Price Excludes

  • International flights to and from Turkey
  • Airport taxes and luggage fees for international flights
  • Permit for the Ararat ascent if required (50 EUR)
  • Insurance for abroad
  • Drinks and meals not specified as included
  • Entrances
  • Surcharge for a single room
  • Tips for the local population
  • Personal expenses and equipment
  • Any costs outside the program
  • Anything not explicitly listed under "THE PRICE INCLUDES"

Supplement Fees

  • Ararat climbing permit (if required: $50)
  • Single supplement: € 120
What to Expect
  • An expedition-style climb to the highest peak in Turkey
  • A moderate high-altitude ascent, requiring basic mountaineering experience
  • Stunning views over Turkey, Armenia, and Iran
  • Ancient history and legends, including the biblical Noah’s Ark story
  • A culturally rich journey through the Kurdish region of Turkey
  • First ascent: Johann Jacob von Parrot (1829)
  • Ararat has long been linked to the legend of Noah’s Ark, with numerous claims of discovering remains of the Ark, but no scientific proof
Itinerary

Day 1Van Airport – Dogubayazit

  • Transfer to Dogubayazit, the gateway to Mount Ararat.
  • Optional stop at Muradiye Waterfall.
  • Evening briefing & dinner with local guides.

Day 2Dogubayazit – Base Camp 1 (3,200m)

  • Morning gear preparation.
  • Transfer to Cevirme (2,200m), the trek’s starting point.
  • Horses carry luggage & supplies.
  • 4-hour trek to Camp 1 (3,200m).
  • Lunch, rest, and acclimatization.
  • Overnight in tents (2 people per tent).

Day 3Acclimatization Day

  • Morning trek to Camp 2 (4,200m) for acclimatization (5-hour round trip).
  • Return to Camp 1 for the night.

Day 4Climb to High Camp (4,200m)

  • Load horses with supplies.
  • 4-5 hour ascent to Camp 2 (4,200m).
  • Afternoon rest & equipment check (crampons, headlamps, etc.)

Day 5Summit Day (5,137m) & Descent to Camp 1

  • Early morning departure (2:00 AM).
  • 5-7 hour climb to the summit.
  • Last 200-300m may require crampons.
  • Time at the summit for photos & celebration.
  • Descent to Camp 2 for lunch & rest.
  • Further descent to Camp 1 for the night.

Day 6Return to Dogubayazit

  • Descent from Camp 1 to Cevirme village.
  • Transfer to Dogubayazit & hotel check-in.

Day 7Extra Day / Sightseeing / Lake Trip

  • Reserve day for weather delays.
  • Optional sightseeing:
    • Ishak Pasha Palace (17th century) – an Ottoman-era architectural marvel.
    • Shopping for souvenirs in Dogubayazit.
  • Alternative trip to Fish Lake (2,400m) for swimming & a campfire.

Day 98Dogubayazit – Igdir Airport - End of Program

  • Transfer to Igdir Airport. End of Program. 
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