Mount Ararat Trekking – 5 Day

Duration

5 Days

Summit Altitude

5,137 m

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Season

June – September

Mount Ararat (5,137 m) is the highest mountain in Türkiye and one of the most famous trekking peaks in the region. This 5-day Mount Ararat trekking tour offers a comfortable and well-paced itinerary with proper acclimatization and full logistical support.

The expedition includes professional mountain guides, porters, organized camps, and transportation of equipment by horses. The wide volcanic slopes of Mount Ararat provide a non-technical climbing route, making it an ideal summit for trekkers with good physical condition and basic high-altitude experience.

Reaching the summit rewards climbers with breathtaking panoramic views across Eastern Türkiye, Iran, and Armenia.

Day 1 – Trek to Camp 1 (3,200 m)

After breakfast we drive to Eli or Çevirme Village at 2,200 meters, the starting point of the Mount Ararat trek.

From here we begin hiking towards Camp 1 at 3,200 meters. The trek takes approximately 4 hours. Horses carry camping equipment and luggage.

Lunch is served as a picnic during the hike. After arriving at camp we set up tents and enjoy a warm meal.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Camp 1 (3,200 m)

 

Day 2 – Trek to Camp 2 (4,200 m)

After breakfast we continue trekking from Camp 1 to Camp 2 at 4,200 meters.

The hike takes approximately 3–4 hours depending on the pace of the group. Equipment and luggage are transported by horses.

After arriving at Camp 2 we prepare tents and rest before the summit attempt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Camp 2 (4,200 m)

 

Day 3 – Summit Day (5,137 m)

Early in the morning we begin the summit attempt.

The climb to the summit of Mount Ararat (5,137 m) takes approximately 8–9 hours depending on conditions and the pace of the group.

From the summit climbers enjoy spectacular views across Türkiye, Iran, and Armenia.

After spending time at the summit we descend back to Camp 2 and then continue down to Camp 1.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Camp 1 (3,200 m)

 

Day 4 – Descent & Doğubayazıt City Tour

After breakfast we descend from Camp 1 to Eli Village at 2,200 meters.

From there we transfer back to Doğubayazıt and check into the hotel.

In the afternoon we visit Ishak Pasha Palace and enjoy a short city tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Doğubayazıt

 

Day 5 – Transfer to Van Airport

After breakfast we transfer from Doğubayazıt to Van Airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

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