Day 1 | “Welcome Day”

On this day, we will greet you at Igdir or Agri Airport and arrange your transfer to the hotel where you’ll be staying. Take the chance to rest and prepare for the exciting Mount Ararat adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Dogubeyazit Hotel

Day 2 | 3,200m “Mount Ararat Base Camp”

After breakfast, we’ll travel by vehicle to Çevirme Village, located at an altitude of 2,200 meters. At this point, our local carriers will transport your equipment to the camp with the help of mules. The hiking portion begins here. After about five hours of trekking amidst beautiful landscapes, we’ll reach the base camp at 3,200 meters altitude.

Accommodation: 3,200 meters Mount Ararat Base Camp

Day 3 | 4200m “Acclimatization Hike”

Today, we ascend to 4,200 meters for an acclimatization hike. This is a more challenging stage compared to Day 2, but after a 4-5 hour hike, we’ll arrive at the altitude needed for acclimatization. Once there, we’ll rest for an hour and go on short exploratory walks. We’ll then head back down to the base camp at 3,200 meters to rest and regain our energy for the summit climb.

Accommodation: 3,200 meters Mount Ararat Base Camp

Day 4 | 4,200m “Second Camp on Mount Ararat”

After an early breakfast, we set off to climb to the second camp at 4,200 meters. Once we reach the second camp, we’ll settle in for the night. Later in the day, we’ll conduct an equipment check and prepare our backpacks for the summit attempt, which will begin at midnight.

Accommodation: 4,200 meters Mount Ararat Second Camp

Day 5 | 5,137m “Summit Day”

The summit day begins early in the morning as determined by our guide. After an approximately 6-hour trek, we’ll reach the summit at 5,137 meters. You will have about 30 minutes to rest and take in the breathtaking views. Afterward, we’ll begin our descent back to the second camp at 4,200 meters. After resting for about an hour, we will descend to the base camp at 3,200 meters, where we will spend our last night on Mount Ararat, resting at the base camp.

Accommodation: 3,200 meters Mount Ararat Base Camp

Day 6 | “Return to Dogubeyazit”

After breakfast, we’ll descend to 2,200 meters the vehicle transfer point. This descent takes about four hours. Upon reaching the transfer location, we’ll return to the hotel for some rest. Later in the day, enjoy a cultural tour of the area by vehicle. To close the day, a celebratory dinner will take place to honor your achievement, and you’ll receive climbing certificates.

Accommodation: Dogubeyazit Hotel

Day 7 | “Farewell Day”

The final day of this unforgettable adventure has arrived. We will ensure you reach the airport safely for your departure. We look forward to joining you again on future tours and expeditions in new destinations.

Note:
The daily itinerary may be adjusted by the guide depending on the weather and other conditions.

Included: Travel Insurance, A chef for all meals and hot meal service on the mountain, with all meals included, airport transfers, guide, mountain transfers, transportation of your equipment between camps by pack mules, city cultural tour & transfers, toilet and hygiene supplies, climbing permit fee, tent, sleeping mat, Ice crampons, hot drinks, bottled water, certificate of participation, celebration dinner in the city after the climb and 2 nights hotel accommodation.