Mount Ararat Trekking 2025

Climbing Mount Ararat Türkiye

Frequently Asked Questions about Summiting Mount Ararat
1. What is the geographical location of Mount Ararat?
Mount Ararat is located in eastern Turkey, near the borders of Iran and Armenia.

2. How high is Mount Ararat?
Mount Ararat stands at approximately 5,137 metres (16,854 ft) above sea level, making it the highest peak in Türkiye.

3. What is the significance of Mount Ararat in religious and cultural history?
Mount Ararat is important in religious and cultural history as it is traditionally believed to be the resting place of Noah's Ark from the biblical story of the Great Flood. It is also an important symbol in Armenian culture and history.

4. What is the current status of Mount Ararat in terms of accessibility and visitation?
Access to Mount Ararat is generally possible, but may be subject to restrictions due to its location near international borders and military zones. Visits and climbing require obtaining permits and hiring a guide.

Mount Ararat Climb Program

1 Day

LArrival at Agri, Igdir or Van airport. Transfer to Dogubayazit (approximately 1 hour), a town located at 1800m above sea level. Night in a 4-star hotel in Dogubayazit, the closest town to Mount Ararat.

2 Days

After breakfast at the hotel Around 9 in the morning we leave the hotel and go up to the village of Cevirme or Eli at an altitude of 2200 meters by van from there we go up to the Ararat 1 camp is at an altitude of 3300 meters in about 5 hours walking on foot our duffel bags carry the mules we only have to take a small backpack with us to carry water and the picnic, fruit, sandwich etc. night in tents in camp 1 mount Ararat

3 Days

Acclimatization Day After breakfast, we will climb to Camp 2 at 4200m to improve our acclimatization for the ascent of Mount Ararat Turkey to the summit. To do so, we will climb to Camp 2 located at 4,200m altitude (about 4 hours). After a good rest, we will descend to Camp 1 where we will sleep in our tents. Our cook will prepare us typical local food. Dinner.

4 Days

After breakfast, we will start the climb up Mount Ararat to Camp 2, where we will have the whole afternoon to rest and prepare for the summit attack on Mount Ararat. We will sleep in our tents at an altitude of 4,200m. Dinner.

5 Days

This day we will get up early for breakfast and around 4am, depending on the guide's decision, we will begin the climb to the summit of Mount Ararat, 5,137m high. In July, it is often necessary to use crampons for the upper part of the climb. After enjoying the views from the summit, we will climb down to Camp 2, where we will take a short break and take some equipment to regain our strength, continuing with the descent to Camp 1 where we will spend the night in our tents. Dinner. Optionally, we can go down to the hotel.

6 Days

We will wake up calmly and after breakfast, we will descend to the place where our transports await us to return to Dogubayazit, the nearest town to Mount Ararat. We will spend the rest of the day visiting the town. Accommodation in a *** hotel with breakfast in Dogubayazit. Dinner at leisure.

7 Days

DAfter breakfast transfer to the airport end of our tours

At the time of booking, a payment must be made
The remainder of the registration fee must be paid 15 days before the start of the trip.
The Turkish government requires a permit to climb Mount Ararat.
Please allow 15 days to obtain the Mount Ararat permit. Please email us.
*A scarce copy of the passport photo page.
Permission to climb Mount Ararat in Turkey is mandatory so that you do not have any problems on the day of climbing Mount Ararat. You must send us a photocopy of your passport.
Permission to visit Mount Ararat in Turkey is mandatory, you only have to send photocopies of your passports and we will manage everything.
The price of Mount Ararat depends on the number of people. Please contact us for the price for confirmed group departures.

Mount Ararat price included

Transfers Airports-Hotel-Airports (Agri or Igdir or Van)
Accommodation with breakfast in a hotel in Dogubayazit 2 nights
Tent Accommodations During Mount Ararat Ascent (2 Persons Per Tent)
mules to carry the mats
All Food and Drinks on the Mountain (Hot and Cold Food and Drinks)
Mules for transporting equipment (up to 20kg per person)
Private Chef for the Group in the Mountains
All Transfers In The Mount Ararat Area
Cultural Tour in Dogubayazit
Local Spanish Speaking Guide From Arrival To Agri O Van
bell tents
Mount Ararat permits
mats during your trekking on Mount Ararat
Mount Ararat climbing certificate