Mount Ararat Ascent

3 to 6 Day Mountain Trek to the Summit!

The imposing grandeur of Mount Ararat remains a relatively unexplored spectacle for many. Only in recent years have its enigmatic slopes begun to open their arms to daring explorers. Given the infancy of tourism in Eastern Turkey, we recommend travelers place their journey in the hands of expert guides and reliable companies.

For more than twenty years, our company has been crafting captivating journeys to Mount Ararat, providing a genuine local experience that is second to none. Despite the proliferation of fledgling companies, both local and international, venturing into Ararat’s adventurous realm, they fall short of the deeply ingrained ties we hold with the local community and the extensive experience we possess.

We take pride in our commitment to employing local staff, reflecting our belief that tourism should enhance the local community. With us, you’re not just embarking on an adventure; you’re becoming part of a more sustainable approach to tourism.

Prices & Dates

Please contact us for prices and dates.

What is included

  • Professional guide – many years of experience in taking people to the summit.
  • Insurance.
  • All transfers.
  • Accommodation in Dogubayazit and Istanbul if you need that as well.
  • Airfares İstanbul – Agri or Igdir return.
  • Sightseeing entrance fees.
  • Mules – to carry climbing equipment and your main bag.  You will need to carry your own daypack.
  • Tents.
  • Sleeping mattress.
  • Climbing ropes.
  • All meals and soft drinks.
  • Summit certificate.

Not Included

  • Special climbing permit – usually around 50 Euros.
  • Personal climbing equipment.
  • Alcoholic beverages.

**Please note that a single-person supplement may apply.**

You will need the following personal equipment*

  • Cold weather gear – such as a good quality hat and gloves.
  • Walking or climbing boots.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sleeping bag.
  • Rucksack and daypack.
  • Walking stick.
  • Climbing crampons and ice axe.

*Please note that we can arrange for you to rent the necessary equipment if needed.

Group Size

Minimum 5 persons with a maximum of 16.

Mt Ararat ascent – tailored individual trip

Please see the itinerary for the group trip below – starting from Day 2. If you need transfers from İstanbul or Agri/Igdir we can arrange these for you as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr-ipykx040

*Note this is not a video from our treks.

Tour Program

Experience Turkey’s Tallest Mountain
Day 1
Istanbul
You will be met in Istanbul by our staff. Take a domestic flight to Agri (AJI) or Igdir (IGD). Drive to Dogubayazit. Dinner with your guide and other key people.
Day 2
Drive to Mount Ararat
Go to Mount Ararat by truck to 2,000 meters. On the way, you will see some small Kurdish villages. Trek starts at the first overnight camp at 3,200 – Green camp. On the way up to Green Camp, you can observe some of the nomadic people who live on the mountain. In the summer months, the local people herd their sheep and goats in the rugged terrain of Mount Ararat. We can, also, arrange for you to visit the nomadic people and experience their way of life.
Day 3
Acclimatization day at Green Camp
Today it is important for you to acclimatize so we will spend some time trekking up to 4,200 meters but then returning back to the Green Camp.
Day 4
Beach Camp
Trek to 4,200 meters to the Beach Camp – the highest Beach Camp in the world. Today will also be another important day for you to acclimatize before we head to the peak.
Day 5
Summit Day
Early in the morning we will begin our ascent to the peak of Mount Ararat at 5,165 meters. You will have plenty of time to explore the peak before we return to Green Camp at 3,200 meters. Depending on what you want to do we can stay overnight in the green camp or return back to a warm hotel and a hot shower in Dogubayazit.
Day 6
Possible Extra Day
If you chose to stay the extra night at Green Camp then on Day 6 we will trek back down to 2,000 meters and then return to Dogubayazit.