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Climbing Small and Big Ararat
Soon we will embark on a grand journey through Turkey, during which we will climb Little Ararat (3,925 m) and Mount Ararat (5,137 m), see the most interesting architectural monuments and natural attractions of Western Armenia, taste the local cuisine, and also visit the city of Kars, whose streets were once walked by A. S. Pushkin.

The entire trip will last 5 days: part of the time we will spend on Little and Mount Ararat, and the rest will be dedicated to excursions around Western Armenia. The climbing program includes a reserve day, which is used in case of bad weather and significantly increases the chances of successfully reaching the summits.
Mount Ararat, rising to 5,137 meters, is the highest mountain of historical Armenia and is currently located on the territory of Turkey. It lies approximately 16 km east of the Armenian–Turkish border and consists of two peaks: Greater Ararat (Masis, 5,137 m) and Lesser Ararat (Sis, 3,925 m). The straight-line distance between the two peaks is about 10 kilometers.

Join us on our grand journey through Turkey, during which we will ascend both Greater and Lesser Ararat, visit the cities of Kars and Doğubayazıt, see the most fascinating architectural monuments and natural landmarks of Western Armenia, and taste the delights of local cuisine.

Impressions
Magical sunrises and sunsets
Magical sunrises and sunsets on the slopes of the biblical Mount Ararat will forever remain in your memory.
Acclimatization climb to Small Ararat
Acclimatization ascent of Small Ararat aimed at gradual adaptation to altitude before the main climb of Mount Ararat.
Unforgettable moments at the top
Even if Ararat is not the first mountain above 5000m for you, the moments on its top will stay with you for the rest of your life
Local cuisine
During the ascent, we will get acquainted with the dishes of traditional Kurdish cuisine and drink many liters of tea and coffee with oriental sweets.
Fabulous landscapes
During the ascent, we will be accompanied by stunning mountain landscapes and panoramic views.
Ancient cities and fortresses
Walking through the cities of Kars, Van and Dogubayazit, as well as visiting ancient fortresses will make the trip even more interesting.
Price
The price includes

✔️ Transfer from Yerevan to Dogubayazit and back

✔️ All transfers according to the program in Turkey

✔️ Welcome dinner

✔️ Accommodation in a hotel in Dogubayazit (3 nights) with breakfast

✔️ Camping in base and summit camps (2-person tents, 3 nights)

✔️ Services of a Russian-speaking guide from the Wehike.am club

✔️ Services of local guides from the Wehike.am club

✔️ Horseback transport of personal and communal equipment to base and summit camps

✔️ Three meals a day during the ascent of Ararat (breakfast, packed lunch for excursions, dinner)

✔️ Services of a cook in base and summit camps

✔️ Rental of tents, camping mats, and crampons

✔️ Bivouac and communal mountaineering equipment, radios

✔️ Group medical kit for first aid

✔️ Visit to Lake Cildir, Satan Castle, the city of Kars, Kars Fortress, the museum city of Ani, the salt cave, Bayazet Fortress

✔️ Visit to thermal springs

✔️ Excursion day at Lake Van (services of an English-speaking tour guide, lunch, visit to Berkri waterfalls, excursion to Akhtamar Island by boat, visit to Van Fortress, Mher's Doors, Van cat sanctuary)

✔️ Consultations on preparation: recommendations on equipment, air tickets, program specifics, and mountain behavior rules.

The price does not include

❌ Air ticket to Yerevan (Armenia)

❌ Medical insurance

❌ Pocket expenses

List of gears
Equipments

🔹 Assault backpack (10-20 liters)

🔹 Equipment backpack (30-40 liters)

🔹 Trekking poles

🔹 Camping seat

🔹 Headlamp + spare batteries

🔹 Gaiters

🔹 Sleeping bag (comfort temperature -5/-10°C)

🔹 Thermos (capacity of at least 1 liter)

🔹 Sunglasses (with UV protection of at least 3)

🔹 Sunscreen with SPF of at least 50

🔹 Knife, fork, spoon, bowl

Clothes and shoes

🔸 Trekking boots

🔸 Crocs, sneakers

🔸 Thermal underwear (for activity and sleeping)

🔸 Trekking pants

🔸 Fleece sweater

🔸 Spare sweater

🔸 Hat, buff

🔸 Waterproof membrane jacket

🔸 Warm climbing jacket (down jacket)

🔸 Raincoat

🔸 Short-sleeved t-shirt - 3 pieces

🔸 Socks, underwear

🔸 Swim trunks

🔸 Wool socks / socks - 1 pair for sleeping

🔸 Cap/panama hat

🔸 Gloves (lightweight and warm)

🔸 Insulated climbing pants

🔸 Warm socks - 1 pair

🔸 Trekking socks - 1-2 pairs

🔸 Ladies may bring a light dress for nice photographs

Personal items

🔹 Personal first aid kit

🔹 Power bank

🔹 Hygienic lip balm with SPF

🔹 Phone and camera

🔹 Personal hygiene products

🔹 Personal treats kit - chocolates, snacks, dried fruits

🔹 Documents and money (in waterproof packaging)

🔹 Moisturizing hand cream

🔹 Microfiber towel

Climbing Program

Day 1. Yerevan - Ani - Dogubayazit

✓ Transfer from Yerevan through Georgia to Turkey.
✓ Visit to the Devil's Castle, one of the oldest architectural landmarks in the region.
✓ Relaxation on the shores of Lake Çıldır.
✓ Exploration of the city of Kars - one of Turkey's coldest cities, visited by A.S. Pushkin. Stroll through the city center, visit the fortress, and the Russian church.
✓ Visit to the ancient Armenian capital Ani, the city of 1001 churches.
✓ Arrival in the city of Dogubayazit, check-in at the hotel, and an evening stroll through the city.

✓ Overnight stay at a hotel in Dogubayazit.

Day 1. Yerevan - Ani - Dogubayazit

✓ Transfer from Yerevan through Georgia to Turkey.
✓ Visit to the Devil's Castle, one of the oldest architectural landmarks in the region.
✓ Relaxation on the shores of Lake Çıldır.
✓ Exploration of the city of Kars - one of Turkey's coldest cities, visited by A.S. Pushkin. Stroll through the city center, visit the fortress, and the Russian church.
✓ Visit to the ancient Armenian capital Ani, the city of 1001 churches.
✓ Arrival in the city of Dogubayazit, check-in at the hotel, and an evening stroll through the city.

✓ Overnight stay at a hotel in Dogubayazit.

Day 2. Climbing Small Ararat

✓ Early breakfast at the hotel.
✓ Transfer by off-road vehicles from Doğubayazıt to the foot of Small Ararat at an altitude of 2,500 m.
✓ Start of the ascent of Small Ararat; hiking time is approximately 5–6 hours.
✓ Summit of Small Ararat (3,925 m). Rest and photo session.
✓ Descent to the starting point (≈3 hours).
✓ Transfer by off-road vehicles to the base camp of Mount Ararat (≈3,200 m).
✓ Dinner at the base camp.

✓ Overnight stay in tents.

Day 2. Climbing Small Ararat

✓ Early breakfast at the hotel.
✓ Transfer by off-road vehicles from Doğubayazıt to the foot of Small Ararat at an altitude of 2,500 m.
✓ Start of the ascent of Small Ararat; hiking time is approximately 5–6 hours.
✓ Summit of Small Ararat (3,925 m). Rest and photo session.
✓ Descent to the starting point (≈3 hours).
✓ Transfer by off-road vehicles to the base camp of Mount Ararat (≈3,200 m).
✓ Dinner at the base camp.

✓ Overnight stay in tents.

Day 3. Base Camp - Assault camp

✓ Breakfast at the base camp.

✓ Sending heavy items on horseback to the assault camp. Trekking light to an assault camp located at an altitude of 4,100 m.

✓ Rest in the assault camp.

✓ Acclimatization exit light to a height of 4,500 m.

✓ Dinner at the assault camp.

✓ Overnight in tents.

Day 3. Base Camp - Assault camp

✓ Breakfast at the base camp.

✓ Sending heavy items on horseback to the assault camp. Trekking light to an assault camp located at an altitude of 4,100 m.

✓ Rest in the assault camp.

✓ Acclimatization exit light to a height of 4,500 m.

✓ Dinner at the assault camp.

✓ Overnight in tents.

Day 4. Summit day

✓ Rise at 00.15.

✓ Light breakfast at the assault camp.

✓ Access to the summit at 01.00.

✓ Rest and photo shoot at the top (5137 m).

✓ Descent to the assault camp, rest.

✓ Descent to the base camp, rest.

✓ Descent to the mountain village of Eli.

✓ Transfer to the city of Dogubayazit.

✓ Free time (you can walk around the city or relax at the hotel)

✓ A festive dinner.

✓ Overnight at a hotel in the city of Dogubayazit.

Day 4. Summit day

✓ Rise at 00.15.

✓ Light breakfast at the assault camp.

✓ Access to the summit at 01.00.

✓ Rest and photo shoot at the top (5137 m).

✓ Descent to the assault camp, rest.

✓ Descent to the base camp, rest.

✓ Descent to the mountain village of Eli.

✓ Transfer to the city of Dogubayazit.

✓ Free time (you can walk around the city or relax at the hotel)

✓ A festive dinner.

✓ Overnight at a hotel in the city of Dogubayazit.

Day 5. Dogubayazit - Kars - Yerevan

✓ Breakfast at the hotel.

✓ Mini-hike to the walls of the Daruink fortress.

✓ Excursion to the palace of Ishaq Pasha.

✓ Transfer from Dogubayazit to Kars.

✓ Visit to the city of Kars, one of the coldest cities in Turkey, which A.S. Pushkin visited. A walk through the city center, a visit to the fortress and the Russian church.

✓ Transfer from Kars to Yerevan.

Day 5. Dogubayazit - Kars - Yerevan

✓ Breakfast at the hotel.

✓ Mini-hike to the walls of the Daruink fortress.

✓ Excursion to the palace of Ishaq Pasha.

✓ Transfer from Dogubayazit to Kars.

✓ Visit to the city of Kars, one of the coldest cities in Turkey, which A.S. Pushkin visited. A walk through the city center, a visit to the fortress and the Russian church.

✓ Transfer from Kars to Yerevan.

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