Trekking trip to climb Mount Aragats at 4,090m, the highest mountain in Armenia. Discover its lakes, volcanoes, the spectacular landscapes and the culture of the Caucasus. Local Mountain Guide who speaks Spanish and English.
We will climb Mount Aragats at 4,090m, the highest mountain in Armenia and walk through several of the most impressive natural points in the country.
Armenia is a former Soviet republic that lies between Europe and Asia and is considered the cradle of Christianity. A little-known country with much to offer, from great cultural heritage to landscapes, mountains and lakes of great natural wealth.
The inhabitants of this Caucasian country are very open people and want to teach their culture and traditions. It is an extremely safe country.
During this 9-day trip we will travel from its capital, Yerevan, to lakes, monasteries, volcanoes and mountains. Trying to reach the top of one of the Aragats peaks.
The Aragat consists of 4 peaks, the most popular being the South at 3,879m and the most technical the North at 4,090m. Depending on the level of the group we will try to make the two peaks.
We have a local mountain guide who speaks perfect Spanish and will be the greatest host to make this trip a unique experience.
During the trip we will sleep in tents and camps that we will make with a private cook for the group. The days in the capital we will sleep in a 3-star hotel.
Day 1
Arrival at Yerevan airport, transfer to the hotel and free afternoon to discover the city. Night in a 3* hotel with breakfast.
day 2
Transfer to Lake Sevan, 1.5 hours from the capital. The lake is the largest in the Caucasus and one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. We will make our camp and trek around it.
Day 3
From Lake Sevan we will move to the region of Lake Aknalich passing through the town of Tsaghkashen. We will make the camp near the lake and we will discover the area on foot.
Day 4
We will have an early breakfast and continue along the Gegham route, towards Mount Azhdahak. Mount Azhsahak (3,597mts.) is a volcano with a lake inside the crater, formed from melting snow. We will climb to the top of this mountain from where we will observe the mountains of Ararat, Hatis, Ara, Aragats, Lake Sevan and the Gegham mountains. We will make a camp in the area with wonderful views of Ararat.
Day 5
We will descend to the foot of the mountain and we will stay at a campsite in the area. Tonight we will sleep in tents or private rooms (to be confirmed). At noon we will visit a family from the area who will offer us a typical local barbecue where we will taste their meats and wines.
Day 6
We will move north to the area of Mount Aragats, the highest in Armenia. The mountain consists of 4 peaks of different difficulties and during the following days we will try to make some of its peaks.
Day 7
Today will be the hardest day, we will get up early to start our ascent to the highest peak in Armenia, the North Summit of Aragat. The route will take us all day since it is about 17km long with about 1,450m of positive elevation gain.
Day 8
If we still have strength and desire, we will dedicate this day to ascend the southern summit of Aragat, which is less complex than the previous day’s summit. You can also use the day to explore and visit the capital, Yerevan, more calmly, where we will spend the night in a hotel.
Day 9
Breakfast and transfer to the airport. The end of the trip.
You need a minimum level that allows you to do a mountain route with a gradient of 1200m in one day and some experience in progression with crampons. The guide will go over all the key concepts. The mountain guide together with the group will look for the best route to meet the group’s expectations.
As mountain professionals we not only seek the greatest enjoyment, but also the highest possible degree of safety during the activities. For this we will have personal safety and communication equipment and a sufficient first aid kit. We recommend purchasing accident and rescue insurance that covers the activity.
A list of material will be provided to participants and advice prior to the trip to resolve any questions.
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