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Ararat in 5 Days: Ani, Kars, Bayazet
5-day ascent to Mount Ararat: • Day 1: Early morning departure by off-road vehicles through the Armenian-Georgian and Georgian-Turkish border checkpoints, a visit to the ruins of the historic city of Ani, and an overnight hotel stay in Bayazet. • Day 2: After breakfast at 09:00, a roughly 2-hour drive by off-road vehicles to Ararat Base Camp 1 for an overnight stay. • Day 3: At about 09:00, hike to Camp 2 at 4,200 m (approx. 3 km, 700 m elevation gain) and overnight stay. • Day 4: Wake up at 00:00, breakfast, and departure toward the summit at 01:00. Reach the peak in about 5–6 hours, spend time at the summit, and descend (approx. 6.5 km, 1,000 m relative drop). Return to Camp 2 (4,200 m) in about 3–4 hours for lunch and an hour of rest. Heavy gear is then transferred to horses, and the group descends to Camp 1 (3,200 m), followed by an off-road vehicle ride back to the hotel. • Day 5: Departure from the hotel around 09:00, a visit to Kars Fortress, about an hour exploring downtown Kars, lunch in the city center, and departure toward Georgian border checkpoints. Depending on weather conditions, the expedition may be extended by one day. Required: gear suitable for 5,000+ m mountains (consultation is available). Before the ascent, preparatory hikes, meetings, and consultations are planned. Price includes: • Transport • Hotel • Armenian and local guide services • Meals at the hotel and base camps • Entry permits • Horse rental Price does not include: • Mandatory Georgia entry insurance • Turkey entry visa (17,000 AMD for RA citizens) • Meals in cities • Other personal expenses
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An Armenian hiking club that organizes guided day hikes, multi-kilometer treks, campfire nights and nature cleanups across Armenia. Friendly, beginner-accessible trips with provided transport and guides — community-driven outdoor experiences.
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Ararat in 5 Days: Ani, Kars, Bayazet
5-day ascent to Mount Ararat: • Day 1: Early morning departure by off-road vehicles through the Armenian-Georgian and Georgian-Turkish border checkpoints, a visit to the ruins of the historic city of Ani, and an overnight hotel stay in Bayazet. • Day 2: After breakfast at 09:00, a roughly 2-hour drive by off-road vehicles to Ararat Base Camp 1 for an overnight stay. • Day 3: At about 09:00, hike to Camp 2 at 4,200 m (approx. 3 km, 700 m elevation gain) and overnight stay. • Day 4: Wake up at 00:00, breakfast, and departure toward the summit at 01:00. Reach the peak in about 5–6 hours, spend time at the summit, and descend (approx. 6.5 km, 1,000 m relative drop). Return to Camp 2 (4,200 m) in about 3–4 hours for lunch and an hour of rest. Heavy gear is then transferred to horses, and the group descends to Camp 1 (3,200 m), followed by an off-road vehicle ride back to the hotel. • Day 5: Departure from the hotel around 09:00, a visit to Kars Fortress, about an hour exploring downtown Kars, lunch in the city center, and departure toward Georgian border checkpoints. Depending on weather conditions, the expedition may be extended by one day. Required: gear suitable for 5,000+ m mountains (consultation is available). Before the ascent, preparatory hikes, meetings, and consultations are planned. Price includes: • Transport • Hotel • Armenian and local guide services • Meals at the hotel and base camps • Entry permits • Horse rental Price does not include: • Mandatory Georgia entry insurance • Turkey entry visa (17,000 AMD for RA citizens) • Meals in cities • Other personal expenses
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An Armenian hiking club that organizes guided day hikes, multi-kilometer treks, campfire nights and nature cleanups across Armenia. Friendly, beginner-accessible trips with provided transport and guides — community-driven outdoor experiences.
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