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Ararat, Van, Ani, Kars and Bayazet

Ararat, Van, Ani, Kars and Bayazet

Aug2–7Aug 2 – Aug 7, 2027
Mount Ararat
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A 5- to 6-day program with ascent of Mount Ararat and visits to historic sites, preceded by preparatory hikes, meetings, and consultations. Itinerary: • Day 1: Early departure by SUVs via the Armenia–Georgia and Georgia–Turkey checkpoints, visit to the ruins of Ani, and overnight stay at a hotel in Bayazet. • Day 2: After breakfast at 09:00, transfer by SUV to the first camp of Ararat (about 2 hours) and overnight stay. • Day 3: Hike at 09:00 to the second camp at 4,200 m (approx. 3 km, 700 m elevation gain) and overnight stay. • Day 4: Summit push starting at 01:00 (following breakfast at midnight). Reach the summit after 5–6 hours (approx. 6.5 km, 1,000 m elevation gain), descend to Camp 2 (4,200 m) in 3–4 hours for lunch and rest, transfer heavy luggage to horses, hike down to Camp 1 (3,200 m), and return to the hotel by SUV. • Day 5: Departure from the hotel at 09:00, visit to Kars Fortress, free walk and lunch in central Kars, followed by return travel to the Georgian border. Depending on weather conditions, the expedition may be extended by one day. Required gear: equipment suitable for 5,000+ m mountains (consultations are provided). Included: transport, hotel accommodation, Armenian and local guides, meals at the hotel and base camps, entry permits, and horse rental for luggage. Not included: mandatory travel insurance for Georgia, entrance visa for Turkey (17,000 AMD for RA citizens), meals in cities, and 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, Van, Ani, Kars and Bayazet
Werelk Hiking Club

Ararat, Van, Ani, Kars and Bayazet

Aug2–7Aug 2 – Aug 7, 2027
Mount Ararat
Translated

A 5- to 6-day program with ascent of Mount Ararat and visits to historic sites, preceded by preparatory hikes, meetings, and consultations. Itinerary: • Day 1: Early departure by SUVs via the Armenia–Georgia and Georgia–Turkey checkpoints, visit to the ruins of Ani, and overnight stay at a hotel in Bayazet. • Day 2: After breakfast at 09:00, transfer by SUV to the first camp of Ararat (about 2 hours) and overnight stay. • Day 3: Hike at 09:00 to the second camp at 4,200 m (approx. 3 km, 700 m elevation gain) and overnight stay. • Day 4: Summit push starting at 01:00 (following breakfast at midnight). Reach the summit after 5–6 hours (approx. 6.5 km, 1,000 m elevation gain), descend to Camp 2 (4,200 m) in 3–4 hours for lunch and rest, transfer heavy luggage to horses, hike down to Camp 1 (3,200 m), and return to the hotel by SUV. • Day 5: Departure from the hotel at 09:00, visit to Kars Fortress, free walk and lunch in central Kars, followed by return travel to the Georgian border. Depending on weather conditions, the expedition may be extended by one day. Required gear: equipment suitable for 5,000+ m mountains (consultations are provided). Included: transport, hotel accommodation, Armenian and local guides, meals at the hotel and base camps, entry permits, and horse rental for luggage. Not included: mandatory travel insurance for Georgia, entrance visa for Turkey (17,000 AMD for RA citizens), meals in cities, and personal expenses.

Organizer

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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