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Hiking · Iğdır, Iğdır

Mount Ararat — South Route to Summit

  • Distance40 km round trip (base camp to summit and back)
  • Duration4–5 days full itinerary (including acclimatisation)
  • Elevation2,100 m to 5,137 m (Büyük Ağrı summit)
  • Rating★ 4.9
  • TransportBase camp accessed by 4WD vehicle from Doğubeyazıt (75 km west of Iğdır). Arrange transfer through licensed guide operator.
By Updated Reviewed by Daniel Mercer

Trail facts

Trail area
Ararat National Park / Doğubeyazıt (base) — Iğdır Province border
Best season
June–September

What to bring

  • Crampons
  • Ice axe
  • Helmet
  • High-altitude sleeping bag (rated −20°C)
  • 4-season tent
  • Trekking poles
  • Gaiters
  • Layered clothing
  • Headlamp
  • Altitude sickness medication (Diamox; consult doctor)
  • 2L insulated water bottle

Location

Start: Ararat Base Camp (~2,100 m), near Doğubeyazıt, Ağrı Province

39.7300, 44.2600 View on map