From Yerevan: Climbing Mount Azhdahak

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ID: GYG487566-862082
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Country: Armenia

Duration: 1 days


Description

It will be a great opportunity to climb Mount Azhdahak, the Red Planet. You will be able to admire the breathtaking views of Mt. Aragats, Mt. Ara and the Biblical Mt. Ararat, the symbol f Armenia.
Mt. Azhdahak is located in the Geghama Range and is considered the highest point of the range.On the slopes of Azhdahak you can see many petroglyphs that date back to 4-5th centuries B.C.. As well as on the slopes of Mt. Azhdahak dragonstones can be seen, which play a great role in the Armenian culture with their history and significance.
The duration of the climbing Mt. Azhdahak is about 6-8 hours, depending on the number of memebrs of the tour and their physical fitness.
The route to the top of Mt. Azhdahak passes along beautiful paths, where a beautiful and breathtaking views of landscape of the Geghama Range open.
Arriving at the crater, it is impossible to remain indifferent to the beauty of the crater ice lake.
In clear weather, from the top of Mt. Azhdahak, you can see the lakes Sevan, Akna and Vanki and also the mountains Hatis, Ara,Aragats and the Biblical Mt. Ararat located in one direction.

Highlights

  • You will have a chance to climb Mount Azhdahak 3597m
  • To admire breathtaking views of Mt. Aragats,Ararat and Lakes Sevan,Vani and Akna
  • during the tour you will see the crator lakes, red mountain

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will climb to the mount Azhdahak , a mountain in the form of a volcanic cone, reaching a height of 3597 m, the presence of a crater lake gives its special beauty. Duration 6-7 hrs. Relative height 600 m.
INCLUDED
  • Transportation services. From Yerevan to the village of Goght, from there we drive to the mountain in special cars and begin trekking.
  • Services of professional English speaking mountain guides.
NOT INCLUDED
  • International flights
  • Meals
  • Alcohol
  • Insurance

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.