3 Volcano Ski Tours Mount Ararat, Mount Süphan, Mount NemruT

A Backcountry Skiing Adventure on Three VolcanoesAre you ready for a backcountry skiing adventure on Turkey’s three highest volcanic mountains?

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Day 1:

Meet our guide at Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN).

Transfer to the hotel in Van.

Try Van’s famous local dishes.

Our guide will brief you on the tour itinerary.

Overnight hotel (Van)

Day 2:

Transfer from the hotel to Nemrut Crater(1,5 hr drive).

The ascent to the crater’s highest point takes 4–5 hours.

Photo stop at the summit of Nemrut Crater, accompanied by the breathtaking view of the crater lake.

Descend from an elevation of 2,948 m while enjoying the view of Lake Van.

Transfer to the hotel in Bitlis-Adilcevaz via the vehicle waiting at the transfer point.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Bitlis-Adilcevaz

Day 3:

Transfer from the hotel to the starting point of the Mount Süphan ascent (Kışkınlı Village, 2,340 m).

A 5–8 hour ski ascent to the summit of Mount Süphan.

An unforgettable skiing experience at an elevation of 4,058 m, accompanied by views of Lake Van

The descent from the summit of Mount Süphan on skis takes 2 hours and 40 minutes.

Mount Süphan, Turkey’s second-highest volcanic peak, is the most popular summit for skiing.

Transfer to the hotel in Doğubeyazıt in the vehicle waiting at the pickup point.

Day 4:

Transfer from the hotel to the starting point of the Mount ararat ascent (Çevirme Village, 2,000 m).

Ascent from Çevirme Village to the campsite at 3,000 meters.

Camping at 3,000 meters.

Dinner is served in the tent at the campsite.

The campsite location and ascent duration may vary depending on snow conditions.

Overnight stay at the Mount Ararat Campsite

Day 5:

After breakfast at the campsite 

We’ll make a 7–8 hour ski ascent to the summit of Mount Ararat, Turkey’s highest volcanic peak.

We’ll make an unforgettable descent from an elevation of 5,137 meters.

Hand over your tents and backpacks to our team members; they’ll transport them to the starting point for you.

Transfer from Mount Ararat to the hotel.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Doğubeyazıt.

Day 6:

Say goodbye to your guide.

Return home with memories of a wonderful ski tour.

Transfer from Doğubeyazıt to Iğdır (IGD) Airport (1 hour).

 

Service included in our price
Photographs from our tours

summary table

4 Days

Duratıon

Türkiye

Location

mid May - mid Sep

Season

minimum of 5 members

Group Size

Van - Igdir - Agri Airport

Meeting Point

Hotel, Tent

Accommodation

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