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?
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).
- All transportations from/to Van airport and back from Mount Ararat, Mount Nemrut, Mount Süphan, and cultural sites
- Mule services for baggages and other equipments on the mountains
- 2 nights with breakfast in a hotel in Doğubayazıt (twin-sharing room)
- Professional Local Guide, Assistants, Cook, Camp Manager and Staffs
- Equipments
- Crampons for Mount Ararat summit attack
- Mattresses
- Tents (1 tents for 2 persons)
- Emergency Oxygen bottle and First Aid Kit
- Walkie Talkie for team communication
- All meals and drinks on the mountains
- Mount Ararat Climbing Permit (50 USD) and Entrance Fee for İshak Paşa palace
- Summit Certificates
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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