CLIMBING MOUNT ARAGATS – SOUTHERN PEAK

Availability : July – Octօber

Yerevan to Lake Kari

HIKE TO THE SOUTHERN PEAK OF MOUNT ARAGATS 3887M

Details

Armland Adventure Club organizes individual ascents to the southern peak of Mount Aragats (3887m). Aragats is an extinct volcano, as a result of the eruption four peaks were formed. The lowest of which is the southern one.

The starting point of the route is Lake Kari at an altitude of 3200 m, formed as a result of melting snow.

A rocky path leads to the top of the mountain. Throughout the hike from the south, the mysterious Ararat accompanies, which is sometimes lost in the fog. From the top there is a beautiful view of the crater and the other three peaks.

The name of the mountain “Aragats” (Ara, gah-throne) in translation from Armenian means the throne of Ara the Beautiful. Namely, Mount Ara is located nearby.

Climbing seasonJuly- October
Starting pointLake Kari
Trail length10 km
Duration5-6 hrs
Absolute height3887 m
Relative height600 м
DifficultyModerate

 

Hiking gear

  • Trekking boots
  • Comfortable sporty clothes
  • Exctra warm clothes
  • Raincoat
  • Backpack 20-30l
  • Firs-aid-kit
  • Sunglasses (category 3)
  • Sunscreen
  • Head torch
  • Lunchbox and water (1-2l)

Price List

1-3 ppl4-6 ppl7-12 ppl13-18 ppl
250$350$400$490$

 

Inclusions:

  • Transfer Yerevan – Lake Kari – Yerevan
  • Service of professional mountain guides

 

Exclusions:

  • Meals

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