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Mount Demavend Trek

Continent: Asia
Country: Iran
Region:
Latitude: 35.95 N
Longitude: 52.11 E
Difficulty: walk up or technical
Elevation: 5671 m; 18,606 ft


Best month for climbing:

September is the driest month on Damavend. It means we will not cross any glacier or snow fields, so you don"t need any crampons or ice axe. You will need a good sleeping bag and tent (available for rent), warm clothing, gloves and mittens, sun glasses and trekking poles. Also, having good wind-stopper jackets for bad weather conditions is a must.


Mount Demavend Iran summit photo, Demavent
Demavend summit is 18,606 ft
Services include:
  • government climbing permit
  • transportation
  • guide(s)
  • porters with horses
  • camping equipment
    (for rent)
  • meals
  • accommodations recommendations

Mount Demavend Iran photo, Demavent

Mount Demavend Iran photo, Demavent
Mount Demavend

Mount Demavend Iran photo, Demavent
Winter trekking on Mount Demavend, Iran

Mount Demavend technical climbing, Iran photo, Demavent

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Mount Demavend Iran photo, Demavent
Mount Demavend is the tallest mountain in Iran.

Damavend Mountain is visible in clear weather from the capital of Tehran, 66 km to the south-west. Its 5671-meter peak is the highest point in Iran. Also, the fact that Damavend Mountain is the highest volcano in Asia, puts its name in the seven volcanic summits' list! So, scaling Damavend is a must to realize your dream of summitting all highest volcanoes of seven continents. If you wish to ascend this beautiful and conic shaped stratovolcano, we offer you two routes on the south and north faces of the highest peak in the Middle East.

Mount Demavend Iran photo, Demavent
September is the best month for climbing Mount Demavend

The Northern Route:

At the north foothills of Mt Damavend, 120 km from the crowded capital of Tehran, lies the remote village of Nandal. A few kilometeres further than this village we start our north face ascent of Mt Damavend at the altitude of 2900 meters. On the north face we have two shelters at 4000 meters and 4800 meters. The latter is the highest shelter in Mt Damavend. So our acclimatization on this face progresses between these shelters. Being adjacent to Dobisel and Sioleh glaciers, the north route is a little colder than the south route. Also comparing the south face, the north face is steeper and less crowded. So, if you expect to enjoy a calm and quiet atmosphere in the mountain, we recommend this route.

The Southern Route:

The southern route is the most common route up Mount Damavend. It is accessible by some 2 or 3 hours drive from Tehran via Haraz road. Two camp sites at 3000 m (Goosfand sara) and 4150 m (Bargah Sevom) are there in the route, where mules will carry all of your equipment up to the hut at 4150 meters. Starting from Tehran, we will stay one night in GoosfandSara and another night in Bargah Sevom. Also we will stay another day above 4000 metere for acclimatization before summit push. We recommend the southern route as the easiest and most guaranteed route up to the peak.

Mount Demavend Iran photo, Demavent

Shiraz is located near the Zagros Mountains in central Iran. It was here that the Shiraz grape was first cultivated and pressed into wine allegedly inspiring the great 14th-century poet, Hafez, to write of love. He, along with other poets, are also credited with preserving the Farsi language and Persian culture. In the aftermath of the 1979 revolution, all wineries were closed as required by Islamic law, which prohibits the production and consumption of alcohol. The region's fertile terrain yields a wide selection of grains, fruits, and vegetables that helps feed Iran's 70 million inhabitants.

6-Day Mount Demavend, Iran, Tour:

The Northern Route

  • Day 1
    Drive from Tehran about 6 hours to Big Rock (2900 meters); continue a few kilometeres further to Nandal village (2400 meters) in the northern foothills of Mt Damavend; overnight in tent
  • Day 2
    Trek up to 1st shelter in north route (4000 meters); overnight in tent
  • Day 3
    Trek up to 2nd shelter in north route (4800 meters); overnight in tent
  • Day 4
    Make an early start to reach the summit, then descend to Nandal village; overnight in local house
  • Day 5
    Drive to Ab-e-Garm for relaxing in spa; drive back to Tehran; flight to Istanbul
  • Day 6
    Istanbul tour and shopping

The Southern Route

  • Day 1
    Drive from Tehran about 3 hours to Goosfandsara (3000 meters) on the south face of Mount Damavend; overnight in tent
  • Day 2
    Trek up to Bargah Sevom (4100 meters); overnight in hut tent
  • Day 3
    Acclimatization day - Trek up to ice fall (4900 meters) and descend to Bargah Sevom (4100 meters); overnight at hut tent
  • Day 4
    Make an early start to reach the summit and descend to Rayneh village; overnight at local house
  • Day 5
    Drive to Ab-e-Garm for relaxing in spa; drive back to Tehran; flight to Istanbul
  • Day 6
    Istanbul tour and shopping

Rates:

Please contact us for rates.

Rates average from US $100 to $150 (Euro 75-115) per day per person, depending on the season, size of group, length of tour, and whether you desire airport transfers, accommodations in town, tents on the mountain, and a cultural tour. Let us take the hassle out of your planning and save you money at the same time.

Private tour guides are available upon request for individuals and families. We can provide guides who speak English, German, French, or Turkish.

Travel agencies and tour operators, please contact us for special group discounts. We are happy to work with you to customize package tours to suit your needs.

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