Climbing Damavand from North East Route

Climbing Mount Damavand from Northeast Route

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You can read the Mt. Damavand Northeast Tour itinerary and day-by-day details of this trip below. But wait a minute!!! It’s a pity if you want to climb Damavand from the northeast route, but haven’t read the “Legends and Lore: Mount Damavand’s Mythology” article.

Please note that the itinerary may have changed due to weather conditions and your mountain guide decision.

1st Day

Toward Damavand Northeast Basecamp, Nandal village (~2400 m)

Regularly between 9-10 am, the company’s agent and your mountain guide, will pick you up from your residence in Tehran (or the airport for a group of 3 or more persons) and drive you through the Haraz Road to the Nandel village Damavand northeastern base camp.

This road is one of the three famous mountainous and beautiful roads of Iran, which crosses the Alborz mountain range with a beautiful view from Damavand Mountain to the Caspian Sea and the northern cities of Iran.

Due to the importance of using fresh and healthy food in the mountain tours, we will stop in small towns along the way to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, bread, and what you may need.

In the middle of the way, near the Polour village, Damavand’s southern face appears and we can have a short stop for photography.

Depending on the road traffic, after driving of 150 km in 3 to 5 hours, we will reach the summer village of Nandal, Damavand Base Camp on the northeastern side, at an altitude of approximately 2400 meters.

There we will stay at a local house or eco-camp. After lunch and short rest, we can hike around the village at higher altitudes for better acclimatization and photography.

The northern and northeastern route of Damavand is much more secluded than the normal route of Damavand Mountain (southern path), so If we are lucky, we can enjoy the wildlife of this area.

After eating a local dinner, we get ready for a pleasant sleep in this beautiful village.

O /N at the local house or eco-camp in Nandal village (L.D).

3-5 hrs       +600 m       2-3 hrs       Local House/ Eco-Camp       Half Board

2nd Day

Drive to 2900 m by 4WD, Start Trekking Damavand Northeast Route

Today, after breakfast, we leave the extra equipment like city clothes, shoes, etc. in Nandal village accommodation and pack extra bags & luggage that must be transported to the upper camp by mule or porter (each luggage including two person’s stuff should be about 15 kg).

Then, by using the 4WD or Pickup, we will transfer to the Goosfandsara (or Gardaneh Sar) at the end of the gravel road at an altitude of approximately 2900 meters (an hour driving).

After delivering luggage to the porters or mules, we start our trekking slowly and steadily in the Damavand northeast route. The next camp will be at an altitude of approximately 4100 meters in the Chaman Bon area (which means grassland).

Along with the trekking, we will have short breaks for better acclimatization (every hour, ten minutes of rest) and we will enjoy the beautiful scenery of Damavand’s northeast side. Lunch and snack packages have already been prepared for the group that we will enjoy along the way.

Our ascent with medium pace and pressure will take about 6 hours. After arriving at the camp and having hot soup, we will relax and enjoy the surrounding scenery.

Due to the importance of a good acclimatization process and healthy nutrition in climbing Damavand Peak, Iran Exploration mountain guides, constantly check the physical condition and blood oxygen of the participants, along the way and while resting in the camp.

After having a delicious dinner and drinking enough hot liquids, get ready for a pleasant sleep at an altitude of 4100 meters and go to our tents.

O /N at the Tent Camp (full board, Breakfast. Lunch box. Dinner).

1 hrs       +1200 m       6 hrs       Tent Camp       Full Board

3rd Day

Damavand Acclimatization or Bad Weather Reserve Day

Today, for a better acclimatization process on Mt.Damavand, after having a good sleep and a delicious breakfast, we pack a lightweight backpack including hot drinks, and leave the camp to touch the higher altitude.

According to our goal, which is good acclimatization for the summit day, we are not in a hurry today and continue to climb very slowly through the northeastern edge of Damavand. Along the way, we have enough time to photograph and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Damavand.

As we ascend, on the right we have a beautiful view of the northern route of Damavand and its refuges at 4000 & 5000 m. On the left side, we can see the Yakhar Valley, the highest and largest glacier in the Iran mountains.

Depending on the team’s ability, readiness, and weather condition, we climb about 500 to 700 meters and gain altitude. We will rest several times along the way and after drinking liquids, juices, and snacks (about an hour of rest at the highest possible altitude), we will head back to the camp and rest for a successful climb to Damavand summit the next day.

We eat dinner a little earlier and go to the tent sooner. Before going to bed, we will check the climbing equipment again and prepare for tomorrow’s climb.

IMPORTANT NOTE: According to your mountain guide’s decision, if the weather conditions change and depending on the level of readiness of the group, it is possible to change the acclimatization day with the summit day and climb Damavand this day.

O /N at the Tent Camp (full board, Breakfast. Lunch box. Dinner).

N A       +500-700 m       3-5 hrs       Tent Camp       Full Board

4th Day

Climbing Damavand Summit 5610 m

Early in the morning, after breakfast and before sunrise, we leave the camp to the summit. Our guide, the first person, slowly hikes up from the best path on the northeastern ridge of Damavand, his assistant in the back of the group and the last person controls the group.

As we ascend, the sunrise heats the temperature and adds to the beauty of our path. Along the way, we will have short breaks and continue to climb slowly.

At an altitude of 5300 meters, we reach the snowy area called Snowy Roof (Bam-e Barfi in Persian). Here two northern and northeastern routes of Mount Damavand meet and merge. A little above the Snowy Roof we can smell sulfur gas, which is a sign that we are approaching the Damavand peak in less than an hour.

With a little effort and stamina, after 6-8 hours, Damavand Peak, the highest volcano in Asia, with its indescribable beauty and sound of happiness is under our feet.

After taking memorial photos, we will take the return route to the camp with more caution and maintain safety (around 3 hrs). At the camp we are welcomed with hot soup/drinks and happy to climb, we spend the last night with a delicious dinner.

IMPORTANT NOTE: It is possible to ascend from the northeast and descend from the southern route of Damavand. This is offered in the form of an additional tour and the price is different.
Request for this EXTRA OPTION

O /N at the Tent Camp (full board, Breakfast. Lunch box. Dinner).

N A       +1500 m       6-8 hrs       Tent Camp       Full Board

5th Day

Damavand Summit Celebration & Back to Tehran

Today, after delivering the stuff to the porters, we head back to Nandal village. After packing mountaineering stuff, we will return to Haraz Road by car and head towards Tehran.

We will celebrate our successful climbing to Damavand from the northeast route and take memorial pictures at lunchtime.

We will arrive in Tehran on the afternoon of the fifth day and the tour will end by delivering you to your residence in Tehran or the airport.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Damavand Climbing Certificate will be available on request.

O /N at —- (half board B.L).

3-5 hrs       -1700 m | -400 m       3-4 hrs       N A       Half Board

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As one of Iran’s tourist attractions, Damavand Peak fascinates a large number of climbers every year. The goal of all these people is not just to climb the peak, take a few memorial photos or satisfy the spirit of adventure.
Rather, some of them seek peace and enjoyment of the unique nature of Damavand, meditation, or spiritual communication.

Whatever the purpose of the climb Damavand, it is important that you do it safely and return with pleasant memories.

So to have a safe and enjoyable ascent to Damavand peak from the northeast route, in addition to paying attention to the following tips, trust the experienced Iran Exploration Tour Operator team and book your trip with us.

DISTANCES

Tehran to Damavand North East Base Camp at Nandal Village: ~ 150 km (3-5 hrs)

Gardaneh Sar (end of the gravel road) to Chaman Bon Camp 4100 m: 3.3 km (6 hrs)

Chaman Bon Camp to Damavand Summit 5610 m: 3.8 km (6-8 hrs)

DANGEROUS AREAS

At the altitude of 4800 m Damavand northeast route: Rocky and narrow paths with the danger of fall

Around 5000 to 5150 m Damavand northeast route: Rocky and narrow paths with the danger of fall

At the altitude of 5300 m Damavand northeast route to the summit: Snowy (maybe icy) path with the danger of lost the main route in ascend or descend

FOOD MENU

Iranian Cuisine including delicious meals. You can inform us about your diet, so the cooks on the mountain or outdoors will provide your meals as your wishes. Also in the cities, the guide trying to find a restaurant that prepares meals according to your diet (if availability and group conditions).

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GAIN ALTITUDES

Tehran (1600-1800 m) to Nandal Base Camp (2300 m): +500-700 m

Nandal (2300 m) to Gardaneh Sar (2900 m) by 4WD car or Pickup: +600 m

Gardaneh Sar (2900 m) to Chaman Bon Camp (4100 m) Trekking: +1200 m

Chaman Bon Camp (4100 m) to Damavand Summit (5610) Trekking: +1500 m

TRAVEL INSURANCE

As you may see in the INCLUDING SERVICES, travel insurance is not included in your package. So we strongly recommend you to buy full coverage insurance for outdoor activity (including foreign travel insurance).

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