Damavand a charming high mountain and the photogenic figure of Iran. It is encircled by many virgin trekking trails. This gigantic volcano is one of the Volcanic Seven Summits in the world. Mount Damavand (5670 m - 18600 ft) is an international climbing and ski touring target and one of the world's popular peaks. Damavand Mountain is famous for its gigantic height, its mild hiking slopes and moderate ascending grade.
The ancient Persia is called Iran in the modern era. While amazed by the very ancient history and architecture of Iran, you may forget that Iran also has a breathtaking nature. Mount Damavand, the pinnacle of Iran, is proudly at the top of the list for hiking & trekking. But the best attraction of the country is the hospitality of people which make you feel welcome.
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Summer View from Haraz Road and Polour Village
Photo by Ardeshir Soltani: Mount Damavand Trekking Guide
A Quick Guide for Trekking Mount Damavand, Iran Damavand peak is usually covered in a halo of clouds and plays an important role in Iranian folklore and myths. Damavand is more than one of the amazing natural wonders of the country. In a clear sky Damavand summit is not only visible from Tehran, but also as far as 250 km away. This giant perfect cone-shape volcano is also called Volcano Damavand! It is located in the middle of Alborz Mountain Range in north of Iran on the southern coast of the Caspian Sea. Damavand Mountain height is 5670 meters above sea level (See also Damavand Height by our GPS Measurement). Damavand Volcano is the highest volcanic mountain in Asia and the second highest volcano in the northern hemisphere.
Damavand Final steps to Damavand summit
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Snow covers the entire mountain in winter and the upper parts in the other seasons. Damavand (in Persian دماوند) has a narrow summit crater usually covered with snow-cap and cloud. The snowy white peak with its regular Cloud Cap is the most beautiful sight of Iran. Damawand is surrounded by many good looking peaks of the Alborz Chain. The view of this huge mountain looks more attractive from away than close up. In a clear day it is visible far from 250 km.
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winter view from Mt Tochal Peak
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Damavand Mountain Guides are most experienced Iranian mountaineers who offer mountain guiding support for hiking trekking, climbing and ski touring to Alborz Mountain Range and Zagros Mountain Chain in Iran. We are mainly focused on Mt. Damavand Climbing Tours and specialists in VIP guided tours to this giant volcano.
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Mount Damavand Summit - October 2007
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Trekking Damavand Mountain, Iran the highest and the most prominent peak of the country is a life time memory. The experience of climbing to this peak with a group of mountaineers from around the world is very rewarding. Before hiking Damavand, it is advised to study all the necessary info for ascending this huge mountain. In our Damavand Forum you can find the most Frequently Asked Questions and the most common answers about climbing this mountain.
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Damavand is a well-shaped conical volcano therefore it is an interesting 5000m summit for hike trek and climb. Due to its location, which is standing in the middle part of the Alborz Mountains, encircled by great number of wonderful peaks of the Alborz Mountain Range, it offers the advantage of trekking to nearby heights for acclimatization before attempting the giant volcano.
Damavand Mountain, Tehran is an admired for summer sport activities such as hiking trekking and climbing tours. Climbing Damavand, 18,600 feet is a life time memory. In a technical manner trekking to Damavand peak is easy but physically a strong challenge. Before starting the ascend you should know the essential climbing information for this giant vukan.
Mount Damavand peak is commonly covered with snow and cloud during winter. The snow-white summit with its frequent Lenticular Cap Cloud is the most nice-looking vista of Persia. Snow covers every part of the mountain in winter and just the upper parts in the other seasons.
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We organize different tours extending from a simple summer hiking ideal for beginner, up to advanced Alpine style mountaineering tour in winter suitable for experienced climbers. Many individual climbers, mountaineering groups and tour agencies use our guiding support each year. We support incoming groups with the best possible Services.
It is possible to ascend the mountain from different routes. In this subject you will discover how to climb Mount Damavand, Tehran and find the best guidelines to arrange and supervise your program to Damavand. Also raise your chance of success and enjoy a safe trek to Damawand summit. This instruction is perfect for regular mountaineers with ordinary climbing talent and common trekking equipment.
A practical guidance for trekking Damavand Mountain, Iran. Trekking to the “roof of Iran” is a memorable and a unique mountain climbing experience. Among the 4 major routes up Damavand, most mountaineers prefer the classic southern route. Technically speaking, hiking Mt Damawand in summer season is a basic walk-up. Most first-time climbers need a mountain guide for 3-5 days tour from Tehran.
Mount Damavand hiking trekking & climbing season is from mid-June to mid-September. The best months for summer trekking is in July and August. In this period the footpaths are usually free from ice & snow, Mt. Damavand Weather Forecast is mostly pleasant and temperature is usually moderate and approach by public transportation to the basecamp is easy. Although Damavand campsites are crowded in summer, but the beginners with little experience are strongly recommended to tackle the mountain during this climbing season only. Best starting day is Saturday. Note: Weekend in Iran is Thursday/Friday.
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Damavand 3rd camp Bargah-Sevom in winter season
The old shelter/refuge (4200m) and the new hut (4250m) in one view
Hike to the Summit of Damavand, the trekking south route trail is shown
Photo A.Soltani
In this topic you may find helpful information for Damavand Mountain trekking routes. The map shows the main footpaths and trails of the mountain, from starting points to the campsites and to the summit. You may also Download full size Damavand trekking route map in jpg format. Mt. Damavand is conical shape; therefore, it is possible to trek from many sides. But well-known paths are sixteen.
Four of these routes are popular for hiking trekking and climbing. The popular routes are the Classic South Route, the West Route, the North Route and the North-East Route. Each route has a different starting point and require a transportation to the beginning of the trail. The easiest route is the south route. On all faces, there are a shelter/refuge at about 4000 meters’ altitude. The Northern side has an extra shelter at about 5000m. Damavand classic South route is the most preferred above others side for hiking & trekking.
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Mt. Damavand most successfully trekking program is 3-5 days itinerary starting from C1, Camp1 Polour Resort (altitude 2270 m), and going by car to C2, summer basecamp Base Camp (altitude 3040 masl) (Goosfand-Sara or Mosque), then trekking from there to C3, Camp3 Bargah Sevom New Hut (Altitude 4250 m). Before making the climb; www.damawand.de has maps and details of the various trekking routes. Remember on the summit day and after leaving the high camp, there’s no water on the trail.
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Trekking Mount Damavand - Asia's highest volcano
Celebration on Damavand summit! 19 June 2007
Ardeshir Soltani and Toni Gosztoni celebrating after a successful climb to Damavand peak.
Essential equipment and brief personal gear list for hiking & trekking Mount Damavand, Tehran.
A short check list of the equipment you need, some of which your tour guide may provide. For a safe hike to Damawand summit it is necessary to have correct gears, suitable equipment to protect you in case of emergency and bad weather. Depending upon the weather forecast on the summit day, you may decide which equipment you need to take with you and which unnecessary gears to leave behind at the advanced camps.
This climbing equipment check list helps you learn about the gears you need for an ordinary Damavand hiking program. Remember that you should travel as light as possible. Therefore, it is necessary to bring a reasonable list of the hiking gears for your trip. For detailed trekking gear list and tips visit Damavand Full Equipment List.
Remember for Damavand trekking in summer season you do not need technical gears! But remember, even in the middle of summer season the weather may change suddenly, with strong winds and cold temperatures. Therefore, it’s important to have enough warm clothing.
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Damavand Brief Gear List
. Earplug, to block undesirable noises which may disrupt your sleep in shelter/hut
. Good trekking shoes/boots (-10 to -20 degree Celsius), gaiters, socks
. Warm Jacket and pants
. Main backpack + summit backpack
. Trekking poles (sticks)
. Warm gloves, hat, balaclava, baseball cap, scarf
. Sun glasses (with side covers)
. Sunscreen cream and lip balm
. Small personal first-aid kit
. Water Bottles
. Headlamp
. Swiss army knife
Your tour operator may provide
. Food, drinking mineral bottled water, cooking gear
. Sleeping bag (-10 to -20 °C), mattress, tent
Mount Damavand, Iran Brief gear list for trekking Damavand Mountain in summer
Essential equipment fo rhiking & trekking Mount Damavand Iran
In terms of difficulty Hiking Damavand in summer season is similar to Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. In general terms all you have to do is to trek about 8 kilometers (26200 feet) distance in 10 hours’ time with 26 degree mild slope and gain 2630 meters (8600 feet) height from basecamp (Goosfand-Sara) to the summit.
Mt. Damavand Location
Damawand Volcano is located in Larijan district in Mazandaran Province in northern Iran. It is standing on the south coast of the Caspian Sea in the middle of the Alborz Mountains about 80 Km North-East of the capital city Tehran. The coordinates and the GPS landmark of Mount Damavand south peak is: Latitude 35-57-19 N, Longitude 52-06-37 E.
Damavand Mountain, Iran South Route Difficulty
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Damavand Mountain is standing near the Caspian Sea therefore it receives heavy snowfalls in winter consequently it is an ideal place for winter sport activities such as ski tour, snowboard tour and ski mountaineering. Damawand Ski Resort is the highest skiing place in Iran and the middle-east and one of the world's best off-piste ski resorts.
In a snowy year and good snow condition, Mount Damavand is covered in snow and it is possible to ski downhill about 12 Km on mild ski able slopes from Damavand summit to the bottom. Skiers must ascend on feet or on ski to the peak because there is not any mechanical lifts such as cable car, lift chair, gondola or tele cabin in this ski resort.
Damavand South Route is the safest, the best side and a popular target for winter climbing, ski mountaineering, off-piste ski tour, Alpine style ski, snowboard and snowshoes tours. Winter sport activities are much more difficult and risky on the other faces of the mountain. Sometimes it is possible to ski Damavand in winter and spring. Remember that The amount of snowfall changes each year.
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Damavand Ski Season
Damavand Mountain Ski Season Damavand ski and snowboard season is mainly depended on the amount of snowfall in the area. The quantity of snow is different each year and it rely on the weather forecast and climate change. Damavand ski season may start from mid-November and last until mid-May. Damavand Ski Tours generally go in March & April. It is recommended to check the snow condition in Damavand ski fields in advance before you fix your program and travelling to the area. Due of its vicinity to the Caspian Sea, Damavand ski resort absorbs a great amount of snow in its snow field in autumn, winter and spring.
Damavand Mountain, Iran Ski Touring to Summit of Mt. Damavand
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Mt. Damavand Ski Touring Difficulty
Mount Damavand ski touring and winter climbing is completely different story compared to summer trekking. Ski mountaineering and winter climbing are very difficult. Despite its mild climbing ridges and without technical difficulties, freezing temperature and strong winds makes Damavand ski mountaineering troublesome.
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Hymalia Club, April 2013
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Ski Team Matthiasb Liebig From Germany - April 2015
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Damavand is a popular peak for trekking in summer. Damavand Winter Climbing is one of the most difficult ones. Although it has mild climbing slopes but freezing temperature and strong winds makes ascend very difficult. South route is the best side for winter sports, other faces are more difficult. For a safe expedition you should be very experinced, physically very fit and well-equipped. You need a high skilled experienced guide. You need a good timing and good weather. You must be well-supported and be ready for any risk.
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Damavand Winter Sport Activities
Winter Climbing, Ski Touring & Snowboarding
Stormy weather, Strong wind, very low temperature, snowfall and foggy condition
Damavand Summit - Photo by Ali Fard
Damavand Winter Season
Damavand Mountain is located near the Caspian Sea and it receives heavy snowfalls in autumn, winter and spring. Damavand Winter Season may start from mid October and last to mid April. In winter condition the wind speed may reach above 100km/h and windchill temprature to -70°C.
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Mt, Damavand Summit
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In general terms and as far as climbing is concerned Damavand Mountain has only two seasons, summer and winter! Autumn and spring are too short and considered as cold weather for trekking. In summer season, mid-June to September, Damavand weather is ideal for trekking. The weather in other seasons is tough and regarded as off-season for trekking. Read more about Mount Damavand WeatherShow
Mount Damavand Peak Weather
Regardless of the season, for a safe and a successful climb to Damavand summit in Iran you need a suitable weather forecast. Always reserve an extra day (or more) in your program for bad weather condition and don’t forget to bring enough warm clothing even in the middle of summer season.
Damavand weather in winter could change to disastrous with very strong winds, reaching more than 130 Kilometers per hour (80 miles per hour) and freezing temp dropping down to below -70°C Celsius (-94° Fahrenheit) at the top. Therefore, Damavand winter climb and ski touring is very difficult and you should be well-equipped and well-experienced for harsh weather mountaineering.
Beacuse of high wind speed, very low temperature, stormy weather, snowfall and foggy condition, icy trails and other risks Damavand winter activity is tough and very risky. Winter sports such as winter climb, ski tour, snowboard and snowshoes are graded as very difficult on this mountain.
Also reminding that rescue team and medical facilities are not available in the area in winter. In case of emergency and any injury you must only rely on your team and you need a good luck for surviving! Extra care should be taken for winter climbing and ski touring. All Damavand winter sport activities is done by your own risk!
Weather Forecast Mount Damavand, Iran
Damavand Winter Temperature, 4 February 2012
Damavand Freezing Winter Temprature -71° Celsius (-95° Fahrenheit)
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Damavand Winter Weather - Strog Wind 25 March 2021 Wind Speed 135 Kilometers per hour (84 miles per hour)
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Tow excellent source of information on all things Damavand: Damavand Info: (our website) and Mount Damavand Guide: (our weblog).
Frequently Asked Questions about Mt Damavand Iran
1- Q- Which mountain has the highest peak in West Asia?
A- Damavand Mountain in Iran
Damavand at 5,671 meters above sea level (18,602 ft.) is the highest summit in West-Asia and especially desirable summit for hiking, trekking and mountaineering tours.
2- Q- What is Mt. Damavand known for?
A- Damavand Mountain is the tallest summit in Iran and the highest volcanic mountain in the West-Asia. Mount Damavand and its surrounding areas are popular for hiking & trekking tour, climbing tours, also ski touring.
3- Q- Can you climb Mt Damavand Iran?
A- Yes you can climb Mt. Damavand in Summer season
But because of topographical area also, somewhat high height, winter climbing and ski touring to Mount Damavand Iran is a genuinely difficult climb. Despite the couple of meters contrast in genuine tallness of Damavand, this is an alone and immense mountain with uncommon climate conditions and in excess of 5670 meters elevation.
4- Q- What is the highest volcano in Iran?
A- Damavand Volcano
Mount Damavand is a dormant stratovolcano, the most significant peak in Iran and West-Asia and the most remarkable volcano in Asia, at a height of 5,670 meters (18,600 ft). ... Damavand is the twelfth most prominent top in the world and the second prominent in Asia after Mt Everest.
5- Q- What is the highest volcano in Asia?
A- Volcano Damavand in Persia
Damavand Mountain in Iran is also the largest volcano in Asia, with the elevation of 5,671 masl (18600 ft). It is an active stratovolcano situated in the center of the Alborz Mountains, near the south shore of the Caspian Sea.
6- Q- When was the last eruption of Damavand Volcano in Iran?
A- About 7,200 years ago
Volcano Damavand last eruption was about 7,200 years ago.
7- Q- Where is the highest volcano in the world?
A- Volcano Nevados Ojos del Salado
Volcano Nevados Ojos del Salado (Nevado de Incahuasi), 6,640 mabsl (21790 ft) on the border of Chile-Argentina is the highest volcano in the world, but it rises only about 2,000 m (6560 feet) above its base.
8- Q- Does Iran have any volcanic mountain?
Yes, Iran has some active volcanoes
Persia is located at impact belt between the Eurasian and the Arabian tectonic plate and has at some active intraplate volcanoes, most notably volcano Damavand which is a stratovolcano, and the highest mountain of the middle Eastern region.
9- Q- Which continent has the most volcanoes?
A- Asia , Indonesia in Asia
Indonesia in Asia has the most volcanoes in the world. Volcano Tambora erupted in 1815 and still holds the record for the largest in recent history.
10- Q- Is Mount Damavand visible from Tehran?
A- Yes Damavand Mountain is visible from Tehran.
In a clear sky Damavand Volcano is not only visible from Tehran, but also visible far from 250 Km away!
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