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Helpful info for Climbing Mount Damavand 5671m
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Climbing Mount Damavand , 5671 meters , Iran's highest and most prominent mountain, can make a lifelong memories. The mountain itself may look more attractive from afar than from close up, but the views on clear days and the experience of climbing with a group of equally minded hikers from around the world are very rewarding.
Mount Damavand Photo Gallery
ABC for Mountain Climbing
If you intend to ascend Mt Damavand for the first time , you better to start with the simple abc info which leads you to more detailed in other pages.
A - You should know some information about this volcano, its routes ,camps. You need a good season timing and weather condition. A good guide or coach is very helpful and increases you chance of success.
B - Proper Gear & Equipment, Ordinary and basic equipment is enough for a summer climb . Plus some food and drink .
C - Timing and Climbing. You should know abc of mountain climbing , how to climb , acclimatization, when to start, when to rest. The ascent to the summit is not technical and does not require major climbing skills but you need a good physical fitness, the main challenge of the climb is acclimatization and the fact that the air gets thinner as you gain altitude.
For more details visit : Timing
Maps and Signs for Mt Damavand
Routes
Mount damavand has 16 routes, 4 of these routes ( south north east and west ) are popular, each with a shelter at about 4000m.The north face has an extra shelter at 5000m, the most popular side is the south face, most climber start their ascent to the summit from south route.
South Route
It is easily accessible from Tehran or north of Iran, the short way from Tehran through Haraz main road make southern approach best Trail. This is by far the easiest and the best side, the ascent to the summit is also shorter.
Google Earth Mt Damavand
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Climbing Equipment
In order to enjoy a safe hike to the summit of Mount Damavand, it is crucial to bring the proper equipment. Some of the most important things to bring are listed below:
Proper Shoes
The rocky, steep terrain in some sections and the potential of sudden, strong wind gusts are reasons to bring proper hiking shoes .
Proper Clothes
Bring proper protection against low temperatures and strong winds. It is usually below zero at the summit, and strong winds often make it seem even colder. Bring rain gear, as weather conditions can change very quickly in the mountains. Gloves are recommended both against the coldness and for hiking the steep, rocky passages.
Altitude Sickness
The human body requires some time to adjust to a sudden increase of altitude, otherwise there is a risk of headache, dizziness and nausea. Quite a few people, who climb mount damavand, fall victim to altitude sickness. To avoid altitude sickness, you are advised to tackle the mountain at a slow pace and make frequent breaks. An overnight stay at Bargah Sevom Camp is recommended as opposed to a straight climb to the top. There are no bottles of oxygen, available at mountain hut, you may bring your own as an effective tool in preventing and fighting altitude sickness.
Mount Damavand Photo Gallery
ABC for Mountain Climbing
If you intend to ascend Mt Damavand for the first time , you better to start with the simple abc info which leads you to more detailed in other pages.
A - You should know some information about this volcano, its routes ,camps. You need a good season timing and weather condition. A good guide or coach is very helpful and increases you chance of success.
B - Proper Gear & Equipment, Ordinary and basic equipment is enough for a summer climb . Plus some food and drink .
C - Timing and Climbing. You should know abc of mountain climbing , how to climb , acclimatization, when to start, when to rest. The ascent to the summit is not technical and does not require major climbing skills but you need a good physical fitness, the main challenge of the climb is acclimatization and the fact that the air gets thinner as you gain altitude.
For more details visit : Timing
Maps and Signs for Mt Damavand
Routes
Mount damavand has 16 routes, 4 of these routes ( south north east and west ) are popular, each with a shelter at about 4000m.The north face has an extra shelter at 5000m, the most popular side is the south face, most climber start their ascent to the summit from south route.
South Route
It is easily accessible from Tehran or north of Iran, the short way from Tehran through Haraz main road make southern approach best Trail. This is by far the easiest and the best side, the ascent to the summit is also shorter.
Google Earth Mt Damavand
For more details visit :
Climbing Equipment
In order to enjoy a safe hike to the summit of Mount Damavand, it is crucial to bring the proper equipment. Some of the most important things to bring are listed below:
Proper Shoes
The rocky, steep terrain in some sections and the potential of sudden, strong wind gusts are reasons to bring proper hiking shoes .
Proper Clothes
Bring proper protection against low temperatures and strong winds. It is usually below zero at the summit, and strong winds often make it seem even colder. Bring rain gear, as weather conditions can change very quickly in the mountains. Gloves are recommended both against the coldness and for hiking the steep, rocky passages.
Altitude Sickness
The human body requires some time to adjust to a sudden increase of altitude, otherwise there is a risk of headache, dizziness and nausea. Quite a few people, who climb mount damavand, fall victim to altitude sickness. To avoid altitude sickness, you are advised to tackle the mountain at a slow pace and make frequent breaks. An overnight stay at Bargah Sevom Camp is recommended as opposed to a straight climb to the top. There are no bottles of oxygen, available at mountain hut, you may bring your own as an effective tool in preventing and fighting altitude sickness.
Tours
4- Rock, Boulder and Ice Climbing Tours
We offer private rock, boulder and ice climbing tours, covering a variety of iran mountain climbing activities, which range from a simple mountaineering, ideal for complete beginner, up to advanced winter climbing and alpine style, with high qualified guides to share their experience to give you the best chance of success.
There are some big climbing walls in Iran, Alam Koh wall about 800 meters is the hightest, starting at 4200m to the summit well known for foreign climbers.
- Mount Alam koh 4850m, Kelardasht, Gilan Provice, Iran
- Mount Alvand, Hamedan, Hamedan Provice
- Mt Sabalan 4820, Ardebil, Ardabil Provice
- Mount Tochal 3960m, Tehran- Ice Climbing, Hamaloon icefall
Visit also our weblogs: Mount Damavand Guide , Iran Natur and Iran Culture.
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