Acclimatization for Mt Damavand

How to Acclimatize for Mount Damavand?

The Difficulty of Damavand Iran 5,671 mters in summer season is similar to Mt Kilimanjaro 5,895 metres, in Tanzania, the highest peak of Africa, but in winter is a quite different story and it is much more difficult and should be compared to a 7000m peak!
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Climbing to Damavand Peak in summer is technically easy but physically a difficult hike, the main challenge of the ascend is acclimatization and the fact that the air gets thinner with less oxygen as you gain altitude, so to increases you chance of success and decrease the risk of AMS and to enjoy a safe climb to the Damavand Summit, it is vital to become accustomed to this new conditions. This page is the recommended page you might like for more data Climb Damavand.

How to Acclimatize?

There are different ways, we recommend this way which have been practiced successfully several times before, and we believe it is the best way for foreign climbers who intednd to ascend in a short form Itinerary.

Day 1: Arrival Day + Acclimatization

In the first day of itinerary and on your arrival day to Iran, go by car directly from IKA airport to Damavand Camp1 Polour altitude 2270m, in Polour village, just relax there, rest the day and sleep the night, no climbing or hard activity and no pollution of Tehran weather.

Polour Resort is the best starting point for the mountain and Accommodation place for climbers who intend to ascend Mt Damavand from calsic south route or the west route.
Damavand Camp1 Polour FAQ.

Day 2: Ascend to Camp3 New Hut + Acclimatization

In the second day of your trip go by car to Damawand Camp2 - Base, and by 4 to 5 hours slow trek go to Damavand Camp3 - Bargah Sevom New Hut, over night at camp3 for more acclimatization, Damavand Camp3 Shelter FAQ.

Remember that Camp2 - Base camp, called Goosfand Sara or Mosque is not a suitable place for Accommodation in summer because it is too crowded and too dirty, for acclimatization you better use camp1 Polour or Camp3 Bargah Sevom New Hut only. Damawand Camp2 Base FAQ.
See also Warning .

Day 3: Summit Day

In the third day, you are almost ready for a safe climb to the summit. Visit also Damavand Weather Forcast.

Day 4: Reserved Day for More Acclimatization or Bad Weather

In case you need more time for acclimatization, in the third day you can ascend to nearby heights and descend to camp3 and stay one more night at camp3 and attempt the summit on forth day of your program. Damavand Camp3 New Hut FAQ.

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Damavand Base Camp
Damavand Base Camp, also known as Goosfand Sara Campsite, stands as the most accessible and well known starting point for treks up Mount Damavand in Iran. Situated at 3,040 meters above sea level, it features a small mountain refuge, a mosque named Saheb al Zaman, and a sheepfold. This camp serves as the primary entry point for the south route climbs during the summer, positioned at coordinates 35.9020° N and 52.1094° E.

Damavand Camp
Mount Damavand offers ten camps and shelters, providing hikers and mountaineers with essential amenities and a place to rest. Strategically positioned along the four routes to the summit, these campsites help trekkers relax, acclimate to the high altitude, and safely plan overnight stays. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of Damavand’s camps, including mountain huts, shelters, and tenting spots, along with their locations and safety details. It is designed to assist hikers in planning and executing treks on various routes. For more details and in-depth information, please visit Damavand Camp.

Damavand Tour Supported Services
When you book a Damavand guided tour with a trusted climbing agency like Damavand-Info, we offer a variety of services and logistics tailored specifically for your climbing adventure. This list represents general services, which are fine-tuned for each group and confirmed via email. We provide extensive support for hiking, trekking, climbing, Damavand ski touring, and snowboarding in the Alborz and Zagros Mountains. Our offerings include transportation, experienced local climbing guides, permits, accommodation, and emergency safety measures.

To ensure a smooth experience, Damavand Info arranges for essential gear to be delivered to high camps in advance. This eliminates the need for carrying heavy equipment or using mules and porters. Provided equipment includes food, drinks, cooking gear like stoves and gas canisters, sleeping bags, mattresses, and tents if needed.

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