8 DAYS DAMAVAND SKI TOURING
A real adventure to enjoy ski touring on the highest summit in Iran & Middle east;)
Day 1
Arrival in Tehran, Transfer to the hotel
Meals: Welcome dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Tehran
Introduction to Damavand ski touring
Ski touring has become one of the most popular winter activities in the past few years. Existence of high summits and snowy mountains has made Iran an ideal destination for this sport. In addition, the mountains in Iran are free of crevasses and the risk of avalanche is less compared to other mountain ranges thus ski touring is safer. This program is designed for those interested in ski touring and skiing and want to have a unique experience. Mount Damavand ski touring program offers skiers a chance to conquer the most prominent peak in Iran and the Middle East and enjoy skiing on this beautiful mountain. Skiing from more than 5000 meters of altitude is the opportunity of a lifetime. In this program you’ll ski from the Damavand summit and descend about 2500-2600 meters until you reach the southern base camp (Goosfandsara at 3100 m). You also get the chance to see the beauties of Mount Damavand and admire them in the off season without the crowd. You’ll first climb the mountains in Doberar mountain range as acclimatization phase. Doberar mountain range contains 13 known peaks higher than 4000 meters and magnificent valleys in which you can ski. Skiing in this mountain range, you’ll gain a memorable experience with normally good snow conditions and prepare for conquering Damavand summit. Climbing Mount Damavand will be easier and more satisfying after preparing at the Doberar mountain range.
Travel Itinerary
Travel Gallery
This gallery shows you each step of your Itinerary with a complete description. Watch till the end & Imagine stepping your foot on Damavand Peak ;)
Mount Damavand (5610m), Haraz Road, Polur, Damavand Ski Tour
Mount Gol-e Zard (3800m), Polur Village
Enjoy Skiing on powder snow, Doberar Mountain Range, Ski Touring
Lasem Village (2700m), foothills of Doberar Mountain Range
Lasem Village (2700m), Getting ready for Ski Touring on Doberar Mountain Range
Ski touring on Doberar Range, to the summit of Angemar Peak (4050m)
Ski touring on Doberar Range, to the summit of Angemar Peak (4050m)
Skiing on Angemar Peak (4050m), Doberar Mountain Range
A brilliant view of Damavand (5610m) from the top of Doberar Peak (4250m)
On the summit of Doberar (4250m), Damavand Ski Touring
Ski Touring On Doberar Range, to the summit of Doberar (4250m), Acclimatization for Damavand Ski Touring
Ski touring To the summit of Doberar Peak (4250m), Damavand Ski tour
Skiing on powder on the way back from Doberar Peak, Damavand Ski touring
Walking to reach the snowfield, Doberar Peak and mountain range from Lasem Village
Dobarar Range at the background
Transfer close to Goosfandsara (3100m), Doberar Range at the background
On the way to Bargah-e Sevom Hut from Goosfandsara at 3300m
Arriving at Bargah-e Sevom Hut (4200m)
Bargah-e Sevom Hut (4200m), Damavand Ski Tour
Dining room at Bargah-e Sevom Hut (4200m)
Foods and equipment carried to Bargah-e Sevom Hut (4200m)
Having soups at Bargah-e Sevom Hut (4200m), Damavand Ski Touring
Damavand Summit Day, Ski touring from Bargah-e Sevom Hut
Damavand summit day, ski touring above 5000m, Damavand Ski tour
On the way to damavand summit sulfur hill at 5300 m
On the top of Damavand (5610m), Damavand Summit
Damavand Summit (5610m)
Damavand Summit (5610m) with a multinational group from Germany, Switzerland, and Austria
skiing down to Goosfandsara Doberar range at the background Damavand ski touring
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Additional Information
Acclimatization and Preparation:
Our acclimatization program is resulted from years of experience in guiding various types of people through their hike and is set to be suitable for people living in locations that are near sea level high. But even people who haven’t experienced more than 3000m of height won’t have any issues during their journey.
Our Guides:
Our guides are qualified mountain climbers with years of experience in leading tours and a history of conquering 7000/8000 meter high peaks in Himalia mountain range in their resume.
In addition to their experience and thorough knowledge of mountain routes, our guides have taken multiple courses in rescuing and first aid to assure our fellow mountain climbers’ safety throughout the trek.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Services & Inclusions
- All Transportations (from Tehran to … and back), private air-conditioned VAN or Sedan Car (depending on the group size)
- Jeeps (4WD vehicles for the dirt roads)
- All accommodations (7 nights)
- Full Board (B, L, D, snacks are also included) all types of diets (vegetarian, vegan, Gluten free etc.)
- Bottled mineral water
- Tea/Coffee (no limitations) in camps
- Luggage carriage with mules/porters (15kg/person)
- Damavand permit fee (50$ per person)
- A certified expert English-speaking mountain guide
Exclusions
- International airfares, taxes, and surcharges
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry or phone calls
- Visa costs (governmental fee)
- Tips to local guides and drivers
- Extra nights of accommodations
- Single room supplement
- Emergency Rescue Cost
- Trekking Equipment Rental
Equipments
Please check the items below that are required for the trekking:
- Back Pack (30-40 liters)
- Base layers
- Mid Layer
- Ski clothing (Pants and Jacket, Waterproof and breathable)
- Warm trekking pants (preferably waterproof)
- Light down jacket
- Gore-tex jacket (waterproof)
- Warm hat
- Sun cream
- Headlights
- Mattress
- Trekking boots (waterproof)
- Thin gloves
- Thick gloves(Waterproof)
- Thin socks
- Thick socks
- Neck Gaitor
- Sunglasses
- Sleeping Bag (Comfort level -10)
- Helmet
- Ski Rucksack
- Transeiver, Shovel and probe
- Skis, Skins, Bindings
- Ski Boots
- Goggles (Protective eyewear)
- Ski Poles
Tents/beds, meals, drinks and cooking stuffs will be provided by Cheetah-Adventures Agency.
Note: If you do not have one or any of these equipment you can rent from us.
Trip Map
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Andrea76Toth2023-07-18Adventure of a Lifetime Been dreaming about visiting Iran and climbing my first 5 thousander for quite some time. I knew it was just a matter of time and finding the right people to help us turning our dream into reality. And then we found them: Cheetah Adventure team.First of all, thanks to Ali, the head of the team, who helped us with our visa and organised our trip. He was patient enough to answer all our questions prior the trip.Deep respect to Ashkan and Mehrdad our mountain guides. Without their tips and assistance our team wouldn't be able to summit Damavand (5610m) so easily. So even if you are an experienced hiker, do not attempt to climb this giant without these people. They do know the mountain, more than anyone.Thanks to Mohammad and Mehrdad who guided us in concrete jungles of Tehran and Isfahan. Showing us the most important and amazing sights, leading us through narrow passages in bazaars, introducing us the tastiest local dishes. Last but not least, I'm extremely grateful to our skillful and experienced drivers. They were life- savers, for sure.Going Back? Definitely! Iran has so much to offer! See you in Persian Gulf ... Let's see what's in the depth of the crystal clear waters...VerifiedSvetlana Matijevic2023-07-16Cheetah-Adventures an excellent choice for a trip to Iran. I was on an excellently organized and even better executed hiking-tourist tour.Caring for the individual and making the most of every moment by wonderful guides who I experienced as close friends.Thank you for the patience and emotion you shared with us at every step.VerifiedMira Antić2023-07-15Let Cheetah Adventures introduce you to Iran Highly recommended for this team. You will feel like you are visiting friends.Everything worked perfectly, hiking, climbing Damavand and tourist part. I was pleasantly surprised at every step of the journey.Fantastic choice and way to represent Iran. History, culture, traditions, food...Professional, wonderful and friendly, caring, attentive... they just spoiled us ????.Thank you for everything.Verifiedvlastimir2023-07-11Epic adventure. July 10th, 2023Great group of people! Amazing level of expertise. Infinitive amount of patience with every whimsical wish of ours. You should let this guys help you experience Iran. Thank you guys!VerifiedD D2023-06-21CLIMB OF DAMAVAND AND 1-DAY TOUR IN TEHRAN CONTACTED CHEETAH ADVENTURES TO ORGANISE A GUIDED CLIMP OF MOUNT DAMAVAND, ON JUNE 2023. COMMUNICATION WAS EFFICIENT AND ORGANIZATION WAS VERY PROFFESSIONAL. VISA WAS ISSUED QUICKLY AND THE TRANSPORT / CLIMB SCHEDULE WAS AS AGREED. FRIENDLY PEOPLE, ADAPTABLE TO THE SITUATIONS , WITH THE RIGHT LEVEL OF FLEXIBILITY, AS AND WHEN NEEDED. LAST DAY WAS DEDICATED TO A WELL ORGANISED GUIDED TOUR OF TEHRAN. I WAS LEFT WITH VERY POSITIVE IMPRESSIONS. SPECIAL THANKS TO ALI (CHEETAH ADVENTURES CEO), ASHKAN (MY MOUNTAIN GUIDE) AND SABER (MY TEHRAN TOUR GUIDE). MAY GOD HELP AND PROTECT YOU ALL.VerifiedКсения2023-05-05Best weekend in Iran We wanted to thank Ali and Mehdad for their hospitality, professionalism, loyalty to their work and awesome memories. First of all Ali helped us to get a visa in a matter of two days, which is crazy fast. Without getting any money in advance because there was a problem with transactions from our side. He did it based on pure trust. Then already in a country we accidentally left our passports in Teheran, cause of the hotel’s policy, they take your passport while you stay there, and after being checked out walking around in different city, we remembered about such a tiny thing like your passport being left out in another country, Ali helped to resolve this problem too. Which we were really grateful for. Besides all the views and all the history. It was top-notch. The most memorable trip abroad so far, thank you guys for everything. We’re hoping to come back and will try to repeat the adventure with you. Sorry for the delayed review. Hope to see you soon ???? Jane and KseniiaVerifiedaleksandar k2022-10-26I'm bringing a wonderful life from Persia! Thank you to our guides, and especially the drivers from Cheetah Adventures, for helping mountaineers from Serbia (PSK POBEDA), and at the same time tourists, to get to know beautiful Persia in 15 days.VerifiedHeidi H2022-10-25Iranian culture trip Our trip to Iran could not have been better prepared and organized. My husband and I traveled with our 6 year old daughter for the last 3 weeks during a time of change in Iran. As part of our family has a US passport, we had great support by Ali to make sure our Visas are processed accordingly. It was not easy but it all worked out with Ali’s help.Ali and his guides Farid and Mousse took great care of us and were very knowledgeable about the history and places we visited. We did not feel as normal tourists on this trip but we were treated as friends and family throughout the entire time of our trip. The Iranian people are warm, welcoming and extremely friendly. They are proud of their heritage, their long world history and the normal people on the streets are just beautiful - inside out!Obviously, change is going to happen in Iran. We listened to the peoples stories, wishes, dreams and desires. They are all ready for the world to embrace them and take them in as equal partners and friends. Our heart is with the Iranian people.Verifiedpohlak882022-10-16Damavand 4 trek I had a pleasure to do 4-day Damavand trek with Ali. From the beginning we had good communication, everything was clear and on time. The equipement was provided and things well organised, the pace well adjusted. Ali is very experienced climber and helpful with sharing his knowledge about mountains and Iran itself, which made the whole expierience very natural and personal. Couldn't recommend it moreVerifiedDeja Vu2022-10-13Persian beauty Thanks Ali, Mohammad, Mehrdad and Tannaz for being our friends and not ordinary tourist guides during our two weeks journey in Iran. Thanks for showing us the beauty of your country but more importantly for showing us the spirit and kindness of the Iranian people. A unique experience! Highly recommended!
Dates & Prices
Our tour packages are available on multiple dates to guarantee our customer’s comfort
- Volume Discount: Groups of 4 or more people will have the advantage of a discount.
- Early Bird Discount: You can enjoy a 5% to 10% early bird discount in case you look at least 3 to 6 months prior to your trip start date.
- Single supplement: A 30% surcharge would apply for solo travelers.
Flexible Date Prices
| Flexible Date Departure | Price per Person | Request Booking |
|---|---|---|
| January | €1299 | Enquire now |
| February | €1299 | Enquire now |
| March | €1149 | Enquire now |
| April | €1199 | Enquire now |
| May | €1099 | Enquire now |
| Other months (off season) | Not applicable |
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Contact
Address: Unit 3, No 4, Afzal Alley, Dr. Shariati St. Tehran, Iran,
+98 901 9800 150 (available on WhatsApp)
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About Cheetah Adventures
Cheetah-Adventures is an Iran tour operator & Iran travel agency aiming to provide services for travelers from around the globe who aim to visit Iran. Cheetah-Adventures is named after the Iranian Cheetah, a critically endangered cheetah subspecies surviving today only in Iran.
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