We continue our high-altitude climbing expeditions with the ascent of Mount Damavand.
This climb, which will follow the classic route of this mountain, the highest peak in Iran and the Middle East, does not pose any technical difficulties and is suitable for participants with intermediate to advanced hiking experience who are accustomed to staying in nature.
Mount Damavand holds significant importance in Persian mythology and culture. Standing at an elevation of 5,610 meters, it is known as the highest point in the Middle East and the highest active volcanic mountain in Asia. Situated on the southern coast of the Caspian Sea, this volcano was last reported to be active on July 6, 2007.
In Persian literature and mythology, Mount Damavand symbolizes the resistance of the Iranian people. According to Zoroastrian legends, it is believed that the three-headed dragon, Azi Dahaka, is chained within this mountain and will remain there until the end of the world. The famous epic "Shahnameh" by Ferdowsi also mentions the mountain's magical powers.
MEETING POINT
We kindly ask you to be in Tehran on the night of 28 JUNE by choosing one of our recommended flights. Our activity will start at this time. With the meeting of the group in Tehran, we will go to the hotel where we will spend the night in Tehran with our car and settle in.
Accomodation
Hotel
3000 METRE CAMP
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we will take the vehicle for transport to the mountain and set off towards Polur. In Polur, the last settlement on the outskirts of Demavend, after paying our mountain ascent fees at the Federation building, we will go to the campsite at 3200 metres where we will set up our first camp with vehicles. In this campsite where the mountain stands in front of us with its majesty, we will set up our tents and start adapting to the mountain.
Accomodation
Tent
4150m CAMP
After breakfast in the morning, we will make our preparations, give the camp load to the mules and move to the camp at 4,150 metres. With water and snacks with us, we will proceed on a route that we will walk with the beauties of the mountain on a sweet slope. When we reach 4150m, we will set up our camp and continue to rest and adapt to the mountain.
Accomodation
Tent
Acclimatization climb
We will spend today with acclimatisation by taking short walks in and around the 4150 campsite and ascending to 4500-4700m during the day to adapt to the mountain. It is important to have a day where we will eat enough and well and consume fluids for adaptation.
Accomodation
Tent
Summit day
We will start our ascent to the summit around 4-5 in the morning, depending on the weather conditions. Our plan is to reach the summit after approximately 7 hours of walking. After resting for a while at the summit, we will begin our descent. We will return to the 4150-meter camp and spend the night there.
Accomodation
Tent
Departure to Tehran
After breakfast in the morning, we will give our camp load to the mules and go to 3200; from 3200 to Polur with jeeps and from Polur to Tehran and at the end of the day we will stay in a pension in Tehran.
Accomodation
Hotel
Free Time in Tehran
You can spend this day sightseeing and shopping in Tehran.
This day can also be used as a reserve day in case the summit cannot be reached on the specified day. In this case, the day we return to Tehran will be the return day.
Accomodation
OTEL
Returning to Turkey
Now our activity is coming to an end. We will have breakfast early in the morning and set off for the airport according to the flight time.
Costs Included
*Hotel accommodation in Tehran for 2 nights in rooms for 2 or 3 persons - breakfast included
*Transfer from airport to hotel and mountain
*Polur - 3000m campsite jeep transfer
*Demavand climbing permit (mandatory tax to the Iranian government - 50 dollars)
*Camp cargo transfer with mules
*Two Mountain Guides
*Safety Equipment
Costs Not Included
*Transportation to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport
*All personal necessities
*Food and beverages throughout the activity (excluding breakfast during the hotel stay in Tehran)
Other Costs
*A limited number of camping and technical equipment can be rented for those who need equipment. (Climbing crampons, pickaxes and helmets can be rented)
*Our activities are carried out with official TURSAB certified A class tourism agencies and the costs are determined on a common sharing basis among the participants.
*In case of last minute cancellations, the full fee is requested (7 days before the start of the activity).
*Personal Accident Insurance is at the Participant's discretion.
Walking Stick
It shares and reduces the load on the legs with every movement, such as loss of balance and swaying while walking
Backpack 60-70 Lt
It should ensure that the load is carried close to the body and can be balanced on the hips and legs.
At least 60 Litres is recommended for women and at least 70 Litres is recommended for men
Gaiters
Gaiters are used to cover the gap between the pant leg and the boot. They prevent rain, dew, mud, and snow from soaking the pant leg, socks, and boots, and are made from waterproof and breathable fabrics.
Helmet
It provides protection by reducing the energy of impacts and collisions.
Gloves
Our body's tendency to reduce blood flow to the hands and feet in very cold weather makes our fingers perhaps the hardest extremities to keep warm. For this reason, we should not separate them from us.
Hat
Your uncovered head acts almost like a radiator. More than half of your body’s total heat loss occurs from here.
Beanie
As the body cools, blood flow to the legs and arms will decrease to warm vital organs. Wearing a hat will reverse this effect.
Buff
They are used to protect against the sun and cold during activities, or to create a layer when wearing a helmet.
Base layer clothing
It should release the moisture created by sweating and keep the skin dry without retaining moisture.
Middle layer clothing
It keeps warm air close to the body. As the thickness of the trapped or 'dead' air layer increases, the warmth increases
Polar
Windstopper
Softshell
Outer layer clothing
It should provide protection from wind and rain, which can lead to a drastic loss of heat.
Canteen
A flask, also known as a water bottle or canteen, is a type of thermos. This thermos can keep your water fresh and preserved for a long time.
Thermos
A container that can keep the liquid inside hot or cold.
Sunglasses
Sunglasses protect your eyes from harmful UV rays by blocking UV (ultraviolet) radiation. UV protection is a feature found in the lenses of sunglasses and is usually indicated by a number or label.
Sunscreen
Pocket knife
It is used to meet the needs for cutting and chopping in activities.
Special snacks
Foods to energise during walking, activity
Medications you use
If you are taking any medications, make sure to carry them with you and inform your guide.
Headlamp
With a headlamp that allows for free use of your hands, you can illuminate the area more practically. Don’t forget to bring a spare battery...
First aid kit
It contains sterile materials and medications necessary for first aid in emergency situations.
Sweatshirt / T-shirt
Power bank
A power bank, also known as a portable charger, is a device that allows you to charge your phone anytime and anywhere. A power bank is essentially a type of battery.
ice axe
They are materials made from special metals used for walking and climbing activities in areas with snow and ice.
Crampons
It is a mountaineering and climbing-specific equipment designed for safely walking and climbing on hard snow and ice.
Tent
It is a material designed to protect and provide shelter for the user in all weather conditions (wind, rain, snow, blizzards, etc.). Generally, the outer tent is made of waterproof and windproof nylon, while the inner tent is made of a breathable fabric that prevents water droplets from passing through.
Sleeping bag (-10/-20 comfort).
At night, our bodies lose more heat than they produce. Therefore, there is a need for a protective item that wraps around the body and prevents body heat from escaping. A sleeping bag is a material that provides thermal insulation.
Mat
Mats serve as insulation material between the sleeping bag and the ground.
Goose down jacket
It is recommended to have at least 800 verbs and a hoodie
Glove (2 Fingers)
High altitude glove with goose down padding
Boots 4/4 Sole
Hard enough to be used in ice climbing and harsh winter conditions
Auxiliary Rope
5-6mm Thickness 2 meters long
HMS Carbine
2 Pieces
Locking Carabiner
2 Pieces
Harness
Every participant must have
Closed Perlon (120)
To keep yourself safe
Çadır
Mat
Tulum
Bileklikli yürüyüş botu
Kafa lambası
Dağ ortamına uygun kıyafet (polar, gore-tex vb ceket, yürüyüş pantolonu, sentetik tişört, içlik)
Baton
Kask
Ocak-tencere seti-kartuş
Bir öğün kahvaltı, bir öğün akşam yemeği, zirve faaliyeti için ara öğün ve atıştırmalıklar
başlıca bulundurulması gereken malzemelerdir. Bilgi için rehberinizle iletişime geçiniz...
Kişisel Beyan-Kabul ve Risk Bilgilendirme Formu
1) Doğa Yürüyüşleri, hiking, trekking, her türlü dağcılık faaliyetleri, dağ kayağı, oryantiring, dalış ve su sporları faaliyetleri, bisiklet faaliyetleri, kamp ve Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan Doğa spor kulübü olarak icra edilen her türlü faaliyetlerde, ekstrem sporlar ve sosyal faaliyetlerde her türlü sorumluluğun kendime ait olduğunu, etkinliklerde tüm risklere, tehlikelere karşı aydınlatıldığımı, ölüm, kalıcı ve geçici sakatlanma, yaralanma, malvarlığı zararı dahil bütün riskleri kendi rızamla kabul ettiğimi, bireysel kaza sigortası yaptırmam gerektiği hususunda uyarıldığımı ve Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan Doğa Sporları Kulübüne, Türkiye Dağcılık Federasyonu, veya faaliyetle ilgili olan hiçbir kamu kurum ve kuruluşuna, antrenör, rehber, yürüyüş liderine herhangi bir sorumluluk yüklemeyeceğimi, hiçbir şekilde maddi veya manevi olarak sorumlu tutmayacağımı, bireysel olarak tüm güvenlik tedbirlerini alacağımı gayrıkabil-i rücu kabul, beyan ve taahhüt ederim.
2) Faaliyete engel teşkil edebilecek yüksek tansiyon, kalp hastalığı, solunum hastalıkları, adele ve eklem romatizmaları, epilepsi (sara) vb. gibi doğada tedavisi son derece güç olan herhangi bir rahatsızlığım olmadığını beyan ederim. Bu sporları yapmamı engelleyen bir ilaç almadığımı ve tedavi altında olmadığımı, doğada karşılaşılabilecek alerjik durumlara karşı ilaçlarımı yanımda bulundurduğumu, aksi durumda karşılaşılabilecek her türlü durumdan kendim sorumlu olduğumu beyan ve kabul ederim.
3) Faaliyetlerden önce ve sırasında emniyet kurallarını ihlal etmeyeceğimi, faaliyet sorumlusu, antrenörün, liderin, mihmandarın, talimat ve direktiflerine uyacağımı kabul eder, aykırı davranış veya kişisel hatalarımdan kaynaklanacak problemlerden sorumlu olduğumu kabul, beyan ve taahhüt ederim.
4) Doğada yapılan aktivitelerin; Hava şartları (fırtına ve/veya soğuk), kar altındaki kaya yapısı, rota ve kayanın zorluk derecesi, çığ oluşumu riski, kar yapısı, sis, taş düşmesi, hayvan tehlikesi, bilgi yetersizliği, fiziksel yetersizlik, antrenman eksikliği, dikkatsizlik, konsantrasyon eksikliği, aşırı enerji harcanması, özgüven fazlalığı, telaşlanmak, kontrol kaybı vs. nedenlerle risk içerdiği konusunda bilgilendirildim. Tüm bu durumları ve oluşabilecek riskleri kabul eder, tüm sorumluluğun kendi şahsıma ait olduğunu kabul, beyan ve taahhüt ederim.
5) Doğadaki yaşama zarar vermeyeceğimi ve sadece fotoğraf makinesi, telefon veya kamera ile fotoğraf/görüntü alacağımı, faaliyet sırasında bulunduğumuz bölgeye ilişkin olarak yetkili kamu kurumlarının her türlü kurallarına uyacağımı, uymadığım durumlarda bireysel olarak sorumlu olacağımı, kuralları bilmemenin veya bu kurallara dair bilgilendirilmiş olmanın sorumluluğumu kaldırmayacağını, bu kurala aykırılık nedeniyle meydana gelecek her türlü zarardan Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan Doğa Sporları Kulübüne herhangi bir sorumluluk yüklemeyeceğimi gayrıkabil-i rücu kabul ederim.
6) Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan Doğa Sporları Kulübünün faaliyetlerinde; Ad, Soyad, TC, Telefon ve Eposta gibi bazı kişisel bilgilerimin taşımacı firma, ilgili federasyon, mülki amirlikler ve ilgili kamu kurumları, etkinlik ve araç sorumlusu ile paylaşılmasına, Kişisel Verilerin Korunması Kanunu kapsamında kişisel verilerimin depolanmasına, Süphan Dağcılık Doğa faaliyetleri öncesi veya sırasında çekilen fotoğraf ve videolarımın Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan Doğa Spor Kulübü sosyal medya hesaplarında ve web sitesinde, yerel veya ulusal medyada kullanabileceğini, ayrıca kendi görüntüleme cihazlarım ile çektiğim ve ortak mesaj gruplarında paylaştığım görselleri (fotoğraf, video) Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan Doğa Spor Kulübünün, iş ortakları ya da sponsorlarının tanıtım ve haber amaçlı sosyal, yazılı ya da görsel yerel ya da ulusal tüm medyada kullanılabilmesini kabul, beyan ve taahhüt ediyorum.
7) Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan doğa sporları kulübünün E-posta ve telefon numarama katıldığım etkinlikler ile ilgili mesaj göndermesine izin veriyorum.
8) Bu dokümanın sadece bir aydınlatma formu olmadığını, aynı zamanda taraflar arasında bir anlaşma olduğunu, kendi rızamla hiçbir baskı altında kalmadan tarafımdan imzalandığımı, yukarıdaki açıklamalara aykırı hareket etmem durumunda Süphan Dağcılık ve Süphan Doğa Sporları Kulübüne, Bağlı bulunduğu Federasyonlara veya faaliyetle ilgili olan hiçbir kamu kurum, kuruluş ve kişilere herhangi bir sorumluluk yüklemeyeceğimi, hiçbir şekilde maddi veya manevi olarak sorumlu tutmayacağımı gayrıkabil-i rücu kabul ederim.
Rezervasyon ve Ödeme: Faaliyete katılmak isteyen kişilerin öncelikle rezervasyon yaptırmaları gerekmektedir. Rezervasyonlar genellikle faaliyet başlangıç tarihinden önce belirli bir süre öncesine kadar yapılabilir. Rezervasyonun tamamlanması için belirli bir ödeme yapılması gerekmektedir. Ödeme yöntemleri tur firmasına göre değişebilir.
Faaliyet İptali ve Değişiklikler: Faaliyetlerimiz önceden planlamaktadır. Ancak bazı durumlarda faaliyet iptal edilebilir veya değiştirilebilir. Bu durumda tur firması, müşterilere en kısa sürede bilgi verir ve alternatif seçenekler sunar.
Hava Şartları: Tur firmaları, hava şartlarına bağlı olarak tur programlarını değiştirme veya iptal etme hakkına sahiptir. Bu nedenle, katılımcıların faaliyet sırasında hava şartlarına uygun kıyafetler ve ekipmanlar getirmeleri gerekmektedir.
Sigorta: Tur firmaları, müşterilerine tur sırasında yaşanabilecek olası durumlar için sigorta teklif edebilir. Sigorta konusunda detaylı bilgi tur firması tarafından sağlanır.
Tur Programı: Tur firmaları, müşterilerine sunduğu tur programları konusunda detaylı bilgi verir. Tur programında yer alan aktiviteler, yemekler ve konaklama detayları gibi bilgiler tur öncesinde müşterilere aktarılır.
Geç Kalmalar: Tur programına katılan müşterilerin tur başlangıç saati ve yeri konusunda titizlikle hazırlanmaları gerekmektedir. Tur başlangıç saatinde geciken müşteriler tur programına dahil edilemeyebilir
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Personal Declaration-Acceptance and Risk Disclosure Form
1) In all kinds of outdoor activities such as hiking, trekking, mountaineering, rock climbing, orienteering, diving, water sports, cycling, camping, and any other activities organized by Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan Nature Sports Club, I acknowledge that all responsibilities are my own. I confirm that I have been informed of all risks and hazards associated with the activities, and I voluntarily accept all risks, including death, permanent and temporary disability, injury, and property damage. I acknowledge that I have been advised to obtain individual accident insurance and I will not hold Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan Nature Sports Club, the Turkish Mountaineering Federation, or any public institution or organization, coach, guide, or hike leader liable in any way, financially or morally. I accept and declare that I will take all necessary safety precautions individually, and I waive any recourse.
2) I declare that I do not have any health conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, respiratory diseases, muscle and joint rheumatism, epilepsy, etc., which could hinder my participation in outdoor activities and for which treatment is extremely difficult in nature. I declare that I am not taking any medication that prevents me from doing these sports and I am not under treatment. I also declare that I have medications with me for any allergic conditions that may occur in nature, and I accept and declare that I am responsible for any situation that may arise to the contrary.
3) I agree not to violate safety rules before and during activities, and I agree to follow the instructions and directives of the activity supervisor, coach, leader, or guide. I acknowledge and accept responsibility for any problems arising from non-compliance or personal errors.
4) I have been informed that outdoor activities involve risks due to weather conditions (storm and/or cold), rock structure under snow, route and difficulty level of the rock, risk of avalanche formation, snow structure, fog, rockfall, animal hazards, lack of knowledge, physical inadequacy, lack of training, carelessness, lack of concentration, excessive energy expenditure, excessive self-confidence, anxiety, loss of control, etc. I accept all these situations and potential risks, and I acknowledge that all responsibility belongs to me personally.
5) I agree not to harm wildlife and will only take photos/videos with a camera, phone, or camera during the activity. I agree to comply with all rules of the competent public institutions regarding the area we are in during the activity, and I acknowledge that I will be personally responsible if I do not comply with the rules. I accept that I will not hold Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan Nature Sports Club liable for any damage arising from non-compliance with this rule.
6) I agree to the sharing and use of some of my personal information such as Name, Surname, ID, Phone, and Email with the transport company, relevant federation, local authorities, and relevant public institutions, event and vehicle managers. I accept that my personal data will be stored in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Law. I acknowledge that the photos and videos taken during Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan Nature activities may be used on the social media accounts and website of Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan Nature Sports Club, as well as in local or national media for promotional and news purposes. Additionally, I accept that the images (photos, videos) I have taken with my own imaging devices and shared in common message groups may be used by Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan Nature Sports Club, its business partners, or sponsors for promotional and news purposes in local or national media.
7) I consent to Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan nature sports club sending messages to my email and phone number regarding the activities I participate in.
8) I acknowledge that this document is not only an informative form but also an agreement between the parties, and I have signed it without being under any pressure. I accept that I will not hold Süphan Mountaineering and Süphan Nature Sports Club, the federations it is affiliated with, or any public institution, organization, or individual involved in the activity responsible in any way, financially or morally, if I act contrary to the above statements.
Reservation and Payment: Individuals who wish to participate in the activity must make a reservation first. Reservations can generally be made up to a certain period before the start date of the activity. To complete the reservation, a certain payment must be made. Payment methods may vary depending on the tour company.
Activity Cancellation and Changes: Our activities are planned in advance. However, activities may be canceled or changed under certain circumstances. In such cases, the tour company informs customers as soon as possible and offers alternative options.
Weather Conditions: Tour companies have the right to change or cancel tour programs depending on weather conditions. Therefore, participants must bring appropriate clothing and equipment for the weather conditions during the activity.
Insurance: Tour companies may offer insurance to customers for possible situations that may occur during the tour. Detailed information about insurance is provided by the tour company.
Tour Program: Tour companies provide detailed information about the tour programs they offer to customers. Information such as activities, meals, and accommodation details included in the tour program is communicated to customers before the tour.
Late Arrivals: Customers participating in the tour program must be prepared carefully for the start time and location of the tour. Customers who arrive late for the start time of the tour may not be included in the tour program.
