Ascent of Damavand by the southern flank - Iran

If you want to integrate the climb of Damavand to your stay in Iran, this trek is for you!

Day 1: Arrival to Tehran

Overnight in Tehran

Day 2: Departure at 5am to Polour (85 km, 1h30)

Breakfast in Polour then driving, in 4x4, to Gousfandsara at 2950m (1 h). The road gives the opportunity to appreciate the rich flora of Alborz. Start of the ascent to Bargah-e Sevom (4210 m, 5 h). Installation of the camp to spend the night.

Day 3: Climb to acclimatize to Absahr Yakhi

Icefall (5000 m / elevation +/- 800 m) and the visit of the waterfall. Descent to Bargah e Sevom. Bivouac.

Day 4: At 3am climb to the summit (6h).

1 hour of rest. Descent to Bargah e Sevom (4 hours). Bivouac.

Day 5: Visit the Larijan and Abagarm hot springs area.

Back to Tehran.

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