Package Overview
Damavand Ski Touring – A Unique 6-Day Adventure
Damavand ski touring offers an extraordinary experience for backcountry skiing enthusiasts looking to conquer the highest peak in Iran. This thrilling expedition allows you to ski from 5,600m down to 2,500m—a remarkable 3,100m descent in a single day on safe and scenic slopes.
Why Choose Damavand Ski Touring?
Mount Damavand, the highest peak in Iran and the Middle East at 5,671m (18,606 ft), is a top destination for ski mountaineering. Its breathtaking landscapes, diverse terrain, and high-altitude challenge make it a must-visit for adventurers.
Key highlights of a Damavand ski tour:
✅ Long Ski Descents – Enjoy uninterrupted skiing on vast, snow-covered slopes.
✅ Best Season for Skiing – Ideal conditions from late winter to early spring.
✅ Mountaineering & Skiing Combined – A perfect blend of endurance, skill, and adventure.
✅ Stunning Alpine Scenery – Experience breathtaking views from Iran’s most iconic peak.
✅ A Remote & Unforgettable Experience – Ski in a pristine, high-altitude environment away from the crowds.
If you’re looking for an unparalleled ski touring experience, Mount Damavand ski touring delivers the perfect mix of challenge, beauty, and exhilaration. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!
Mount Damavand ski touring Detailed itinerary
Day1: Tehran – Reyneh (2300m)
Half of the Day sightseeing in Tehran , in the Afternoon transfer by car to Reyneh village .
- Transfer: about 3h
- Accommodation: Local house
Day2: Reyneh -Bargah3(Acclimatization)(4260m)
We transfer by car toward first camp (gosfandsara) , this camp located on3000 meters , we drive upto about 2700 meters (depend on the snow condition) then ascending by ski on snow fields up to camp2(bargah3) Hut(a big building with beds , kitchen and toilet) then we ski down and return to Reyneh
- Transfer: about 1.5h
- Ski climb, descend and time (+1550m / -1550 / around 6h)
- Accommodation: Local house
Day3: Reyneh-Bargah3 (4260m)
In this day we ski up to Bargah3 and sleep in Hut.
- Transfer: about 45min
- Ski climb, descend and time (+1550m / -0 / around 4h)
- Accommodation: Hut
Day4: Acclimatization
In this day we do last acclimatization for ascending Damavand , in case we can also ascend the summit in this day.
- Ski climb, descend and time (+540m / -540m / around 5h)
- Accommodation: Hut
Day 5: summit (5671 m) – Bargah3
We start our ascending on snow slopes toward summit , early in the morning , we can do ski touring upto about 5600m eters then we walk to summit and then we ski down to Bargah3
- Ski climb, descend and time (+1400m / -1400m / around 10h)
- Accommodation: Hut
Day 6 :Bargah3-Reyneh-Tehran
we ski toward camp1 and then transfer by car to Reyneh and Tehran
- Ski climb, descend and time (0 / -1550m / around 2h)
- Transfer : 4h
Mount Damavand ski touring summarized program
Day1: Tehran – Rineh (2300m)
Day2: Rineh -Bargah3(Acclimatization)(4260m)
Day3: Rineh-Bargah3 (4260m)
Day4: Acclimatization
Day 5: summit (5671 m) – Bargah3
Day 6 :Bargah3-Reyneh-Tehran
Included Services
- English-speaking mountain guide on Trekking Days
- English speaking guide on city tour
- All daily meals & snacks as a program.
- Table & chair in the warehouse, house or shelter
- Dining tent, kitchen tent & toilet tent in private camps
- Cook & experienced staff at group size
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver during the journey
- Porter for carrying luggage (each person has a maximum pack of 15 KG)
- 4WD car for transfer on the mountain road
- Damavand permit fee
- 3 nights double room accommodation in good 3 stars hotel in Tehran
- Visa invitation
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
- Any other services not mentioned in inclusions
Booking and Cancellation Policy
- Advance booking required, with a detailed breakdown of payment stages.
- Cancellation policy to be confirmed based on the provider’s terms.
Cancellation Policy
General Terms
- All cancellations must be made in writing and communicated via email to [info@persiatrek.com].
- The effective date of cancellation will be the date the written notice is received.
Cancellation Charges
- More than 60 days before departure:
Full refund . - 59 to 31 days before departure:
50% of the total trip cost will be refunded. - 30 to 15 days before departure:
25% of the total trip cost will be refunded. - 14 days or less before departure:
No refund will be provided.
No-Show Policy
- If the client fails to appear on the day of departure, no refund will be issued.
Force Majeure Clause
- In the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond the provider’s control (e.g., natural disasters, political instability, pandemics, or other force majeure events), the provider reserves the right to offer a rescheduling option or partial refund based on recoverable costs.
Optional Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover potential cancellation costs, medical emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances
- All skiing Equipment(no possibility for renting ski mountaineering equipment in Iran)
- Warm hat
- Light and heavy gloves
- Light and heavy socks
- Base and mid layer
- Neck gaiter
- Waterproof and breathable ski clothes (pant and jacket)
- Helmet
- Crampon(for boots and skies and ice axe
- Ski rucksack
- Transceiver , shovel and probe
- Skis , skins , bindings
- Ski boots
- Goggles(protective eyewear)
- Ski poles
- Sleeping bag with comfort level of at least -10
- Backpack(40-50 litre)
- Trekking boots
- Mattress
Tents/beds, meals, drinks and cooking stuffs will be provided by Persiatrek Agency.
Note: If you do not have one or any of these equipment you can rent from us.
Damavand Ski touring Map
Trekking map from southern face to Damavand summit
Damavand Photo Gallery
Price : from 500$
1PAX : 650$
2 PAX : 520$
3-5 PAX : 400$
6-8 PAX : 370$
9-10 PAX : 340$
11 and more : 310$
Duration : 6 days
Valid from : May to October
Age requirement : +18
Physical rating : 5
Join in : Tehran
End in : Tehran
Max Altitude : 5610m
Accommodation :
3 stars Hotel , Local house , Tent / Hut
Transportation :
Private car all the road trip
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