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5 Days
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10 people
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Damavand South Face is the easiest track to climb that requires basic trekking skills. The descent is straightforward and often experienced climbers, who have taken more difficult tracks up, pick this track for the descent. There are several base camps and shelters along the way. You can also get mule support for backpacks on this track, something that cannot be guaranteed on other routes. Rescue teams can also reach the south route faster in case of emergency. As this is the most common track, it can get busy which puts the facilities under pressure.
Climbing Damavand Peak is a special ascent from different points of view and the feeling of stepping on the summit is a combination of pleasant and successful feelings that a climber gets by finishing the ascent and being at that height.
Damavand ascent from the south face is the easiest and most popular track among the four main routes of Damavand. The south face of Damavand is the common track to reach the summit and a high percentage of ascents are done via this track. Damavand peak enthusiasts, including professionals and even non-professionals mostly choose the south face to hike.
Damavand south face track is one of the oldest routes to reach the summit of Damavand Mountain. Access to the southern ascent track is possible through Plour and Rineh. Halfway between these two, there is a rough dirt road to the north, which is marked with a small sign. This route leads to Gosfandsara and Sahib Al-Zaman Mosque located at an altitude of 3000 m, which can also be done by car.
After that, the route continues to Bargah-e Sevom at an altitude of 4250 meters. Livestock can be used to carry the backpacks at this distance. After Bargah-e Sevom and continuing the route from the left side of the icy waterfall, we reach the sulfur hill which is the result of the latest activities of Damavand volcano.
Sulfur gas is emitted from various cavities of scattered sulfur rocks in this area and causes eye and throat irritation. Continue along a relatively steep slope to the summit. The average time required to ascend the distance from Gousfandsara to Bargah-e Sevom is 4 hours and from there to the summit is 6 hours.
Damavand south face track: Starts from the southeast side of the mountain. Plour, Rineh, Gousfandsara and Bargah-e Sevom are located on this route. It is the most common and busiest way to climb Damavand. The mountaineering of this route starts from a place called the Do Raahi, where the dirt road to the mosque separates from the asphalt road connecting Plour and Rineh. After passing the mosque and Gousfandsara, you will reach Bargah, and after that, by climbing the straight southern ridge and passing by the icy waterfall, it leads to the sulfur hill and finally to the summit. The path is very clear due to the high traffic and also there is no stone fall on this route.
Depart from Tehran and drive north toward the village of Polour (or Rineh), located at the base of Mount Damavand, the highest volcano in Asia. The scenic journey passes through mountain roads, rivers, and rural villages, offering beautiful views of the Alborz Mountains. Upon arrival, settle into a local guesthouse or mountain lodge and meet your climbing team. Enjoy a warm Persian dinner and prepare your gear for the trek ahead. Overnight stay in Polour or Rineh.
After breakfast, begin your trek from Rineh towards Goosfandsara, the first Damavand base camp located at around 3,000 meters. The route winds through highland meadows, where you might see nomadic herders and their flocks of sheep. The trek provides a gradual ascent, allowing your body to adjust to the increasing altitude. Upon reaching the base camp, set up for the night, rest, and enjoy the cool mountain air under a canopy of stars. Overnight stay in Goosfandsara Base Camp.
Today’s climb takes you higher up the mountain to Bargahe-e Sevvom (Camp 3), situated at an elevation of approximately 4,220 meters. The trail becomes steeper as you ascend through volcanic terrain and loose rocks. Take your time to maintain a steady pace and enjoy the dramatic scenery, with sweeping views of the valleys below. Upon reaching the camp, rest, hydrate, and prepare for the next day’s summit attempt. Overnight stay at Bargahe-e Sevvom Shelter.
Rise early for your summit day, beginning the ascent before sunrise. The climb to the top of Mount Damavand is challenging but deeply rewarding. As you approach the summit, you’ll encounter patches of snow and the famous sulfur vents, evidence of the mountain’s volcanic nature. Reaching the peak at 5,610 meters offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Alborz Range and beyond — a truly unforgettable moment. After celebrating your success, descend carefully back to Bargahe-e Sevvom for a well-earned rest. Overnight stay at Camp 3.
After breakfast, descend from Bargahe-e Sevvom to Goosfandsara, then return by vehicle to Tehran. On the way, stop at Larijan Thermal Spa, where you can relax your muscles in the natural hot springs — the perfect way to end your mountain adventure. Continue your drive to Tehran, reflecting on your successful Damavand summit experience and the incredible landscapes you’ve explored.
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Damavand South Face Expedition