Weather condition in mount Damavand is harsh and severe in winter time. Since the middle of October we expect snow fall in high altitudes, which means the condition is considered like winter. From the end of December till next May there is usually enough snow for skiing, but March to mid-April is the best time of the year for having enough snow. We recommend you to be informed of the snow condition in the region, before leaving for a ski touring trip to Damavand.

The south side of Damavand is the easiest one to access during winter and early spring. This side has a gentle slope for skiing, but you need previous experience of ski touring in the altitude and need to be fit to have more chance to reach to the summit.

In this package, we start by going to Angemar peak (4150m) in Doberar region in south-east side of Damavand to warm up and acclimatize before going up to the Asia's highest volcano. In good and clear weather, you can see a magnificent view of Damavand from the top of Angemar peak that makes you motivated for next coming days. Then you can go up to Damavand and enjoy from more than 3000 meters downhill skiing.

Seven days

South side of Damavand is not so steep. The average slope is around 30 degree. But you should be able to ski everything. Indeed, the snow condition is changing all the time. So, we recommend it to those who are absolutely fit and have previous experience of ski mountaineering.

Day 1 : Checking our gears and providing any left item in the equipment checklist; Two-three hours drive from Tehran to Poloor village (2350m) in south side of Damavand; Overnight in the local house or lodge

Day 2 : Ski mountaineering to the summit of Mt. Angemar (4150 m) in front of Damavand; Overnight in the local house or lodge

Days 3-6 : We consider these 4 days for acclimatization and summit push in Damavand, when we look for a weather window. From the top, at almost 100 meters lower than the summit, we can ski for more than 2500 meters of altitude to BC! Overnight inside the mountain refuge/tent

Day 7 : Descent to Goosfandsara (3000 m) and Rayneh village (2080m); Drive to Ab-e-Garm for relaxing in spa; Three hours drive back to Tehran

Each year, from early November to the next April, we expect snow fall and sub-zero temperature in high altitudes of Damavand. In the early months in this period, the snow is not stabilized well, but since early March to the end of April there is usually good and enough snow to ski.
In May, you should expect slushy snow of the late season in lower parts, where the snow fields are shorter too. Anyhow, we definitely recommend you to contact us to be informed of the snow condition before coming for it.

Even though we are ready to organize this package as a private guided plan at any time that suits you, but we are offering an special price on our group guided tour at the following date :

• Thursday March 11^th, 2010

Two nights in local house or lodge; Four nights in camp or mountain refuge