Spring is one of the best seasons for hiking. Nature wakes up from the winter sleep, the sun is warming. The spring weather in Armenia is different and depends on the climate in each region. There is still snow in the highlands, while flowers are already blooming and fields are turning green in the warmer parts of the country. We offer you the top 5 most beautiful hiking destinations in the springtime. Each of these tourist destinations is interesting in its own way. This is a unique opportunity to discover Armenia from a completely new perspective and enjoy the breath of spring with its bloom ..read more

According to experienced hikers, it is extremely difficult and almost impossible to complete  a technical ascent without serious training and reliable equipment. A person feels uncomfortable even at an altitude of 5000 m. The weather conditions at the top of a mountain above 5000 m may be truly unfavorable to people. You will need special equipment for technical altitude climbs +5000 m (for example, to the peaks of Kazbek or Elbrus). This is a list of equipment for technical ascents: Clothes Jacket When in the mountains it is extremely important to wear pieces of clothing that retain body ..read more

It is a waterfall on the territory of Dilijan National Park in Tavush region. The waterfall got its name because of its remote location. A trail which leads to Hidden Waterfall passes through a dense forest.   The path to the Waterfall Compared to other waterfalls Hidden Waterfall is less. The water flow falls from a height of approximately 2.5 m. We always visit this majestic place during the hike to Mount Dimac. The copyright of this article is owned by armgeo.am. The content of the article may be cited or used on other websites only with an active link to the source. Hiking an ..read more

Some people do not consider winter to be a good hiking season. They think that the snow and cold would make their hiking impossible, but it is not true. Of course, when you choose a difficult destination or a mountain that is above 3000 meters, you will have some problems with snow and cold weather. However, Armenia has many interesting destinations and mountains that are below 3000 meters. These mountains are even more beautiful in wintertime. Winter Smbataberd is one of those places that will help you to be acquainted with winter miracles and will make you understand that winter is one of th ..read more

Climbing Mount Ararat is an interesting journey to the historical Armenia and an experience of climbing one of the most famous 5000+ mountains of the world. From the technical point of view Ararat doesn’t have any difficulties, there are no cliffs, glaciers or dangerous passes. For an ascent you have to have an appropriate equipment and of course a hiking experience. One of the most primary questions is about the appropriate mountain clothing and hiking equipment. According to our experience in hiking and mountaineering we have made a gear list which will help you to get prepared for the ascen ..read more

The first question that arises for those who are planning to go hiking for the first time is “What to take with me?” We can write a whole article about each hiking item, but here we have collected the hiking gear list for one-day hikes. Backpack Backpack leads the hiking gear list. The most common question for beginners is which backpack to choose? Everyone wants to buy one backpack, which they will use for both one-day hikes and hikes with overnight. However, we must disappoint you, because such backpack does not exist. For one-day hike, you need a backpack with a capacity of 25-45 liters, be ..read more

If you want to know what to take to an overnight hiking trip, then this article is for you. Here you will find your backpacking checklist. To enjoy the trip and make it unforgettable, you need to prepare for it not only physically, but also technically. In mountains the weather changes very quickly and unexpectedly, and you should always be prepared for any weather conditions. Your backpack can fall into a river or simply get wet in the rain. To keep the contents of backpack dry, it would be better to separately wrap each item in waterproof bags, and then to put all this in one common bag. Let ..read more

The choice of your mountain companions is crucial My friend Dalar, who knew I had been dreaming of climbing Ararat, made me fulfill my dream. I realized there was no point in putting it off any longer. Climbing Ararat / Nare Manukyan Dalar’s emotional support, coupled with the active formation of a group of hikers planning to climb Mount Ararat, strengthened my determination. And I made a final decision when I found out my close friends would be in the group. After all, it is very important to know with whom you are going to the mountains. I have never experienced such emotions Frankly ..read more

The story told by Arsen Hambardzumyan is a story about the power of human will and unshakable determination. Arsen had been dreaming of conquering Mount Ararat for a long time, but unfortunately he could not make his dream come true. Arsen finally climbed the top of this formidable and majestic mountain on August 22, 2023 during an ArmGeo tour. This day was really great. Let Arsen tell his story himself. Ararat: dream and goal I had been literally mad about climbing Mount Ararat over the past three years. I would come to meetings of mountain hikers,  pack my backpack, but  was forced ..read more

As the climate of Armenia is quite mild, our country is ideal for winter hiking. However, many guests of Armenia do not know what they can do here in wintertime besides skiing. That’s why we have developed a special New Year hike in Armenia for you to imagine a wealth of choice you have. Admire the landscapes of Armenia, decorated with dazzling white snow.  Travel dates: 02/01/2024 – 07/01/2024 Day 1: Yerevan Our staff will meet you at the airport and help you check into a hotel. Next step is a walking tour along Yerevan, during which you will see the sights of the Armenian capital. Yere ..read more