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Quick Facts: Damavand
- Elevation: 5,609m
- Country: Iran
- Region: Asia
- Guide Companies: 0 verified operators
- Season: Weather: The late spring is the most popular season in which to climb Damavand as temperatures at th
- Currency: Iranian Rial (IRR) is the official currency. Foreign credit cards DO NOT work in Iran due to sanctions. Bring sufficient cash (USD or EUR) to exchange. Budget $300-600 for guided climb.
- Languages: Official: Persian (Farsi). English spoken by guides and in tourism. Arabic script used for Persian writing. Very hospitable culture with strong trekking traditions.
Region: Asia, Iran
Climbing History
First recorded Western ascent in 1837 by W.T. Thomson. At 5,610m, the highest peak in the Middle East and Iran. A dormant stratovolcano with sulfur deposits near the summit. Features prominently in Persian mythology as the prison of the demon Zahhak.
Notable Routes
South Route (2-3 days): Most popular route from Polour via Bargah Sevom shelter. West Route: Less crowded alternative. Northeast Route: More challenging. Summit crater features fumaroles and sulfur deposits. Winter climbing possible but more demanding.
Weather Information
Weather: The late spring is the most popular season in which to climb Damavand as temperatures at the base of the mountain are cooler than in the scorching summer months and the weather is more stable higher up on the peak, though temperatures still drop below freezing at the summit. The late spring also tends to be quite dry., Best Time to Visit: May to June, Average Expedition Length 1 week
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What is the best time to climb Damavand?
Weather: The late spring is the most popular season in which to climb Damavand as temperatures at the base of the mountain are cooler than in the scorching summer months and the weather is more stable
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