Kackar Summit Trek
Experience the majesty of Turkey’s mountains on this 7-day guided trek
Guided
Kackar Summit Trek Overview
Experience the rugged beauty of Turkey’s Kaçkar Mountain range as you hike from north to south over the course of one incredible week. Reach the highest passes of the range and opt to ascend to the peak of Kaçkar (3937m) where you’ll be met with breathtaking views. Unwind after exciting days in cozy pensions nestled in local villages and camp in the high pastures of the mountains beneath the stars.
Trip highlights
Spend one week immersed in the beauty of Turkey’s mountains as you trek to the summit of Kaçkar (3979m).
Pitch your tent in the high pastures of the Kaçkar mountains and sleep beneath the stars.
Learn about local culture and traditions as you visit and stay in small, charming villages.
Stand in awe of the Dilberdüzü Valley as you trek to soaring heights to unlock the best views.
Day By Day Itinerary
On arrival at Trabzon Airport, you will be met by your tour guide and driver. Depending on your arrival time you can make a short walk or transfer straight to the accommodation in Çamlıhemşin (2hrs) for your dinner and overnight.
- Overnight Location:
- Pension in Çamlıhemşin
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Dinner
You’ll start your trek in Palakçur after a 30 mins transfer. Crossing the mountain range from north to the south via the Palakçur pass you will end the walk-in Karamolla village. From here transfer to hotel in Yaylalar (Hevek) village (30 mins) for your dinner and overnight.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Yaylalar
- Distance:
- 900m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Today's walk takes you from the pension first through the forest and then climbing up over the tree line to descend to Modut summer village. From there you’ll walk on to Mikelis and transfer back to Yaylalar village for your overnight at the same hotel (20 mins).
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Yaylalar
- Distance:
- 700m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
We head for base camp to prepare for the summit ascent. Yur supplies will be taken up by mules. Put up our tents and in the afternoon can make an optional climb to a nearby small summit.
Dinner and overnight at Dilberdüzü base camp (H: 2900m).
- Overnight Location:
- Camping at Dilberdüzü base camp (2,900m/9,514’)
- Distance:
- 4 hours, 900m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Early morning start to the highest peak of the Kaçkar range. The walk is on a path until the last few hundred meters where it almost disappear and you walk over rocks (no rock climbing is involved). Short distances may be on snow.
It is also a good day for daily treks around basecamp (to the icy Deniz Lake for example) for those who choose not to attempt the summit. Camp at Dilberdüzü as on the previous day.
- Overnight Location:
- Camping at Dilberdüzü base camp (2,900m/9,514’)
- Distance:
- 1,000m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
This is a high walk over Pisovit pass with great views of all the Dilberdüzü valley. You’ll descend into the next valley and camp at Dobe valley and campsite (H: 2500m).
Dinner and overnight at Dobe campsite.
- Overnight Location:
- Camping at Dobe (2,500m/8,200’)
- Distance:
- 300m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Over Lanetleme pass (H:3200m) you’ll cross back to the north side of the mountain range. You’ll descend via Çaymakçur valley (H:2100m) and meet with your vehicle to transfer to Ayder where you can relax in the thermal bath. Then move on to Çamlıhemşin for our last dinner and overnight at the pension there.
- Overnight Location:
- Pension in Çamlıhemşin
- Distance:
- 700m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch
Transfer to Trabzon airport (2hrs).
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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Inclusions
Included
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included.
- Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
- Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including transfers from and back to Kayseri Airport. Any other transfers or flights are not included.
- English-speaking guide
- Camping equipment:
- Sleeping mats
- Mule/horse support during camp days
- Snowshoes and crampons (if needed)
Not included
- Any domestic or international flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Entrance fees to museums and monuments
- Sleeping bag
Optional Extras
- Single supplements
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 4/5. This tour includes several days of camping in a mountainous environment in a high elevation. You should expect trekking on rugged terrain in harsh weather conditions, therefore it is not recommended for beginners.
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7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover (activity). Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Trabzon Airport, from where you will be picked up.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in Trabzon, where you will be transferred to an airport for your flight.
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