Sım village is one of the ancient settlements of our country. Its population consists of Talysh people. The name of the village means "steep" or "high" in the Talysh language. Sym village translates to "a village located on a rocky place." Although its history has not been fully explored, the cemeteries in the village indicate that it is quite ancient. The village has 12 cemeteries, each reflecting different historical periods. The oldest settlement in the village is in the Ute neighborhood, where stone cavities with a depth of 30 cm and a length of 40 cm, covering an area of 10 hectares, prove that this place was inhabited during the Middle Ages. The central altitude of the village is 550 meters. The main occupations of the local population are beekeeping, vegetable growing, fruit growing, and livestock farming.
About Tour
Before joining the hiking tour, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with all the details of the tour. This is especially useful for those going on a nature walk for the first time and will help you avoid surprises. Being informed in advance about physical challenges, necessary equipment, route length, and weather conditions will ensure you are well-prepared.
Travel Itinerary:
06:40 - Gathering at the designated location
07:00 - 11:00 Baku - Astara
11:30 - 13:00 Sym Village - Dustaqqana Waterfall
13:30 - 14:00 Dustaqqana Waterfall - Ballıqaya Heights
14:00 - 15:30 Lunch and tea break at Ballıqaya
15:30 - 16:30 Ballıqaya - Sym Waterfall
17:00 - 18:00 Return to the bus
18:00 - 22:00 Sym Village - Astara - Baku
Included in the Tour Price:
✅Transportation (Baku - Astara - Baku)
✅Mountain guide
✅Photography
✅Tea service
Not Included in the Tour Price:
❌Meals
❌Equipment and clothing required for hiking
❌Requests outside the program
Required Equipment:
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Backpack (capacity 20-35 L)
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Comfortable hiking shoes
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Pants and jacket (waterproof recommended)
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Hat, sunglasses, gloves
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Water and food (sandwiches, snacks, etc.)
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Hiking stick
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Thermos
Note: The required equipment for the tour may vary depending on the season. It is recommended to consult with the organizers before the tour.
Additional Information:
❌After returning from the tour, you can bring extra clothes and shoes to change into and leave additional belongings in the vehicle. The required equipment for the tour may vary depending on the season. It is necessary to confirm with the organizing team before the tour date.
❌The tour guide has the right to modify or cancel the tour program due to weather conditions, public events, or any emergency situations.
❌For one-day hikes, cancellations made 3 days in advance will receive a 50% refund, while cancellations made 1 day before the tour are non-refundable. The times mentioned in the program are approximate and may vary depending on the group’s hiking pace.
