Bazardüzü Summit Expedition – 3 Days

We depart from Baku and travel to the city of Quba. The journey takes approximately 3 hours. After making our final purchases in Quba, we continue towards Khinalig village. Upon arrival in Khinalig, we take mountain vehicles to the starting point of the Bazarduzu route. After approximately 2 hours of driving, we reach the first camp located at an altitude of 2,900 meters.

Here, we complete our final preparations, take the necessary equipment for the camp, and continue on foot towards the second camp located at an altitude of 3,250 meters. This section takes approximately 2 hours. Upon reaching the second camp, we set up our tents and prepare for the ascent of Mount Bazarduzu the following day.

At 04:00 in the morning, we begin our ascent towards the summit of Mount Bazarduzu, located at an altitude of 4,466 meters. The ascent takes approximately 7–8 hours, depending on weather and route conditions. At the summit, we take a short break, take photos, and enjoy the spectacular views of the Greater Caucasus. We then descend to the camp along the same route. The descent takes approximately 4–5 hours, and we spend the night in tents at the camp located at an altitude of 3,250 meters.

After breakfast, we pack up our tents and at 10:00 begin descending from the camp to the point where the vehicles are waiting. From there, we return to Khinalig village by mountain vehicles. In Khinalig, we change vehicles and travel back to Baku, completing our Bazarduzu expedition.

• Baku — Quba — Khinalig village — Baku (Vito, Sprinter minibus)
• Khinalig village — Shahyaylaq — Camp — Khinalig village (GAZ-66 or 4×4 mountain vehicles)
• Mountain guide (1 guide for every 7 participants)
• Tent and sleeping mat
• Hot water at the camp
• Summit certificate for participants who reach the summit
• Shahdag National Park entrance fees
• Permits and Official Registrations:
• Shahdag National Park entry permit

• Permit from the State Border Service

• Permit from the Ministry of Emergency Situations

• Personal expenses

• Personal travel insurance

• Food and provisions

• Personal requests outside the program

• Personal mountaineering equipment

Mountaineering boots, warm waterproof trousers (Gore-Tex), warm waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex), sleeping bag, trekking poles, cooking equipment, gas stove and gas canister, tent, headlamp, gaiters, hat, sunglasses, gloves, socks, thermal base layer, fleece jacket, sleeping mat, and other personal equipment.

• Registration and Permits: Registration and full payment are required at least 30 days before the tour. During this period, participants must provide a copy of their passport so that the necessary permits can be obtained from Shahdag National Park and the State Border Service.
  

• Cancellation and Refund Policy:
  

  • If the tour is cancelled 30 days or more before the tour date, the full amount will be refunded.

  • If cancelled 15 days before the tour date, 70% of the amount will be refunded (30% will be retained).

  • If cancelled 7 days before the tour date, 50% of the amount will be refunded.

  • For reservations cancelled 5 days or less before the tour date, no refund will be provided.

• Changes to the Tour Program: Due to weather conditions, public events, or other unforeseen circumstances, the tour leader reserves the right to modify or cancel the program.
  

• Group Size: Groups may consist of 3, 7, or 14 participants. Please contact us for a personalized quote if you have different group size requirements.

• Mobile Communication: Mobile communication may not be available in some areas of the mountains. The best coverage is generally available through the Azercell operator.
  

• Food and Equipment: In the mountain environment, participants are responsible for their own food and cooking arrangements.
  

• Individual Requests: If you would like to add or remove specific places or meals from the tour program, please contact us.
  

• Tips: If you are satisfied with the services, tipping is entirely at your discretion.