Before joining the Mount Babadağ Summit Tour, we recommend familiarizing yourself with all the details of the tour. This is especially useful for those climbing a summit for the first time and will help you avoid unexpected situations. Knowing in advance about the physical challenges, distance, and weather conditions will help you be properly prepared.
Day 1: Baku – Lahij – Gurbanah Camp
Day 2: Gurbanah – Mount Babadağ Summit – Lahij – Baku
We depart from Baku for Lahij town in Ismayilli District (approximately 3 hours). After a 10-minute break in Shamakhi, we continue our journey toward Lahij. After arriving in Lahij, we change vehicles and continue by GAZ-66 to Gurbanah, located at the foot of Mount Babadağ near the source of the Girdimanchay River.
The route by GAZ-66 will pass through forested areas and along the riverbed. At an altitude of 2,200 meters, we set up our tents near Gurbanah. After a rest and lunch break, we go on a hike to an area called Dervish Trail (2,400 m) to acclimatize to the mountain and altitude.
After dinner, at 22:00, the camp becomes quiet and it is time to rest.
Included in the Tour Price:
✅ Transportation between Baku and Lahij (Sprinter, Vito)
✅ Lahij – Gurbanah Camp and back (off-road and 4x4 mountain vehicles)
✅ Summit certificates
✅ Shahdag National Park entrance tickets
✅ Gas stove and gas canister
✅ Entry permit for Shahdag National Park
✅ Mountain guide (1 guide per 7 participants)
✅ Permission from the State Border Service
✅ Tents and sleeping mats
✅ Emergency Situations Ministry permit
Not Included in the Tour Price:
❌ Horses
❌ Meals and food supplies
❌ Requests outside the tour program
❌ Personal mountaineering equipment
Required Equipment:
Mountaineering boots, w aterproof warm trousers (Gore-Tex), w aterproof warm jacket (Gore-Tex), s leeping bag, t rekking poles, c ooking equipment, g as stove and canister, t ent, h eadlamp, b alaclava, h at, s unglasses, g loves, s ocks, t hermal underwear, p olar jacket, m at, tent, etc.
Additional Information and Conditions:
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Registration and Permits: Participants must register and make full payment 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.
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Cancellation and Refund Policy:
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If the reservation is cancelled 30 days or more before the tour date, the full amount will be refunded.
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If cancelled 15 days before the tour, 70% of the amount will be refunded (30% will be retained).
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If cancelled 7 days before the tour, 50% of the amount will be refunded.
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Reservations cancelled 5 days or less before the tour are non-refundable.
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Changes to the Tour Program: The tour leader reserves the right to modify or cancel the program due to weather conditions, public events, or other unforeseen circumstances.
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Group Size: Groups can consist of 3, 7, or 14 participants. Please contact us for a customized price if you have different group requirements.
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Mobile Communication: Mobile phone coverage may not be available in some areas of the mountains. The best coverage is generally provided by Azercell.
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Food and Equipment: Participants are responsible for their own food and cooking arrangements in the mountains.
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Special Requests: If you would like to add or remove specific locations or meals from the tour program, please contact us.
- Tips: If you are satisfied with our services, tipping is entirely at your discretion.