Climbing Mount Khustup – 3 days

Description

Mount Khustup is one of the most recognizable and impressive mountains in southern Armenia. Its rocky summit rises above Kapan and has long been one of the symbols of Syunik. Khustup reaches an altitude of 3,206 meters, and the route to the summit passes through landscapes very different from the familiar hiking areas of central and northern Armenia.

This three-day journey to southern Armenia has one main goal — the ascent of Mount Khustup. The night before the climb is spent at a tent camp on the slopes of the mountain, followed by an early morning ascent to the summit, with impressive panoramic views across the mountains of Syunik.

But Khustup is only part of the journey. The road south takes us through Noravank and Tatev, while after the ascent we explore the surroundings of Kapan, including Vahanavank Monastery, Baghaberd Fortress and Shaki Waterfall.

Climbing Mount Khustup is not only a hike to one of Armenia’s most beautiful peaks, but also an opportunity to discover Syunik in three days — wild, mountainous and completely different from the rest of the country.

Good physical condition and appropriate hiking equipment are required. The ascent route and the possibility of reaching the summit depend on weather conditions.