CLIMBING IN ALADAĞLAR
Aladağlar National Park, located in the heart of the Taurus Mountains in southern Turkey, is one of the country’s top destinations for mountaineering and rock climbing. Known for its dramatic limestone peaks and deep valleys, the park offers a wide range of climbing routes for both beginners and experienced climbers.The most famous peak, Mount Demirkazık (3,756 m), attracts climbers from around the world with its challenging ascents and breathtaking views. Other popular climbing areas include Parmakkaya, Kızılkaya, and the rugged ridges of the Yedigöller Plateau.With its combination of technical rock walls, alpine routes, and stunning scenery, Aladağlar provides an unforgettable adventure for those seeking to push their limits in a pristine natural environment.
Trips and climbs on the Taurus-Aladağ Mountains are generally carried out in four parts. These trips and climbs are programmed as Demirkazık, Yedigöller, Cimbar Throat, Kaldı and Turasan climbs, respectively. These travel and climbing programs can also be applied from south to north as the Cimbar Throat, Kaldı-Turasan, Yedigöller and Demirkazık program. Climbers who will travel and climb on the Aladağ Mountains, where steep and high peaks are located side by side, should take even the most seemingly insignificant trips and climbs in this mountainous region and the high peaks on it very seriously and carefully.
ALADAĞLAR MOUNTAINS CLIMBING PROGRAM (4 DAYS)
Day 1 – Arrival & Acclimatization:
• Arrive at Çukurbağ Village, meet the climbing team and guides.
• Equipment check and briefing on safety and climbing routes.
• Short acclimatization hike in Emli Valley (1,500–1,750 m).
• Overnight stay at local pension or base camp.
Day 2 – Approach to Arpalık and Dipsiz Lake:
• Depart from Çukurbağ Village, trek through Arpalık Plateau (2,200–2,400 m).
• Reach Dipsiz Lake (3,100 m) after approximately 6–7 hours of trekking.
• Set up camp near the lake, enjoy evening views, and prepare for high-altitude climbing.
Day 3 – Summit Climb:
• Early morning departure for Emler Peak (3,720 m).
• Climb via established alpine routes with experienced guides.
• Descend to Kara Yalak Plateau (2,200 m) for rest and overnight stay.
• Duration: approximately 8–10 hours (depending on weather and pace).Day
4 – Return & Departure:
Trek back to Çukurbağ Village via Eznevit Plateau and Emli Plateau, approximately 6–7 hours.
• Farewell lunch and departure.
• Arrive at Çukurbağ Village, meet the climbing team and guides.
• Equipment check and briefing on safety and climbing routes.
• Short acclimatization hike in Emli Valley (1,500–1,750 m).
• Overnight stay at local pension or base camp.
Day 2 – Approach to Arpalık and Dipsiz Lake:
• Depart from Çukurbağ Village, trek through Arpalık Plateau (2,200–2,400 m).
• Reach Dipsiz Lake (3,100 m) after approximately 6–7 hours of trekking.
• Set up camp near the lake, enjoy evening views, and prepare for high-altitude climbing.
Day 3 – Summit Climb:
• Early morning departure for Emler Peak (3,720 m).
• Climb via established alpine routes with experienced guides.
• Descend to Kara Yalak Plateau (2,200 m) for rest and overnight stay.
• Duration: approximately 8–10 hours (depending on weather and pace).Day
4 – Return & Departure:
Trek back to Çukurbağ Village via Eznevit Plateau and Emli Plateau, approximately 6–7 hours.
• Farewell lunch and departure.
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