Adventure Hiking in Armenia

Our host Levon was excellent on this trip. He had great knowledge of the history of Yerevan and the Armenian people. He kept us informed all the way and engaged enthusiastically with us as a group and on a one on one basis.

Armenia is an untouched country and tourism is in its infancy. However, MBA found a way to pull together the best bits in a fun packed week. The food and accommodation were excellent and better than I expected from a hiking adventure holiday.

There were so many highlights but a few stood out:

1. Topping out on Mt Arragats 2)Traditional Armenian BBQ 3)Swim in Sevan 4)Climbing into the prison of Gregor the Illuminator

Absolutely loved this trip., Armenia is one of the best kept secrets I have visited and so glad I did. We all got on grey as a group and respected each others privacy and socialised when wanted. Food and hospitality was remarkable! Certainly don’t expect to lose weight as so well looked after!!! I would Not change a thing and my highlights have to be the views from the accommodation 2nd night and 4th night across the mountains along with the caving which I did not think I would be able to do. But as a group we made it. Anyone with a sense of adventure and want to go somewhere new, this trip is for you!

Armenia is a hidden gem in West Asia. A country filled with so much and has a lot to offer. From caving in a bat cave to summiting the highest peak in the country, I truly enjoyed every moment of this fantastic tour and would easily highly recommend anyone to go and check it out!

Adventure hiking in Armenia was a fantastic experience Much better adventures provided a great itinerary and an awesome guide, I highly recommend this trip, my first with the company, already looking at where to go next.

Overall great experience

It was my first MBA trip and I enjoyed it a lot. It was though somewhat different than expected. The hikes were easy to moderate with the exception of the last one, that’s a tough one varying in degree of toughness depending on which peak you do. My expectation was more of a hiking holiday than it actually was. However, the variety of activities easily compensated for this. The people of Armenia are very hospitable, the country is very beautiful. But don’t forget that situations with neighbouring countries can change quickly, so don’t be blissfully ignorant for the geopolitical situation.

We had a wonderful time on this MBA trip. Its a beautiful country with wonderful people, complex history and great food. The tour maximised our time and we got to see the varied landscapes Armenia has to offer. Highly recommended 😊

Armenia is a beautiful country. The hikes apart from the summit day were easier than I expected. Caving was shorter than described. Zip lining was fun. Some days have lots of free time and others are very busy!

The trip exceeded my expectations. Armenia offers a great variety of landscapes within 2hrs drive from Yerevan and the trip had a very interesting, varied programme. The local hosts (Sati and Leovan) went out of their way to accommodate to changing circumstances and our needs and to make our experience unique. This trip is for anyone interested in hiking, who doesn't mind crawling a bit through the cave and spending the night camping at 3200m high altitude at possibly 0°C condtions. Most of the trips on the programme as well as most of the accommodation offer fantastic views onto the mountains. Also other group members made the trip really fun and enjoyable. For June trips where there are still some ice packs left after the winter I would recommend taking mini crampons for Mount Aragats.

Fantastic country with beautiful scenery, incredible food & history & an amazing knowledgeable & helpful local guide. Highly recommend!

This was an interesting and really dynamic experience of Armenia and The Silk Road. Our guide Levon worked hard to keep our group happy and informed about the history and trends we were experiencing. Armenia has a rich and storied culture, it was a pleasure being able to learn and experience how it links the East to West. The range of activities we undertook, from caving and zip lining to summiting a major peak, was both challenging and fulfilling. Exploring the history, culture and geography of this small but mighty nation is something I won't forget. Looking forward to going back!

This trip had a great mix of hiking in stunning scenery, caving, swimming and learning about the history and culture of Armenia. The hikes during the week are fairly easy but be aware that the July heat and the walking pace of the rest of the group may make them more challenging. There is no drinking water at the campsite at the bottom of Mount Aragats so bring plenty. There are 4 different hikes up Mount Aragats - the southern peak is the easiest and has great views and the northern peak is the most challenging.

Brilliant trip. It showcases the best of this wonderful country - ancient, stunningly beautiful and fascinatingly complex!

After a day in Yerevan, an incredibly lively and attractive city, we headed out to the countryside, staying in charming guest houses and taking in the picturesque & uniquely varied landscapes of Armenia. The final hike to the north peak of Mt Aragats was a tough challenge for sure, but highly rewarding.

Our local guide Levon was simply world-class, sharing so much insight about the country’s past and present, and was totally dedicated to making sure we had a great time in Armenia.

Overall a brilliant trip. The food is some of the best I have ever eaten, and the host Anihe was super tough and top of her game (submitting Aragats 3x in 1 week!). Lots of opportunity for wild swimming in lakes, rivers and waterfalls. The zip lining and caving was fantastic and really well organised. We made the Northern summit of Mt Aragats. For this, due to the loose rocks, hiking poles and gaiters are a must. Also there is a lack of bottled water at base camp. Make sure you bring enough for the summit attempt (at least 4 litres). The walking in the week is fairly easy/moderate. On the summit day, if you choose the Northern summit, this should be graded more on the tough scale due to the terrain underfoot and the ascent/descent of the crater prior to the summit. One of the best holidays I have ever been on!

Outstanding tour with stunning hiking scenery, loads to learn about the history and culture of Armenia, an enjoyable range of activities, and well-fed with tasty food! Our guide Anahit was excellent.

Overall really enjoyed the trip. Our tour guide Anahit was truly amazing. She was very knowledgeable, passionate, flexible and went out of her way to make our trip enjoyable. on average the trip difficulty is medium, with most of the trip being easy ramping up to the last day which is hard (in a good way: distance, elevation and terrain). This is a tour of Armenia so be prepared to spend time on the minibus. The activities such as the caving or zip lines were really excellent.

Overall very good trip. Worth noting: food same every night, difficulty of climb much more difficult than advertised (compared to Toubkal for example), kit list omitted need for gaters for climbing and proper caving clothes.

Fantastic week in a beautiful country. Great food, extremely knowledgable guide and lovely accommodation. Would 100% recommend.

I had a fantastic time in Armenia and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone. The hiking is brilliant, if challenging in places (particularly on the Western Peak of Aragats), the scenery is beautiful and the people are some of the friendliest you will ever meet. Armenia is truly a hidden gem and you will not regret making the effort to discover it!

This was a trip of a lifetime. Armenia really is 'off the beaten track' and an undiscovered gem for western tourists. If you want day after day of Instagramble moments, this is definitely the trip for you. Our guide, George, was great and kept us safe throughout the trip. Make sure to bring good winter gear for climbing Mount Aragats as you'll go across snow fields & rocks. The nothern summit is a 12-hour round trek. Plus, make sure to pack plenty of water each day.

Great trip!

The trip name was to ‘Summit the highest peak in Armenia ‘ . The second highest peak does not count. The zip wire experience is a must.

Beautiful trip with amazing experience of the countries nature culture and history. The summit is super fun and the food was delicious. Highly recommend!

Fantastic trip which I would highly recommend. - loved all the activities and the breadth of the country we covered. Fantastic local guides, excellent food and accommodation.

This is an awesome trip with stunning scenery. The local guides and organisation were great as well.

The trip exceeded my expectations. Yerevan is a charming city that is easily explored by foot. We also got a chance to explore the countryside which is beautiful. The day hikes were a good prep for the summit trek, although the weather was extremely hot the first few days. The hotels were small and quaint, the food was nice, the guide very capable, and the logistics smooth.