Central Ridge of Alborz

including summits of Varza, Kholenou Kouchak, Kholenou Bozorg, Sarkharsang, Asbichal, Borj and Sarakchal

Altitude: 4036-4390 m

Difficulty:

Best Time: Spring & Summer

Tour Length: 3 days

These summits are the central summits of Alborz. The height of Varza, Kholenou, Asbichal, Borj and Sarakchal are respectively 4036, 4390, 4200, 4325 and 4210 meters.

Along the way, we will visit the Dariuk Lake which is located in the height of 3500m and stay overnight near the lake. We should also pass the Jhandark ridge which is very difficult and has landslip danger.

Day 1: At 11 am, move from Tehran to Fasham and Laloun village and then go through the valley toward the Talkh Aab spring. Stay overnight there.

Day 2: At 6 am, climb to Varza summit and then to Kholenou Kouchak, Kholenou Bozorg, Sarkharsang and pass the Jhandark ridge. We will set up our camp near Dariuk Lake and stay there overnight.

Day 3: At 6 am, move to Asbichal, Borj and Sarakchal summits and finally back to Laloun village to return to Tehran.

P.S. Due to the difficulty of the tour, alpinists should have high ability.

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