When is the best time to go on a hiking tour in Armenia?

Hiking routes in Armenia are available all year round. The best season for hiking and trekking is from mid-March to mid-November, when the weather is generally stable, temperatures are comfortable for longer walks, and mountain trails are fully accessible. In spring, the routes are full of green landscapes and flowering meadows. Summer brings dry and clear weather. In July and August, it can get hot in the lowlands, so treks are usually arranged in higher-altitude areas where temperatures are milder. Autumn offers routes under mild and comfortable conditions, making this season very convenient for travel. In winter, shorter routes and valley walks are available, which can be combined with visits to thermal springs or ski resorts, providing a more comfortable and varied active experience.

What level of physical fitness is required?

Most of our tours are designed for participants without any special mountaineering training. The average daily walking distance is 10–11 kilometres, with an elevation gain of up to 600–700 metres. These routes are suitable for travellers with normal physical fitness and basic hiking experience. For more experienced participants, we offer programmes that include ascents to mountain peaks such as Aragats, Azhdahak, Khustup, Dimats, and others.

How are guidance and safety organised?

All tours are led by professional and experienced mountain guides who know the routes, terrain, and safety procedures very well. Depending on the difficulty of the programme, the group is accompanied by a guide and a driver. For groups of more than six participants, the tour includes two guides equipped with radio communication. Each guide carries an individual first-aid kit.

What is included in the price of hiking tours?

One-day tours – the price usually includes transport services, the support of a trained hiking guide, bottled water, and entrance tickets to natural or historical sites (if they are part of the route). Multi-day tours – the price usually includes accommodation with breakfast (guesthouses, hotels, or tented camps, depending on the itinerary), transport services, the support of a hiking guide, bottled water, and entrance tickets to natural or historical sites (if they are part of the route).

How do I choose the right route?

Choosing the right route depends on your level of physical fitness, hiking experience, and the duration of the tour you prefer. We will help you decide by asking a few clarifying questions: how many days you plan to spend hiking, what level of difficulty is comfortable for you, and which sights you would like to visit. Based on your answers, we will select the best route, taking into account the season, weather conditions, and your personal preferences, so that your tour is both safe and comfortable.

Hike to Mount Sevkar and the Sevsar Observatory (Petroglyphs)

Location

Gegharkunik Region

Difficulty Level

Moderate

Elevation

3063 metres

Season

June to November

Elevation Gain

750 metres

Safety

A professional hiking guide (instructor) will accompany you to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Distance

13 kilometres

Meeting Point

Our team will pick you up from your accommodation and drop you off after the hike!

Mount Sevkar

Mount Sevkar is an extinct volcano in Gegharkunik Province, Armenia, and part of the Vardenis Mountains. Its name means “black stone” in Armenian, because of the dark volcanic rocks found on its slopes.

The hike starts in the village of Nshkhark and leads to the top of Mount Sevkar. From the summit, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of Lake Sevan, Mount Armaghan, the Vardenis Mountains, and the town of Martuni.

After reaching the top, we’ll head down the northern slope to the Sevsar Observatory – an ancient complex with rock carvings (petroglyphs) connected to the stars and planets.

Sevsar Observatory (Petroglyphs)

Petroglyphs – a stone slab measuring 3 × 2 meters, engraved with various symbols, numerous figures of celestial bodies, and constellations using a metal chisel.

The main feature of the site is a large stone slab, about 3 by 2 metres, covered with carved symbols, star shapes, and constellations. In the lower right corner, there is a circle 90 cm wide, with a smaller circle and a spiral inside it.

Lines spread out from the circle like sun rays. In the centre, there is a deep hole where a stick could be placed. As the sun moves, the shadow of the stick follows the lines to show the time. This suggests the carving was used as a sundial over 4,000 years ago.

The hike ends on the slopes of Mount Gandzakar, where many ancient remains can still be seen.

Armenia is a country to fall in love with!

Tour Price: Hike to Mount Sevkar and the Sevsar Observatory

(The price includes the transport vehicle — it stays the same no matter how many people join.)

1-3 pers.	4-6 pers.	up to 7 pers.
260 USD	330 USD	on request

What to Bring

hiking boots (not trainers),
comfortable wear,
warm layers (it can get chilly),
rucksack (30–40 litres),
trekking poles,
sunscreen,
sunglasses,
torch

What’s Included in the Price

Comfortable transport to and from the hiking spot

Bottled water

Raincoat (just in case!)

Not Included

Entry fees (if there are any)

Travel insurance

If you still have questions about the tour organization in Armenia, then it is very easy to contact us! You can order a call on the website, send an email or just SMS. We will get back to you shortly

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