Aragats: South Peak
A climb to the southern summit (3,887 m) of Aragats, the highest mountain in Armenia, starting from Lake Kari.
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Aragats: South Peak
A climb to the southern summit (3,887 m) of Aragats, the highest mountain in Armenia, starting from Lake Kari.
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About the club
Mountains by day.
Fire by night.
Kharuyk is a hiking club from Yerevan for everyone who loves the mountains of Armenia. We organize weekend hikes, trekking, camping and mountaineering expeditions — from easy forest trails to the summits of Aragats and Ararat.
Our name means “campfire”. It's the place where a group of strangers becomes a team — and that's what we believe hiking is really about.
Experienced guides
Our leaders have stood on every peak we offer, carry first aid and know these mountains in every season.
The campfire tradition
Every trip ends around a fire — tea, food and stories. That's where hikers become friends.
Every level welcome
From a first easy walk near Yerevan to a 5,000 m expedition — we grow with you, step by step.
Hikes every weekend
All year round: golden autumn forests, snowshoe winter routes, spring gorges and summer summits.
How we rate difficulty
Perfect first hike. Gentle trails, no experience needed.
A full day on foot with some climbs. Basic fitness.
Long day, steady ascents, rocky sections. Regular hikers.
High altitude, steep scree and long distance. Good fitness.
Expedition-level. Prior high-altitude experience required.
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