Tsav to Mount Khustup

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E-Bikes Unknown

Safety and security:
All mobile connections functions with some interruptions. In case of emergency, call 911 or 112. Be aware of off-leash dogs in the villages.

How to reach to the trail:
First of all, the bikers must reach to Kapan City, then start riding. Please, use taxi service with taximeters.

Biking trail description:
This trail is located in the southern part of Armenia, exactly in Syunik Province. It starts from Tsav Village and ends on the peak of Khustup. Mount Khustup is a sacred place for all Armenians as on the slopes of the mount is buried the national hero, Garegin Nzhdeh.

Monuments description:
The mountain is considered as a natural monument of the province. It is rich with caves, forests, cliffs, and many little rivers. Also, it is recommended to visit other interesting destinations of Syunik, including Zorats Karer (Stone Henge), Vorotnavank Monastery, the hot waters of Vorotan, Shake Waterfall, Wings of Tatev Popeway, Devil Bridge, and the Monastery of Tatev.

Flora:
The most mountainous province of Armenia is Syunik. The most well-known sanctuary of the region, Shikahogh, is also situated in this province. The former is rich with unique endemic species and animals.

Fauna:
The habitats in Syunik meet in the forests bears, rabbits, wild boars, and panthers very often. In the mountainous parts, are flying white eagles (included in the Red Book of Armenia) and griffons.

Trail technical parameters:
Best period: April-November
Distance: 423 km from Yerevan
Duration: 8 hours 26 min
Biking trail length: 45.2 km
Ride duration: 8 hours
Altitude from the see level: 1091-3201 m
Take bottled water with you.