ski in Iran

ski in Iran introduction

According to Iran’s unique climate, high mountains and ranges are the best destinations for Skiing. Two wasted ranges of Iran Iran on north and west part of Iran (Alborz in north and Zagros in the west) with highest point altitude 5671m and Zagros range highest point with 4409m cased the very situation of Skiing in Iran.

destinations sights

9 sights

Number of Packages

6

available routs

11 path

Max Altitude

5611m

Activities

Ski on resorts, Ski mountaineering

Price range

890€ to 1380€

all ski in Iran categories in PersianHike

Ski in iran on Slopes

There is 28 active ski slope in Iran that are ready to use for six months according to the high altitude of the slopes. The highest ski slope in Iran is Tochal, with 3850m altitude, which is most closes ski slope to Tehran. You can reach there within 30 minutes from Tehran. The other stand-out point of Skiing in Iran is the daily slope use price. It makes cheap ski tours to Iran.

In Persian Hike, we categorized the ski tours as Ski mountaineering and Ski in resorts to find the best destination for Skiing in Iran.

On the below chart, you can find the list of Iran ski slopes to see all the details and accessibilities of them.

A lady skiing at the Dizin ski resort
Damavand and Zagros range 12 Days 6 1

SKIMO Ski Mountaineering in Iran

Due to suitable variable places for Ski Mountaineering and the Iranian encouragement of SKIMO in Iran, you can find many destinations for Ski Mountaineering. Most of the Iran Mountains are not steady, and the rock faces of Iran mountains are not expected. The peaks from 4000m to 5671m made Iran the world’s favourite destination for Ski Mountaineering.

The calm and sunny weather is the other attraction of the Iran mountains for SKIMO. The stable weather with the calm mountains wind makes it an enjoyable activity. The experienced mountain guides in Persian Hike Adventure plan amazing itineraries and trips to Iran. The four-season weather of Iran gives you a chance to touch the -20 centigrade degree to +20 within 2 hours of driving and enjoy the desert cities and land or within 1.30 hours, fly to the south of Iran and experience the enjoyable swimming and diving on the Persian Gulf shore. The whole of amazing and stand-out attractions let us prepare various plans and itineraries for your travel to Iran.

Don’t miss the chance and find your suitable itinerary on this page.

some of The best Iran tours

Special Natural Aspects of Iran tours

What are the best Ski slopes in Iran?

Dizin, Tochal and Darbandsar

The location of mentioned Ski slopes and accessibility to Tehran and the altitude above 3600m also the good snow condition make them the best places for Skiing.

The best locations for Ski Mountaineering

Damavand is the best place for SKIMO. The shape of Damavand, The calm steady for SKIMO, good snow conditions, the height of Damavand with 5671m and less avalanche risk with the beautiful landscapes make Damavand the best place for Ski Mountaineering.

ski in iran Packages

Damavand GoleZard & Doberar SKIMO (8 Days)

Welcome to Persian Hike Damavand Ski Mountaineering 8 Days Day 2

Duration

8

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Cultural trip

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

Ski Mountaineering (SKIMO)

Accommodations

Hotel/Camp

Physical rating

required 70%

Price From

950

Damavand and Zagros range Ski Mountaineering (12 Days)

Alam Kuh Ski Mountaineering start point. Khoramdasht is the camping point of Alam-Kuh in winter

Duration

12

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran, Isfahan

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Complex, culture &adventure

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

SKIMO

Accommodations

Hotel/Camp

Physical rating

required 60%

Price From

1,390

SKIMO on highest Iran mountains “Damavand & Alam Kouh” (12 days)

Damavand peak in winter the Ski Mountaineering program

Duration

12

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Adventure trip

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

Ski Mountaineering (SKIMO)

Accommodations

Lodge/ Private Camp

Physical rating

required 55%

Price From

1,380

SKIMO on Damavand & ski at the Tochal resort “4000m”(8 days)

Damavand Tochal SKIMO 8 Days Day 2

Duration

8

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Adventure trip

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

Ski & SKIMO

Accommodations

Hotel/Private Camp

Physical rating

required 45%

Price From

890

Ski in Coldness of Damavand to hottest Iran Desert (10 Days)

Desert Exploring and Damavand SKi combined

Duration

10

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran, Kerman

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Complex, culture &adventure

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

SKIMO & Desert

Accommodations

Lodge/Camp

Physical rating

required 45%

Price From

1,360

a week in the best Iranian ski resorts(7 Days)

Darbandsar ski resort IRAN

Duration

7

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

full board

Destinations

Tehran, Fasham, Dizin

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Complex, culture &adventure

Max Altitude

3550

Activities

Skiing on the slopes

Accommodations

4 star hotel, private chalet

Physical rating

required 28%

Price From

1,049

Damavand GoleZard & Doberar SKIMO (8 Days)

Welcome to Persian Hike Damavand Ski Mountaineering 8 Days Day 2

Duration

8

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Cultural trip

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

Ski Mountaineering (SKIMO)

Accommodations

Hotel/Camp

Physical rating

required 70%

Price From

950

Damavand and Zagros range Ski Mountaineering (12 Days)

Alam Kuh Ski Mountaineering start point. Khoramdasht is the camping point of Alam-Kuh in winter

Duration

12

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran, Isfahan

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Complex, culture &adventure

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

SKIMO

Accommodations

Hotel/Camp

Physical rating

required 60%

Price From

1,390

SKIMO on highest Iran mountains “Damavand & Alam Kouh” (12 days)

Damavand peak in winter the Ski Mountaineering program

Duration

12

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Adventure trip

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

Ski Mountaineering (SKIMO)

Accommodations

Lodge/ Private Camp

Physical rating

required 55%

Price From

1,380

SKIMO on Damavand & ski at the Tochal resort “4000m”(8 days)

Damavand Tochal SKIMO 8 Days Day 2

Duration

8

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Adventure trip

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

Ski & SKIMO

Accommodations

Hotel/Private Camp

Physical rating

required 45%

Price From

890

Ski in Coldness of Damavand to hottest Iran Desert (10 Days)

Desert Exploring and Damavand SKi combined

Duration

10

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

Full Board

Destinations

Tehran, Mazandaran, Kerman

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Complex, culture &adventure

Max Altitude

5671

Activities

SKIMO & Desert

Accommodations

Lodge/Camp

Physical rating

required 45%

Price From

1,360

a week in the best Iranian ski resorts(7 Days)

Darbandsar ski resort IRAN

Duration

7

Start & End Point

Tehran IKA Airport

Meals

full board

Destinations

Tehran, Fasham, Dizin

Transportations

Private car/van

Travel Style

Complex, culture &adventure

Max Altitude

3550

Activities

Skiing on the slopes

Accommodations

4 star hotel, private chalet

Physical rating

required 28%

Price From

1,049

FAQ

What is the average daily cost of Skiing in Iran?

Tickets for ski resorts in Iran are, on average, between 10 and 15 euros, but the cost of climbing with skis in ski mountaineering tours is between 80 and 100 euros per day.

is it possible to rent or buy Ski equipment in Iran?

Yes, you can rent the necessary equipment for skiing on the slopes from the ski resorts in Iran at around 15 to 20 euros per day if you need to rent Ski mountaineering equipment. In that case, it is better to contact us via email or WhatsApp so that we can provide you with the necessary equipment before entering Iran.

How is the rescue situation in Ski slopes of Iran?

There is a doctor present in all ski resorts in Iran and in case of an accident, treatment is provided immediately.

Are there any special rules for Skiing the woman in Iran?

There are no restrictions for women skiing in the backcountry of Iran, as well as mountain skiing in the off-piste heights, and every year a large number of female skiers from inside and outside Iran go skiing.

Is there any experienced guide for Ski Mountaineering in Iran?

There are many mountain ski guides in Iran. Some of them are Asia and word champion. In addition, all the guides in Persian Hike Falit have an international tour license.

What is the best time for Ski Mountaineering activity in Iran?

The best time for indoor skiing in Iran is from mid-December to mid-March and the best time for mountain skiing is from early February to early june

What are the favourite destinations for skiing in Iran?

One of the most popular mountain skiing areas is the Damavand peak and the surrounding 4000-meter altitudes. Also, the Dezin international ski slope is the most popular for skiing.

Which Ski slopes are accessible to Tehran?

Dizin, Darbandsar, Tochal, Shamshak and Ab Ali ski slopes are famous ski slopes in Tehran