Rock-climbing
Armenia’s mountainous terrain offers an ideal setting for rock-climbing enthusiasts. Even in Yerevan, several sports clubs feature climbing walls where beginners and seasoned climbers alike can train before venturing into the great outdoors.
The country boasts numerous renowned rock-climbing destinations, including the Hrazdan Canyon, Noravank or Gnishik Canyon, and the dramatic Hell’s Canyon. Since 2009, Armenia has hosted annual rock-climbing competitions, reflecting the sport’s growing popularity.
For a guided climbing experience or training, you can connect with two key organizations: Up The Rock (email: info@uptherocks.com; phone: +374 93 337937), and Armenian Alpine Club (email: info@armenianalpineclub.org; phone: +374 93 337937). Both clubs are part of the Armenian Mountaineering and Skiing National School, dedicated to promoting outdoor sports in Armenia.
Canyoning
Armenia’s mountains and gorges, with their dense river networks, provide ideal locations for canyoning—a thrilling outdoor activity that has quickly gained popularity in the country. Canyoning involves descending rocky landscapes to reach rivers, navigating the water by walking and swimming with the current, and climbing back up using specialized equipment under the guidance of experienced instructors.
Currently, there are four officially registered canyoning sites in Armenia, including the Devil’s Bridge on the Vorotan River and the Litchk Waterfalls in the south. This adventurous activity is available for most of the year, with an eight-month season to explore Armenia’s natural beauty through canyoning. You can contact the Scream of Soul Team for organizing your canyoning experience (+374 93 835959, Instagram.com/canyoning_in_Armenia).
Rope Jumping
For those seeking a high-adrenaline adventure, rope jumping in Armenia offers an unforgettable experience. Whether jumping from bridges within Yerevan or leaping from high cliffs in the regions, this activity promises a thrilling rush.
You can join Up The Rocks Club (email: info@uptherocks.com; phone: +374 93 337937) or Scream of Soul Team (+374 93 835959, Instagram.com/scream_of_soul_team) to become a part of their rope-jumping events, where you will be provided with necessary gear to safely enjoy this memorable experience.
Zipline
In recent years, ziplining has become one of the most popular adventure activities in Armenia. You can now find ziplines of various lengths in different parts of the country.
Yerevan Zipline
This urban zipline passes beneath the Davtashen Bridge, offering a unique city-flight experience.
Contact: +374 43 40 90 90
Tsaghkadzor Zipline
Located in the scenic mountains and forests of Tsaghkadzor, this zipline offers breathtaking views of the town and its surroundings.
Contact: +374 43 292900
Yell Extreme Park
Armenia’s first and most renowned zipline is located near the village of Yenokavan, in Yell Extreme Park. Comprising multiple sections connected by hiking trails, it allows participants to take breaks and enjoy the stunning rocky and forested landscapes.
Contact: +374 41 010 030
Email: yell@apagaprojects.com
Website: yellextremepark.com
Byurakan Zip Line
This zipline offers a unique combination of adventure and gastronomy, with a wine-focused restaurant and a location directly above a gorge.
Contact: +374 99 479463
Website: zipwine.am
Paragliding
If you’re a fan of great heights and open skies, paragliding in Armenia is a must-try experience. These flights, conducted alongside skilled instructors, allow you to enjoy Armenia’s most breathtaking landscapes from a bird’s-eye view.
You can choose the flight location yourself, or, depending on the weather, the instructor can recommend the best spot. Popular paragliding locations include the mountains around Lake Sevan, Yeghvard, Aparan, Azat Reservoir with the Yeranos Mountains, Dilijan National Park, and more.
For a professional paragliding experience, contact Sky Club - phone: +374 98 055 119; email: info@skyclub.am; website: skyclub.am.
Hot Air Balloon Rides
In Yerevan’s city center and from elevated points around the city, you can often spot dozens of colorful hot air balloons soaring through the skies. Through Sky Ball, you can book private or group flights and even gift this unforgettable experience to your loved ones.
Sky Ball contact information: phone: +374 77 324444; Website: skyball.am.
Rafting
Rafting is one of the best ways to enjoy Armenia’s rivers and create unforgettable adventures. The Debed River in Lori Province offers ideal conditions for rafting during several months of the year. Starting near Tumanyan town, groups, equipped with proper gear and guided by professional instructors, navigate several kilometers down the river.
This exciting activity is perfect for families, friends, or even as a unique team-building experience. You can contact Rafting in Armenia team: phone: +374 94 129013; email: sales@raftinginarmenia.com; website: raftinginarmenia.com.
Water Sports
In Armenia, you can experience a wide range of trendy water sports such as kayaking, windsurfing, kitesurfing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and more. These activities are available at Lake Sevan, Azat Reservoir, and several rivers throughout the country. During the warm season, you can reach out to the following organizations to try these exciting sports:
Sky Club
Phone: +374 98 055 119
Email: info@skyclub.am
Website: skyclub.am
Armenian Camp
Phone: +374 99 003991
Email: armeniancamp@gmail.com
Wishup Shore
Phone: +374 43 132002
Email: wishupshore@gmail.com
Armenian Geographic
Phone: +374 43 005165
Website: armgeo.am
Yerevan Sailing Club
Phone: +374 91 121095, +374 91 214812
Winter Sports
Skiing, ice skating, snowkiting, and other winter adventures can be enjoyed in places like Tsaghkadzor, Ashotsk, Jermuk, and the slopes of Mount Aragats. These centers are well-equipped with the necessary infrastructure and instructors to ensure a safe and exciting experience.
Winter activities can be organized through:
Sky Club (phone: +374 98 055 119; email: info@skyclub.am; website: skyclub.am),Up The Rock Club (phone: +374 93 337937; email: info@uptherocks.com),
MyLer (phone: +374 12 717 717, email: info@myler.am, myler.am).
Caving Expeditions
Armenia’s numerous caves have attracted growing interest in recent years, both among locals and foreign travelers. Through Arm Speleo Team, you can learn about the development of caving in Armenia and upcoming expeditions, as well as join their organized trips (phone: +374 95 597 585; Instagram.com/arm_speleo_team).
Caving expeditions are also organized by Armenian Geographic Team (ArmGeo) - phone: +374 43 005165, website: armgeo.am, and Sky Club, phone: +374 98 055 119, email: info@skyclub.am.
Horse riding
Armenia’s diverse landscapes offer perfect conditions for horseback riding. In any region, you can find individuals ready to accompany you on horseback as you explore surrounding trails.
For organized horseback riding activities, you can contact Ayrudzi Equestrian Club, which also has a stable located near Yerevan: phone: +374 93 424570; email: ayrudzy1980@yahoo.com.
Additionally, you can join horseback riding tours organized at various resort areas, such as Apaga Resort in Yenokavan: phone: +374 60 650651, +374 77 004413; website: apagaresort.com.
Bicycle Tours
Although Armenia still lacks dedicated cycling lanes, the popularity of cycling has been growing in recent years. In regions like Lori, at the Debed Canyon COAF Visitors Center, in Tavush at Dilijan’s central park, and at Apaga Resort in Yenokavan, you can rent bicycles and explore these beautiful areas.
In Vanadzor, Boo Mountain Bike offers a mountain biking park with trails, where you can rent bicycles and join their urban or mountain tours.
Phone: +374 33 808069
Email: boomtbpark@gmail.com
Website: Instagram.com/boomtbpark/
In Yerevan, several cycling clubs organize multi-day cycling tours, such as:
Velo Club
Phone: +374 94 454027
Email: velocluberevan@gmail.com
Website: veloclub.am
Your Bike
Phone: +374 94 403902
Email: yourbikearmenia@gmail.com
Jeep Tours
Armenia’s mountains offer more than just hiking opportunities; they are also rich in routes for thrilling jeep tours. In Jermuk, you can find large jeeps in the city center ready to take you to hard-to-reach heights and deep gorges to explore the mineral geysers. Contact: Sos Khachatryan, +374 94 010062.
Through Sky Club, you can organize jeep tours across various destinations in Armenia: phone: +374 98 055 119; email: info@skyclub.am.
At Apaga Resort, you can join their organized jeep tours to nearby mountains: phone: +374 60 650651, +374 77 004413; website: apagaresort.com.
Henceforth, with this comprehensive list, you can explore Armenia through exciting adventures, see the country from different perspectives, and create memorable and happy experiences.
