Expedition Overview
Khinalig and Galaykhudat are among the most remote and culturally preserved villages in Azerbaijan, located at over 2,000 meters altitude. Khinalig (situated at 2,150m) is home to the unique Ketish people, while Galaykhudat, nestled at the foothills of the Gizilgaya plateau, is a rare Turkic-inhabited highland village. This hike offers unparalleled views of the Tufandag (4,191m) and Gizilgaya (3,750m) ranges.
Trail Details
ALTITUDES
Start: 2,161m
Final: 2,211m
Max: 2,300m
VERTICAL
Ascend: 451m
Descent: 410m
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
ETHNIC HERITAGE
Khinalig Culture
Galaykhudat Antiquity
Highland Traditions
GEOGRAPHY
Gudialchai Valley
Tufandag Range
Gizilgaya Plateau
Trip Itinerary
Full Day Program: Khinalig — Galaykhudat
07:00 - 11:00
Baku - Guba - Khinalig drive (2 Market/Need breaks included)
11:00 - 16:00
Hiking through the ancient trail from Khinalig to Galaykhudat village
13:30 - 14:30
Outdoor Lunch break with panoramic mountain views
16:00 - 17:00
Traditional Hot Meal in Galaykhudat village (local house)
17:00 - 21:00
Departure from Galaykhudat and return drive to Baku
Included Services:
Standard Transport, Professional 4x4 Off-road Transfer, Mountain Guide, Domestic Travel Insurance, Lunch (Picnic) and Traditional Hot Dinner.
