Lezgi Heritage Hike

Kuzun - Laza Waterfall Trail

Explore the mountain-forest landscape of Gusar. Experience the raw beauty of Shahdag & Gizilgaya ranges while visiting the majestic double waterfalls of Laza.

Distance7.7 KM
Max Elevation1819 M
Difficulty3 / 5
Distance7.7 KM
Max Altitude1,819 M
Difficulty3 / 5
Duration1 Day

Expedition Overview

Kuzun and Laza are iconic mountain villages of Gusar located in the foothills of Shahdag mountain. This hike traverses a stunning mountain-forest landscape with wonderful views of the Shahdag and Gizilgaya ranges. We start in Kuzun, visiting the Kuzun waterfall, and conclude in Laza after visiting the famous Double Laza waterfalls, followed by a local hot meal.

Trail Details

ALTITUDES

Starting Point: 1,385m
Max Altitude: 1,819m
Vertical Gain: +869m

LANDSCAPE

Highland Forest
Alpine Meadows
Multiple Waterfalls

COMMUNITY

Lezgi Ethnic Group
Stone-built Architecture
Local Gastronomy

TECHNICAL

One-way hike
Guided Support
Return via Transport

Expedition Program

FULL DAY
Kuzun — Laza Waterfall Hike
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07:00 - 11:00
Baku - Gusar - Kuzun Village Drive (2 Market/Need breaks on the road)
11:00 - 16:00
Hiking from Kuzun village to Laza village through mountain-forest landscape
13:00 - 14:00
Picnic Lunch break in Ballıgaya (Short breaks included along the trail)
16:00 - 17:00
Exploring Laza Village and visiting the Double Laza waterfalls
17:00 - 18:00
Traditional hot meal in a local house at Laza village
18:00 - 21:00
Departure from Laza and return drive to Baku (1 emergency break)
Included Services: Comfortable Transport, Professional Mountain Guide, Domestic Travel Insurance, Picnic Lunch, Traditional Dinner in Local House.

Included Services

LOGISTICS

Full transport from Baku and back. No turning back on foot - car pick up included in Laza.

SAFETY

Professional mountain guide and domestic travel insurance for all participants.

MEALS

Picnic during the hike and a full traditional hot meal in a local house in Laza.

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