The 8 Best Hiking Trips in Azerbaijan

1.Gleykhudat 1 day hiking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $258Our pick

Leave Baku early for Guba, then ride a 4x4 into the Caucasus and hike from Khinalig toward Galeykhudat and Gleykhudat. Guides such as Tural, Nurlan, Heydar, and Sakit have led this route, which includes lunch, bottled water, insurance, and hotel pickup.

“The whole trip was organised professionally and the company was very helpful and flexible with the last minute changes of plan which we made due to the bad weather. Our guide was amazing. We spent the entire trip discussing history and Read more”

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2.Hiking to Laza and Mujug Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $123

Leave Baku early for Gabala, then walk roughly 15 km through forest, springs, and river crossings to Laza and Mujug, said to be Azerbaijan’s highest waterfall at 54 meters. A private vehicle, bottled water, and an English-speaking guide such as Khayyam are included. Lunch is not.

“First of all this is the second time I join a tour with this team, and, yes, I recommend.”

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3.Hiking to Mystic Nisagala Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $55Best value

Leave Baku at 6:30 am for a full-day trip to Nisagala village in the Talysh Mountains. You will hike through Nisagala Canyon, visit its waterfall and Cidir plain, then share Azerbaijani dishes, sweets, and samovar tea with a local guide and a group of up to 18 people.

“The trip was very interesting, visitors who joined the tour were friendly even though most of them didn’t know each other before. We had a delicious meal in the afternoon too. It would be better if you go late spring and summer time to see more green space.”

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4.Private Hike through Magic Valley to Laza waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $250

Join a private 13 to 14-hour trip from Baku with guides Aboo or Rahman. Stop at Beshbarmag Mountain, hike 7.5km from Kuzun to Laza, see twin waterfalls, meet shepherds, and eat a traditional dinner in a high mountain village.

“Have hiked plenty across the world and can say this was one of the vesy well organized ones. Aboo took into account very minor detail to make sure we were well equipped. The scenery on the hike was fantastic. Our guide Rahman was kind, helpful and perfect gentlemen. We were very surprised that this isn't seeing more visitors from around the world.”

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5.Galakhudat – Khinalig hiking tour with home-made lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $170

Leave Baku at 7:30 AM for Quba, switch to a Niva Lada or UAZ, then hike 8 km from Galakhudat to Khinalig at 2,287 meters. Guides such as Sabina and Nurlan lead the private day trip, which ends with a traditional lunch in a local home.

“The hike was great! Even with the fog and snow, the mountain is still great! Sabina was a friendly and hospitable host, and the village people welcomed me warmly. The peak was hidden by clouds, which made me want to do this one day in summer.”

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6.2 Day Hiking Homestay Tour in Remote Villages of Guba

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $385

Travel from Baku into the remote Guba mountains, ride a Niva or UAZ to Khinalig, then hike to Galakhudat and Griz. Sabina may guide your private group, with homestay lodging, local meals, and mountain views included.

“I went with my mum on this trip and it was the highlight of our holidays in Azerbaijan. We loved visiting all the villages and the experience of eating and sleeping in the local houses was amazing. The families that hosted us were truly welcoming. Read more”

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7.Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $175

Leave Baku at 7:30 AM for Quba, switch to an off-road vehicle, and ride to remote Griz village. With an English-speaking guide such as Sabina, you’ll hike 3 km to a cave waterfall, enjoy tea with locals, and eat a homemade Caucasian lunch.

“This was a magical experience that stands as the highlight of our two weeks in Azerbaijan. The village is wonderfully remote and really tricky to reach, the driver did a fabulous job of reaching it via a series of narrow rocky roads. Honestly, I Read more”

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8.3-Day Hiking & Trekking Tour Remote Villages in Guba Azerbaijan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $600

Guide Gani leads this 3-day, 2-night journey from Baku through Griz, Galakhudat and Khinalig. Expect steep mountain trails, a homestay, home-cooked meals, waterfalls, canyon views and cultural stops in Guba, including Jewish Red Town.

“The trek was an absolutely fabulous unique experience. Gani is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to be around and share our 3 days with. Staying with remote mountain families, and seeing how they live and survive is such a privelagRead more”

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