A trip to the Cloud Ocean

semnan
Travel Style
Nature
Age Range
10-60
Service Level
Mid-Range
Physical Rating
2/5
Local Touch
5/5

Description

Opert, the dreamy border between the provinces of Semnan and Mazandaran, is where the desert meets the forest. The most captivating feature of Opert is its thick, beautiful clouds, forming a sea of clouds that attracts numerous nature lovers. Located between Semnan and Mazandaran, about 55 kilometers north of Mahdishahr, Opert is a pristine and incredibly scenic area. Like a mountain wall, it blocks the movement of clouds, creating a cool summer resort. The beauty of Opert includes traditional village houses, stunning plains, green-covered mountains, and bubbling springs. Due to the height of the mountain wall in this region, rain clouds mostly stop on the northern slopes, which is why the north side is always lush with fresh vegetation, while the southern side, receiving less rainfall, often appears yellowish. This wall is referred to as the “Opert Wall.”

Best Time to Visit

In the summer resort area of Opert, there is no sign of heat, making spring and summer the best times to visit. The weather is cool and pleasant during these seasons, and the lush, green nature is simply stunning.


Activity

What you will do

  • Opert (visit to the forest and Cloud Ocean)
  • Visit to the Parvar Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Swimming in the Oben waterfall
  • Visit to the House of Ebrahim Khan Qajar
  • Village exploration
  • Off-road driving
  • Experience baking traditional bread

What is included / not included

Includes

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks (seasonal fruit, mineral water, and…) Lunch and Dinner
  • Private driver and Off-road vehicle
  • Speaking English guide
  • Airport Pickup from IKA
  • Accommodation in an eco-lodge (this accommodation does not have beds)
  • Visa authorization letter
  • Travel insurance for up to 30 days with the coverage of 10K EUR
  • Organization of the whole trip, 24/7 Support

Not Includes

  • International flights
  • Personal expenses (like shopping)
  • Entrance fees

What to bring

  • Comfortable Footwear
  • Personal medicines
  • Small bag
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen

Tour Plan

Day 1

We will leave Tehran early in the morning and go to Garmsar to have breakfast at one of the traditional hotels in Garmsar. After breakfast, we will take a tour of Garmsar to visit the city's water reservoir square. Then we will head towards Semnan. We will take a drive around Semnan and visit the beautiful city square. We continue our journey to Shahmirzad. In the beautiful city of Shahmirzad, we will take a short walk to enjoy the pleasant weather and its gardens. After having a snack, we will head to Finsak and reach our accommodation. We will have lunch at the accommodation (if there is an opportunity, you can participate in the cooking process). After lunch, we will rest for a while and then head towards the Aparteh peak. At Aparteh Peak, we will have a snack and enjoy the view of the clouds. On the way, we will take a short walk in the forest and then head back to the accommodation. We will have dinner at the accommodation, and after dinner, we will gather around a fire for a chat.

Day 2

Hello from the second day in the little paradise of Semnan. After breakfast, we get ready to head towards the waterfall, where we will take a dip. After that, we will visit the house of Ebrahim Khan Qajar. Then we will return to the accommodation for lunch. In the afternoon, we will get ready to visit the Parvar Wildlife Sanctuary. Finally, we will prepare to head back home.

Meeting Point Location

We will return you to Tehran, to your place of accommodation, and bid farewell with fond memories of our journey together.

Booking

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