Kal Ghodouis Peak

Kal Ghodouis Peak is one of the highest and most prominent summits of the Dena range in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province, in the west of the Central Zagros. Its elevation is reported at about 4,340 to 4,350 metres above sea level, making it one of Iran's 4,000-metre peaks. The peak lies in the northern part of the Dena ridgeline, close to the villages of Ab-Malakh and Sivar, and its height and commanding position offer a sweeping view of Dena's mountain landscape. The Dena range is one of the most important parts of the Zagros, with more than 40 peaks above 4,000 metres, and Kal Ghodouis holds a special place among them.

Climbing Kal Ghodouis Peak appeals to professional and experienced mountaineers. The standard routes start from Sivar village or Ab-Malakh village and cross Dena's ridge routes and passes. Along the way you will find springs of fresh drinking water and mountain meadows. The climb calls for mountaineering equipment, familiarity with rope work and knowledge of high-altitude travel techniques, especially on snow-prone sections in the cold seasons. Together with Dena's other famous peaks, such as Kal Shida and Kal Bolbol, this peak forms a set of classic mountaineering destinations in the Zagros.

To reach Kal Ghodouis Peak from the city of Yasuj, you can take the road towards Semirom, then continue to Sivar or Ab-Malakh village and follow the mountain footpath from there. The best time to climb this peak is summer (early Tir to Shahrivar), when the weather is more favourable and sudden precipitation is less likely. Even so, careful planning, safety equipment, awareness of the weather conditions and taking a guide or joining a mountaineering group are recommended. It is also essential to practise responsible nature tourism: do not leave litter, respect the vegetation and wildlife of the area, and stay on the marked routes to protect the ecosystem of the Dena mountains.