Rising from the north-west shores of Lake Van, Mount Suphan is a magnificent dormant volcano. Throughout the winter, snow falls on Suphan reaching three to four meters. The mountain's steep slopes and snow blanket combine to make it a good location for "Heli-skiing" -- using helicopters to drop you off on the slopes for an adventure of high mountain skiing.

The easily accessible southern and eastern flanks of Suphan are the preferred faces for ascending the mountain; they both offer spectacular views.

To climb from the eastern flank take the coast road that circles Lake Van. In the stretch between Adilcevaz and Erci, turn north to Aydinlar village. From there you continue on to Kıcgıllı village where you can find a guide to lead you in your ascent. The climbs from the south begin at the village of Harmantepe.