Altai Tavan Bogd Mountain Climbing Tour
About this tour
Join us as we climb one of Mongolia’s highest peaks, Mount Khuiten
Mount Khuiten is one of the highest peaks of the Altai Mountains and the highest point of Mongolia at 4374 m. The Kuithen Peak simultaneously borders Russia, China and Kazakhstan and is close to other beautiful peaks: Malchin, Niaramdal, Naran, Snowchurch and Olgii, and Mongolia’s longest glacier, Potanin, 19 km long.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Ulgii, Mongolia
You will fly to Ulgii City, in the Bayan-Ulgii province in Western Mongolia, about a 3 hour flight. The population of this province is mostly Kazakh, with their own culture and language. At the airport you will be met your English-speaking guide, as well as your driver and expedition cook. After lunch we will drive to Tavn Bogd (Five Peaks) National Park, about 90 km, with an overnight stay in a tent camp (Tent/L/D).
Day 2: Ulgii, Mongolia to Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia
Today we take a 4 to 5 hour drive through the foothills of the mountains and reach the Tsagaan Gol Valley in the early afternoon. This a common place for the nomadic peoples to make camp in the summertime and where the Tuvan people live, practicing their Shaman religion. Here we will meet our camel guide to prepare for the next day’s hike. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 3: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia to Altai Tavan Bogd, Mongolia
Today we will hike 18 km to the base camp of Tavn Bogd. Our luggage will be transported by camels, handled by the local Tuvan people, they are friendly and helpful. On the way you can see the ice peaks of the Potanin and Alexander Glaciers. The base camp is at an elevation of 3000 m. Total hiking time about 6 to 8 hours (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 4: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia
Acclimatization Day After breakfast we will start slowly walking for about an hour and then start climbing to Malchin Peak (4050 m), which is on the Mongolian side of the Russian border. Malchin Peak is the lowest of the Holy Five Peaks. It takes 6 to 7 hours to climb to the top of Malchin. Most of the climb will be on rocks, then back to camp to relax. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 5: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia
We will cross the Potanin Glacier which lies between the base camp and Khuiten Peak. We will cross many big crevasses before reaching the peak. From the base camp, the hike is one day. We will set up camp at 3,500 m. The next morning, weather permitting, we will set about climbing the peak. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 6: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia
We will cross the Potanin Glacier which lies between the base camp and Khuiten Peak. We will cross many big crevasses before reaching the peak. From the base camp, the hike is one day. We will set up camp at 3,500 m. The next morning, weather permitting, we will set about climbing the peak. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 7: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia
We will cross the Potanin Glacier which lies between the base camp and Khuiten Peak. We will cross many big crevasses before reaching the peak. From the base camp, the hike is one day. We will set up camp at 3,500 m. The next morning, weather permitting, we will set about climbing the peak. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 8: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia
We will cross the Potanin Glacier which lies between the base camp and Khuiten Peak. We will cross many big crevasses before reaching the peak. From the base camp, the hike is one day. We will set up camp at 3,500 m. The next morning, weather permitting, we will set about climbing the peak. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 9: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia
We will cross the Potanin Glacier which lies between the base camp and Khuiten Peak. We will cross many big crevasses before reaching the peak. From the base camp, the hike is one day. We will set up camp at 3,500 m. The next morning, weather permitting, we will set about climbing the peak. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 10: Altai Mountains, Mongolia
Today we will hike back to the Oigor River valley, and meet the drivers. (Tent/B/L/D)
Day 11: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia to Ulgii, Mongolia
We will say goodbye to our Tuvan friends and take the 7 hour drive back to Ulgii. On the way we will visit with the Kazakh Eagle Hunters. Tonight is our chance to sleep in a Kazakh yurt (ger), and we will celebrate the ascent with cold beers and a traditional Kazakh meal. Alternatively you can spend the night in our own hotel, Eagle’s Nest, with all modern comforts. (GerorHotel/B/L/D)
Day 12: Ulgii, Mongolia to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
This morning we catch the return flight to Ulaanbataar. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon for shopping. (Hotel/B/L/D)
What's included
Sleeping bag International flights Visa Travel insurance Charges for excess baggage Airport taxes Individual equipment Drinks and extra charges in hotels and inns All alcoholic drinks All costs not specified in “Included”
What to know
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Route & locations
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Ulgii, Mongolia