12-Day Ultimate Altai Expedition Tavan Bogd Peaks & Nomad Culture

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
1 stop
1
Chinggis Khan Statue Complex
Transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure flight. Your guide will assist you with the airport transfer and departure arrangements.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Ulaanbaatar to Bayan-Ölgii & Tavan Bogd National Park
1 stop
2
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Travelers enter Altai Tavan Bogd National Park and continue by 4WD vehicle toward the remote Tsagaan Gol (White River) area, surrounded by spectacular Altai mountain scenery.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Hike to Tavan Bogd Base Camp
1 stop
3
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
After breakfast, hike or travel by horse from the park gate to the Tavan Bogd Base Camp at approximately 3,040 meters. Enjoy spectacular views of the Altai Mountains, permanent snowfields and alpine landscapes along the way.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Acclimatization Trek to Mälchin Peak
1 stop
4
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Hike to Mälchin Peak at approximately 4,050 meters for an acclimatization trek. Enjoy spectacular views of the Altai Mountains and surrounding high-altitude landscapes before returning to the base camp
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Trek to High Camp
1 stop
5
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Trek across the moraine toward the High Camp for the Mt. Khüiten summit attempt. The route gradually climbs toward the glacier, reaching approximately 3,600–3,700 meters. Crampons are required for this section.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Summit Attempt of Khüiten Peak (4,374 m)
1 stop
6
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Attempt to summit Khüiten Peak, Mongolia's highest mountain at 4,374 meters. The ascent begins early in the morning after checking weather and mountain conditions. Climbers use crampons, harnesses, ice axes and other technical mountaineering equipment before descending back to Base Camp.
12 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Summit Contingency Day & Rest at Base Camp
1 stop
7
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Reserve day for the Khüiten Peak summit attempt in case of unfavorable weather or mountain conditions. If the summit attempt is completed as planned, this day is used for rest and acclimatization at Tavan Bogd Base Camp.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Descend to Tsagaan Gol & Visit a Nomadic Family
1 stop
8
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Descend from Tavan Bogd Base Camp to Tsagaan Gol, enjoying the spectacular valley scenery and a waterfall along the route.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 9
Drive to Khurgan Lake & Discover Ancient Rock Art
1 stop
9
Khoton and Khurgan Lake
Visit the famous ancient rock paintings of Shiveet Khairkhan and discover the archaeological heritage of the Altai Mountains before continuing toward Khurgan Lake.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 10
Khurgan Lake to Ölgii & Kazakh Eagle Hunter Experience
3 stops
10
Khoton and Khurgan Lake
Visit a Kazakh nomadic family and experience the traditional eagle-hunting culture of the Kazakh people. Meet a golden eagle, take photographs, and learn about this unique cultural tradition.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
11
Khoton and Khurgan Lake
Visit Baga Turgen Waterfall and enjoy a short walk through the beautiful Altai landscape. The waterfall is approximately a 35-minute walk each way from the vehicle.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
12
Bayan-Olgii Province
Continue to Ölgii, the capital of Bayan-Ölgii Province. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kazakh music performance while having dinner at a local restaurant.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Fly from Ölgii to Ulaanbaatar
1 stop
13
Ulaanbaatar
Fly from Ölgii to Ulaanbaatar. After arriving in the capital, transfer to your hotel with your guide and enjoy free time for shopping or exploring the city.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Departure from Ulaanbaatar
1 stop
14
After breakfast, transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure flight. Your guide will assist you with the airport transfer and departure arrangements.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
• Minimum age is 21 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult (children not for climbing just for the tour)

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