Mongolian trekking tour program
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar
Our team will meet you up at Chinggiss Khan international airport and drive to local hotel in Ulaanbaatar city.
1st Day
Flight to Ulgii (Western Mongolia)
Arrive in Ulgii (capital of Bayan-Ulgii province). Same day start driving to Altai Tavan Bogd national park and do camping in the ‘White river valley” next to Tuvan nomadic families.
2nd Day
Hike to the Base camp
Higher local nomads with camels for luggage and mountain gear transportation and you will be following by hiking with towards Potaniin glacier base camp side. After arriving base camp you will have time to walk on Potaninii glacier.
4th Day
Hike up to Malchin peak (optional)
This hike is optional but strongly recommended for first visitors of Altai Tavan Bogd national park. The name of the Malchin peak means the herder. The Malchin peak shares the land of Mongolia from its south and land of Russia from its north side. The Peak towers at the elevation of 4,050m. This is the only peak that accessible for any hikers without any special skills and climbing kits.
5th Day
Hike back to white river valley
Start trekking back to the same gate of Altai Tavan Bogd national park. Have rest, relax and camp over there. Visit local tuvan nomadic families.
6th Day
Hike to Har Salaa valley
Start trekking to the south of Altai Tavan Bogd national park. On the way you will stop for lunch where are many Rock Arts, Petroglyphs from the ancient Turcic age which is also known as the biggest in Asia. At the end of the day, you will reach a place called “Har Salaa”. This is the most beautiful spot where Tuvan Nomads spend their summer.
7th Day
Hike to Bear valley
Early morning start trekking to the snow-capped mountains and cross it to Bear Valley where you will have lots of chances to see wild animals such as Black Bear, Red Deer…Spend night over there.
8th Day
Aq su valley
Start trekking to the south along the most beautiful white river and lakes. At the same day reach Akh Su Valley which is famous as the summer camp of western Mongolian Kazakh nomads. Visit families, see how nomads make embroideries and milk products. You will be busy with photographing and more excited about new lifestyle activities. Camping just next to those families. You can also compare the differences between Kazakh and Tuvan nomadic lifestyles.
9th Day
Drive back to Ulgii town
Start driving back to Ulgii town. On your way stop to see “Dear Stones” (rocks with face of human) or Bal-Bals. arrive in Ulgii. Have hot shower at your Hotel room. Dinner at one of local restaurant. During the dinner time you will be enjoying Kazakh traditional folk concert (live music).
10th Day
Flight to Ulaanbaatar
Fly to Ulaanbaatar. Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and meet your guide. Same day drive to Terelj national park. Visit Turtle rock and hike in Arabal temple (meditation center). Stay at local Ger camp resort.
11th Day
Ulaanbaatar city tour
Drive to Chinggiss Khan’s statue in Sonjin boldog. Visit small museum inside. Hike up to Chinggiss khan’s horse head. At the same day drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Stay at your hotel.
12th Day
Depart from Ulaanbaatar
Drive to Chinggiss Khan international airport and take flight to depart from Mongolia.
13th Day
How to get here?
There is no direct flight to Ulgii where Altai mountain located. First you must land in Ulaanbaatar city (capital of Mongolia and next day catch a plane to Ulgii. There are also buses available between Ulaanbaatar and Ulgii.
Can I do this without mountain guide?
According to Mongolian low it is not allowed to travel without local guide to Altai tavan Bogd national park as these area located too close to Chines and Russian borders.
