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ALTAI TREKKING TOUR IN MONGOLIA

11 DAYS – 10 NIGHTS (FROM $1950 )

Duration: 11 days 10 nights
Price from: 1950 USD
Best Time: July 1st – Sept 5
Group size: 2-12
Destination: Western Mongolia
Difficulty: Moderate
Suitable age: 15-65

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July 2nd-13th (Attend Naadam Festival)
August 10th-21st

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the gorgeous Altai Tavan Bogd National Park! Discover Altai Travel offers you the best trekking tour in Mongolia.

During this great route, you will see the snowcapped spectacular Altai Mountains including the highest peak in Mongolia, Mount Khuiten, and the tourist favorite Malchin peak.

For those who wish to climb Malchin Peak, neither extreme experience is required, but you will require hiking boots, a walking stick, and a guide. Once you’ve reached the top of Malchin, you’ll be rewarded with an amazing perspective. Altai Mountains is the best place for hiking in Mongolia, explore the Potanin Glacier (the longest glacier in central Asia) and White River Valley, which is home to the Tuvan tribe.

Tuvans have their own language and practice Shamanism. Experience incredible wild nature in the Bear Valley which is only accessible in the summertime due to harsh elements. You will visit Khoton and Khurgan lakes which include a beautiful waterfall. These are considered significant relics for geological and hydrogeological research since these lakes are linked by ground water channels.

By the lake, you have the opportunity to stay with a local nomadic family that will introduce you to the ancient tradition of hunting with eagles. It is an all-included package tour with an experienced support local team with nomadic families.

Any trekking in Mongolia is incomplete without thick pine forests, high mountain passes, rolling hills streams and boulders to hop over. Every day we will trek for around 5-6 hours through the Mongolian steppe with the wild flowers and arrive at the camping place. We are well equipped with camping and cooking gear. During the trip, all baggage will be transported by camels. You just need to prepare your sleeping bag.

Some adventure seekers also do this trek, but instead of walking, they’re horseback riding. So for those who like adventure travel, trip planning is essential to a great experience.

It is one of the best trekking tours in Mongolia with stunning Altai Mountain. Please get in touch with us to learn more about the trip. We are happy to meet you in this remote corner of the world. Trekking in this remote region will take you to the true wilderness only a few have experienced. Come and enjoy an unforgettable trekking tour with the Discover Altai Team!

DAY 1: Welcome to the Heart of Altai Mountains

Our Discover Altai team will meet you on your arrival at Bayan-Olgii local. This is a land of nomadic eagle hunters and the gorgeous Altai Mountains. The majority population of the province is ethnic Kazakh people, who have kept their ancient nomadic culture for thousands of years. At the airport, you will be welcomed by your local expedition team consisting of a driver, cook, and an English-speaking tour guide. First, we will take you to your hotel.

You can take a rest (take a shower and have a nap). Afternoon, we will give you a guided tour of the city which includes visiting the Museum and local Bazaar. Welcome dinner at a restaurant.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

DAY 2: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park

Drive to Altai Tavan Bogd National Park (ATBNP). On the halfway break for lunchtime. Arrive at Oigor valley (North gate of TBNP). Set up our tent and make ourselves comfortable. Delicious dinner from our chef cook. There will be delicious dinner from our chef cook.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total drive: 5-6 hours

DAY 3: Trek to Base camp

After having breakfast, get ready for our first trekking day. All baggage will be transported by camels, guided by local herders. It is about 16 km to the base camp and usually, it takes around 5-7 hours to walk. Enjoy an open-air lunch at the halfway point. The lunch will be served via lunchboxes. Make sure that you have enough water for trekking. The Base Camp is located in one of the most beautiful places in Mongolia. Here you have an opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of the Altai Mountains which includes the highest peak Mount Khuiten and Potanin Glacier. Enjoy your trekking!

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total trekking: 5-6 hours

DAY4: Climb to Malchin Peak (4051m/13290f above sea level )

Malchin Peak is located right on the borderline between Russia and Mongolia. It is the only mountain where it is possible to climb up without any special climbing equipment, except hiking boots.

But it is not easy, some parts of the trail are very steep with big stones, which makes it difficult to climb up. Also, the weather plays a big role. Our main priority is to be safe. So, our tour guide will lead the group as highly as possible depending on how the weather changes.

Enjoy the breathtaking view of the surrounding nature. As an alternative option, in case of bad weather, we can offer you to explore Potanin Glacier. It is a 16 km long and 4 km wide glacier with a number of deep crevasses.

Enjoy your trekking. Then you will go back to the base camp. As usual delicious meal from our chef cook will be waiting for you

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total trekking: 7 hours more-less

DAY5: White-River valley

Today we will trek down to the south entrance. We will take a different trail than we came and it is one of the most beautiful valleys in the National Park. Enjoy snow-capped mountains and a stunning white river. The color of the water is really white because it takes starts right from the glacier and the mineral dust turns the water white. But you can try fly fishing there, if you are interested in it.

Sadly, it is not drinkable. Arrive at the South entrance of the National park. Set our tents at the camping place and prepare your sleeping bag. In the evening, if you feel like more hiking, we can recommend you to visit Green Lake. It takes another couple of hours but you will not regret it. Then we can make it for the evening activity.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total trekking: 6-7 hours

DAY6: Trekking to Black Valley

The Tuvan people are a tribe that live in these valleys and follow the Shamanism religion. They have their own language which is unique to them, and they’re also known for their excellent throat singing. On this day you will have the opportunity to visit a local people and explore their nomadic way of living. During your visit, the Tuvan women might show you their hand-made souvenirs, which are made of animal wool. If you are interested, you can buy some. Camp in the Black Valley.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total trekking: 6 hours more/less

DAY7: Bear Valley

Today we will trek over the Takhilt Pass which is one of the highest and steepest passes on our tour. Our destination is the Bear Valley which has untouched wild nature that is only accessible during the summertime.

This natural reserve was formed by volcanic eruptions that occurred many centuries ago. The valley is home to wild animals like bears, red deer, foxes, and wolves. But, nowadays because of travelers it is rare to see wild animals except some deer. It is a very enjoyable part of our trekking.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total trekking: 6 hours more/less

DAY8: Enjoy stunning Khoton lake

Today we will be trekking for about 4 hours and meet our vehicle at the end of the valley near the Ranger station. Be ready to cross several rivers. Say goodbye to the camel herders and switch to the car. Drive for about 2 hours and camp by Khoton Lake.

Upon arrival at the lakeside, you can hike to Biluu Hill where you can explore ancient petroglyphs which belong to the Bronze Age. We highly recommend you climb on top of the hill and enjoy the scenic landscape of the surroundings.

It takes around 1 hour. Also, you can swim in the lake, the driver and guide will try to catch some fish.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total trekking: 4 hours more/less
Total drive: 2 hours

Day9: Visit Eagle Hunter’s family & Whaterfall Valley

After breakfast, drive about half an hour to the eagle hunter’s family. Experience more about the ancient traditions of nomadic Kazakh people. Enjoy the hospitality of Mongolian people and be a part of nomadic life. Try a cup of traditional tea with milk and salt.

The Kazakh people are also well known for their traditional hunting with specially trained golden eagles. Meet our eagle hunter and explore their way of practicing with the sky lord. You can have a memorable picture with an eagle.

In the afternoon take a hike for around 3 hours in Waterfall Valley. The valley is famous for its stunning nature and two waterfalls which are around 10 m/ 32f high. Back to the camping.

For the dinner, we will have a traditional meal. Hope you like meat. If not, no worries, our cook can make a number of vegetarian meals as well.

Accommodation: Tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total hiking: 3-4 hours

DAY10: Drive back to Ulgii

Enjoy the endless Altai Mountains. The tour itinerary has included a traditional folk concert in a small town in Olgiy. But as an alternative option, we can visit the famous throat singer Batsukh.

Sometimes the throat singer won’t be at home, but no worries, in that case, we will invite a local Kazakh traditional singer. You are going to love them too. Farewell dinner will be at a restaurant

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Total drive: 6 hours

DAY 11: Fly back to Ulaanbaatar

Thank you for coming! Have a safe flight!

Everything You Need To Know

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During the trip, you will be supported by local experienced guides. The team consists of a local English-speaking tour guide, an experienced driver, and an expedition cook. Also, all baggage will be transported by camels and local herder guys will help us with that. Our Discover Altai team has representatives in all positions of the tour. We will take excellent care of our guests.

During the tour, we mostly stayed in tents (The Northface VE-25). We are equipped with sleeping bags and mattresses. For two days of your stay in Ulgii, you will get to experience the comfort hotels in the downtown.

In addition, you will also have a chance to live with local nomads in their ger camps (a round tent used by Mongolian nomads) and get first-hand experience of Mongolian customs and their way of life.

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park is located at a high elevation. The weather in this area changes really fast (Mountain climate). In the daytime, it can be sunny and hot, but in the evening it gets cold especially in the thickly wooded sections. We recommend you pack extra clothes to be ready for all types weather of conditions. Warm clothes, waterproof jacket.

1st July – 5th September. Day walks are easy , but you should still prepare your body beforehand.

Headlight, hiking boots, sunscreen, warm clothes, sunhat, gloves, day backpack, books, antibacterial handwash, towel, waterproof jacket and pants, sandals, towel, personal medicine, anti-mosquito cream, power bank, solar charger, walking sticks. If you don’t have them, don’t worry, you can get everything from Mongolia’s famous Black market. (Narantuul zakh)

There are no signals and electricity at the National Park. We highly recommend you let your family know about your trip in advance. To make sure they will not be worried. We will have only an emergency call.

Tour Price includes

All accommodation during the trip /tent, traditional yurt, /
Domestic flights(internal flights), round trip
Local driver
All transportation /+Fuel/
English-speaking tour guide
Expedition cook Eat & Drink (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Bottled water and snacks)
All Camping & Cooking equipment
Camel support
Visit eagle hunter’s family
Invitation Letter for Visa
Pick-up and drop-off services
National Park permits and all fees during the trip.

Tour price excludes

International airfare
Personal needs
Alcohol drinks
Excess baggage fee (15 kg domestic flights )
Travel Insurance
Gratitude

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Tour Price & Scheduled dates:

Tour Price

2 PAX – 2600 USD p/p
3 PAX – 2300 USD p/p
+4 PAX – 1950 USD p/p

Scheduled dates:

2nd July– 13th July /+Naadam Festival/
10th August – 21st August

Cancellation Policy:

·        Cancellation more than two months fee would be 400 USD
·        Cancellation more than 45 days fee would be 500 USD
·        Cancellation less than a month before departure will 600 USD
·        And rest of the payments will be return back.

How to BOOK?

Confirm with our tour itinerary
Agree with terms and conditions
Set the tour departure date
Deposit 600 USD per person
Send us a copy of your passports

Discounts:

First two travelers who join the group, we offer a 5% discount.
Group tour 5% – 10 %

So, Ladies and Gentlemen! The Discover Altai team is looking forward to meeting you and providing unforgettable expeditions to this remote corner of the world!

If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is special about the Altai Mountains?

The Altai Mountains are a mountain range in Central and East Asia, where Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan come together. The Altai Mountains are home to a number of different animals, including the snow leopard, the argali (a type of wild sheep), and the ibex (a type of wild goat).

Can you hike the Altai Mountains?

Yes! The Altai Mountains are a popular destination for hikers and trekkers from all over the world.

What animals live in the Altai Mountains?

The Altai Mountains are the natural habitat of a few choice animals, including the argali (a kind of wild sheep), and the ibex (another type of wild goat). However this mountain range is most famous for being the dwelling place of endangered snow leopards.

How long is the Altai Mountain range?

The Altai Mountain range stretches for about 2700 kilometers or 1700 miles. It runs from the altitudes of 900 meters or 3000 feet in the west, to 4500 meters or 14750 feet in the east.

Are the Altai Mountains cold?

The Altai Mountains are located in Central and East Asia, where the climate is generally cooler than in other parts of the world. However, the temperatures in the Altai Mountains can vary depending on the time of year and the altitude. In general, the higher up you go in the mountains, the colder it will be.