Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar - Upon arrival at Ulaan Baatar airport, our representative will greet you. After checking in at the hotel, we will embark on a city sightseeing tour followed by a welcome dinner. (Hotel/D)

Flight to Ulgii, Bayan Ulgii

Olgiy - Take a flight to Ulgii City in Bayan-Ulgii province, Western Mongolia, which lasts about 3 hours. This province is predominantly inhabited by Kazakhs, who have their own distinct culture and language. At the airport, you will be welcomed by your English-speaking guide, driver, and expedition cook. Before lunch, you will explore Ulgii town, visiting the local museum, open-air market, and mosque. After lunch, we will drive to Tavan Bogd (Holy Five Peaks) National Park in the Tsagaan Gol Valley. The entire journey will take approximately 7 hours, with an overnight stay in a tent camp along the way.

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - After lunch, we will head to Tavan Bogd (Holy Five Peaks) National Park in the Tsagaan Gol Valley. The total journey will take around 7 hours, with an overnight stay in a tent camp.

Hike 16 km to Altai Tavan Bogd Basecamp

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - Today, we will hike for 6 hours to reach the base camp of Tavan Bogd. Our luggage will be transported by camels, managed by the friendly and helpful local people. The base camp is situated at an elevation of 3000 meters. From our campsite, we can also visit the Potanina glacier.

Climbing to Malchin Peak

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - After breakfast, we will begin with a slow walk for about an hour before starting our climb to Malchin Peak (4050 meters), located on the Mongolian side of the Russian border. Malchin Peak is the lowest of the Holy Five Peaks and falls under the 3rd category of climbing complexity. It takes 6 to 7 hours to reach the summit. Most of the climb involves navigating rocks. Afterward, we will return to camp to relax.

Hike to Oigor river valley

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - Today, we will hike back to the Oigor River valley to meet the drivers. (Tent/B/L/D)

Return to Ulgii

Olgiy - We will drive for 7 hours back to Ulgii. Along the way, we will visit Kazakh Eagle Hunters. Spend the night in your ger camp or hotel.

Return Flight to Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar - This morning, we will catch the return flight to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a free afternoon for shopping.

• Local guide
• Special protected area permits
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Local flight Ulaanbaatar to Ulgii
• Visa support

• Things other than stated as included

If you are looking for a short trip through the most popular tourist destinations in Western Mongolia, this particular trip is for you. We offer you the best quality service at the best price. Altai Tavan Bogd is part of the Mongolian Altai Mountain Range special protected area and is the highest point in Mongolia. We included in this tour elements of off-road driving on a 4x4 Russian van or Landcruiser, hiking and camping outdoors, climbing Malchin Peak, the lowest of the 5 peaks, visiting the Tuvaa ethnic group, the Nomad family, and the Kazakh eagle hunter family. Experience all the aspects of wildlife, nature, and hospitability in Mongolia, especially in its westernmost part.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.