Trekking Tour in Altai Mountains, West Mongolia - 9 days

This is suitable for those seeking an active adventure with all day trekking, horse-riding.

We also have an extended edition of this itinerary for 13 days. The extended adds an extra days to visit Khairakhti valley, Three river junction, Khoton lake, Khurgan lake. You'll also get to see Bronze age artwork, Balbals in Khairakhti valley.

PS: All our itineraries are customisable. The numuber of days are flexible. Contact us & we’ll custom design your adventure.

Day 01 — Fly to Ölgii & Drive to Tavan Bogd Ranger Station

Take a morning flight from Ulaanbaatar to Ölgii in West Mongolia (flights included in the tour). We'll pick you up at Ölgii airport. We take care of everything after you land in Ölgii. We start with brunch at a halal restaurant.

Next, we'll drive west for 5–6 hours to the Tavan Bogd Ranger Station. Experience stunning off-road drives in specially equipped 4WD Land-cruisers. You'll drive across mountain ranges & rivers. The station is at an altitude of 3,000 metres.

Reach the area where the Tuvan tribe lives. You'll visit Tuvan families and experience their culture. Settle into comfortable Traditional Gers for the night.

Accommodation: Traditional Gers (Mongolian style Gers)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Offroad Drive to Tavan Bogd Ranger Station

Tavan Bogd Ranger Station

Offroad Drive to Tavan Bogd Ranger Station

Day 02 — Horseback Ride to Tavan Bogd Base Camp

Today we begin horse riding. The mongolian horse is the ultimate off-road transport. You are exploring Mongolia the way nomads do - on horseback!

You don't need any horse riding experience. Our horse wranglers will provide you a suitable horse & guide you. If you are an experienced rider you can ride on your own as well.

It is a 5–6 hrs relaxed horse ride to Tavan Bogd Base Camp. We'll stop plenty of times on the way. Camels will carry all your gear.

You'll pass pristine alpine lakes fed by sacred snowmelt. Explore the Potanin Glacier and the surrounding high-altitude scenery.

Accommodation: Camping Tents

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Horseback Riding to Tavan Bogd Base Camp.

Explore the Potanin Glacier.

Horseback Riding to Tavan Bogd Base Camp. Explore the Potanin Glacier.

Day 03 — Climb Malchin Peak (4,050 meters)

Climb Malchin Peak today. Malchin Peak rises to about 4,050 meters (13,287 feet). It is one of the five peaks of the Tavan Bogd massif.

Malachin Peak is an relaxed climb that almost anyone can enjoy. Enjoy sweeping panoramic mountain views at the top. Descend back to Base Camp.

Accommodation: Camping Tents

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Climb Malchin Peak (4,050 meters)

Climb Malchin Peak (4,050 meters)

Climb Malchin Peak (4,050 meters)

Day 04 — Ride Back to Ranger Station

Ride horses back from Base Camp to the Ranger Station. Ride on horseback from base camp to the ranger station through the Milky River Valley. The river rushes beside you, loud and wild. The trail is easy. You can ride or walk, as you like.

Accommodation: Traditional Gers (Mongolian style Gers)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Ride to Ranger Station

Ranger Station

Horseback Ride to Ranger Station

Day 05 — Trekking in Dakilbay (Death) Pass

Begin trekking from the Ranger Station toward Bear Valley, crossing Dakilbay Pass (Death Pass). This is the only route linking the high mountain zone to the lake region. Continue into the remote valley landscape. Set up tents and stay overnight at Khar Ayrag Valley.

Accommodation: Camping Tents

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Trekking in Dakilbay (Death) Pass

Trekking in Dakilbay (Death) Pass

Trekking in Dakilbay (Death) Pass

Day 06 — Cross Death Pass to Bear Valley

Continue trekking today and cross Dakilbay Pass (Death Pass). We'll stop by at the stunning Heart Lake. Then we begin to descend into Bear Valley. Experience the wide open landscapes along the route. Set up tents and stay overnight in the valley.

Accommodation: Camping Tents

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Trekking in Bear Valley

Visit Heart Lake

Trekking in Bear Valley. Visit Heart Lake.

Day 07 — Trek in remote Uyshik valley

Continue trekking deeper into Aksu Valley. We move through remote mountain scenery. Arrive in Uyshik valley by afternoon.

Accommodation: Camping Tents

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Trekking in the remote Uyshik Valley

Trekking in the remote Uyshik Valley

Trekking in the remote Uyshik Valley

Day 08 — Trek to Aksu River Junction & Visit Kazakh Family

Trek downhill to the Aksu River junction. Meet driving team & return to base.

We'll drive to a Kazakh nomadic family for a cultural evening. Enjoy the traditional “Five Fingers Feast” with neighbors and songs. Overnight in comfortable yurts.

Accommodation: Traditional Yurts

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner provided

Trekking in the Aksu Valley

Trekking in the Aksu Valley

Trekking in the lower Aksu Valley

Day 09 — Waterfall Hike & Eagle Hunting Experience

Experience authentic golden eagle hunting. You'll ride to nearby mountains with the eagle hunters. Take photos with the eagle in traditional clothing.

You can also stretch your legs with a hike to Baga Turgen Waterfall. Enjoy the surrounding scenery with your group.

Return to the yurt camp for showers and rest. Stay overnight in yurts.

Accommodation: Traditional Yurts (Kazakh style Yurts)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Eagle Hunting

Eagle Hunting

Hike to Baga Turgen Waterfall

Real Eagle Hunting. Waterfall hike.

Day 10 — Fly Back to Ulaanbaatar

After breakfast, fly from Olgii back to Ulaanbaatar. End of the trip.

Meals: Breakfast