Trekking Tour in Altai Mountains, West Mongolia - Discovery Expedition
HIGHLIGHTS:
Explore Altai mountains in this multi-day trek
⭐ Trek Tavan Bogd National Park
⭐ Trek Altai Mountains
⭐ Visit Potanian Glacier
⭐ Climb Malchin Peak (4,000m)
⭐ Cross Dakilbay “Death Pass”
⭐ Explore Bear Valley, Waterfalls
⭐ Walk among snow-capped peaks
⭐ Wilderness camping
⭐ Stay with a Kazakh nomadic family
⭐ Traditional “Five Fingers Feast”
⭐ Visit an Eagle Hunter’s family
⭐ See a golden eagle up close
⭐ Farewell dinner at Bek’s Hotel
… and more
BOOK TOUR
US$ 1,950
9 Days
Minimum group size is 2. Price is per person for a 2 person group.
Price is all inclusive for everything in West Mongolia. Domestic flights included.
📍 West Mongolia
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Private Tour (or) Small Group Tour
Available in 🇬🇧 English, 🇫🇷 French, 🇩🇪 German, 🇮🇹 Italian, 🇰🇷 Korean, 🇨🇳 Mandarin
Tour Dates
💬 Contact us with your travel dates to plan your private tour.
👥 Minimum group size of 2. For solo travel please contact us.
Tour Prices
👥 Minimum group size is 2. Price is per person for a 2 person group.
🎁 Price is all inclusive for everything in West Mongolia. Domestic flights included.
💬 For Group discounts -or- Solo travel please contact us.
Meeting Point
👋 We will meet you at the Ölgii Airport.
✈️ You'll fly from Ulaanbattar to Ölgii. We'll book your domestic flights.
Day by Day Itinerary
Trek Mongolia’s Altai Mountains and Tavan Bogd, visit Potanin Glacier, climb Malchin Peak, cross mountain passes, meet Eagle hunters, and experience true wilderness camping.
This is suitable for those seeking an active adventure with all day trekking, horse-riding.
PS: All our itineraries are customisable. We also combine journeys across regions, allowing you to explore all of Mongolia. Contact us & we’ll design an adventure tailored just for you.
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). Welcome to the untouched rugged side of Mongolia. Welcome to West Mongolia.
We'll pick you up at Ölgii airport. Refresh with a brunch at a halal Turkish restaurant. We take care of everything after you land in Ölgii.
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.
Accommodation: Traditional Gers
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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. We'll setup camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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)
Day 04 — Horseback Ride Back to Ranger Station
Ride horses back from Base Camp to the Ranger Station. You'll arrive in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Traditional Gers
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
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. We'll setup camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trekking in Dakilbay (Death) Pass
Day 06 — Trek in 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. We'll setup camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Trekking in Bear Valley. Visit Heart Lake.
Day 07 — Trek to Uyshik
Continue trekking deeper into Aksu Valley, moving through remote mountain scenery. Arrive in Uyshik by afternoon.
Accommodation: Camping Tents. We'll setup camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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: Comfortable Yurts
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner provided
Trekking in the lower Aksu Valley
Day 09 — Waterfall Hike & Eagle Hunting Experience
Hike to Baga Turgen Waterfall and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Later, experience authentic golden eagle hunting and take photos in traditional clothing. Return to the yurt camp for showers and rest. Stay overnight in yurts.
Accommodation: Yurts
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Meet Eagle Hunters. Waterfall hike.
Day 10 — Fly Back to Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast, fly from Olgii back to Ulaanbaatar. End of the trip.
Meals: Breakfast
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What's Included?
✅ What's Included?
✈️ Domestic Flights included
Return tickets between Ulaanbaatar & Olgii
🚙 Transport included
Airport transfer in West Mongolia
4x4 Land Cruiser
Driver
Fuel
🏠 Accommodations included
All accommodations in Western Mongolia
All camping & cooking equipment
Other necessary items
🍽️ Meals included
All meals in Western Mongolia
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten free meals available
🙋🏼♂️Support Team included
English speaking guide
Cook
Logistics team
📄 Permits, Activity Fees included
All Entertainment & Event fees
Horses, Wrangler fee
Eagle Hunter’s fees
Wearing traditional clothes and holding eagles on arms taking photos etc
Border area permits
National Park taxes
Other administrative costs
❌ What's NOT included?
Everything in Ulaanbaatar is NOT included
Airport transfers in Ulaanbaatar is NOT included
What to Pack?
🧥 Clothing
Look to dress in layers. Weather can be unpredictable. In addition to your regular clothing, we recommend the following:
Waterproof, Windproof Jacket
Fleece or Down insulated Jacket
Hiking pants
Hat
Sunglasses
Gloves
Wool socks
Water-resistant Hiking shoes/boots
Camp shoes/sandals
🎒 Travel & Field Gear
Daypack to carry water, snacks
Main backpack / luggage. You don't need to carry this.
Water bottle
Headlamp
Extra batteries (batteries drain faster in colder weather)
Optional: Trekking poles
Note: Sleeping bag, Blankets are provided by Bek Travel. All activity related gear is provided by Bek Travel.
📸 Photography (if bringing gear)
Recommended Lenses – wide (24–70mm), telephoto (70–200mm)
Tripod
Extra batteries (batteries drain faster in colder weather)
Extra memory cards
🧼 Personal & Health
Moisturiser
Lip balm
Sunscreen
Personal meds
Hand Sanitizer
Wet wipes
Toiletries
📄 Documents & Money
Passport
Visa (if required).
Cash (USD or MNT)
Backup copies
✅ Pro Tips for Mongolia
Plan to dress in layers. That way you can add or remove layers.
Quick-dry clothing performs better than cotton.
FAQs
Are there any additional costs?
No, There are no extra costs. We cover everything in the itinerary including meals, transportation, entertainment fees.
I am looking for different dates, Is it possible?
Yes we can plan a private tour for you. Please contact us to work it out.
Will there be vegetarian meal options?
Yes. We can provide vegetarian and vegan meals. Let us know your diet requirements and we ll plan it out for you.
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