Glaciers, high mountain valleys, alpine lakes and nomadic camps in Altai Tavan Bogd National Park.
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Duration12 Days
Group Size2-8 People
LevelModerate
Best SeasonJune - September
A complete trekking expedition into Mongolia's westernmost national park, combining Potanin Glacier, White River Valley, Tuvan and Kazakh families, and remote wilderness camps.
Included
Private local English/Russian-speaking guide
Airport transfers in Olgii
Accommodation stated in itinerary
Countryside meals and drinking water
Private 4WD transport with experienced driver
National park and local entrance fees
Nomadic family and cultural experiences
Excluded
International and domestic flights
Travel insurance
Visa fees if required
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Alcoholic drinks
Optional activities not listed
Tips for guide and driver
Tour Itinerary
12 day route
DAY01
Arrival and Preparation
Meet the expedition team in Olgii and check trekking equipment.
BriefingEquipmentHotel
DAY02
Drive to Altai Tavan Bogd
Scenic overland drive through Ulaankhus and Tsengel valleys.
4WDSceneryCamp
DAY03
Trek to Base Camp
Begin trekking with pack camels toward the five holy peaks.
TrekkingCamelsBase camp
DAY04
Potanin Glacier
Explore Mongolia's largest glacier and panoramic mountain viewpoints.
GlacierPhotographyMountains
DAY05
Malchin Peak Option
Optional non-technical ascent or relaxed valley exploration.
PeakAdventureViews
DAY06
White River Valley
Trek into broad valleys with ancient burial sites and nomadic camps.
ValleyArchaeologyNomads
DAY07
Tuvan Family Stay
Visit a Tuvan herding family and learn about their lifestyle.
Tuvan cultureFamilyFood
DAY08
Shiveet Khairkhan
See ibex petroglyphs and sacred mountain landscapes.
PetroglyphsWildlifeHistory
DAY09
Khoton and Khurgan Lakes
Drive to turquoise alpine lakes along the Chinese border.
Lakes4WDCamp
DAY10
Waterfall and Forest Walk
Explore larch forests, waterfalls and lakeside settlements.