Ultimate Altai - with Mongolia Expeditions
The Tavan Bogd mountain range lies in the far western corner of Mongolia and comprises of the highest peaks the country. Khuiten, Nairamdal, Malchin, Snowchurch and Cradle are the highest peaks all above 4000 meters. Mongolia’s longest glacier the Potanin Glacier stretches for 19km.
Climbing in Tavan Bogd rewards with an opportunity to witness the wild life of Argali Sheep, Ibex and Snow Leopard.
In 13 days we explore phenomenally scenic viewpoints of the Mongolian Altai. Our tour is designed to allow you maximum altitude acclimatization topped by an ascent to 4237m Khuiten peak. Located at the border of 3 countries it will reward you with tremendous views over China and Russia.
Plus a company of one of the most authentic local tribes of Mongolia - the Tuvans, makes this tour an unforgettable cultural experience.
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| Hiking | Hike to base camp
After a hearty breakfast we’ll hike to base camp of the Five Kings. This gradual ascent takes us through a high mountain terrain of rocks and wetlands. Not needing luck you will see some of the wildlife that inhabits the area including marmots, hares and a number of birds such us Golden Eagles, Black Vultures and Falcons.
Our entire luggage will be transported by camels driven by Tuvan hunters. Upon completing two thirds’ of the way there open majestic perspectives of Potanin and Alexander glaciers backed by icy peaks of Khuiten (4374m), Nairamdal (4082m), Snowchurch (4071m), Malchin (4050m), and Cradle (4113m). This evening we camp at 2900m. (B,L,D)
Return hike to White River
Today we hike back to our camp in the White River valley. This time it is a gradual descent along the White river which takes its source from the Potanin glacier. It is a chance to glance into every single valley of the icy massif and witness how the initial stream of glacial dust transforms into the mighty White river. Back to our vehicles you will be served one of delicacies of Mongolian cuisine – “khorkhog”.
| | Mountaineering | Acclimatization climb onto Malchin Peak
The 4051m Malchin is the lowest of the Five Peaks. We hike along Potanin glacier moraine for an hour to start climbing the scree. Malchin’s ridgeline overlaps with the borderline of Mongolia and Russia and provides a spectacular bird's eye view of Potanin glacier, glaciated peaks and Russia. Over to the north, weather permitting, you will see the massif of Mt.Belukha (4500m) lying in Russia. That is the absolute top of Altai mountain range. Back in base camp we reward ourselves with steaming coffee and decent dinner.
Climb Khuiten Peak
Our challenge for the following 3 days is the Khuiten peak. To reach its foothill we need to cross the Potanin glacier, which lies in between. A middle camp will be made below the eastern face of Khuiten. Though technically moderate we traverse a number of crevasses before the ascent. Khuiten, the highest peak of the Mongolian Altai affords tremendous views over China and Russia. The evening of the 8th day we pass in warmth of the base camp.
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| Required Skill Level |
Beginner
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Included
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Mongolia Expeditions acts in accordance with the local "Climbing and Mountaineering regulations". We are a partner of the Mongolian Mountaineering Association which provides us with there climbing guides, experience and local knowledge. |
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