Climbing Khuiten Peak in Mongolian Altai Mountains |
Conquer the Five Holy Peaks of Mongolia by taking part in this exciting and challenging trip! Climbing Mongolia trip takes you all the way to the stunning Altai mountain range in the remote western Mongolia. The Mongol Altai mountain range has some of the most exceptional mountain scenery that one could ever see without any doubts. Mountain climbing Mongolia and trekking through the snowy mountains amongst the majestic peaks, you will be walking on Mongolia's longest glacier. Also during this challenging trip you will be standing in 3 countries- Mongolia, Russia and China while you are on Mt. Khuiten, Mt. Nairamdal (Mt. Friendship), and Mt. Malchin where the 3 countries share a common border. Mt. Khuiten is included in the top 10 the best climbing trip in the world. One of the best mountaineers of Mongolia, who conquered 5 peaks (above 7000m) in the Himalayas and all Mongolian challenging peaks, will guide you for this Mongolia climbing trip!
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Style:
Soft adventure
Tour grade: Challenging
Duration: 15 days/14 nights
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Climbing dates for 2013:
July 07 - 21;
Aug 5-19;
* The duration/dates
of the trip can be changed to suit your needs.
Land only price 2013: per person |
| Group
size |
USD |
| 3-4
pax |
2950 |
| 5-8
pax |
2800 |
| 9-12
pax |
2700 |
| Single supplement |
400 |
Discount conditions: . 1 free space
for every 16 PAX . Courier bringing min 3
pax . Medics are given special prices!
. More attractive prices for groups of 12 and
more people! More!
Included in the price:
. Accommodation in double/twin occupancy
/hotel - H, ger camps-Gc, local hotel-Lc, tent-T/
. Guiding and interpreting service . Air flights
to/from Bayan Ulgii + Tax
. Private transfers with comfortable vehicles with experienced local drivers . All meals
/all kinds of drink is on your own/ . Sightseeing
and cultural show admissions . Supply of
bottled water, daily . Entrance fees for
protected areas and national parks . Cook
. Support camel to/from base . Return
ticket confirmation Not included:
Visa cost, International Airfare, Travel insurance,
Excess luggage fees Note: . The climbing days can be longer upon
your request
. This trip can be arranged upon
request in June & Sep at special rate. |
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1 |
Arrival in Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar city sightseeing tour: you’ll be transferred to hotel, do city tour: Visit to Museum of Natural History, National History & Gandan Monastery. L
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H |
| Day
2 |
Day hike
to Mount Tsetsee-Gun (2257m) in the Bogd Khan
National Park |
Gc |
| Day
3-4 |
Flight
to Bayan Ulgii, drive to Tavan Bogd National Park
and arrive at Kazak Ger camp |
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| Day
5-6 |
With camel
support, we trek to and climb Malchin Peak (13240
feet, 4024m) from our base camp |
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| Day
7-10 |
Climb Khuiten and if time allows as well the Nairamdal peaks. Peak Khuiten the highest point of Mongolia. /4374 meters a.s.l/. Trekking to our Mount Khuiten Base Camp on Potaniin Glacier (3800m). We will take a rest/ acclimatization day before attempting the peak. Summit day will begin with an alpine start and take approx. 8 to 10 hours round-trip. Mount Khuiten is 4374m, highest point of Mongolia.
Conquering Nairamdal Peak (4202m), 6-7 hour. The climb is easier than Khuiten climb. Tent. B+L+D
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| Day
11 |
Base camp
- Oigor/Tsagaan Gol valley.
Return trek to Oigor or Tsagaan Gol valley. B+L+D
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| Day
12 |
Drive
to Bayan-Ulgii, on the way visit to rock drawings
and Kazak family to see hunting with Golden Eagles,
arrive in Bayan-Ulgii, visit local museum. Ger
camp overnight |
Gc |
| Day
13 |
Flight
back to Ulaanbaatar and transfer to Gun-Galuut
NR. Hike/ride horse to view wild mountain sheep
Argali and other wild animals. Overnight Steppe
Nomads Camp |
Gc |
| Day
14 |
Drive
back to Ulaanbaatar after lunch. Visit Bogd Khaan's
Palace Museum /the last king of Mongolia/ and
shopping. See a traditional folklore concert by
the best Mongolian ensemble |
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15 |
Transfer
to the airport after breakfast |
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The majestic Altai Mountain range dominates the western part of Mongolia. The name Tavan Bogd (Five Saints - Five Holy Peaks) was given to a cluster of 5 dramatic peaks that tower the extensive Mongol Altai mountain range. This is the best place for Mongolia climbing and mountain climbing Mongolia.
The mountainous area climate is extreme with very little vegetation, giving the surrounding landscape a barren appearance. The stunning mountains of Altai are home to wild animals such as the globally endangered Snow Leopard, Argali and Ibex, as well as wolves and many bird species.
Potanin glacier - is the biggest and the most famous glacier in Mongolia, stretches 20km and connects the 5 Holy peaks. It is used by some large mammals besides human beings. Footprints from brown bears and snow leopards can often be found.
The Kazakh is a small ethnic group of Turkic origin that was one of Genghis Khaan's tribes. They are Muslims and now live peacefully keeping their completely different customs, strict traditions, religion and inhabit the Altai Mountains. Not like their relatives in Kazakhstan, they speak in their own Kazakh language as Mongolian government gave them the rights to keep and conserve their native language and religion. The traditional Kazak gers are generally larger and more decorated than their Mongolian counterparts. Their traditions surrounding food are also quite different to those in Mongolia. Though, they are very friendly like the Mongols. Hunting by trained Golden eagles is a tradition that dates back about 2000 years. The hunters catch young female eagles around two-years old and train them for their special hunting. Although hunting usually takes place in November and December the hunters are always proud to show their birds and to demonstrate their hunting methods.
More about our climbing Mongolia or mountain climbing Mongolia tours: Climbing in Mongolian Altai Mountains is a lifetime experience with lots of adventures and wonderful memories. Selena Travel organizes excellent Mongolia Trekking Adventures and Mountaineering in the majestic Altai Mountains.
Some useful info about mountain trekking or climbing:
The sport of trekking and climbing Mongolia is not a modern fad but as old any other exploratory instincts know to mankind. The mountain folk have been doing it forever. There are no boundaries to trekking and age is no barrier, you are never too young and as old as you believe yourself to be. Trekking in the wilderness apart from showing you some of the most amazing scenery that nature has bestowed upon us gives you the luxury of introspection and a sense of achievement at the end of the day. Welcome to the lands of infinite Mystique and unparalleled charm - Mongolia. Trekking is one of the fundamental outdoor activities on which many others are based. Many beautiful places can only be reached overland by trekking. Mongolia hashed a lure for the traveler from time immemorial from those seeking salvation to the plain adventurous. Enthusiasts regard trekking as the best way to see nature. Trekking over long distances or over difficult terrain does require some degree of physical ability and knowledge. Trek along narrow winding trails with an abandon that comes only from knowing that the destination you seek will be beyond your expectations. Mongolia trekking is an unforgettable experience as Mongolia is a great place for hiking and trekking. Adventure trekking and hiking in the Altai Mountains is wonderful. Mountaineering in Mongolia is unique as it gives you the chance to explore the country's nomadic culture and meet the friendly nomads while enjoying the nature beauty. No description of this trek would do justice to the scenery that unfolds in front of your eyes. Selena Travel organizes soft adventure short hikes and moderate treks to the hard adventure, mountain climbing, mountain climbing Mongolia, mountain trekking and real challenging long treks. Come and trek with us under the blue skies of Mongolia! Travel to Mongolia and take famous trekking and climbing Mongolia tours of Mongolia!
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| Mt.
Huiten- Mongolian highest point towering famous
Potanin Glacier |
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are ready to attack Mt. Huiten! |
| Our
bravest group - Trevor, Lucy, Brian and Peter, Munhjargal |
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