11-day high-altitude trek to Mongolia's tallest peaks
Reach Mongolia's highest peaks where Russia, China and Mongolia meet at Altai Tavan Bogd.
An eleven-day high-altitude trek through Western Mongolia's Altai mountains. Camp under the Potanin glacier — the longest in Mongolia — and trek to Khüiten Peak, the country's highest at 4,374m.
This is real adventure. You'll see Kazakh eagle hunters on the way, sleep in tents at altitude, and walk under skies untouched by light pollution for hundreds of kilometres.
A sample from previous Tavan Bogd Trekking Adventure trips — most photos by our guides and travelers.
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From
$1,981
per person · 4+ sharing · 11 days all-inclusive in Mongolia
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Airport pickup · briefing
Arrive in UB. Transfer to hotel. Trip briefing with your trek leader.
Flight west to Kazakh country
Domestic flight (3h) to Ölgii in Bayan-Ölgii province. Afternoon meeting with an eagle hunter family.
4x4 to base camp
Full-day drive into Tavan Bogd National Park. Set up base camp near Potanin glacier.
Day hike to ice
Day hike up to the foot of the Potanin glacier. Photographs at the ice. Return to base camp.
See the four-country view
Trek up to the high ridge for views of Khüiten Peak (4,374m) and the borders of Mongolia, Russia and China.
Ancient rock art
Hike across to Tsagaan Salaa, one of the densest concentrations of Bronze Age petroglyphs in Central Asia.
Rest, photos, rivers
Free day to rest, take photos or fish a glacier river. Acclimatization day for those continuing high.
Long drive out
Full-day 4x4 back to Ölgii. Hot showers and a proper bed tonight.
Falconry tradition
Visit a working Kazakh eagle hunter family. See how the golden eagles are kept and watch a training demonstration.
Free afternoon · farewell dinner
Morning flight back to UB. Free afternoon for souvenirs. Farewell dinner.
Airport transfer
Airport transfer at any time. End of tour.
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It depends on the tour. Cultural and Gobi tours require only normal walking ability. Horse riding and trekking tours assume a basic level of fitness — you should be comfortable walking 4–6 hours per day. High-altitude treks like Tavan Bogd require good fitness and prior trekking experience.
Our scheduled departures run with 4–12 travelers. Most tours can also be arranged as private trips for couples, families or small groups of friends. We do not run "big bus" tours — our maximum is 12.
Send us an enquiry through the contact form or email info@tuultravelmongolia.com. We'll reply within 24 hours with availability, pricing and a draft itinerary. A 30% deposit confirms; the balance is due 30 days before arrival.
All in-country transport, accommodation (hotels, ger camps, family stays), all meals, English-speaking guide, park fees, internal flights when applicable. Not included: international flights, travel insurance, visa, alcoholic drinks, tips.
Most of what we do is custom. Tell us your dates, group size, interests and rough budget — we'll build the trip around you. There's no extra fee for customization; the itinerary just needs to be locked in 60+ days before departure.
Cancel 60+ days before: full deposit refund. 30–59 days: deposit forfeited. Under 30 days: 50% of full price. Under 14 days: full price. This is why travel insurance with trip cancellation cover is essential.
Tuul Travel · Sep 2025
★★★★★
Two weeks in the Altai with Tuul Travel was the most honest, unhurried trip we have ever taken. We left as friends, not customers.
Adventure traveler · Canada
Tuul Travel · Jul 2025
★★★★★
Maamkhuu built a trip around exactly what I asked for and surprised me at every turn. The nomad families welcomed me like family.
Solo traveler · United Kingdom
Tuul Travel · Nov 2025
★★★★★
Naadam in Ulaanbaatar, then the Gobi by 4x4 — perfectly organized, never rushed. Easily the best operator in Mongolia.
Cultural tour · Germany
Tuul Travel · May 2025
★★★★★
Traveled with two kids (8 and 11). The team picked routes that worked for everyone. The reindeer trip was the highlight of their childhood.
Family of four · France
