Altai Tavan Bogd National Park sits at Mongolia’s western tip, where the country meets Russia and China. It’s named for the “Five Saints” — a cluster of peaks including Khüiten Peak, Mongolia’s highest point at 4,374m — and protects glaciers, alpine lakes, and UNESCO-listed rock art alongside the pastures still used by nomadic and Kazakh herding families.

Why visit Altai Tavan Bogd National Park

This is Mongolia’s most dramatic high-mountain landscape: permanent glaciers, a border-marker view over three countries, and lakes that stay turquoise through summer. It rewards travelers who want real trekking and camping, not just a scenic drive.

Landscapes and experiences

• The Five Saints (Tavan Bogd) peaks, including Khüiten Peak
• Potanin Glacier, Mongolia’s largest
• Khoton and Khurgan Lakes
• The Russian–Chinese–Mongolian border marker
• UNESCO-listed petroglyphs in the Tsagaan Salaa valley

Things to do

• Hike to a viewpoint over the Tavan Bogd peaks and Potanin Glacier
• Camp beside Khoton and Khurgan Lakes
• Visit the Tsagaan Salaa petroglyphs
• Meet Kazakh eagle hunter families based in the park’s valleys
• Horseback ride to Turgen Waterfall

Best time to visit

June to September, when the park’s high passes are snow-free and nomadic families are in their summer pastures. Multi-day treks and the Khüiten Peak summit route are best attempted in this window.

Tours in Altai Tavan Bogd National Park

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