A roped glacier trekking team on the Khuiten Peak expedition in Altai Tavan Bogd
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Khuiten Peak Summit Climb

Khüiten Peak (4,374m) is Mongolia’s highest mountain, located in Altai Tavan Bogd National Park in the country’s far west. This expedition treks alongside the Potanin Glacier — the largest glacier in Mongolia — to reach a summit with panoramic views across Mongolia, Russia, China, and Kazakhstan.

Highlights

  • Climb Khüiten Peak (4,374m), Mongolia’s highest point
  • Trek across the Potanin Glacier, Mongolia’s largest glacier
  • Stay with nomadic families in traditional Kazakh yurts
  • Horseback riding through alpine valleys and mountain passes
  • Visit a Kazakh eagle hunter family
  • Traditional Mongolian and Kazakh cuisine shared with nomadic hosts

This is a non-technical but physically demanding high-altitude trek to 4,374m. Full inclusions/exclusions and technical requirements (climbing gear, permits, fitness level) are still being finalized — please enquire for current details.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Mongolia

Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and meet your expedition team.

Day 2: Fly to Bayan-Ölgii province

Fly to Ölgii city, then drive to Altai Tavan Bogd National Park.

Day 3: Trek to base camp

Hike from the Altai rangers station to base camp.

Day 4: Ascent to high camp

Climb from base camp to the high camp below Khüiten Peak.

Day 5: Summit day

Ascent to the summit of Khüiten Peak (4,374m), Mongolia’s highest point.

Day 6: Descend to base camp

Hike back down to base camp.

Day 7: Return to Ölgii

Drive back to Ölgii city.

Trip details

Activities

High-altitude trekking, a summit ascent of Khüiten Peak, crossing the Potanin Glacier, and a visit to a Kazakh eagle hunter family.

What’s included

Included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Guided expedition support
  • Bottled drinking water

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips (optional)

Gallery

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
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Mongolia’s highest peaks, the Potanin Glacier, and the turquoise Khoton & Khurgan Lakes.

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