KHUITEN CLIMBING IN ALTAI, WESTERN MONGOLIA

KHUITEN CLIMBING IN ALTAI, WESTERN MONGOLIA - Discover Kazakh Nomads

KHUITEN CLIMBING TOUR, WESTERN MONGOLIA

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TOUR INFORMATION:

Location: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Bayan-Ölgii Province, Western Mongolia

Peak Elevation: 4,374 meters (highest peak in Mongolia)

Tour Duration: Typically 10–14 days (depending on itinerary and acclimatization)

Best Travel Season: June to September

Difficulty Level: Challenging – suitable for physically fit travelers with basic mountaineering experience

Activities: Trekking, glacier travel, peak climbing, cultural visits with local Kazakh families

Group Size: Small groups and private expeditions available

Accommodation: Ger (yurt) camps, tents, and local family stays

Transportation: Domestic flight to Bayan-Ölgii (if required), 4WD vehicles, and camel/horse support in remote areas

Included Services:

Professional local guide and support team
Camping equipment and meals during the expedition
Park permits and entrance fees
Pack animals (camels/horses) for gear transport

Not Included:

International and domestic flights (can be arranged upon request)
Personal climbing equipment
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses

Important Notes:

Proper acclimatization is essential for a safe summit attempt
Weather conditions in the Altai Mountains can change rapidly
Participants should be in good physical condition
A 10% discount is available for groups of more than two participants and early bookings
Assistance with domestic flight arrangements is available upon request

Important Gear

Participants are required to bring the following essential equipment for a safe and successful climb:

Double mountaineering boots (suitable for altitudes up to 4,500 meters)
Harness
Sleeping bag (rated to approximately -15°C / 5°F)
Ice axe
Mountaineering backpack (approx. 70L) and a smaller daypack
Crampons (compatible with your boots)
Locking carabiners (x2)
Climbing helmet
Snow goggles and sunglasses
High SPF sunscreen and lip protection
Basic personal first aid kit
Headlamp
Water bottle
Trekking poles with snow baskets
Buff or neck gaiter

Optional Gear

The following items are recommended but not mandatory:

Gaiters
Ascender
Slings
Rappel/descender device
Personal items and snacks
Chemical hand warmers
Camera equipment
Books or personal entertainmen

For your convenience, essential mountaineering equipment can be rented directly from us:

Crampons
Ice axe
Harness
Helmet
Carabiners

Rental Package Price: USD 150 per person

OVERVIEW

Join us as we Climb to Mongolia's highest point, Mount Khuiten, which is one of the snow-capped “Five Holy” peaks of the Altai Mountains located in western Mongolia. Mount Khuiten stands at 4,374 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest peaks of the entire Altai Mountain range where four countries of Mongolia, Kazakhstan, China, and Russia converge

Discover Kazakh Nomads team provides the best-planned mountaineering tour, which involves climbing Mount Khuiten and encountering nomadic people such as Tuvans and Kazakhs.

You will be supported by master-degree local mountain guides who are highly experienced and constantly available to assist you. You will be accompanied by an English-speaking tour leader, expedition chef, professional drivers, camel herders, and porters.

Itinerary

Day 1

1 DAY - FLY TO BAYAN ULGII & DRIVE TO ALTAY MOUNTAIN CAMPSITE.

Take a flight to Ulgii, the capital of Bayan-Ulgii province in westernmost Mongolia. This is the country’s most elevated province. Bayan-Ulgii is Mongolia’s only Muslim and Kazakh-majority province. Kazakhs are the country’s largest ethnic minority group; their mother-tongue is the Kazakh language and they have maintained their unique culture. At the airport, you will be greeted by your English-speaking guide, along with your driver, and expedition cook. Today we will head to the Tavan Bogd (Five Holy) National Park, named after the five peaks of the Mongolian Altai Mountains. We will drive for about 90 km to arrive at tonight’s campsite.

Day 2

2 DAY - HIKE TO THE TAVAN BOGD BASE CAMP

Today, the total hiking distance is about 18 km to the Tavan Bogd basecamp. Our luggage will be transported by camels, handled by the local Tuvan people - who are friendly and helpful. On the way, you can see the massive Potanin and Alexander Glaciers. The Potanin Glacier is the longest glacier in Mongolia, stretching for about 14 km. The basecamp is at an elevation of around 3,000 m ASL. Total hiking time is about 6 to 8 hours.

Day 3

3 DAY - CLIMBING MALCHIN PEAK

Day 3 Acclimatization Day After breakfast we will start gently walking for about an hour and then start climbing to Malchin Peak (4050 m), which is on the Mongolian side of the Mongolian-Russian border. Malchin Peak is the lowest of the Holy Five Peaks. It takes about 6 to 7 hours to climb to the top of Malchin. This climb is non-technical and mostly on rocky ground. From the top, you get a great view of the Potanin Glacier and the surrounding landscape. Afterwards, we can make our way back to base camp and relax.

Day 4

4 DAY- 7 DAY MOUNT KHUITEN ASCENT

After breakfast we will start gently walking for about an hour and then start climbing to Malchin Peak (4050 m), which is on the Mongolian side of the Mongolian-Russian border. Malchin Peak is the lowest of the Holy Five Peaks. It takes about 6 to 7 hours to climb to the top of Malchin. This climb is non-technical and mostly on rocky ground. From the top, you get a great view of the Potanin Glacier and the surrounding landscape. Afterwards, we can make our way back to base camp and relax.

Day 5

8 DAY HIKE TO THE OIGOR RIVER VALLEY

Today, our Tuvan friends will accompany us with their camels carrying our luggage as we hike to the Oigor River Valley. There are two gates of the Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. One of them is located at the Oigor River, where we will camp tonight. Our drivers will rendezvous with us here. Only Kazakhs live on this side. We can visit a Kazakh family this evening and get a glimpse into their way of life.

Day 6

9 DAY KHURGAN KHOTON LAKES & NOMADIC EAGLE HUNTER'S FAMILY STAY

Khurgan-Khoton Lake is located in an intermontane tectonic depression in the northern portion of the Mongolian Altai. Its Surface area is 50.1 km2; the average depth is 26.6 m; the maximum depth is approximately 58 m. Khoton nuur has one Iceland which is covered by woods. The system of Khoton Nuur and Khurgan Nuur lakes, connected by a wide channel, is the source of the Hovd River which drains the whole Mongolian Altai. Lake Khoton Nuur was formed by glacial blockages. Khurgan nuur is the lowest point of Altai Tavan Bogd National park. Some fishes are in lake Khoton and lake Khurgan nuur. You will meet Eagle Hunter and get chance to hold Eagles and shoot nice pictures. Overnight stay with Eagle Hunter’s family and explore nomads life.

Day 7

10 DAY DRIVE BACK TO ULGII

We take a 7 hour drive back to Ulgii. Also, there will be a farewell dinner with the whole team, and you can arrive in Olgii and stay at the HOTEL.

Day 8

11 DAY RETURN FLIGHT TU ULAANBAATOR.

This morning we catch a return flight to Ulaanbaatar. ( B)

What’s Included

Domestic flight tickets round trip
All accommodation: traditional yurt
All transportation /+Fuel/
Local driver
English-speaking tour guide
Expedition cook
Eat & Drink (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Bottled water and snacks)
All Camping & Cooking equipment
Stay at eagle hunter’s family
Invitation Letter for Visa
Pick-up and drop-off services
National Park permits and all fees during the trip.

Not Included

International airfare
Personal needs
Alcohol drinks
Excess baggage fee (15 kg domestic flights)
Travel Insurance
Gratitude

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