🏔️High Altai Adventure: Camel-Supported Malchin Peak climb 6-Day tour
📍 Western Mongolia | Altai Tavan Bogd mountain | Malchin peak
🏔️ Camel-Supported High-Altitude Trekking in Mongolia’s Wild Altai Mountains
This 6-day Climb Malchin Peak is a true high-altitude adventure deep inside Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, Mongolia’s most dramatic mountain region. Designed for fit trekkers seeking a 4,000-meter summit without technical climbing, this journey combines raw alpine scenery, glacier views, and strong local support.
Starting from Ölgii, you travel into the remote Altai Mountains before trekking to a high-altitude base camp at 3,000 m. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of the vast Potanin Glacier and the towering Khüiten Peak, Mongolia’s highest mountain.
The highlight of the expedition is summit day, when you Climb Malchin Peak (4,050 m), gaining over 1,000 meters from base camp and being rewarded with panoramic views across the Altai range. The trek is camel-supported, meaning all luggage, food, and camping equipment are carried for you allowing you to hike with only a light daypack.
With a professional mountain guide, experienced cook, and optional comfort features such as a portable shower and sitting toilet, this trek offers a rare balance of expedition-style adventure and comfort. It is ideal for travelers who want to experience Mongolia’s high mountains in a short time while enjoying safety, logistics, and authentic Altai wilderness.
⭐ Tour Highlights – Climb Malchin Peak
- 🏔️ Summit Malchin Peak (4,050 m) Stand on one of the highest accessible peaks in Mongolia with breathtaking panoramic views across the Altai Mountains.
- 🧊 Potanin Glacier Views Trek alongside the majestic Potanin Glacier, the largest glacier in the country.
- ⛰️ View Mongolia’s Highest Mountain Enjoy close-up views of Khüiten Peak (4,374 m), the highest point in Mongolia.
- 🐫 Camel-Supported Trekking All luggage, food, and camping equipment are transported by camels, allowing you to hike with a light daypack.
- 🏕️ High-Altitude Base Camp Experience (3,000 m) Spend nights at a remote base camp surrounded by glaciers, snow peaks, and absolute wilderness.
- 🥾 Moderate to Challenging Adventure A true high-altitude trekking experience designed for adventurous travelers seeking physical challenge and reward.
- 🍽️ Professional Cook & Full Board Meals Freshly prepared hot meals every day, even at base camp and during remote trekking days.
- 🚿 Extra Comfort in the Wilderness Portable shower and sitting toilet available on request, rare for high-altitude trekking in Mongolia.
- 🌄 Untouched Altai Wilderness Travel deep inside Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, one of Central Asia’s most pristine mountain regions.
- 🌌 True Expedition Atmosphere Remote camps, star-filled skies, glacier silence, and a genuine mountaineering-style adventure without technical climbing.
Detailed Itinerary:
- 🚙 Drive: ~200 km | ⏱️ ~5 hours
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Ger camp / Yurt / Tent
- 🍽️ Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Upon arrival in Ölgii city, meet your local Altai team and begin a scenic drive toward the Altai Tavan Bogd Mountains gate. The journey passes wide open steppe, river valleys, and rugged mountain terrain.
Enjoy your first views of the wild Altai landscapes before settling into a nomadic ger camp, yurt, or tent near the park entrance. Dinner and overnight in a peaceful mountain setting.
- 🥾 Hiking Distance: ~16 km (one way)
- ⏱️ Hiking Time: ~5 hours
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Tent camping at Base Camp
- 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, begin trekking along a traditional horse and camel trail toward the Altai Tavan Bogd Base Camp.
🐫 Camel-Supported Trek:
All luggage, food, and camping equipment are transported by camels, assisted by local herders, allowing you to hike comfortably with a light daypack.
🏔️ Scenery Highlights:
- Views of Potanin Glacier
- Sight of Khüiten Peak (4,374 m), Mongolia’s highest mountain
Arrive at Base Camp (3,000 m) in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight in tents surrounded by high-altitude wilderness.
- 🥾 Elevation Gain: ~1,050 m from Base Camp
- ⏱️ Hiking Time: ~6–7 hours (up & down)
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Base Camp tents
- 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
Today is the highlight of the expedition. After an early breakfast, begin your ascent to Malchin Peak (4,050 m).
The route climbs steadily across rocky alpine terrain, offering spectacular views over glaciers, snow-covered peaks, and vast Altai valleys. From the summit, enjoy panoramic views across the Altai Tavan Bogd massif, one of the most dramatic mountain landscapes in Central Asia.
After time at the summit, descend carefully back to Base Camp in the afternoon. Rest, warm dinner, and overnight at camp.
- 🥾 Hiking Distance: ~16 km
- ⏱️ Hiking Time: ~4–5 hours
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Ger camp / Yurt / Tent
- 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, pack up camp. Camels are loaded with all equipment and luggage, and you follow them back along the scenic trail toward the Altai Tavan Bogd gate.
Enjoy a packed lunch on the way and arrive at the gate area in the afternoon. Relax after the high-altitude days and enjoy dinner at camp.
- 🚙 Drive: Altai region → Ölgii
- 🏨 Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch
After breakfast, say farewell to the Altai wilderness and drive back to Ölgii city, enjoying final views of rivers, steppe, and mountain ranges. Free time upon arrival.
- ✈️ Flight: Ölgii → Ulaanbaatar
- 🚐 Transfer: Early-morning airport transfer
- 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast
Early morning transfer to the airport for your domestic flight back to Ulaanbaatar.
🌟 End of Tour – Thank you for choosing us!
📝 Tour Notes – Climb Malchin Peak
- 🥾 Trekking Level Rated Easy to Moderate, with daily hikes of approximately 15–20 km on natural terrain. Suitable for active beginners and intermediate trekkers.
- 🚙 Fully Supported Trek A support vehicle follows the route, carrying all main luggage, food, and camping equipment. You hike with only a small daypack.
- 🏕️ Accommodation Combination of tent camping in remote natural settings and one night with a Kazakh Eagle Hunter family.
- 🚿 Camping Comfort (On Request) Portable shower and sitting toilet are available upon request during camping days.
- 🍽️ Meals & Cooking All meals are included as per itinerary and prepared by a professional cook. Picnic lunches are provided on trekking days, and traditional Kazakh meals are served at the homestay.
- 🌦️ Weather Conditions Mountain weather can change quickly. Days are usually mild, while evenings can be cool. Flexibility is important.
- 🦅 Cultural Etiquette Please respect local customs when visiting nomadic families and always ask before taking photos, especially of people and eagles.
- 🛣️ Road Conditions Travel includes off-road driving, which can be bumpy but is part of the authentic Altai experience.
- ✈️ Flights Domestic flights between Ölgii and Ulaanbaatar are subject to weather and schedule changes.
- 🏔️ Remote Area The tour operates in Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, where mobile network coverage is limited.
🎒 What to Bring – Climb Malchin Peak
🥾 Trekking & Clothing
- Strong hiking boots (well broken-in)
- Warm layered clothing (thermal base layers recommended)
- Insulated jacket (down or synthetic)
- Windproof & waterproof jacket
- Trekking pants
- Warm hat & gloves
- Extra socks & underwear
🎒 Daypack Essentials
- Small daypack (20–30L)
- Water bottle
- Packed snacks / energy bars
- Sunscreen & lip balm
- Sunglasses (UV protection)
🌄 High-Altitude & Camp Items
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Power bank (no electricity at base camp)
- Personal medications (altitude, cold, etc.)
💵 Other
- Personal cash
- Passport & copy
- Camera / phone
📌 Note: All main luggage, food, and camping equipment are transported by camels. You only carry what you need during the day.
⭐ Why Choose This Tour – Climb Malchin Peak
- 🏔️ Summit a 4,000 m Peak Without Technical Climbing Reach Malchin Peak (4,050 m) on a non-technical route—a true high-altitude achievement accessible to fit trekkers.
- 🐫 Camel-Supported Comfort All luggage, food, and camp gear are carried by camels, so you hike light and enjoy the mountains without heavy packs.
- 🧊 Iconic Altai Scenery Trek alongside Potanin Glacier and admire Khüiten Peak, Mongolia’s highest summit.
- 🏕️ Real Base Camp Experience (3,000 m) Spend nights at a remote base camp for proper acclimatization and an authentic expedition feel.
- 🍽️ Professional Cook in the Wilderness Enjoy freshly prepared meals every day—even at base camp—so you stay fueled for summit day.
- 🚿 Extra Comfort Options Portable shower and sitting toilet available on request, rare for high-altitude trekking in Mongolia.
- 🧭 Well-Paced & Safe Itinerary Designed for moderate to challenging fitness with gradual ascent, rest time, and experienced local guidance.
- 🌄 Untouched Altai Wilderness Explore deep inside Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, far from crowds and modern infrastructure.
- 🌟 High Reward in Short Time Achieve a 4,000 m summit in just 6 days, perfect for travelers with limited time who want a big mountain experience.
Bottom line: This tour delivers a true high-altitude summit, strong logistics, and rare comfort—without technical climbing—making it the smartest way to climb a 4,000 m peak in Mongolia’s Altai.
❓ FAQs – Malchin Peak (4,050 m) climb
- Q: How difficult is the Malchin Peak trek?
- A: The trek is Moderate to Challenging due to altitude. No technical climbing skills are required.
- Q: Do I need mountaineering experience?
- A: No. This is a non-technical summit, suitable for fit hikers with good stamina.
- Q: What is the highest altitude reached?
- A: 4,050 meters at the summit of Malchin Peak.
- Q: How is luggage transported?
- A: All luggage, food, and camping gear are carried by camels, assisted by local herders.
- Q: Where do we stay during the trek?
- A: Combination of ger/yurt camps, high-altitude tent camping, and base camp.
- Q: Are meals included?
- A: Yes. A professional cook travels with the group and prepares all meals.
- Q: Is there hot water or shower available?
- A: A portable shower and sitting toilet are available on request.
- Q: What about altitude sickness?
- A: The itinerary allows gradual acclimatization. Your guide monitors conditions, and pacing is flexible.
- Q: When is the best time to climb Malchin Peak?
- A: June to September offers the safest weather and best conditions.
- Q: Is this tour private or group based?
- A: Available as private or small-group departures.