Mongolia Hiking Tours
Mongolia trekking tours offer an unparalleled adventure into vast and diverse landscapes, from the sweeping Gobi Desert to the rugged Altai Mountains. The untouched natural beauty, nomadic culture, and expansive steppes make trekking in Mongolia a unique blend of exploration and cultural immersion. Experience the freedom of wide-open spaces and connect with ancient traditions on your Mongolia hiking journey.
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Trekking in Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
Trekking in Gorkhi-Terelj National Park is an amazing outdoor adventure activity in Mongolia. Discover this beautiful area in depth and enjoy trekking through grassy river valleys that climb to rolling hills and stony peaks, offering a stunning view of typical Siberian alpine wilderness.
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Best of Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Mongolia’s Altai Tavan Bogd National Park is a wild place of mountains, glaciers, and hidden cultural monuments that hints at a Mongolia of days gone by. This tour takes you through the park by Jeep, covering land that feels impossibly far away from your everyday life. Climb mountains for amazing views, explore massive glaciers that rivers flow from, and discover stone monuments and monasteries still standing in this untouched landscape. You’ll even meet the eagle hunters who live here, perhaps even catching one of their birds on your own arm.
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Trekking in Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Tavan Bogd National Park is an amazingly beautiful wilderness area that embodies the special characteristics of a high mountain region, with snow capped peaks, icy crystal rivers, mountain valleys, steppe landscapes and delicate ecosystems.
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Trekking in Kharkhiraa & Turgen Mountains
Uvs province is a spectacular region of permanently snow-capped mountains, glaciers, torrential rivers, salt and freshwater lakes, sand dunes and a fantastic variety of animals and plants. On this spectacular 14-day trekking adventure, you will climb uphill through the rugged Mongolian landscape to reach a high plateau nestled between the Kharkhiraa and Turgen Mountains.
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Where to go trekking in Mongolia
The Altai Mountains provide challenging treks with opportunities to meet eagle hunters, while the Gobi Desert offers more than just sand with its rich dinosaur fossils and stunning rock formations. Other must-visit trekking locations include the vast steppes of central Mongolia and the pristine forests around Lake Khövsgöl.
Why is Mongolia great for trekking?
Mongolia is an ideal trekking destination due to its extensive and varied wilderness areas, minimal tourist crowds, and the presence of deeply ingrained nomadic traditions. The country’s varied terrain, from desert to mountain to grassland, ensures a rich, adventurous experience for trekkers of all skill levels.
When to trek in Mongolia
The best times to trek in Mongolia are during the warmer months from June to September. During these months, the weather is most favorable for outdoor activities, and the landscapes are at their most vibrant. This period also coincides with several cultural festivals, offering a deeper glimpse into Mongolian life.
Top 5 treks in Mongolia
- Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - This trek takes you through some of Mongolia's most remote and stunning landscapes in the far west, where you can see the Tavan Bogd Massif, including the highest peaks in Mongolia. The area is also known for its ancient rock carvings and glaciers.
- Gobi Desert Trek - A more unusual but incredibly rewarding trek, exploring the Gobi Desert offers a mix of sand dunes, rocky mountains, and rare wildlife. Highlights include visiting the Flaming Cliffs, known for their dinosaur fossils, and the Khongoryn Els sand dunes.
- Turgen Mountains Trek - Venture into the Turgen Mountains for an off-the-beaten-path experience with dramatic landscapes, offering challenging treks through unspoiled natural beauty and opportunities for wildlife sightings.
- Gorkhi-Terelj National Park - Easily accessible from Ulaanbaatar, this park provides a variety of trekking opportunities, from gentle walks to rigorous hikes, featuring rocky formations, pine forests, and a chance to visit local nomadic families.
- Eight Lakes (Naiman Nuur) Trek - Created by volcanic activity, the Eight Lakes trek in the Khangai Mountains region offers a challenging route through remote terrain that not many tourists get to see. The area is known for its beautiful interconnected lakes and is a great spot for those who want solitude and unspoiled nature.