Mountain Biking Tour In Mongolia: Adventure Of A Lifetime!

Are you passionate about mountain biking? Well, it is certainly one of the most coveted hobbies for adventure enthusiasts around the world. If you also share this same passion then you have landed in the right place. In this post, we will be talking about the various aspects of mountain biking tour in Mongolia. Read on as I will be giving some details about this trip and also a brilliant platform who can help conduct one such tour for you. So, let’s get started. 

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Mountain Biking Tour In Mongolia: Adventure Of A Lifetime!

Mongolia is known for its beautiful lands and mountain biking is perhaps the best way to experience this land of true wilderness and pristine natural splendour. In this way you can also know a lot of interesting facts about the nomadic people of Mongolia and their life style which is quite unchanged for many hundreds of years. Since the nature of this trip will be a slow pace, you will get plenty of time to see and marvel at the breath-taking beauty. With the perfect travel agency you can enjoy such mountain biking tours in the country's three major mountain ranges which are the Khangai in Central Mongolia, the Khenty in north east and the Altai in the west and the Gobi desert, respectively.

A lot of agencies also organize mountain biking tours. Thanks to these tours, a lot of great cycling routes have been discovered which can be adapted to riders even with different physical ability and experience. Now, experiencing this beautiful land with your bike is not impossible anymore.

With the perfect touring guide, you will also get the professional support routine which can be very helpful for the trip. During the trip, you will also have the support of the expert guides, bike mechanics, drivers and also cooks. They will always be equipped with the outdoor equipment that is necessary for this type of trip and the conditions of Mongolia. All these things will ensure the complete satisfaction of your trip. Below I am listing the details of one such agency called AltaiExpeditions. They can help you with the best trip itinerary for the best price. This can definitely be a start for you. 

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Mountain Biking Tour:

If you are planning for a wonderful mountain biking tour then we have the perfect tour for you. With this, you can enjoy wide open landscapes and breathtaking vistas.

At the foothills of the Altai Mountains in Western Mongolia, you can have a wonderful time with the wide open landscape, breathtaking vistas of the snow capped high peaks, dry weather with pleasant, moderate temperatures during the late spring and summer months. Needless to  say, these are the ideal terrain for serious mountain bikers!

The trip will take about 55 km to 75km per day, depending upon the terrain. All the bikers will sleep in our own tent camps. Rest assured, the tour will be guided by local professionals who not only know the terrain, but are skilled mountain bikers, mechanics as well as gracious hosts.

In a Nutshell:

Mountain biking tour in Mongolia is perhaps the best way to explore the abundant beauty of this land. If you want to experience the best that Mongolia has to offer then pack your bags and embark upon this journey today. With the above discussion, I believe you have better knowledge about this trip. But should you have any further queries, feel free to mention them in the comments section and I will be addressing them in future posts. 

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Exploring 14 days Mountain climbing tour in Mongolia

Looking for the best western Mongolia tours and wants to have a memorable trip? That is what Altai Expeditions is all about. Positive memories guaranteed with us.

Western Mongolia tour

The Mount Khuiten is one of the highest peaks of the Altai Mountains and the highest point of Mongolia at 4374 m. The Kuithen Peak borders are Russia, China and Kazakhstan and this mountain is close to other beautiful peaks: Malchin, Niaramdal, Naran, Snowchurch and Olgii .Let’s talk about Mountain climbing tour in Mongolia.

Mountain climbing tour

Day 1 Arrival in Ulaan Bataar

Upon your arrival at Ulaan Bataar airport, you will be met by one of our representatives and, after checking in at the hotel, we will take you on a city sightseeing tour and for a welcome dinner.

Day 2 Travel to Ulgii

You will fly to Ulgii City, in the Bayan-Ulgii province in Western Mongolia, about a 3-hour flight. The population of this province is mostly Kazakh, with their own culture and language. At the airport, you will be met your English-speaking guide, as well as your driver and expedition cook. Before lunch you will visit the town of Ulgii, seeing such sites as the local museum, the open air market, and the mosque. After lunch, we will drive to Tavn Bogd (Five Peaks) National Park, about 90 km, with an overnight stay in a tent camp (Tent/L/D).

Day 3 Drive to the Tsagaan Gol Valley

Today we take a 4 to 5-hour drive through the foothills of the mountains and reach the Tsagaan Gol Valley in the early afternoon. This is a commonplace for the nomadic peoples to make camp in the summertime and where the Tuvan people live, practicing their Shaman religion. Here we will meet our camel guide to prepare for the next day’s hike. (Tent/B/L/D)

Day 4 Hiking to the Tavn Bogd Base Camp

Today we will hike 18 km to the base camp of Tavn Bogd. Our luggage will be transported by camels, handled by the local Tuvan people, they are friendly and helpful. On the way, you can see the ice peaks of the Potanin and Alexander Glaciers. The base camp is at an elevation of 3000 m. Total hiking time about 6 to 8 hours (Tent/B/L/D)

Day 5 Acclimatization Day

After breakfast, we will start slowly walking for about an hour and then start climbing to Malchin Peak (4050 m), which is on the Mongolian side of the Russian border. Malchin Peak is the lowest of the Holy Five Peaks. It takes 6 to 7 hours to climb to the top of Malchin. Most of the climb will be on rocks, then back to camp to relax. (Tent/B/L/D)

Day 6-9 Khuiten Ascent

We will cross the Potanin Glacier which lies between the base camp and Khuiten Peak. We will cross many big crevasses before reaching the peak. From the base camp, the hike is one day. We will set up camp at 3,500 m. The next morning, weather permitting, we will set about climbing the peak. (Tent/B/L/D)

Day 10 Return to the White River (Tsagaan Valley)

Today we will hike back to our camp in the Tsagaan Gol Valley. This evening we will have the opportunity to visit Tuvan families and share their culture and lifestyle. Total hiking: 6 to 8 hours. (Tent/B/L/D)

Day 11 Return to Ulgii

We will say goodbye to our Tuvan friends and take the 7-hour drive back to Ulgii. On the way, we will visit with the Kazakh Eagle Hunters. Tonight is our chance to sleep in a Kazakh yurt (ger), and we will celebrate the ascent with cold beers and a traditional Kazakh meal. Alternatively, you can spend the night in our guesthouse, Eagle's Nest, with all modern comforts. (GorGH/B/L/D)

Day 12 Return Flight to Ulaan Bataar

This morning we catch the return flight to Ulaanbataar. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon for shopping. (Hotel/B/L/D)

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Eagle hunters Mongolia tour

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An Epic Horse ride in Mongolia Tour with Altai Expeditions

If you have a little bit confusion about the fact, which is the best House Riding tour company in Mongolia, then don't worry about it. Altai Expedition is right for you. We are one of the best horses riding service firm with a true experience of thirteen-day riding tour surrounded by the dramatic beauty of the Altai Mountains and also you can feel the deep connection between Humans and horses in Mongolia while you are on the trip.

If you are new to horseback riding and worry about falling down then don't think of that, our guide and horse instructor help you to let your dream comes true. The horse riding is an important part of the nomadic life in Mongolia.We are providing proper training to the horses in the summer to become fit so they can endure our hard-Mongolian winters.

At Altai Expedition, you can join our horse-riding tour. We suggest you to explore our horse riding in Mongolia tour and you have opportunities to see and feel of Mongolia. During the tour, our local guides and horse instructors help you on all the matters related to the riding experience. At the same time, Kazakh children learn to walk and they learn to ride. A nomadic family might use as many as three to four horses for transportation and work. Mongolia is a big country for its territory, so you can choose from any sort of region. During your tour, you will be surrounded by mountainous ice peaks, beautiful lakes, and magnificent rivers. Depending on your choice, you will ride for approximately 6 to 8 hours each day and cover up to 25 to 30 kilometers per day.

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