Mongolia's Twin Peaks
In a far-flung corner of Mongolia stand the magnificent twin peaks of snow capped Mt Turgen and Mt Kharkhiraa with its soaring ice cliffs.
This adventurous trek takes us into the little-visited region between the two peaks, where we will keep our eyes peeled for a glimpse of the beautiful but elusive snow leopard.
Our journey through this wild and dramatic landscape allows us a glimpse into a region where the nomadic people are just as curious of us as we are of them.
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Details |
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Price Includes |
(HK-10221-P) |
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All meals included on trek; |
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All breakfasts |
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1 dinner included in Ulaan Baatar. |
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Suitability / Level |
Moderate |
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Minimum Age |
18 |
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Max Group Size |
14 |
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Itinerary
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Day 1 - Depart London.
Day 2 - Arrive Ulaan Baatar.
Day 3 - City tour of Ulaan Baatar.
Day 4 - Fly to Ulaangom, in Mongolia's snow leopard region; afternoon visit the museum and National Parks Centre; drive to
start of trek.
Day 5 - Trek up the Kharkhiraa Valley past herders encampments; cross Turgen river.
Day 6 - Up the remote Kharkhiraa Valley past herds of yaks and alpine camels; chance to meet Hoton nomads.
Day 7 - First views of cathedral-like ice cliffs of Mt Kharkhiraa; camp at the confluence of the glacial rivers (2974m).
Day 8 - Option of gentle valley walk or scrambling on rock ridges; look out for wildlife including snow leopards.
Day 9 - Cross the broad alpine plateau between the two massifs, past Blue Lake; enjoy views of Mongolia's highest peak.
Day 10 - Cross Yamaatiin Pass (3147m) into the wild and spectacular Yamaatiin Valley.
Day 11 - Rest day in the Yamaatiin River Valley; day walk high onto ridgelines searching for ibex and argali.
Day 12 - Trek in the isolated Yamaatiin River Valley, passing herders gers.
Day 13 - Trek to the mouth of the Yamaatiin Valley and transfer to Lake Uureg; camp by the lake.
Day 14 - A relaxing day on the shore of Lake Uureg and the chance to swim in the fresh water or visit neighbouring herding families.
Day 15 - Visit markets and museum in Ulaangom; fly to Ulaan Baatar.
Day 16 - At leisure in Ulaan Baatar; celebratory dinner.
Day 17 - Fly to London. |
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Accommodation
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10 nights camping, 4 nights hotels (1 night basic).
Comfortable Hotel, Lodge or Gite – twin rooms with en suite facilities, reliable electricity and water supply, good service and some added amenities.
Standard Hotel, Lodge or Gite – no-frills hotel, usually with twin rooms and en suite facilities. Service and amenities are generally adequate.
Full-service Camping – two person tents sometimes in a private or public campsite that contains a communal ablutions block and other amenities and sometimes in a wild camp with toilet tents and mess tent or dining equipment
provided. All camp chores are done for you including cooking & washing up, although assistance with erecting/dismantling your tent may be appreciated.
Single Accommodation
Single supplements are available throughout this tour, for a supplement of £130. Please request this at the time of booking if you wish to guarantee a single room/tent. |
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Holidays
Extras |
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We have provided a little
section of extra travel needs that you may need
and to make life easier for our customers. We aim
to provide all the extras you would need; flights,
hotels, insurance, car hire and airport parking.
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