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Mt Kharkhiraa Hiking Trip in Western Mongolia 2009


16th - 28th August 2009
only Euros €2295

This is a fabulous trek in the remote north western corner of Mongolia near to the borders with Kazakhstan and Siberia. The mountainous landscape is dramatic with snow capped mountains, glaciers, fast flowing rivers, amazing rock formations and crystal clear lakes. For much of the route it is not possible for vehicles to travel, so we use pack horses and camels to carry our equipment, just as the local people do.

We walk approximately 15 - 20 km per day, and reach a maximum altitude of 2944 meters. The trek is suitable for people who are fit and who are prepared for all weather conditions. The climate is extremely changeable and you may experience all four seasons in a single day. This is a very rewarding trip in a part of Mongolia rarely visited by foreigners.

  Mount Kharkhiraa Trek Route ©OTMT



16 Aug
Arrive Ulaanbaatar and transfer to hotel. Afternoon at leisure.
17 Aug
Fly to Ulaangom. Jeep into the mountains. Start trekking up to Uliastai pass.
18 Aug
Trek down to the Blue Lake and over four low passes to camp nearby ancient graves and standing stones.
19 Aug
Trek along Kharkhiraa river valley to reach camp opposite a dramatic wall of red cliffs.
20 Aug
Hike up to the foot of Kharkhiraa pass and set up camp surrounded by snow covered mountains and glaciers.
21 Aug
Climb Kharkhiraa pass and across a wild open plateau. Hike to to Turgen Mountain National Protected Area.
22 Aug
Hike up to Yamaatiin pass,  the highest point of the trek and down into Yamaatiin valley.
23 Aug
Trek down this wonderful valley with rare flora and remarkable geological formations.
24 Aug
Continue down the valley to a small Kazakh mining town. Meet driver and jeep to Uureg Lake.
25 Aug
Jeep over Ulaan Davaa pass and down to Ulaangom town. Afternoon explore the town.
26 Aug
Fly to Ulaanbaatar. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight hotel.
27 Aug
Free day in Ulaanbaatar to enjoy the museums, art galleries, temles and restaurants.
28 Aug
Transfer to airport for departure.
     
   
Price: Euro €2295
     
  Package Includes:  
    All meals (except UB)
Hotels
Domestic flights
• Special permit


Local guides
Pack camels
English translator


  Not Included:  
    International flight
Visa cost
Personal excess baggage


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  Mount Kharkhiraa in Western Mongolia ©OTMT
 
  Wild Flowers in Mongolia ©OTMT
 
  Hiking in Western Mongolia ©OTMT
 
  Enjoy Trekking in Mongolia ©OTMT
 
  Hiking & Trekking Western Mongolia ©OTMT
 
  Mount Kharkhiraa Pass 2930 meters ©OTMT
 
  White Gentian at Yamaat Valley ©OTMT
 
Bottom of the Kharkhiraa pass ©OTMT
 
At the foot of Yamaat pass ©OTMT
 
  Nomadic Kazakh Family ©OTMT

 

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