Kharkhiraa Turgen Peaks Trekking Tour

In the morning, you will be transferred from UB to the airport for a 3-hour flight to Ulaangom town, located just 40 km from Lake Uvs, the largest lake in Mongolia. Your guide will accompany you on the flight. Upon arrival, we will take a one-hour car transfer to the Uliastai valley, our trek's starting point. Here, we will set up our first tented camp and finalize arrangements with local camel herders. Throughout the trek, tents, food, and luggage will be transported by two-humped Bactrian camels belonging to the ethnic Khoton nomads, who will join us this evening.

We begin our trek by ascending the Uliastai pass, standing at an elevation of 2410 meters. As we climb, the landscape unfolds to reveal the breathtaking Blue Lake, nestled amidst the rugged foothills of the Kharkhiraa and Turgen peaks, crowned with snow. After a delightful picnic lunch, we descend to the shores of the lake, where we walk along its tranquil shoreline until reaching our campsite at an altitude of 1795 meters above sea level. Our caravan of two-humped camels will soon catch up with us, arriving after lunch to set up camp and prepare a hearty dinner. This will be the typical routine for each day of our trekking adventure.

Our trek commences from the Blue Lake valley, where the tranquil beauty of the surroundings immediately sets a peaceful tone for our adventure. As we gradually ascend towards the 2443-meter-high pass, the landscape unfolds to reveal stunning vistas of the majestic snowy peaks of the Kharhiraa and Turgen Mountains. This panoramic view is a testament to the untouched wilderness that surrounds us.

Descending from the pass, we enter the Turgen river valley, navigating through rugged terrain and following a narrow camel track that winds its way along the riverbank. The sound of rushing water and the sight of lush vegetation create a serene atmosphere as we continue our journey.

After a day of trekking, we finally reach the bank of the Turgen river, where our campsite awaits. Nestled amidst nature our tents provide a cozy shelter for the night.

Trek to Dund Khoroo mt. It is an all day long ascent along the Kharkhiraa river at the end of which we will have gained almost 800 meters. The impressive red rock wall will continue alongside across the river. Rocky but well established trail steadily climbs up bringing more snow capped peaks into our sight. A noticeable temperature drop can also be felt. Our camel caravan will be struggling harder to catch up with us.

Time permitting we will visit one of the local herding families that graze their large flocks of sheep, goats and horses on the abundant alpine pastures. We continue trekking upstream along the Kharkhiraa river until arriving to its headspring. This is also the bottom of the main water dividing ridge. Several small streams are to be negotiated on foot.

Day 6: Starting from Dund Khoroo mountain, our trek leads us through the picturesque and narrow valley of the Kharhiraa river, where the gentle sound of flowing water accompanies our journey. 
Our campsite for the night is nestled on the tranquil river bank, sheltered beneath the imposing presence of the Kharhiraa pass. Here, the soothing melody of the river serves as a lullaby, offering a peaceful retreat amidst nature.
During today's trek, we will encounter the exhilarating challenge of fording two small rivers on foot, adding a touch of adventure to our expedition. 
While the terrain remains relatively flat, our gradual ascent in elevation provides us with breathtaking panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks of the Turgen Mountains. We will stay for two nights here.

Accommodation: Tent. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Distance:14km, Ascent 760m, Descent 211m, max elevation 2630m

Day 7: Leisure day - Exploring the Alpine lake.