Altai ClimberAltitude 4,374m/14,350ft » Duration 16 Days » Grade 2B
Exploration of peaks on the border with China and an ascent of Mongolia's highest mountain - Mt Khuiten[more]
 On the lower slopes of Khuiten Photo: © Peter Costello
IntroductionA total eclipse of the sun will be observed over Western Mongolia on 1 August 2008. Our first expedition will therefore coincide with this spectacular event!... read more Many think or Mongolia as a land of endless rolling green grasslands, yet in the far western corner of this landlocked country dramatic glaciated peaks rise out of the steppe and form natural borders with neighbouring China and Russia. The Altai Tavan Bogd (5 Saints) mountains are the highest peaks in the Mongol Altai Range, which stretches some 2,000km from the Gobi desert to the Greater Himalaya in Pakistan. The Five Saints include Mt Khuiten, Mongolia's highest peak, Mt Nairandal (Friendship), which marks the intersection of the borders of Russia, China and Mongolia, and Mt Snow Church (4,100m), arguably the most beautiful mountain in North East Asia. Lush alpine pastures make ideal grazing lands during the summer months and local herders bring their herds of yaks, sheep and horses, adding a cultural element to the mountains... read more
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Experience RequiredThis expedition is suitable for those who have completed Scottish grade I and II climbs or Alpine routes of Grade PD.This expedition is graded 2B... read more about grades Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.
Team CompositionThe Altai Climber expedition is led by an experienced Jagged Globe leader... read more about leadersThere are 10 places available on the expedition. Leaders Chris Pearson (Jul '08), Stuart McNeil (Aug '08).
Expedition ItineraryDay 1-2:Fly from London Heathrow to Ulan Baatar via Moscow... read more
Pre-Expedition MeetingPrior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... read more
EquipmentTo join the Altai Climber expedition you need the following specialist equipment... read moreWe have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service
InsuranceSpecial travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more
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