man in blue shirt and black shorts standing on rocky shore near snow covered mountain during

THE ALTAI ODYSSEY 160KM

DURATION: 6N 7D

DISTANCE: 160 KILOMETERS

The Altai Odyssey 160 is now officially a UTMB® Index Race in the 100K category.

Run Mongolia has joined the global circuit.

What this means for you

By finishing the Altai Odyssey 160, you will officially earn your UTMB® Index. This index is your passport to the world's most prestigious trail races and is used to determine your start wave and entry eligibility for UTMB® World Series events.

Uncompromising Challenge.
Globally Recognized.

The Expedition

160km Into The Holy Peaks

Western Mongolia·4 Race Stages·6-Day Expedition·154.3 KM·+2,109 M

Welcome to the Altai Tavan Bogd — the “Five Holy Peaks” — where the borders of Mongolia, Russia, and China converge in a landscape of glacial ice, turquoise lakes, and eternal blue skies.

This isn’t just a race. It is a four-stage voyage across a land where time has stood still for ten thousand years. No manicured trails. No crowded trailheads. Just wilderness, silence, and the pull of the mountains.

DATE: 14-18 JULY

TOUR ITINERARY

Morning
Transfer from Ulgii City to Erunhiilugciin Owoo — a sacred high-altitude site that marks the gateway to the expedition.
Midday
Navigate the rugged eastern ridges of the Altai Tavan Bogd, gaining significant elevation as you approach the glacier zones.
Evening
Arrival at Base Camp 1 (Glacier View). Overnight in traditional gers overlooking the ice fields.

DAY 1 PRESIDENT'S ASCENT /14 JULY, 2026/

Morning
Race start. A technical descent and parallel run along the massive Potanin Glacier, the longest glacier in Mongolia.
Midday
The route follows the Tsagaan Gol (White River), known for its milky glacial waters and ancient petroglyph fields.
Evening
Arrival at Base Camp 2 (Riverside). Cultural dinner with local Tuvan nomadic families.

DAY 2 THE POTANIN CROSSING /15 JULY, 2026/

Morning
A scenic stretch through the valley toward Khoton Nuur and Khurgan Nuur — two of the most stunning alpine lakes in the region.
Midday
Technical trail running along the lakeshores, with views of the Kazakh eagle hunters' summer camps.
Evening
Arrival at Base Camp 3 (Lakeside). A second night under the stars on the shores of Khar Nuur.

DAY 3 LAKES OF THE NOMADS / 16 JULY, 2026/

Morning
Leave the lakeshores behind for a climb onto exposed ridgelines and boulder-strewn passes.
Midday
Technical trail running across rocky highlands, with sweeping views back over the entire lake system.
Evening
Arrival at Base Camp 4. The last night under the stars before the final push.

DAY 4 LAST ROCKS / 17 JULY, 2026/

Morning

A final ascent over a high mountain pass — panoramic views of the entire Altai range. Trail running along Khoton Nuur and Khurgan Nuur, known locally as Siirgali.

Midday

The final technical descent into the finish-line valley of Baga Turgen Waterfall.

Evening

Finish line celebration. A celebratory feast and fire festival to mark the completion of the pilgrimage.

DAY 5 THE FINAL FRONTIER /18 JULY, 2026/

DAY 6 CLOSING CEREMONY /19 JULY, 2026/

Morning

Breakfast on the shores of Khoton Lake at the final campsite.

Midday

Award and closing ceremony. Return transfer to Ulgii City.

Evening

Rest, recovery, and the long journey home — changed.

TOUR DETAILS

Certified

GUIDE & DRIVER

DISTANCE

TRANSPORTATION

Alphard MPV /HIACE /VIP Bus (24 seats), Russian Van

4,150 km

7N 8D

DURATION

GER CAMPING

HOTEL

1 Night

4 Nights

Group size

3-4

5-6

7-8

9-10

Price

1,400 USD /Per pax/ - Alphard MPV

1,190 USD /Per pax/ - HIACE

960 USD /Per pax/ - HIACE

1,090 USD /Per pax/ - VIP Bus

LAND PRICE

Pick up and Drop-Off shuttle services
Transportation during trip
- Alphard MPV/HIACE/VIP Bus
- Russian Van /Altai Tavan Bogd NP/
Experienced tour drivers
Professional local English and Chinese-speaking tour guide
Field cook service
Meals inclusive:
- Breakfast /5 times/
- Lunch /6 times/
- Dinner /5 times/
Ulgii Museum entrance ticket
"Golden Eagle Festival 2025" entrance ticket
Official permission from Border Military Unit
Protected Areas fee
Visiting an Eagle hunter
Taking photos with eagles /at Eagle hunter family/
Hotel /Ulgii city/ - 3 nights
Ger camp /Oigor/ - 1 night
Hostel /Tsengel/ – 1 night
Bottled Mineral water
Sleeping bag /at ger camp/

INCLUSION

EXCLUSION

Travel Insurance
Accommodation in UB city
Other meals that not mentioned
Other services that not mentioned
Tips and gratuities
Personal belongings

CHECKLIST AND REMINDERS

Passport
Backpack (Comfortable and lightweight)
Power bank (If needed)
Winter warm clothes /Hat, scarf, gloves, winter boots, winter coat, windproof/waterproof outer layer, thermal socks, sunglasses/goggles etc/
Vacuum flask for hot drinks
Personal ID & emergency contact details
Extra cash for shopping & emergencies
Respect nature & Local communities
Luggage advice: Avoid bringing oversized suitcases
Medication Reminder: If you have regular medications or suffer from high blood pressure, ensure you have them with you at all times.
Dietary Requirements: Please inform us in advance if you are a vegetarian.
Kindly note: Let us know in advance if you have any food allergies.