1-Day Trek to Tsetsee Gun Peak from Ulaanbaatar: World's first national park

A high peak with the ruins of a monastery on the way up.

A full-day guided trek from Ulaanbaatar to Tsetsee Gun Peak, the highest point on Bogd Khan Mountain, a UNESCO-protected area and the world's first national park. The route climbs 5 km through forested slopes to the 2,252-meter summit, includes a picnic lunch at the peak, and passes the remains of Manzushir Monastery, which once housed over 300 monks and 20 temples before its destruction in 1937. Park entrance fees, guide service in English, transfers from your accommodation, and a horse ride are all included. The full day runs about eight hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Trek to Tsetsee Gun Peak and return

• Hike forested mountain slopes
• Explore Manzushir Monastery ruins
• Hike 5 km to Tsetsee Gun peak
• Have picnic lunch on the peak
• Walk 5 km back down
• Return to Ulaanbaatar
• Transfer to accommodation

The experience

The trek starts with a transfer from Ulaanbaatar to Bogd Khan Mountain, where you'll hike through forested slopes on the way to Manzushir Monastery. The ruins sit partway up the mountain: what remains are the stone foundations and structures of a once-massive complex that functioned until 1937. From there, the path continues upward for 5 km to Tsetsee Gun Peak itself, the highest point on the mountain at 2,252 meters above sea level.

You'll reach the summit in time for a picnic lunch, then descend the same 5 km back down. A horse ride is included as part of the day, though the itinerary centers on hiking. Your guide speaks English and stays with you throughout, handling the route and any questions about the mountain, the monastery history, or the flora and fauna the protected area is known for. Park entrance fees are covered, so there's no separate ticket to buy at the gate.

The day ends with a transfer back to your accommodation in Ulaanbaatar. The full outing takes about eight hours from pickup to drop-off, so an early start is typical for this kind of trek.

What’s included

• Guide service in English throughout the day.
• park entrance fees.
• picnic lunch at the summit.
• horse ride.
• transfers from and to your Ulaanbaatar accommodation.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (14 to 61 years) · Under 14: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Mongolian Vision Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full day of guided hiking with a set itinerary and group pace. Choose it over self-guided options if you prefer not to navigate or set your own rhythm.

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Top questions

How difficult is the hike to Tsetsee Gun Peak?

The trek climbs 5 km to reach the 2,252-meter summit and descends the same distance, so it is a full day of hiking on mountain terrain. The operator notes the trek is suitable for all physical fitness levels, though it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries.

What is Manzushir Monastery and why is it on the route?

Manzushir Monastery was a major religious complex that once housed over 300 monks across 20 temples before its destruction in 1937. The ruins lie on the forested slopes of Bogd Khan Mountain between Ulaanbaatar and the peak, so you'll explore them as part of the hike up.

Does the trek include a horse ride, or is it all hiking?

A horse ride is included as part of the day's activities, though the main focus is the 5 km hike up to the peak and the 5 km descent. Your guide will explain how the horse ride fits into the day's schedule.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

Park entrance fees, guide service in English, a picnic lunch at the summit, transfers from and to your Ulaanbaatar accommodation, and a horse ride are all included. You'll want to bring water, sturdy hiking boots, sun protection, and layers for the mountain, as weather can change at altitude.

Is there a minimum age for this trek?

The minimum age is 14 years old. Service animals are allowed on the trek.