The Wild Road from Delüün to Bulgan
Mongolia, asia
125 km
3,419 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, adventure junkies, listen up! If you're craving a truly epic off-road experience, you HAVE to check out the road from Delüün to Bulgan in western Mongolia. We're talking Bayan-Ölgii Province, practically spitting distance from the Chinese border, nestled right in the heart of the Altai Mountains.
Forget smooth tarmac – this 125km (77-mile) stretch is all about embracing the bumps! Seriously, it's unpaved and relentlessly rugged. You'll need a proper SUV to tackle this north-south route from Delüün towards Bulgan. The payoff? Unbelievable scenery!
Just be prepared for a climb! You'll be topping out at a whopping 3,419m (11,217ft) above sea level. This isn't just a drive; it's an adventure!
Road Details
- Country
- Mongolia
- Continent
- asia
- Length
- 125 km
- Max Elevation
- 3,419 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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