>>1447809Yaks are pretty cool. I would recommend a show bred yak since breeding for temperament is a priority with them. I would also recommend a second yak to use for packing since they seem especially anxious without herd members. I honestly can’t imagine a better steed for real high country.
https://www.yakzz.com/yak-for-sale/According to Wikipedia an ox can carry its own body weight at a walking pace, but I wouldn’t load more than 20% of its body weight like with horses.
I’m looking for something more for the desert. I guess a camel would suit my purposes, except I’ve heard riding them isn’t great for your back and that their feet can get cut up in rocky terrain.