MONGOLIA

46.8625° N, 103.8467° E

INSIGHT EXCLUSIVE MONGOLIA EXPEDITION 2020 
LED BY BINOD RAI

Orkhon Water Fall and Horse trekking in 8 Lakes of Khuis 

 

THE TOUR

Begin your holiday with a drive to the Mini Gobi to ride the two humped Bactrian camels and then spend an amazing four days riding through volcanic lakes set in a idyllic setting of meadows amidst rolling hills with friendly and hospitable Nomadic families. You will live along side the nomadic families and as you travel on horse back you will stop at Gers to demonstrate and distribute water filters to families who will be awaiting your arrival. Finally finish your wonderful holiday with a visit to the Orkhon waterfall, the ancient Mongolian Capital of Kharkorin, the oldest monastery in the country – Erdene Zuu and the Museum before making your way back to bustling Ulaanbaatar. The following day you will have the opportunity to attend the Nadaam Festival which is a national festival that includes wrestling, horse riding and archery.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

 

  • Camel trek through the Mini Gobi Desert
  • Horse Riding through volcanic lakes and scenic landscapes
  • Meet local nomads and stay in traditional Gers
  • Training and distribution of water filters
  • Experience Mongolian hospitality, tradition and culture up close
  • Visit the ancient capital of Kharkorin
  • Visit the oldest monastery in Mongolia
  • Witness the Nadaam Festival

OUTLINE

Day 1   Ulaanbaatar- Mini Gobi/Elsen Tasarkhai

Day 2   Drive to Uyanga Village- Eight Lakes Eco Ger Camp

Day 3   Horse trekking to Shireet Lake

Day 4   Horse trekking to Khuis Lake

Day 5   Horse trekking to Buurug Valley

Day 6   Horse trekking to Orkhon Waterfall

Day 7   Drive to Kharkhorin- Erdene Zuu Monastery – Ugii Lake

Day 8   Return to Ulaanbaatar

Day 9   Free day in Ulaanbaatar for sightseeing or witness the Nadaam Festival