Mongolia Horse Trek and Trek
13 days / 12 nights
A Wild Frontier with a heart of gold
A moderate to demanding trek experience with GirlsTrek is a once in a lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the mystic and raw beauty of life as a Mongolian Tuvan herder.
Riding for 3 days and trekking for 4 days, you perspective of connection to spirit and land will shift learning from these people and their deep acknowledgement of ancient wisdom.
The trek experience is fully supported with camels and there will be no need to carry a heavy pack as we make our way over Shivet Mountain. The elevation of the trip will get to
3150m, only 900m higher than Mt Kosciuszko. Imprint your memory for ever in this unique and amazing experience.
Day 1:
Arrive Ulaanbaatar, culture tour, dinner
Day 2:
Domestic flight to Bayan-Olgiy, meet local guides and horses.
Day 3:
Horse trek Tavan Bogd National Park
Day 4:
Horse trek Tavan Bogd National Park
Day 5:
Horse Trek Tavan Bogd and Shiveet Mountain
Day 6:
Trek Mt Shiveet, meet Tuvan herders
Day 7:
Trek Tsagaan Us, lakes district with steep climbs
Day 8:
Trek Tsagaan Us, undulating and forest walking
Day 9:
Final Trekking day and transfer to Khoton- alpine lake
Day 10:
Rest day in Khoton / contingency day
Day 11:
Transfer / sightseeing Khoton to Olgiy
Day 12:
Flight Olgiy to Ulaanbaatar
Day 13:
Ulaanbaatar
At a glance:
- 13 days Fully hosted experience with GirlsTrek
- Local Mongolian guides – English Speaking
- All accommodation: 4* hotel (2 nights), tent (9 nights), local hotel (1 night)
- Camping including sleeping mats, dining, shower and toilet tents
- Meals as per itinerary & drinking water
- Sightseeing fees in Ulaanbaatar
- Sightseeing, national park fees in the countryside
- Overland transport
- Domestic flight Ulaanbaatar – Olgiy – Ulaanbaatar
- Expedition cook with 1 assistant
- Horse hire and local guides during horseback riding
- Pack camels and camel drivers during trekking
- Australian stock saddles for horseback riding
- Satellite phone for emergencies
- Currency fluctuations
- GirlsTrek gift
- At home training program
- Expert gear advice and great discounts
- Information get together
Grading:
Level 5 – Big Peaks
Combination of horse trekking and trekking. Mountain passes, higher altitudes (highest point 3150 metres)
Exclusions: Return flights to Ulaanbaatar, travel insurance, visas, vaccinations, beverages, personal expenses, gratuities for all local guides
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Package Confirmed Dates | Trip Status Trip Status | Price (PP) Excluding Flights | Deposit Option | |
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August 13, 2023 - August 25, 2023
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Available |
$6,699.00 |
($1,339.80)
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