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Wildlife Viewing in Western Mongolia

Mongolia is one of the largest countries in the world and virtually untouched by human development so it’s the perfect place to explore the wild. Travel with us across the Har Us National Park, the Altai Mountains and the Gobi Desert. Not only will the beautiful scenery inspire and amaze you, but also you are guaranteed to see a wide range of wildlife. Altai Ibex, wild ass, gazelle, wolf, fox, marten, beaver, marmot, sable and others are all abundant here, plus for the birdwatchers, there’s eagles, falcons, goshawks, kites, harriers, lammergeyers, vultures and owls. Accompanied by our knowledgeable guides, you will love every moment of this special tour.

Tour itinerary

Day 1. Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and City tour
After arriving in Ulaanbaatar, You'll be greeted at the airport and escorted to your hotel. City sightseeing tour including a visit Gandan Monastery with its huge gold plated Buddha, a symbol of Mongolian national pride and cultural revival. See the monks chanting, spin some prayer wheels and view the intricately embroidered thanks. The next spot will be Sukhbaatar square, where all central departments including Government house situated on. Lunch in restaurant. Then, an excursion to the Zaisan Hill War Memorial to get bearings with a panoramic view of the whole city.

Day 2. Fly to Hovd and drive to Har Us Lake National park
Early morning flight to Hovd Province, Western Mongolia. The flight takes two hours, and on arrival at the airstrip in the Hovd a local driver, who will take you to this trip, will meet you. After light lunch we start tour to Har Us Lake National park. There are we have good opportunity to see varieties of birds and beaver. You can rest, hearing sound of various waterfowls gathered in the lake. Overnight in tent. Full board.

Day 3. Drive to Canyon of Bodonch River
Up early morning, the tour continuation, cross over Baga Ulaan pass of Altai Mountain range and arrive in Canyon of Bodonch River (canyon, stretching for 100 km between the Altai mountain and Gobi desert). Discover life of nomadic family and explore local area by riding camel and horse. Overnight in comfortable ger. (national dwelling) Full board.

Day 4. Sightseeing tour in Canyon of Bodonch River
Explore wild nature and sightseeing tour in Canyon of Bodonch River including dog stone, camel stone, stone like ram and an exciting cirrus rock. Overnight in comfortable ger. (national dwelling) Full board.

Day 5. Enjoy Altai Ibex
Today’s journey goal is to see Altai Ibex. To approach to ibex place by jeep in the early morning, then by walking in short distance discover and take a photograph Ibex. If lucky we can see pack of wolves. Overnight in ger (national dwelling) Full board.

Day 6. Discover Gobi wildlife
Tour from Altai Mountain range to “B” part of National Park “Great Gobi” and enjoy Gobi wild nature and animals such as; wild ass, black-tailed gazelle, wolf and variety of birds. Overnight in tent. Full board.

Day 7. Canyon of Uench
In the early morning we will drive to Canyon of Uench River and during this trip we have a good opportunity to enjoy wild life and sightseeing. Overnight in comfortable ger. (national dwelling) Full board.

Day 8. Drive to Hovd and visit the museum
Up early you will be driven back to Hovd where you will visit the museum and lunch at a local restaurant. Relax and overnight in the hotel. Full board.

Day 9. Fly back to Ulaanbaatar and city tour
After breakfast you will be driven to the local airport with your guide for your return flight to Ulaanbaatar. On arrival in your hotel take a city tour including a visit to the wildlife exhibitions hall at the Natural History Museum and Bogd Khan Palace, a series of beautiful traditional buildings where the last religious King of Mongolia resided. During this city tour you will be taken to souvenir and cashmere shops before enjoying an evening concert of National Folklore. A farewell dinner and overnight in the hotel.

Day 10. Departure back Mongolia
You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport.


Services included in the cost

  • Twin bedded rooms in a hotel***
  • Shared accommodation in tourist ger camp
  • Shared accommodation in tent (2pers/tent)
  • Guiding and interpreting service
  • All meals in countryside
  • All meals in Ulaanbaatar
  • Transfers by vehicle 4x4
  • Domestic flights
  • Local guide
  • All entrance fees
  • Horse ride trial

Services not included in the cost

  • International airfare
  • Optional activity cost
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • International airport departure tax (US$13)
  • Travel Insurance

Please note: Single room is available at extra cost. (USD 30) Just book in advance.

Group size: 4- 12 people

Length of tour: 10 days

Tour cost: US$ 2202- including taxes. Hotel with breakfast in Ulaanbaatar before and after the tour $ 95 (single)

Schedule 2006:
09-18 June. 21-30 July.
16-25 Aug. 08-17 Sep.

Altai mountains

Altai Mountains

Black Ibex

Altai Ibex

Gazelle

Black-tailed gazelle

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Fantastic, really enjoyed both the Altai Mountains and the tour. We will definitely contact you again for any future trips.

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