Horse Trekking in Eight Lake & Orkhon valley

Day1:

Khugnu Khaan Natural Reserve

We will drive to the Khugnu Khaan Natural Reserve which is consists of mountains, forests, steppes, desert and mineral water sources all in one location. It represents three different natural zones. The surrounding area is a nice place to go hiking, and climbing. We will visit local herders and experience the hospitality of the nomads. Ride a camel to sand dunes. Stay overnight in the nomadic family’s ger or tourist ger camp.

 Day2:

Orkhon valley

We will see Red waterfall and Mongolian the longest river which is named Orkhon by Mongolia. The waterfall was formed by a unique combination of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes about 20,000 years ago. The waterfall cascades from an impressive h of 20 meters and its width is 10 meters. There is nice chance to photograph yak herds. Stay overnight in the nomadic family’s ger

Day3:

Eight Lakes

Today we will start our four days trek through the Eight lakes. Here we will leave our vehicles and load our luggage and food on pack horses. Before horse trekking your guide will explain how to ride Mongolian horse. Then start horse riding to Bodongiin am valley. It is high mountainous area and in the pineapple tree forest, This is very attractive and much fun to explore the nature beauty and wildlife. Picnic lunch in the forest. We will find nice spot for build tents.

 Day4:

Eight Lakes

Eight lakes were created by volcanic activities. It is locked between several extinct volcanoes and high mountain peaks. The lakes connected by underground. The lakes are supplied with fresh water running from the mountains. We will ride horse to Khuist lake. This lake is ted with a large rock island. We will pass high mountain and see two lakes. We will stay nomadic family. Explore the yak herder family’s lifestyle. You can help to family. For example to bring animals, chop wood, clean animal cottage, and make dairy products. Stay overnight in the nomadic family’s ger

Day5:

Eight Lakes

Ride horse to Shireet lake which is the biggest lake in the valley. On the way we can see four lakes. Explore flora and fauna of the valley

Day6:

Orkhon valley

Horse back trekking back to Bodongiin Am, on the way picnic lunch. Our vans will be waiting for us near the Buureg tourist camp. Drive to waterfall’s family. Have Mongolian traditional BBQ

 Day7:

Tsenkher hot spring

It is one of the biggest Mongolia’s hot springs, has a temperature of 86 degree with flow rate and high alkalinity and relatively high amounts of fluoride. The hot spring is mostly used for relaxing and resorting your health. Stay overnight in a tourist ger camp.

Day8:

Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake

Arrive in Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake / White Lake National Park. Here you will stay on the bank of White lake and visit some hundred years old Khongor volcano crater and other natural sites.

Stay overnight in a no0madic family’s ger or tourist camp.

Day 9:

Kharkhorin

In the morning drive to Kharkhorin which was the capital of the Mongolian Empire in the 13th century. We will visit the largest monastery, named “Erdene Zuu” in Mongolian and local museums where we can learn about the Great Mongol Empire, Stone Age and Bronze Age. We will also see phallic and turtle rocks.

Stay overnight in the ger hostel.

Day10. Ulaanbaatar

Drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Farewell dinner in a restaurant

What Includes:

Accommodation: Hotel***,* ger camp, tented camp
Guiding and interpreting service
Full board meals
Transport: vehicle 4×4 or minivan
Entrance fees to protected areas and national parks
Museums and cultural performance
local guide
Horses
Camping equipment

Not Includes:

International airfare
Personal equipment
Optional activity cost
Excess baggage charges
Single room supplement
Alcoholic drinks
Sleeping bag
Travel Insurance