Wonders of Tsaatan community
Wonders of Tsaatan community
10 Nights / 11 Days from $ 3,173 per person
Limited to 20 guests
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INCLUDED:
- Accommodation in ger lodges/tents, according to the program (standard gers)
- Accommodation in Ulaanbaatar
- English-speaking guide
- Transport: chauffeured minivan
- Domestic flight Ulaanbaatar-Moron-Ulaanbaatar
- Meals as per itinerary
- Excursions as per itinerary
- Entrance fees to national parks and museums
- 1 liter of water a day
Destination: Ulaanbaatar, Murun, Khatgal, Khuvsgul lake, Jigleg, Renchinlhumbe
Lengths: 10 nights/11 days
Adventure level: Moderate
Total driving km:
Vehicle type: drive-fly, Minivan, horseback riding, boat
Season: May 18 – September 18
Itinerary at a Glance
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar – Murun – Khuvsgul Lake
Khuvsgul Lake – Jigleg – Khogrog River
Khogrog River – East Taiga
East Taiga – Tsaatan Community and Shaman Visit
East Taiga – Khogrog River
Khogrog River – Tengis River
Tengis River – Khuvsgul Lake
Khuvsgul Lake
Khuvsgul Lake – Murun – Ulaanbaatar
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Upon arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, you will meet your
local guide and transfer to your hotel. After a short rest, take a city
tour of Ulaanbaatar, visiting key landmarks such as Sukhbaatar Square
and Gandan Monastery. In the evening, return to your hotel and rest
overnight. Included meals: lunch, dinner
Ulaanbaatar – Murun – Khuvsgul Lake
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Murun,
the capital of Khuvsgul Province. Upon arrival, drive north through
forested hills and open steppe to reach Khuvsgul Lake, one of Mongolia’s
largest freshwater lakes. Settle into your lakeside ger camp and enjoy
free time to walk along the shore before dinner and overnight. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Khuvsgul Lake – Jigleg – Khogrog River
In the morning, take a boat ride across Khuvsgul Lake to the Jigleg
area, where you will begin your horseback journey. Ride approximately 60
kilometers through forests and valleys to reach the Khogrog River. Set
up camp by the river and spend the evening enjoying the quiet
surroundings. Overnight in tents. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Khogrog River – East Taiga
After breakfast, continue your horseback riding journey deeper into the
East Taiga. The route passes through forested hills and streams,
offering views of untouched wilderness and occasional encounters with
local herders. Dinner and overnight in tents. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
East Taiga – Tsaatan Community and Shaman Visit
Today, visit a Tsaatan, or reindeer herding, family and experience their
daily lifestyle. Learn about their traditional way of living in harmony
with reindeer and the taiga environment. Later, meet a local shaman to
gain insight into Tsaatan spiritual beliefs and rituals. Spend the night
in tents. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
East Taiga – Khogrog River
After breakfast, begin your return ride toward the Khogrog River,
following the same scenic trails through the forest and meadows. Arrive
at the river in the afternoon and enjoy some rest time by the water.
Overnight near Khuvsgul Lake. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Khogrog River – Tengis River
Ride for about five hours to reach the Tengis River. Upon arrival,
spend the afternoon fishing or relaxing by the riverside. Enjoy dinner
and an evening around the campfire. Overnight in tents by the river. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Tengis River – Khuvsgul Lake
After breakfast, ride back to your base camp near Khuvsgul Lake. The
journey passes through forested landscapes and open valleys, providing
another opportunity to enjoy the natural scenery. Upon arrival, relax
and unwind at the camp. Overnight at Khuvsgul Lake. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Khuvsgul Lake
In the morning, take a hike to Chiguu Mountain, which offers a
panoramic view of Khuvsgul Lake and the surrounding mountain ranges.
Spend the afternoon at leisure, relaxing by the lake or taking a short
walk along the shoreline. Dinner and overnight at the camp. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Khuvsgul Lake – Murun – Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast, drive to Murun for your return flight to
Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival, visit the Bogd Khan Winter Palace Museum, the
former residence of Mongolia’s last king. Afterwards, stop at the State
Department Store for souvenir shopping. Stay overnight at a hotel in
Ulaanbaatar. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
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