Gobi Desert and Khuvsgul Lake Adventure Tour

5.0 (5)
15 days 14 nights
Mongolia
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5.0
Narantsatsral M.
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Difficulty
Easy
Comfort
Upscale

This tour offers a unique chance to explore the enchanting Mongolian Gobi Desert and the stunning Taiga region of northern Mongolia, home to Khuvsgul Lake National Park. Experience beautiful landscapes, abundant fishing spots, the Reindeer herder-Darkhad Ethnic Tribe, and historical sites.

The Gobi, the sixth-largest desert globally, features exposed rock rather than sand. Discover Vulture Canyon, the vast Khongor sand dunes, and Bayanzag's flaming cliffs, renowned for their dinosaur fossils from the late Cretaceous period.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure and create life- long memories!

!! PRICE OPTIONS: 

  • 1 guest - 6110 USD pp;
  • 2 guests - 3825 USD pp;
  • 3 guests - 3040 USD pp;
  • 4 guests - 2695 USD pp; 
  • 5+ guests - 2370 USD pp.
from
$2,370
per tourist for 15 days
Departing from
Tov Province, Chinggis Khaan International Airport
Available dates
Only in the Hiking Trekking Club
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Narantsatsral M. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English, German, French
I believe that travel should inspire a deep sense of responsibility for the planet we inhabit. This conviction drives our commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism, a value instilled in me by my father, a passionate preservationist and traveler. As a child, I ventured with him into the wild mountains and expansive fields, where he taught me the significance of safeguarding our natural heritage. His influence guided me to become a tour guide for many years and ultimately led to the founding of a sustainable travel operator.

Tour highlights

Local landscape
Explore Unique Landscapes
Experience the enchanting Mongolian Gobi Desert and the breathtaking Taiga region, including Khuvsgul Lake National Park
Urantogoo volcano
Discover Historical Treasures
Visit significant sites such as Vulture Canyon, the expansive Khongor sand dunes, and Bayanzag's flaming cliffs
Local culture
Cultural Encounters
Engage with the Reindeer herder-Darkhad Ethnic Tribe and enjoy abundant fishing spots

Route details

Day 1
Arrival and City Tour

Today, we will greet you at the Ulaanbaatar airport and take you to your 3- star hotel. Feel free to relax for a bit before we take on a city tour.

Our itinerary includes visits to:

- The Mongolian National History Museum and Chinggis Khan Main Square,
- The Chinggis Khan Museum,
- Gandan-Tegchlen Monastery,
- Zaisan Hill Memorial, which offers a panoramic view of the entire city.

After our tour, we will attend a traditional Mongolian folklore concert at 6 pm, followed by dinner and your transfer back to the hotel.

City panorama
Day 2
Tsagaan Suvraga "White Stupa"
Day 3
Yol Valley "Vulture Canyon"
Day 4
Khongor Sand Dunes "Singing Dune"
Day 5
Ongi Ruined Monastery And Bayan Zag Flaming Cliffs
Day 6
Orkhon Waterfall
Day 7
Tsenkher Hot Spring
Day 8
Khorgo Volcano and Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur "White Stupa"
Day 9
Zuun Nuur via Jargalant Village
Day 10
Explore Khuvsgul Lake
Day 11
Leisure Day at Khuvsgul Lake
Day 12
Head to Urantogoo Volcano
Day 13
Visit Amarbayasgalant Monastery
Day 14
Back to Ulaanbaatar
Day 15
Departure
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age
Tour provider's comments

This tour is of an easy difficulty level. 

There are no special requirements and no hard routes. 

Accommodation

Comfort
Upscale
Hotel
2 nights
Tent
12 nights
2 nights
3-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar
12 nights
Tourist camp

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place
Tov Province, Chinggis Khaan International Airport
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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route
You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on
  • the forecasts for this season
  • the statistics from previous years’ trips

Tour conditions

Included
  • Pick up and drop off services from the airport (upon request);
  • Pick up and drop off services from hotel;
  • Professional driver;
  • Private transportation & fuel;
  • Tour guide;
  • Accommodations during the tour;
  • 3 meals per day: breakfast, lunch and dinner;
  • 1.5 L of pure water per day;
  • All taxes and entrance fees;
  • Sightseeing cost;
  • Horse and camel riding.
Extras
  • International airfare;
  • Travel and health insurance;
  • Excess baggage fee; 
  • Meals in Ulaanbaatar city;
  • Alcohol drinks;
  • Snacks and sweets;
  • Meals not indicated;
  • Emergency and personal expenses;
  • Tips, gratuities and personal expenses.
Group size
From 2 to 13 tourists
Duration
15 days
14 nights

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • Warm thin layers of clothing;
  • Waterproof jacket;
  • Good walking boots and sandals;
  • A hat and headscarf to protect you from the sun and winds;
  • Insect repellent;
  • Sun cream;
  • Lip-gloss;
  • Water purifying tablets and first aid kit (medicine for headache, cold, diarrhea, runny nose; bandages; any medicine prescribed for you);
  • All your camera equipment and binoculars;
  • Some snacks to eat between meal times.
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Reviews

5.0
Based on 5 reviews
  • S
    Sangay
    about provider
    9 Sep, 2024
    This was one of my favorite trips of all time. From the very beginning Tsatsa was incredibly helpful and patient. She genuinely cares about her customers. The tour guide and driver assigned to us were wonderful. They made sure we were doing what we wanted to do every step of the way. I had mentioned a few extra areas of interest to Tsatsa, and she found some events outside of the itinerary that made the trip even more exciting for us. We did a 4-day tour with a driver and an English-speaking tour guide. It was a 4- days tour that included our meals, a visit to the national museum in Ulaanbaatar, seeing the wild horses at Hustai National Park, Elsen Tasarkhai dunes and a stay at the ger camp, and some additional activities that we added on. The highlight for me was the ger camp and the wild horses. I would suggest going in October or even later as it is rather chilly outside, which makes the ger quite cozy. Don't worry about being cold or uncomfortable - the coal / wood stove very well heated the ger and was also well-insulated. The beds were also super comfortable. At the ger camp, we had a wonderful dinner with our tour guide Zula, and driver Ochiro. Zula was full of stories and anecdotes about Mongolian history and life. She made our experience so much more fascinating. Other people from around the world joined the conversation during the meal at Hustai National Park tourist camp. We stayed up late, drinking beer with our new friends. It was truly one of those fantastic life memories. Throughout our 4 days, if we wanted to stop somewhere, it wasn't a problem. If you have a question about something on the side of the road, pull over and have a look with your tour guide! I wish I could put into words how amazing this experience is. It was worth every penny.
  • M
    Mark
    about provider
    17 Jul, 2024
    I truly recommend this experience to everyone! The team delivered much more than I expected. The guide Bolor is experienced and knows in-depth about local cultures and Buddhism and is always thinking about the next step of the trip, organizing every single thing like lunches without waiting, quick and convenient entry to the sites. Odhuu drives carefully on a bumpy road. The car was comfortable and new, convenient for a road trip. They do everything to make you happy and get to know deeply this nomadic culture that they have in Mongolia so far. Everyone is kind and friendly!
  • I
    Ivan
    about provider
    15 Jul, 2024
    Unbelievable trip with the incredible natures and animals I have ever seen in my life. A great trip with experienced tour guide and excellent service. I would definitely recommend to friends and families to visit Mongolia in the nearest future.

Dates and Prices

  • Any dates on request during the season
    15 May – 30 Sep
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