Horseback Eagle Hunter Herder Of Altai Gobi Desert
About this tour
Mongolia has a breaktaking landscape.Amazing trip to
Amazing trip to visiting On Horseback among Altai Golden Eagle hunters ,Herders of Altai Peaks,Gobi desert ,Sand dunez singing.You will have experience to local festival,eagle hunters.
The ancient custom of hunting with Golden Eagles on horseback is traditionally passed down from father to son at a young age and is considered a great sourse of pride.
Today we have girls who has a lot of interests to training with Golden Eagles.So during the trip you will meet the most brave Eagle huntress,Aymoldr.
Deep Altai Mountains,where Russia,China,Kazakhstan and Mongolian meet,Kazakh people have for centuries developed and nurtured a special bond with Golden Eagles,training the birds to hunt foxes and other small animals.
An animal herder of Altai snow mountain moves sheep,camel,yaks near the snow capped mountain.
Mongolia ,known for its vast and breathtaking landscapes,perfect destination for visitors.
If you are looking to experience the country ' s stunning natural beauty a 11day trip to visit.
Altai Tavan Bogd National Park and Mongol Els Gobi desert National Park should definitely be on your itinerary.With sand dunes,soaring mountains,and endless grasslands,you will be immersed in the raw and rugged beauty of Mongolia.
Stay in a big ,traditional Kazakh Ger .
Visiting the most youngest Eagle huntress in the world.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Khovd, Mongolia to Bayan-Ölgii, Mongolia
Today from Ulaanbaatar city you take domestic flight to Hovd. Arrive to Hovd small city.Meet you at the airport Hovd.Introduce you our amazing ,friendly ,the most experienced team.Driver Daulet ,cook Moldr ,guide. Have nice lunch in local restaurant. Today we drive to Bayan Olgii province. From Hovd to Bayan Olgii it takes 200km.It has a nice,pave road. During the driving day enjoy the view of Tsamvagarv National Park.You will see one of the highest peak of Mongolia Tsamvagarv Peak 4050m. You will see also one of the beautiful Tolba lake.Tolba lake surrounded by snow capped mountain.Have a nice break time around Tolba lake. Drive to Bayan Olgii city center. Bayan Olgii is the homeland of Altai Golden Eagle hunters. Next to Bayan Olgii is Sagsai village.28km.In Sagsai village you are going to visit Eagle hunter's family.Have a beautiful city tour in Bayan Olgii .Go to see local baazar. Stay in a big,traditional,beautiful Kazakh Yurth,Ger.
Day 2: Uujim, Mongolia
Today is the most exciting day. Visiting the most youngest Eagle huntress in the world.Her name is Aymoldr.She is 12 years old.She is training by her father.Her father Dayinbek is a great Eagle hunter. Share unique experience of Eagle huntress.Share story of Eagle huntress.Share true stories of Eagle hunter 's culture. Stay with Eagle hunter's family.
Day 3: Uujim, Mongolia to Road Sagsai, Ulgii, Mongolia
Today is more exciting day.Today you have great opportunity to join the Altai Face local festival. Have a nice conversation with Altai Golden Eagle hunters. Meet many Eagle hunters on the mountain Jaman tobe. Spend a great day with Eagle hunters on the mountain. Eagle hunters will share their training experiences. Eagle hunter's parade on a traditional clothes.Well decorated horses. Have a great opportunities to take photos,filming day. Share unique culture of Altai Golden Eagle hunters. Share true story about eagle hunters. Meet the young generation of eagle huntress. Enjoy the folk ,traditional performance. You will see traditional dombra instrument player. You will see traditional sport games on horseback.You can see Kazakh traditional dance . Meet Eagle hunter Jenisbek. Visiting well-known and accomplished eagle hunter,sportsman and horse trainer. Have nice conversation with eagle hunters. He can share his special relationship with his Eagle.His Eagle's name is Tyrnek. Stay in a big,traditional,beautiful Kazakh Ger.
Day 4: Road Sagsai, Ulgii, Mongolia
Today is a beautiful day.Horse riding day for short distance with Eagle hunters.Spend a day on the mountain.Stay in a traditional Kazakhger .
Day 5: Dayan Lake, Mongolia
Today drive to Dayan Lake.Dayan Lake includes to Altai Tavan Bogd National Park.It takes 200km.Dusting road. Dayan Lake is the most beautiful lake in Mongolia . Visiting Altai Nomads.An animal herder moves sheep,goat,camels,yaks near the snow peak. Taste traditional food. Meet friendly local people. Traveling to Dayan lake is a perfect destination,no touristic spot.Spectacular view of wild nature ,huge space and peaceful Dayan lake area.You can see birdwatching ,such as swan. Around Dayan lake you will visit Kazakh Nomads as many as possible. They herd animals such as sheep,goat,camel and more yaks. Today you will share Nomadic experiences. You can learn how to make fresh,yak cheese.In the evening you can see that all the Kazakh ladies milking many yaks every day.Share authentic experiences of Nomads. Stay in a traditional Kazakh Ger.
Day 6: Dayan Lake, Mongolia
Today we drive to see Dayan Lake and Har lake (Dark lake) It takes 17km..Also you can see wonderful waterfall,river Tasotkel.Nice ,soft walking around lakes.It is the most pure,fresh ,crystal water lakes.It is the lake for fishing.Also nice ,soft hiking in the forest.You can see one of the most highest peak OndrKhayirhan 3900m. Dayan lake belongs to Altai National Park. National Park includes unique attractions ,lush forests ,valleys,snow capped mountains.You will do outdoor activity.It is the best lake ,river for fishing. Every single night enjoy the view of Galaxy. Stay in a traditional Ger.
Day 7: Dayan Lake, Mongolia to Bayan-Ölgii, Mongolia
Today we drive back to Bayan Olgii. Enjoy the view of scenery landscape. It takes 200km.You will have a beautiful city tour.You will go to visit sightseeing monument Friendship.Go to local bazaar.Have a great dinner in Pammukale restaurant. Stay in a hotel.
Day 8: Bayan-Ölgii, Mongolia to Khovd, Mongolia
Today drive to Hovd.200km.Nice ,pave road.Have nice picnic around Tolba lake. Drive to Hovd small city.In Hovd i want to introduce you with throat singer.Share unique culture of Mongolian throat singer. Stay in hotel.
Day 9: Khovd, Mongolia to Mongol Els, Mongolia
Today drive to Chandman village.It takes 160km from Hovd city.Half of road is pave road.Then left road is dusting road. Next to the Chandman village begins Mongol Els Gobi desert. Mongol Els National Park includes Gobi desert.Mongol Els Gobi desert is the largest gobi desert in Mongolia.It is the breathtaking landscapes of Mongolia.It has unique attractions ,Wonder of Nature.In one spot you can see snow capped mountains,the most beautiful ,salty lake Durgun.Durgun lakes strong waves and surrounded by Sand dunez waves.Sand dunez singing. Enjoy the view of Sunset on the top of sand dunez.You will see camel caravan.Camel riding on sand dunez.You will have great opportunities to take photos.Camping day.
Day 10: Mongol Els, Mongolia to Khovd, Mongolia
Today is back driving day to Hovd small city.160km.Drive 5 or 6 hours. Stay in Hotel.
Day 11: Khovd, Mongolia to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Today is transfer day to the airport in Hovd.Flight day to Ulaanbaatar.Thank you very much.Safe flight.
What's included
The trip begins from Hovd and ends in Hovd.I include here 3meals per day.Drinking water,Coffee,tea.Ger to stay.Homestay.Hotel in Hovd city. Hotel in Olgii city.Horse riding.Camel. Petrol,Driver.Guide.Chef. Two Jeep.One Russian Van.
I exclude here.Trip in Ulaanbaatar.Hotel in Ulaanbaatar.Restaurant in Ulaanbaatar. Domestic flights tickets.
What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Khovd, Mongolia to Bayan-Ölgii, Mongolia