Tour To Tsaatan Reindeer Herder Nomads - 10 Days
About this tour
Tsaatan reindeer herders-is one of the last remaining group of nomads lives in Northern Mongolia. A visit to the Tsaatan community of reindeer herders is a fascinating experience. It is a rare chance to learn about a unique traditional way of life and a highlight of any trip to Northern Mongolia. You can stay with community and have the opportunity to volunteer for activities. Such as: reindeer milking and churning milk to be made into cheese. You will come away with a great appreciation for the remoteness and self-sufficiency of this tiny community.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Murun, Mongolia
Arrive to Ulaanbataar. Met at airport by local guide. Take to hotel for the night. Dinner and introduction to the City. Take to Money exchange for local currency. En route, visit the big Sukhbaatar Square, centre of the City. Overnight accommodation will be in a hotel. (L-D)
Day 2: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Khuvsgul, Mongolia
Take flight to Murun and explore Khuvsgul lake At Muru airport you will be met by one of our representatives: driver, English speaking tour guide, and cook. We will drive from airport to Khuvsgul lake which is the second most voluminous freshwater lakes in Asia. It is located in the northwest of Mongolia, near the Russian border, at the foot of the eastern Sayan mountains. 100 km driving on paved road to reach the lake and enjoy the spectacular view of the area. Overnight accommodation will be in a tent or wooden cabin. (L-D)
Day 3: Murun, Mongolia to Tugul, Mongolia
Drive to the Ulaan Uul village. After breakfast, we start driving to the Ulaan-Uul village, located 171km from northwest of Murun city. There are several rivers and mountain passes en route. Picnic lunch and many small stops for photographing. Overnight accommodation will be in a tent or wooden cabin. (B-L-D)
Day 4: Tugul, Mongolia to Gurvansaikhan, Mongolia
To Tsaagan Nuur village Early morning drive to Tsaagan Nuur village. Check in at the Army headquarters and show our passports and document permission for the Taiga region. Then we will meet the nomad family supply us with the horses, and reindeer to go to Tsaatan family. The Family truly enjoy meeting guests. We will eat homemade Mongolian traditional food and can drink mare’s milk, for those who would like to try this very Mongolian drink. Sleep in ger just like a Mongolian! Overnight accommodation will be in ger. (B-L-D)
Day 5: Gurvansaikhan, Mongolia
Horse or Reindeer riding to the Family Our staff will pack our gear (you need to sort out your unnecessary things and leave it to the car). Our driver will remain in the village with our supplies not needed for this part of the trip. We start riding to East Taiga (South Edge of Siberia). We need to ride for 7 hours including lunch break. Riding in the Taiga is exciting and challenging. If needed, we make sure you are will lead by very experienced guides. The scenery, mountains, streams, tundra area, is spectacular. There are many wild flowers, birds and if we are lucky, we will see wild red colored deer. When we arrive at the teepees of the reindeer families, you will be welcomed and made to feel at home. We will spend the next two days, experiencing Tsaatan life. Overnight accommodation will be in a teepee. (B-L-D)
Day 6: Gurvansaikhan, Mongolia
The magical Taiga Full day of rest. We experience Tsaatan/reindeer herder’s everyday life and can ride a reindeer and help with any chores, from milking. Cheese making and even trying to teach the children some Western games. Overnight accommodation will be in a teepee. (B-L-D)
Day 7: Gurvansaikhan, Mongolia
Start our riding back to Tsaagan Nuur. After 2 days of experiencing Tsaatan reindeer family’s life and wild untouched Taiga’s land, we say good bye our Mongolian family ride back to Tsaagan Nuur. Swim in the lake if warm. Overnight in Ger. (B-L-D).
Day 8: Gurvansaikhan, Mongolia to Murun, Mongolia
Drive back to Moron. There are several rivers and mountain passes en route. Picnic lunch and many small stops for photographing. Overnight accommodation will be in a hotel (B-L-D)
Day 9: Murun, Mongolia to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Farewell to Moron. After breakfast you will driven to the local airport with your guide for your return flight to Ulaanbaatar. (B).
Day 10: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Departure transfer Transfer to airport for your return flight home. (B)
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What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Murun, Mongolia