Arrival in Ulaanbaatar & Transfer to Terelj National Park

Ulaanbaatar - Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, guests will be warmly welcomed and transported to a lodge retreat in Terelj National Park. The itinerary includes a visit to the impressive Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue, the largest of its kind, followed by a delightful welcome dinner and an expedition briefing.

Fly to Murun & Drive to Tsagaan Nuur

Horseback Trek to the Taiga

Mongolia - Embark on a five to six-hour horseback journey through the taiga forests, navigating rivers and mountainous landscapes to reach the Tsaatan encampment. Upon arrival, guests will meet the reindeer herders and settle into their distinctive Ger accommodations, gaining firsthand experience of their lifestyle.

Living with the Tsaatan Tribe

Mongolia - Spend an entire day fully engaged in the daily activities of the reindeer herders. Participate in traditional tasks such as milking reindeer, herding, and crafting. Enjoy storytelling sessions and learn about their shamanistic beliefs, which have been preserved through generations.

Explore the Taiga Wilderness

Mongolia - Venture deeper into the dense taiga forests, a place rarely explored by outsiders. Observe wildlife such as elk, wolves, and rare bird species. Conclude the day around a campfire, listening to the captivating stories of the Tsaatan people under the clearest night skies.

Return Horseback Trek to Tsagaan Nuur

Drive to Lake Khövsgöl

Explore Lake Khövsgöl

Fly Back to Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar - Travel to Murun and board a domestic flight back to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival, enjoy leisure time for shopping or optional cultural experiences such as Mongolian calligraphy or a visit to the Bogd Khan Palace Museum. Conclude the journey with a farewell dinner featuring traditional Mongolian performances.

Departure

Ulaanbaatar - Savor a final breakfast before being transferred to the airport for international departure. For those with later flights, optional half-day city tours are available at an additional cost.

• Horseback riding through the taiga
• Domestic flights (Ulaanbaatar – Murun – Ulaanbaatar)
• 2 nights in a 4-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar
• Nomadic family visit and cultural exchange
• English-speaking local guide
• Private 4x4 transportation throughout the trip
• Shamanistic traditions and reindeer herding experience
• Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
• 7 nights in ger camps, local ger camp/lodges, and traditional Ger
• Entrance fees to all cultural sites and national parks
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Bottled water throughout the trip

• International flights to/from Ulaanbaatar
• Optional activities in Ulaanbaatar on Day 9
• Visa fees (if applicable)

Journey into the northernmost wilderness of Mongolia and immerse yourself in the unique and nomadic lifestyle of the Tsaatan reindeer herders, an indigenous group that has coexisted with their reindeer for generations. This extraordinary adventure takes participants on horseback through the untouched taiga forests, where the Dukha people continue to practice shamanism and depend on reindeer for their livelihood. During the journey, discover the unspoiled beauty of Lake Khövsgöl, known as Mongolia’s “Blue Pearl,” and hike through some of the country’s most remote and stunning landscapes.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.