In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationAsia / Mongolia
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AgeFrom 16 - 70 years
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CO₂-Emissions686.16 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Embark on a unique, self-guided horseback adventure in the heart of Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, in the Khentii Mountains, the historical cradle of Chinggis Khaan. This wild and unspoiled region immerses you in the authentic pastoral nomadic life , paced by the movements of herds of yaks and horses . Each day is an immersion in landscapes of endless steppes , wooded valleys, and larch forests , far from civilization.
This hike is also an invitation to birdwatching: cranes, birds of prey , and other iconic birds find refuge here, making this region a paradise for ornithology enthusiasts. The highlight of this trek is the arrival at the glacial lake Khagiin Khar , a true gem nestled in a verdant setting, promising an unforgettable stop.
Without a support vehicle, you'll enjoy a fully immersive experience, guided by the rhythm of the horse and the convivial atmosphere of the bivouacs. A timeless adventure , to be lived intensely amidst the breathtaking horizontal expanse of Mongolia's vast landscapes.
The highlights
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Professional support from a local French-speaking guide and equestrian guide
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A cultural welcome among nomadic families who raise horses, sheep and yaks
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Arrival at the glacial lake Khagiin Khar nestled between pristine forests and mountains
Photos
Sport
Level
Horseback riding
The expert's opinion
The horse can be held and guided by our equestrian guide.
In figures
Horseback riding
- Average duration/day: 4h30
- Average daily elevation gain: 157 m
- Average daily descent: 169 m
Management
Over 25 years of experience as a French-speaking equestrian guide.
1 local riding guide / 3 clients
Program
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Departure for an equestrian adventure in Terelj National Park
- Transportation Minibus - 02h30 - 80km
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Meet in Ulaanbaatar at 9:00 AM (our driver and guide will pick you up at your preferred address). Transfer to the village of Terelj, located in the national park of the same name (approximately 80 km northeast of the Mongolian capital). Say goodbye to our driver. You will be met by our horseback guides and begin your adventure ride.
Our equipment will be carried by our packhorses for the entire duration of our trek. Our team will delight you with local cuisine, enhanced by fresh produce brought back from Ulaanbaatar. The daily distances of our horseback rides vary between 25 km and 30 km. Our first full-scale bivouac will be after the Sambar ford.
Day 1 -
Ride towards the Khavirga Pass
- Transportation Plane - 06h - 1400km
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We will ride towards the Khavirga pass. Overnight at the foot of the southern slope of the pass.
Day 2 -
Khongor River
- Transportation Minibus - 05h - 150km
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 850 m
- Negative elevation 350 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After the Khavirga pass, our horseback riding journey continues. Night spent on the banks of the beautiful Khongor river.
Day 3 -
A day at Khagiin Khar Lake
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Rest day at Khagiin Khar lake. Horseback riding departure possible in the afternoon for the next bivouac depending on the weather and trail conditions.
Day 4 -
Khagiin Khar Lake
- Transportation Minibus - 05h - 150km
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Negative elevation 600 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Horseback riding to Khagiin Khar Lake. This magnificent glacial lake is located at an altitude of 1800m in a larch forest. Overnight stay by the lake.
Day 5 -
Return to Terelj via the Khavirga Valley or the nearby valley
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 100 m
- Negative elevation 100 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Ride back to the village of Terelj. Overnight camping in the Khavirga valley.
Day 6 -
Nomadic encounter in Bumbat Khajuu
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
A visit to nomadic families in their hospitable yurts. End of our horseback riding and our last bivouac at Bumbat Khajuu.
Day 7 -
Back to Ulaanbaatar
- Transportation Minibus - 02h30 - 80km
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
In the morning, we'll enjoy an approximately one-hour horseback ride, say goodbye to our riding guides, and return to Ulaanbaatar by bus, accompanied by our driver and/or our guide-interpreter. Our tour concludes upon arrival in the city.
Day 8
Note
For safety reasons or in the event of unforeseen circumstances (inclement weather, road conditions, changes in transport schedules, etc.), our team may need to adapt the program or itinerary. Some stages may also be completed in a different order. We make every effort to ensure your stay runs smoothly, whatever the circumstances. Thank you for your understanding!
Accommodation
Camping table, chair and dishes.
Individual sleeping kit: inflatable mattress, sleeping bag and wool blanket.
Cool nights in the low season (May and October: 0-10 degrees Celsius at night).
Access
The duration of the journey depends on road traffic.
Go to the starting point
An international flight from Europe via Istanbul with Turkish Airlines is recommended. Airfares increase in July and August, so please book well in advance.
Private parking on site can be reserved in advance.
Price details
The price includes
- The price on site for full board in Ulaanbaatar/Ulaanbaatar throughout the stay
- the supervisor
- logistics
- transfers
The price does not include
- international round-trip flights and international airport taxes
- visa fees if needed
- repatriation assistance and individual insurance
- personal equipment
- any costs due to flight delays or cancellations
- any costs due to lost checked baggage by plane
- Excess baggage fees on the plane: 20 kg maximum per passenger for international flights and 15 kg (= checked bag + hand bag) for domestic flights
- tips
- personal expenses (approximately 150 euros per person)
- all expenses not included in the program
- the group's pharmacy
- the tour and hotel in town for the day extra
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- riding helmet
- saddle and bridle
- saddlebag for carrying equipment by packhorses
- portable shower with shelter tent
- tent with permanent awning (2-3 person capacity)
- lightweight foam mattress
- wool blanket
- sleeping bag
- large mess tent for group evening meals
- tableware and camping equipment
- camping table and stools
- shelter tent for dry toilets in bivouac
Equipment to bring
Individual bivouac equipment to be carried by the client:
- sleeping bag
- 1 large soft bag 60 L (duffel bag: ideal for pack animals and in the hold)
- 1 small 30L hiking backpack for the day
- large 100L rubbish bags
- Freezer bags with zip closure (ideal: for airplanes, 18 cm x 20 cm)
- 2 water bottles (1 L minimum each)
- Micropur® tablets for treating drinking water while camping
- Cereal bars or dried fruit: optional
- copies of your passport, plane tickets and insurance documents
- a pouch to wear around your neck or on your belt for your documents
- headlamp or torch (preferably a dynamo model without batteries)
- sewing kit
- Sterillium® type antiseptic hand rinsing solution
- plastic container (ideal: Tupperware® type for showering and laundry while camping)
- toiletry kit
- toilet paper, biodegradable wipes, biodegradable soap (non-liquid), toilet paper towel, etc.
- binoculars: optional
- Polaroid camera: optional
- Personal pharmacy (ESSENTIAL)
- Kits: earplugs, Labello lip balm, mosquito repellent, foot blister treatment, etc.
Clothing to bring
- hiking shoes and clothing
- riding boots, gloves and gaiters
- hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Light shoes or sandals for the river crossing or for the evening
- long-sleeved shirt
- swimsuit
- Weather protection: cold (snow possible: in May and/or September!), wind, rain, sun, sand...
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