Horseback in heaven

OVERVIEW

The Khuisiin Naiman Nuur or Eight linked Lakes were formed by tectonic eruptions centuries ago and are a part of state nature reserve conservation program. Scenic lakes are accessible only on horseback or hiking from the northern and southern side. Eight lakes have names of Shireet, Mukhar, Khaliut, Bugat, Khaya, Duruu, Khuis, and Onon located 500 m to 3 km to each other apart each other.

Distance from Ulaanbaatar is 570 km on mixed road situation within the Uvurkhangai province on the site of Orkhon the legendary valley. Altitude at 2400 m sea level among the Khangai Mountain Range.

The area extremely beautiful surrounded by coniferous tree-covered mountains and the forest clearings have multitudes of wildflowers, is a famous horse-riding destination in central Mongolia.

Explore great places

ITINERARY

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At the arrival meet guide and transfer to the hotel**** to check in. Visit Gandan monastery compound, one of three Mongolian Buddhist institution and tallest indoor buddha statue blessing all direction. National Museum of Mongolia for an excellent overview of country’s history and culture and religion and explore Sukhbaatar square where the city zero point engraved. Overnight at hotel****. (D)

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Drive to Orkhon national park historical and legendary Orkhon valley entirely that registered in UNESCO as a world heritage site. The waterfall formed by combination volcanic eruption and earthquakes some 20000 years ago cascades down from height 27m. Hiking will be organized and preparation for the next days horse riding adventure. Overnight in Ger camp. (B+L+D)

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Situated in the middle of Khangai Mountain range, one of three mountain ranges in Mongolia. In the result of magmatic activities and volcanic eruptions those eight lakes created and this separate lakes connected each other through underground water veins. Horse trekking will start from today within the area of 11.500 hectares has been protected as national park since 1992.Tent camping will be at most beautiful scenery areas during the trip. Foods will be served as field kitchen. Bird watching swimming lake fishing boating activities available upon request in advance. Overnight in comfortable tent camping. (B+L+D)

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Drive to back to city by the arrival farewell dinner and shopping for Mongolian cashmere can organized. Overnight at hotel****. (B+L+D)

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Transfer to the airport. (B)

Services included

  • Hotel **** in Ulaanbaatar
  • Tent camping service
  • Eco Ger camp in countryside
  • Preferred language speaking tour guide
  • Horse keeper
  • Ox yak cart for loading transportation through out tour
  • All meals mentioned in the itinerary
  • All transportation
  • All entrance fees and taxes and tickets
  • Horse ride
  • A treat authentic barbecue and vodka
  • Travel drinking 1L bottled water per day

Services not included

  • International transportation
  • Personal horse riding equipment
  • Extra activities outside the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages and soda drinks
  • Single supplement occupancies
  • International travel insurance
  • Photography and video making taxes in the museum and sites and entertainment
  • Covid-19 related tests and services and quarantine and face mask costs when necessary
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Tour map

FAQ

If you would like to book this trip, please send us your request. A deposit of 20% of the total tour price is required to book and confirm this trip. The balance must be paid at least 30 days prior to departure.

Deposit:

We accept online payments with Master/Visa/AMEX cards only as a deposit to confirm the trip.

Balance payment:

You should pay the balance to us by wire transfer. Usually it takes 2-3 working days until payment reach in our account. Western Union is the fastest way to pay us. We can get your payment in a few minutes once you send the money. Cash payment is only accepted in exceptional cases.

You will stay in a good 4-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar. An upgrade is possible on request! During the excursion in the countryside, you will stay in Tourist Ger camps. Tourist Camp is a kind of hotel that serves customers with Ger (Yurt) instead of a hotel room and always located at the best viewing spot. It’s the most popular accommodation type for a countryside trip in Mongolia that consists of 30-40 Gers (Mongolian traditional yurt), a restaurant and some entertainment facilities. Most visitors happy to stay in Ger, which provide an authentic taste of Mongolian culture and adventure, their most enjoyable experience in Mongolia. More information and pictures: What is the Tourist camp?

During your trip in Mongolia, you will be served mainly European dishes and sometimes authentic Mongolian foods. Lunch and dinner consist of 3-4 courses (soup and/or salad, main course, dessert) and bottled water. If you require special meals due to religious, medical limitation and vegetarian food, please inform us so that arrangements can be made in advance.

Car: A good car is an important part of your comfort trip in Mongolia. There will be a good 4×4 car for this trip based on the number of people in your group.

Road: The asphalted roads are 40% and the unpaved roads are 60%. During the trip, it takes approximately 2-6 hours driving (80-280km) from one to next destination depending on road and weather condition on each driving day. But it is not nonstop drive! We can take a short stop frequently everywhere along the road for photographs, toilets, stretch and meet with local nomads.

1st best months: June, July and August. 2nd best months: May and September. More information: The Best time to visit Mongolia

Hiking boots and sandals, waterproof jacket, raincoat, umbrella, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, comfortable shoe, insect repellent, sunscreen, and prescription medication (if required). Gear: Camera, binoculars, flashlight and travel lamp. Some Tourist camps do not have 24-hour electricity. It is therefore recommended to bring your own travel lamp!