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Horseback sledding

It is a good experience an extraordinary way of travel with Mongolian horses. We offer special horseback sledge trips in Khuvsgul region when the weather and snow conditions allow. We will spend several days in sledding in the valleys and visiting its nomadic families around Khuvsgul lake. Marvel at the contrast between the ice valley and snowy mountains of the Khuvsgul.

Khuvsgul is a unique area of unsurpassed geographical and human diversity, with forest and lakelands populated by over 4 distinct ethnic groups. Horses are deeply embedded within Mongolia's culture; they are an indication of a man's wealth. The pace of life is governed by the speed of the horse and horses are woven into Mongolian song, verse and history.

Tour Duration: 11 days

Number of travelers: maximum group size 16, individual travelers available
Accommodation: hotel in Ulaanbaatar, tourist camp in countryside
Car: Russian minivan
Total distance: 2000km
Destination(s): Khuvsgul national park.

Activity: Horse sledding, meeting with nomads, and experiencing the  unique culture and traditions of Mongolians.


 

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Day 1 Arrival in Ulaanbaatar.

Day 2 Transfer to airport for flight to Murun.

Day 3 Drive to Khatgal.

Day 4 Begin to horse sled

Day 5 Horseback sledding day

Day 6 Horseback sledding day

Day 7 Horseback sledding day

Day 8 Horseback sledding day

Day 9 Drive to Murun

Day 10 Flight back to Ulaanbaatar

Day 11 Departure

Day 1 Arrive in Ulaanbaatar.
Guests will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel. After short rest enjoy a city sightseeing tour.  Dine out tonight at one of the best restaurants of Ulaanbaatar. Night in Hotel.

Day 2 Transfer to airport for flight to Murun. You will meet support team in the airport. Night in tourist camp.

Day 3 Drive to Khatgal.

Day 4 Begin to horse sled

Day 5 Horse back sledding day

Day 6 Horse back sledding day

Day 7 Horse back sledding day

Day 8 Horse back sledding day

Day 9 Drive to Murun

Day 10 Return flight to Ulaanbaatar

Day 11 Departure




Transportation: Travel within the countryside is by Russian or imported 4X4 vehicles on dirt tracks. Supporting team consists of an interpreter/guide, driver/mechanic, a cook and local guides (who take care of the horses)

Accommodation: In Ulaanbaatar guests will stay in hotel and in the countryside guests will stay in ger.

Ger is a traditional dwelling which has stood the test of time being an ideal accommodation for nomadic way of life, easily assembled when dismantled takes up small space. A ger consists of felt covers, wooden columns and poles and lattice wall part.

Food: During your stay in cities and towns, you are served with standard European meals for your breakfast, lunch and supper. In the countryside, you have mostly very good Mongolian standard meals (some say Russian styled) where you stay.


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Price per person
2-3 people 2000€
4-6 people 1700€

 

Prices exclude:

  • All international transportations  including international flights and  related taxes
  • Visa fees
  • Insurances
  • Tipping
  • Expenses of personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, extra bed etc.

Prices include:

  • All local transportations including domestic flights where specified
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Services of a guide, a cook
  • Entrance fees to museums, national parks, concerts etc.
  • Horse and camel riding costs where specified as planned activities

Ulaanbatar

Exchange rate / Mongolian Tugrik (MNT)

Currency Rate
U.S. Dollar USD 1315
Euro EUR 1642
Japanese Yen JPY 16.32
British Pound GBP 2030
Russian Rouble RUB 40.50