ALTAI MOUNTAINS – AUTHENTIC HORSEBACK ADVENTURE 2025
/ per person
- 10 Days
- Turgen, Altai Mountains
- People
This 10-day horse trekking tour takes you through the stunning landscapes of Mongolia’s Altai Mountains. Start your adventure in Ulaangom, then journey through beautiful valleys, challenging mountain passes, and breathtaking lakes like the Blue Lake and Alpine lake.
You will learn horse riding, explore rugged terrains, and camp in remote areas surrounded by nature. Highlights include riding through the famous Erees Pass, crossing the white-water Khargait River, and discovering the peaceful valleys of Nariin Kherts and Khag.
This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience Mongolia’s wilderness, ride through stunning landscapes, and connect with nature in a truly unforgettable way.
What’s included:
- Accommodation: Ger camps and tented camps
- Guiding: Expert interpretation and navigation
- Meals: Full board with local and international cuisine
- Transport: 4×4 vehicles or minivans
- Entrance Fees: To protected areas and national parks
- Horse Guide and Horses: For an authentic horse trekking experience
- Camping Equipment: Provided for a comfortable outdoor stay
What’s not included:
- International Airfare: Arrange separately
- Personal Equipment: Bring your own gear
- Optional Activities: Additional costs outlined
- Excess Baggage Charges: Check airline policies
- Single Room Supplement: Available for an extra fee
- Alcoholic Drinks: Not included
- Travel Insurance: Highly recommended
Arrive in Ulaangom, where you will be warmly greeted. After a hearty breakfast in a traditional Mongolian yurt, meet your driver and host. Then, head to Yamaat Valley in the Kharkhiraa Turgen Mountains, where your camp awaits.
Spend the day learning the basics of horse riding, including how to saddle a horse and stay safe while riding. You’ll ride for 2-3 hours, getting comfortable with your horse for the days ahead.
Today, ride through the challenging Erees Pass, known for its 13 sharp turns. The rugged beauty of the pass, which was difficult even for camels in icy conditions last year, will take you on a thrilling adventure. Camp under the stars surrounded by rocks and canyons.
Ride up to Minjuurin Davaa pass and enjoy the views of the towering Kharkhiraa Turgen Mountains. Camp near Khokh Nuur (Blue Lake), where snow-capped peaks surround you, creating a stunning scene.
Ride to Bor Nuur, a beautiful glacier lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. This is the highest point of your horse trekking adventure. Camp by the lake in a peaceful wilderness setting.
Descend from the mountains, ride around the Kharkhiraa range, and camp in the quiet valley of Nariin Kherts. Enjoy the untouched beauty of the Altai Mountains.
Ride to the Khargait River, known for its strong white-water currents. Camp by the river, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of the Altai Mountains.
Ride into a rocky, sandy valley in Khag. Explore the diverse natural beauty of this part of the Altai Mountains.
Ride down to the foothills of the Kharkhiraa Turgen Mountains, passing through grasslands and desert landscapes. Reach the destination of Khaliun Bulag Boom, a scenic and peaceful spot in the Altai.
End your journey by riding through wide open spaces filled with desert views and grasslands. The final stop is Khovd river, where you can celebrate the end of your adventure in the heart of Mongolia’s beautiful wilderness.
