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MONGOLIA WINTER TOUR

7 DAYS – 6 NIGHTS (FROM $1600 )

Duration: 7 days 6 nights
Price from 1600 USD
Arrival on: Olgii
Group size: 1- 8
Destination: Altai Mountains
Difficulty: Moderate, Easy
Suitable age: 15-70

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Mongolia Winter Tour Highlights:

Altai Mountain is cold but incredibly beautiful to see
Horse riding: Winter in Mongolia – Altai Mountain
Discover Kazakh Eagle Hunters
Be part of Eagle Hunting
Fishing on the frozen rivers

OVERVIEW

Mongolian Winter

in Western Mongolia Winter Tour will be the most remarkable experience in your life, so be prepared. Mongolian Winter has for a six-month which is long and extremely cold. (November-April).

Ulaanbaatar is the coldest capital in the world, with an average temperature that is colder than Moscow. In the winter season, most of the national parks are not available to visit. It is not an easy chore to journey through Western Mongolia during the winter months, but it is truly worth it.

However, the Discover Altai team can offer you a unique experience where you can visit nomadic families and discover their way of living in the freezing cold. During the tour, we will visit the south entrance of the Altai Tavan Bogd National Park.

Mongolia Winter Tour

Low season in Mongolia winter tour offer you can experience horse trekking and explore the Sacred Mountain which is declared part of the UNESCO World Heritage.

You will also be able to visit a nomadic eagle hunter’s family and enjoy the hospitality of nomadic Kazakh people. Discover ancient traditions of nomads. A tour highlight includes ice fishing in Achit lake. The itinerary is absolutely flexible, feel free to contact us!

DAY 1: Arrive in Olgii.

Early in the morning our city guide will pick you up from your location and drop you off at the airport. You will take a three-hour flight to western Mongolia. At the local airport, you will be welcomed by our team. Including a driver, cook, and tour guide.

We will drive to the Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. Here you will meet the local Tuvan Tribe. Tuvan people have their own language and Shamanistic beliefs. Explore the nomadic way of living!

Accommodation: Stay overnight with the family

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Total drive: 6 hours more/less

DAY 2: Horse trekking

After having breakfast, we will go horse trekking up to the hill, where you can see the highest peak in Mongolia.

The trail to the base camp is blocked by deep snow. We will visit Sacred Mountain. The Shaman people in this area pray for this mountain and do their rituals. Horse riding is the most interesting and fun on this trip.

Explore a giant stone with ancient petroglyphs from the Bronze Age. The scientists from UNESCO researched this place and registered it as a World Heritage and named it the “Open Gallery Under Sky”. Enjoy your trekking.

Accommodation: Stay overnight with the family

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 3: Visit eagle hunter’s family

After having lunch, we will drive to the eagle hunter’s family. Nomadic Kazakh people have kept their traditions for thousands of years. There are over 200 active eagle hunters in the province. The main reason why our nomads can keep their traditions is because of the nomadic lifestyle.

To be an eagle hunter, you need an open space where you can train your eagle and hunt foxes. Explore more about eagle hunter’s cultures and enjoy the hospitality.

Accommodation: Stay overnight with the family

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 4: Winter Tours Real Hunting

Today you have an opportunity to be a part of real eagle hunting. First, you need to be dressed very warmly because it is always cold in the mountains and during the ride on horses. We hope you can witness how the eagle catches real animals in nature.

Also, feel free to take pictures and videos. If you want to take pictures of the eagle hunter in special poses, that is fine. At the end of the hunting, the eagle hunter will demonstrate how he trains his eagle.

The eagle will come from the hillside right to the eagle hunter’s arm when he calls. This will show you how good Mongolians at Eagle Hunting. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Altai Mountains. We will return to the family

Accommodation: Stay overnight with the family

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 5: Drive back to Olgii.

In the afternoon it is time to say goodbye to the eagle hunter’s family. Drive back to Olgii. On the way, explore the archaeological site where you can see the ancient Stone Man monuments. These belong to the Turkish empire which lived in central Asia in the IX-XII century.

When we return to Ulgii we can try to visit the famous throat singer Batsukh’s family. We hope he will be at home because sometimes he will be working. The Discover Altai Team is always trying to show you as many highlights as possible, even if it isn’t on the itinerary.

Upon arrival in Olgii, you will be transferred to the hotel. We will visit and do sightseeing around the town. We have dinner at a restaurant.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 6: Ice fishing.

Today, we will drive around two hours to the frozen Achit lake. The lake is frozen from November till May. We will make a meter-deep hole and start our fishing. Here we have graylings and Altai’s Osman fish.

Enjoy your ice fishing. We can also cook the fish right on the lake and have fresh fish for lunch. We will drive back to Olgii and have dinner at the restaurant.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in a hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 7: Mongolia Winter Tours Last Day

After having breakfast you will take a flight back to UB. At the airport, our city guide will pick you up and drop you off at your location of choice. End of the service. Thank you for coming!

Meals: Breakfast

Everything You Need To Know

Tour information

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During the trip, you will be supported by a local experienced team which is consisted of a local English-speaking tour guide, an experienced driver and vehicle, and an expedition cook. We take excellent care of our guests.

Backpack, headlight, winter boots, warm clothes, hat, gloves, towel, personal medicine, cream, power bank.

Mongolian winter will be cold and windy. So, during the winter tour, we recommend you pack extra clothes to be ready for all types of conditions.

We are equipped with sleeping bags and mattresses. During the tour, you will stay in a nomadic family’s wooden houses.

During the trip, we will be out of phone signal and electricity. Please let your family know about it, just to be sure they won’t be worried. We will have a signal in the province center.

Tour Price includes

All accommodation: nomadic homestay and hotel
Domestic flights, round trip
All transportation /+Fuel/
Local driver
English-speaking tour guide
Expedition cook Eat & Drink (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Bottled water and snacks)
All Camping & Cooking equipment
Stay at eagle hunter’s family
Invitation Letter for Visa
Pick-up and drop-off services
National Park permits and all fees during the trip.

Tour price excludes

International airfare
Personal needs
Alcohol drinks
Excess baggage fee (15 kg domestic flights )
Travel Insurance
Gratitude

Please Come & Enjoy the Best-planned Mongolian Adventure

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Tour Price & Scheduled dates:

Tour Price

1 PAX – 2300 USD p/p
2 PAX – 1800 USD p/p
+3 PAX – 1600 USD p/p

Cancellation Policy:

·        Cancellation more than two months fee would be 400 USD
·        Cancellation more than 45 days fee would be 500 USD
·        Cancellation less than a month before departure will 600 USD
·        And rest of the payments will be return back.

How to BOOK?

Confirm with our tour itinerary
Agree with terms and conditions
Set the tour departure date
Deposit 600 USD per person
Send us a copy of your passports

So, Ladies and Gentlemen! The Discover Altai team is looking forward to meeting you and providing unforgettable expeditions to this remote corner of the world!

If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Mongolia?

In summer time, weather-wise the best time to visit Mongolia is July. It is the warmest month with an average temperature of 20°C. There are however often rain showers. If you are planning on going to the Gobi Desert, it is better to visit in winter time when it is cold but dry. In wintertime, depending on the festivals you want to see, the best time is usually from November to January.

What is Mongolia like in winter?

Mongolia is a land of extremes and the winter is no exception. Temperatures can drop as low as -40 degrees Celsius (-40 Fahrenheit), so visitors need to be prepared for cold weather. However, winter is also a time when Mongolia’s natural beauty is at its most stunning, with the snow-covered landscape providing a picturesque backdrop. If you are planning on travelling to Mongolia in winter, make sure you have the proper gear to keep you warm and safe.

What should I wear in Mongolia in winter?

As Mongolia is a land of extremes, it is important to dress appropriately for the winter weather. Layering is key, as you will want to be able to add or remove layers as the temperature changes. Make sure to pack warm, waterproof boots and a heavy coat to keep you warm and dry. A hat and scarf are also essential, as is sunscreen, as the sun can be strong even during the winter months.

Is Mongolia friendly to tourists?

Yes, Mongolia is a very friendly and welcoming country to tourists. The Mongolian people are known for their hospitality, and you will likely find yourself invited into people’s homes and treated like family.