Roam mongolia
DATES:
October 1-14/2027
Mongolia will always be one of my favorite destinations to return to. It has everything an adventurous soul could wish for — from infinite scenery and space to roam that your brain could not fully comprehend to the rich cultures that have stayed unchanged for centuries. I don’t think there is a better place in the world to disconnect from overwhelming modern reality and reconnect with yourself while creating new connections with the people you share this journey with. Together we will cross this beautiful country from the north to the east witnessing culture gradients and epic landscapes, ride horses, share stories by the fire in the canyons, and enjoy that wild feeling of a true adventure.
Your guide - Nick Bondarev.
Itinerary
Day 0.
Hotel in Ulan bator do you can rest after your flight and we are getting together for a dinner and introduction.
Day 1.
.Ulaanbaatar- White Stupa. Tsagaan Suvarga. 500km.( 5-6 hours drive) Explore the colourful cliffs and take short hike for sunset views. Take photos of the multi-coloured cliffs at sunset. Overnight in the tent. ( Lunch, dinner).
Day 2.
Drive southwest to Yol valley in Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park. 220 km. (4-5 h). After reaching Yoliin an valley you will park in a permitted area, go through a beautiful valley into the depths of a steep stone canyon, which almost does not receive the sun's rays, so it is always very cool in it. The hike lasts 2.5 to 3 hours on both sides. Spot wildlife like ibex, picas and bearded vultures ( Yol birds). Overnight in
the family ger camp.
Day 3.
Drive to Bayanzag/ Flaming Cliffs. 100 km(3-4 hours drive). Explore the red sandstone cliffs famous for dinosaur fossil discoveries. Visit to a palaeontology camp. Learn about Roy Chapman Andrew's expeditions in the 1920s. Take a short hike to photograph the blazing colours during golden hour. Overnight in the Tourist ger camp.
Day 4.
Drive to Khongor Sand Dunes. 180 km. 4-5 h. Visit local nomadic family. Watch sunset and sunrise of the Golden Gobi. Overnight in the family ger camp.
Day 5.
Extra day in Khongor Sand Dunes. Ride Bactrian camels to the Sand Dunes. Climbing to towering dunes ( up to 300 meters high) for incredible panoramic desert views. Sunrise and Sunset photography. Overnight in the family ger camp.
Day 6.
Drive to the Bayanlig village. Campfire in the Canyon. 350km 9-10 hours drive. Overnight in the tents.
Day 7.
Drive to the Bayandalai village of the Gobi Altai Province. Overnight in the tents. 250km 6-7 hours drive.
Day 8.
Biger village. Gobi- Altai province. Ulaan- Yavar Red Mountain. Campfire in the Canyon. More than 200km 5-6 hours drive. Overnight in the tents.
Day 9.
Khovd city. 550km 6-7 hours drive (half paved road). During sunset enjoy private performance of the Mongolian Throat Singer. Overnight at the Hotel. B.L.D.
Day 10.
Bayan- Ulgii. Altantogts village. Eagle hunters family. Sunset Photo shoots. Overnight in the Kazakh yurt or homestay. 220-250 km 4-5 hours drive.
Day 11.
Sunrise photography. Horse riding day. Overnight in the Kazakh yurt or homestay Eagle Hunters family. B.L.D.
Day 12.
Drive to the Bayannuur village and back to Ulgii. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 13.
After breakfast transfer to the airport. Fly to Ulaanbaatar.
Pictures from previous expeditions
Participation cost: $4900
Price included:
• 4×4 transport
• Support team ( driver; local guide, cook);
• 3 meals per day;
• Camping and kitchen equipment (tents, sleeping bags, matts);
• 13 nights accommodation;
• Camel riding;
• Horse riding;
• Drinking water;
• National park fees;
• Domestic flights from Ulgii to Ulaanbaatar.
Price excluded:
• International flights;
• Accommodations and all meals in Ulaanbaatar;
• Travel insurance;
• Visa, extra hotel charges;
• Alcohol drinks;
• Personal needs.
What to bring:
• Waterproof hiking boots;
• Waterproof clothes;
• Warm clothes;
• Walking clothes;
• Personal medication;
• Flashlight;
• Power bank.
• Sleeping bag liner ( we provide you warm camel woollen sleeping bag but for your
personal hygiene we recommend you bring sleeping bag liner).
• Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat;
REINEDEER PEOPLE
We are currently working on optional extension of this expedition to present you with an opportunity to visit Tsaatan tribe (or Reindeer people). Stay tuned, updates are coming.
Time to get you on board!