Bek Travel guests Horse Trekking in West Mongolia

Day 01 — Fly to Ölgii & Into the Altai Mountains 

Take a morning flight from Ulaanbaatar to Ölgii (flight included).

Upon arrival, meet your expedition team and begin a scenic 5-hour overland drive into the Altai Mountains toward the lake region. Cross vast steppe landscapes before arriving at a Kazakh eagle hunter’s summer camp in Shar Gobi.

Settle into traditional gers and enjoy your first evening immersed in nomadic life.

Accommodation: Traditional Yurts

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 02 — Learn the Art of Eagle Hunting

Ride toward the snow-capped peaks of the Altai and experience the centuries-old tradition of golden eagle hunting. Learn the fundamentals of eagle handling and observe hunting techniques. Ride alongside the hunter as you witness this remarkable partnership between human and bird.

In the evening, participate in the traditional “Five Fingers Feast” (Besbarmak) with your host family.

Accommodation: Traditional Yurts

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03 — Horseback Ride to Khar Lake 

Begin your multi-day horseback expedition from Shar Gobi toward Khar Lake summer pasture. Ride across rolling valleys and open grasslands where herds graze freely. Overnight in nomadic yurts or expedition tents depending on location and conditions.

Accommodation: Yurts / Camping Tents

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 04 — Ride to Dayan Lake 

Continue riding through pristine alpine landscapes to the turquoise waters of Dayan Lake. Snow peaks reflect in the clear waters as migratory birds circle above. Camp near the lakeshore.

Accommodation: Camping Tents

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 05 — Khoton Lake & Ancient Balbal Stones 

Ride onward to breathtaking Khoton Lake within Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. Discover ancient Turkic balbal stones and burial mounds scattered across the steppe. Arrive at our nomadic base camp where hot showers await.

Accommodation: Yurts

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 06 — Baga Turgen Waterfall & Lakeside Ride 

Ride along the forested shores of Khoton and Khurgan lakes. Take a detour to the Baga Turgen Waterfall, which cascades down from the glaciers of the Chinese border. Spend the afternoon visiting local families and witnessing the rhythms of lakeside nomadic life.

Accommodation: Traditional Yurts

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 07 — Return to Ölgii & Farewell Dinner 

After a final breakfast by the lake, we transfer by vehicle back to Ölgii (approx. 6 hours). In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with traditional throat singing and a Kazakh folk performance.

Accommodation: Hotel in Ölgii

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 08 — Fly Back to Ulaanbaatar 

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly back to Ulaanbaatar. End of the expedition.

Meals: Breakfast