8 Days Western Mongolia Tour
HIGHLIGHTS:
Explore the best of West Mongolia
⭐ Visit Tuvan families
⭐ Horseback ride to Tavan Bogd Camp
⭐ See Potanian Glacier up close
⭐ Hike Malchin Peak
⭐ Visit Kazakh Eagle hunter families
⭐ Traditional “Five Finger’s” ceremony
⭐ Yurt camp stay with shower access
⭐ Hike to Baga Turgen Waterfall
⭐ Burial mounds, stone men
⭐ Golden eagle demonstration
⭐ Fly a trained eagle onto your arm
⭐ Visit Khurgan Lake
⭐ Balbals & rock art at Khairakhti Valley
⭐ Cultural stop for Kazakh throat singing
⭐ Stay in gers & tents
⭐ Farewell dinner at Bek Travel’s hotel
… and more
Tour Dates
Contact us to plan your dates.
Tour Prices
Displayed Price is per person for a 2 person group. Domestic flights included.
Solo packages are extra. Group discounts available.
Contact us for details.
Key Info
👋 We will meet you at the Ölgii Airport.
✈️ You'll fly from Ulaanbattar to Ölgii. We'll book your domestic flights.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 01 — Arrive in Olgii & Visit Tuvan Families
Arrive in Olgii after lunch.
Drive west toward the Tavan Bogd Ranger Station.
Reach the area where the Tuvan tribe lives.
Visit Tuvan families and experience their culture.
Overnight in gers.
Day 02 — Ride to Base Camp & Potanian Glacier
Ride on horseback toward Tavan Bogd Base Camp.
Arrive after approx. 5 hours.
Explore Potanian Glacier and hike around the glacier area.
Overnight in tents.
Day 03 — Hike Malchin Peak (4 Countries Viewpoint)
Hike to the top of Malchin Peak.
Enjoy panoramic views of snow-capped mountains.
See the border convergence of 4 countries from the summit.
Return to Base Camp.
Overnight in tents.
Day 04 — Ride Back to Ranger Station
Ride horses back to the Ranger Station.
Relax and rest in the peaceful valley.
Overnight in gers.
Day 05 — Drive to Khoton & Khurgan Lakes
Drive to Khoton Khurgan Lakes.
Arrive at the Kazakh nomadic family (eagle hunter family).
Check into your yurt camp.
Enjoy a welcome Five Finger’s Ceremony.Overnight in yurts (showers available).
Day 06 — Baga Turgen Waterfall & Eagle Demonstration
Hike to Baga Turgen Waterfall.
Visit archaeological sites with ancient burial mounds & stone men.Return to camp and meet the eagle hunter.
Watch a golden eagle demonstration & learn winter hunting techniques.
Try flying the eagle to your arm.
Overnight in yurts.
Day 07 — Khurgan Lake, Balbals & Rock Art
Hike to Khurgan Lake and see balbals & burial mounds.
After lunch, drive to Khairakhti Valley to see ancient rock art.
Option to camp in tents by the lake or return to yurts.
Overnight in tents or yurts (your choice).
Day 08 — Drive to Olgii via Tsengel & Throat Singing
Drive back to Olgii via Tsengel village.Optional stop to listen to a local throat singer (if available).
Continue to Olgii.
Farewell dinner at Bek Travel’s Hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Day 09 — Departure Day
After breakfast, meet Bek Travel’s team for airport transfer.Drop-off at Olgii Airport or Khovd Airport depending on flight schedule.End of the tour.
What's Included?
Included
✈️ Flights
Return tickets between Ulaanbaatar & Olgii.
🚙 Transport
Airport transfers
4x4 Van
Driver
Fuel
🍽️ Meals
All meals in Western Mongolia
Vegan, Gluten free meals available
🙋🏼♂️Support Team
English speaking guide
Cook
Wranglers
🏠 Accommodations
All accommodations in Western Mongolia
All camping & cooking equipment
Toilet papers
📄 Permits, Activity Fees
Camels and Horses
Eagle hunter’s fees
Wearing traditional clothes and holding eagles on arms taking photos etc
Border area permits
National Park taxes
Other administrative costs
NOT Included
Anything in Ulaanbaatar.
What to Pack?
Passport – Bek Travel needs your passport copies before your arrival in Mongolia as they are needed to get border area patrol permits which we will prepare in advance. We will also need them to book the domestic flights.
Waterproof, well worn-in walking boots - Good quality, comfortable footwear is essential. Whatever you wear on your feet the most important thing is comfort. It is vital to ensure your boots are well worn in and lightweight. Ankle support and waterproof material is recommended but if you already have something comfortable with good grip on rocks then don’t go rushing out to buy new boots – you are better off with your well worn in pair!
Waterproof clothing - A plastic poncho or any kind of waterproof trousers and jackets are recommended. However a poncho will usually be sufficient if it covers your bag, body and most of your legs.
Plastic bags - to keep your belongings and clothes dry (wrap everything in plastic bags).
Small towel and basic personal toiletries - there would be opportunities for cold showers at the campsite so bring travel size shampoo and shower gel if you would like to use it, wet wipes for the rest of the trek is also recommended. You can of course get them in Olgii easily.
Warm cloth for night time - Fleece, long pants, woolen hat, gloves
Walking cloth in layers – e.g. zip off trousers, fleece, T-shirts
Personal medication and basic first aid kit - Bandaids, Imodium, Panadol, rehydration sachets, Just to know, our trek leader would bring first aid kid.
Torch (flash-light) - (Very Important) and spare batteries.
Sunscreen, sunglasses and sunhat
Mosquito repellent, Antiseptic hand gel
FAQs
Are there any additional costs?
No, There are no extra costs. We cover everything in the itinerary including meals, transportation, entertainment fees.
I am looking for different dates, Is it possible?
Yes we can plan a private tour for you. Please contact us to work it out.
Will there be vegetarian meal options?
Yes. We can provide vegetarian and vegan meals. Let us know your diet requirements and we ll plan it out for you.
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