7-DAY Altai Tavan Bogd Mountain Eagle Hunters
A 7-day adventure in western Mongolia exploring the Altai Mountains, Tsambagarav peak, Tsenkher Cave, and Tavan Bogd National Park while experiencing Kazakh eagle hunter culture, ancient petroglyphs, horseback riding, and remote alpine wilderness.
Key info
Overview
Altai Tavan Bogd Mountain Eagle Hunters is a moderate adventure journey into the remote landscapes of western Mongolia, where dramatic mountain scenery meets rich nomadic culture. This tour takes travelers deep into the Altai Mountains, home to Mongolia’s highest peaks, ancient petroglyphs, and vast alpine valleys.A key highlight is the authentic experience of meeting Kazakh eagle hunters, one of the last communities in the world to practice hunting with golden eagles. Combined with horseback riding, camping in pristine wilderness, and cultural encounters with nomadic families, this journey offers a unique blend of nature, history, and living traditions.Designed for travelers seeking both exploration and cultural immersion, this tour reveals the wild beauty and heritage of Mongolia’s far west.
The package includes:
- Meals as noted in itinerary (Breakfast-B, Lunch-L, Dinner-D)
- English speaking guide
- Accommodations as noted in the itinerary
- Bottled or filtered water 2servings per day
- All ground transportation, including airport transfers
- All sightseeing, events, and visits as noted in the itinerary
- All entrance fees, service charges, and standard taxes
- Domestic flights
The package excludes:
- Travel Insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Round trip airfare and en-route expenses to/from your trip in Mongolia
- Passport and visa fees
- Increase in VAT or other tourism taxes, which may occur at any time
- Excess baggage charges, departure fees, and airport taxes
- Personal expenses and incidentals, such as phone calls, internet, and laundry
- Trip cancellation, travel delay, and baggage loss insurance
- Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control
- Gratuities for trip leaders, local guides, drivers, porters, and other staff
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, you will be met by the professional Juulchin World Tours team and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and take some time to rest before the adventure into western Mongolia begins.
Accommodation: 4 Star Hotel
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, take an early morning flight to Khovd. From Khovd, drive approximately 90 km through the vast grasslands of Mankhany Tal to reach Tsenkher Cave, located along the Tsenkher River. The cave reaches around 20 meters in depth and is known for evidence of human habitation dating back at least 12,000 years. Tsenkher Cave is particularly notable for its ancient rock paintings, where figures of ibex, buffalo, ostrich, and elephants can be recognized. After exploring the cave, return to Khovd town, located in the basin of the Buyant River. Khovd is home to a fascinating mixture of ethnic groups and cultures. Continue with a city tour and visit the local museum before settling in for the evening.
Accommodation: Local Hotel
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
After breakfast, drive towards Tsambagarav Uul, one of the impressive high mountains of the western Altai. At an elevation of 4,202 meters, its snow-capped peak creates a spectacular backdrop as you travel through the surrounding landscape. Continue to the magnificent Namarjiin Valley, where you will spend the night surrounded by the peaceful scenery of the Altai Mountains. Horse riding is available as an optional activity. Later, settle into your Ger Camp near Tolbo Lake and enjoy the tranquility of the open landscape.
Accommodation: Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Today, continue towards the Oigor River, where the entrance to Tavan Bogd National Park is located. Along the way, visit the remarkable petroglyphs of Tsagaan Salaa. Stretching approximately 15 km, this archaeological site contains more than 10,000 petroglyphs dating from the Neolithic Period and Bronze Age. Many of the ancient images depict people herding and hunting wild animals, providing a glimpse into the transition from ancient hunter-gatherer communities to early livestock-breeding societies. The Tsagaan Salaa petroglyphs form part of the Petroglyphic Complexes of the Mongolian Altai, which was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011. Continue to the national park ranger's gate and set up camp for the night.
Accommodation: Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance Covered: Approximately 180 km
After breakfast, begin a 16 km horseback ride towards the base camp located inside Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. The park takes its name from the five highest peaks of Mongolia, situated within the Altai Mountain range near the meeting point of Mongolia, Kazakhstan, China, and Russia. Tavan Bogd means “Holy Five”, referring to its five snow-capped peaks. Among them is Mount Khuiten, the highest peak in Mongolia, reaching 4,356 meters above sea level. After reaching the base camp, spend time taking in the dramatic mountain scenery before returning to the campsite at the national park gate later in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Rise early and begin the journey towards Ulgii. Along the way, visit a local nomadic Kazakh family. Kazakhs are Mongolia's largest ethnic minority group and have preserved their own language, traditions, and cultural heritage. One of their most distinctive traditions is the use of golden eagles for hunting wild animals. During your visit, meet a Kazakh eagle hunter and learn about this centuries-old practice and its place within their traditional lifestyle. Enjoy lunch with the family before continuing to Ulgii. Upon arrival, settle into your accommodation and enjoy some time to refresh after the day's journey.
Accommodation: 4 Star Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance Covered: Approximately 180 km
After an early breakfast, take your flight back to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival, refresh yourself and take some time to gather strength after the journey through western Mongolia. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Mongolian cultural performance featuring traditional dance, song, and music. The evening concludes with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, providing a final opportunity to celebrate the memorable experiences of your journey through the Altai Mountains and western Mongolia.
Accommodation: 4 Star Hotel
Meals: Breakfast / Dinner
Distance Covered: Approximately 72 km by road
After breakfast, bid farewell to the Juulchin World Tours team and continue your journey by joining your Adventure Travel Cycling tour.
Meals: Breakfast
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