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Eco TourMongolia is home to over 400 species of birds. Mongolia has a rich composition of bird species due to the migration routes from Pacific and Indian Oceans to the Mediterranean Sea and to the Arctic Ocean and northern tundra. The best seasons to visit are the migration times. In the Gobi you may see the desert warbler, houbara bustard, saxaul sparrow, sand goose, finch, cinereous vulture and many more. In the steppes: the gray demoiselle crane, a variety of hoopoes, odd eagle, vulture, upland buzzard, steppe eagle, variety of falcons including saker falcon, black kite and variety of owls and hawks. In the mountains: ptarmigan, finch, woodpecker, owl, Lammergeyers, Altai snowcock. In the Lakes: Dalmtian pelicans, hooded cranes, relict gulls and bar headed geese. Among most popular places for above-mentioned birds in Mongolia are Ugii Lake, Orkhon waterfall and Hugnu khan National park. These areas are the best spot to see forest, steppe and water birds. The Essentials - Length of tour: 10 days
- Group size: 3-15 people, plus tour guide
- Tour cost: 3-5 pax 6 and more pax
- Accomodatrion: Hotels- 2 nights (twin share) for this tour we will be using 3-4 star hotels. Mongolian Ger- 7 nights (shared)
- Meals: 3 meals per day
- Schedule 2019: June 20 – June 30, July 15- July 25, August 10-August 20
Itinerary Day 1 Arrive in Mongolia After arriving in Ulaanbaatar, You'll be greeted at the airport and escorted to your hotel. City sightseeing tour including a visit Gandan Monastery with its huge gold plated Buddha, a symbol of Mongolian national pride and cultural revival. See the monks chanting, spin some prayer wheels and view the intricately embroidered thanks. In the afternoon visit to the bird exhibitions hall at the Natural History Museum. Dinner and overnight in the hotel. Day 2 Drive to Hustai national park and Bird watching After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Hustai National Park and see the Takhi, the Asian wild horse and bird watching. Enjoy hiking and photographing the charming landscape and bird watching. Visit Takhi's small museum and overnight in tourist camp. Day 3 Drive to Ugii Lake After breakfast, we will drive to Ugii Lake - a great spot for water bird watching. Overnight tourist ger camp.
Day 4-5 Bird watching days 2 full days bird watching in Ugii Lake. You have opportunity to walk to the lakeside & mountain for exploring, taking pictures, enjoy wildlife, flora & fauna of the lake area. Overnight tourist ger camp.
Day 6 Erdene-Zuu, the oldest Monastery Today make a trip to the Orkhon Waterfall situated in Hangai Mountain National park. Water falls from height of 20 meters and the width of the stream at the point where forms the spectacular waterfall is 10 meters. It is great opportunity to bird watching to the area along the Orkhon river. On the way we visit the site of Karakorum, which was the capital city of Great Mongol Empire founded in the 13th century by Genghis Khan. You will also visit the oldest Monastery Erdene-Zuu built in 1586, with 108 stupas. Overnight tourist ger camp. Day 7 Bird watching and Relax Today is yours to explore and discover the Orkhon waterfall – a great spot for bird watching and fishing. We will also visit a local horsemen family. Free horseback trial. There we have an opportunity to experience their way of life, their culture and traditions. Play national games and overnight in tourist camp.
Day 8 Bird watching Depart overland to Hugnu khan National park which is a unique area combining of forest and sand dunes. The area is the best spot to see forest and steppe birds. Overnight tourist ger camp.
Day 9 Drive back to Ulaanbaatar and city tour options Drive back from the camp to Ulaanbaatar. You may choose an optional city tour where you will be taken to souvenir and cashmere shops before enjoying an evening concert of National Folklore. A farewell dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Day 10 After breakfast at the Hotel it time to Departure. Our guide and driver will deliver you at the “Mongolian Railway” train station or Airport for departure to your country.
What’s included - All transportation as specified in the itinerary.
- Meals
- Excellent English-speaking local guide
- Comfortable well located tourist class hotels and Ger camps
What’s not included - Visa fees
- Vaccinations
- Tipping
- Insurance
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