HIKING TO KHAGIIN KHAR LAKE IN KHAN KHENTII NATIONAL PARK

Tour code: MN-57
Seasons to be arranged: June-November
Duration: 13 nights & 14 days
Number of travelers: Available for solo traveler, 2-4 people, group max of 20 people
Tour grade: Intermediate and hiking ability and experience is required
Total distance: 400 km by jeep, 50 km by hiking and trekking
Activity: 6 days hiking & trekking meeting with nomads
Specially advised to pack: Hiking good shoes, waterproof shoes, rain coat, wind protection coat, warm socks, sun glasses and sun hat, binocular, mosquito repellent crème, your favorite delicacies

Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar city
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar city, Meeting assistance upon arrival by Blue Mongolia Tour agency representative and transfer to Hotel with 3 stars. Free time to adjust for time difference, Stay in hotel with 3 stars

Day 2: Terelj National Park – Aryabala meditation temple -
Today you will travel to countryside area, In the morning by 9 a.m head to Terelj National Park, This park comprises splendid mountain ranges, pristine water river and caves and wonderful green meadow with edelweiss, Explore ovoo-pile of stones for nature worshipping, cave, small mining research hole, Turtle shaped original giant rock, After lunch visit to local horse breeder's family-Ger, After lunch time you will visit to Aryabala Buddhist meditation temple, Do the meditation, drive to ger tourist camp near princess temple ruins, Stay in ger tourist camp

Day 3: Hiking to Baruun Bayan River - Zuugiin Rashaan Spring
Today we will leave our vehicles behind and mount luggage on backs of horses and start hiking travel along the Baruun bayan river area, After 7-8 hours later reach Zuugiin rashaan cold spring, Pitch the camp on this site and bon- fire, app.20-21 km for trekking, Stay in outdoor tent camp

Day 4: Khonog Tolgoi- Khabirgiin davaa- Khag Khongoriin Belchir
After breakfast continue the hiking and passing by Khonog tolgoi hill, head to Khabirgiin davaa, which is one of the highest mountain cross in Khan Khentii park, At the base of the hill we will cross a wide open plain meadow, which is always very wet in summer days. This forestry and hilly area is very rich with flora and fauna such as musk deer, moose, brown beer and roe deer and wild pigs and wolves. Watch and taking photos of lovely birds such as whooper swans, spoonbills, raptors and ducks.. app. 20-21 km trekking, pitch camp near Khag khongoriin belcher area, Stay in outdoor tent camp

Day 5: Hiking to Khagiin Khar Lake
Breakfast, Continue hiking trip to Khagiin Khar lake, In the afternoon we will reach the lake area, the place is picturesque and attractive landscape with hills, forests, clear water lake and sandy beaches on lakeshore, Free time, Stay in tent camp at the lakeshore

Day 6: Acclimatization day at the lake
Today is full day free time at the lake and on high plain of Khentii mountain ranges. Bon fire and stay in outdoor tent camp

Day 7: Khag Khongoriin belcher- Khabirgiin Davaa- Zuugiin Rashaan spring
Today we will return back to ger tourist camp, where the vehicles and drivers are left behind. 7-8 hours hiking and trekking, Stay in tent camp

Day 8: Baruun Bayan River basin – Terelj valley
In the morning early start the trekking trip to Terelj river valley and passing along the Baruun Bayan river, Arrival at the camp and free time.

Day 9: Chinggis Khan Statue – Ulaanbaatar city
Breakfast, Drive to Chinggis Khan Massive Statue on Tsonjin Boldog hill, where Chinggis Khan found golden whip one the way traveling to Khereid tribe, who were living in present location of Ulaanbaatar, Drive to Ulaanbaatar city, Transfer to hotel, Friendship Monument on Zaisan hill, Visit to Mongolian Last King's Palace Museum, where are displayed unique art works by Mongolian artists, After lunch you will have free time, Farewell dinner is arranged, Stay in hotel

Day 10: Departure
Breakfast, Check-out at the hotel before 12.00 noon, Blue Mongolia Tour guide and driver will see you at the hotel lobby and Make a Transfer to the airport/ train station, Departure

The tour itinerary is subject to be changed at the traveler's request and requirements.

Tour Price
Solo Traveler: 2500USD
Per Person for group of 2 people: 2100USD
Per Person for group of 3-4 people: 1900USD
Per Person for group of 5-9 people: 1800USD

Above mentioned price is average amount to give you an idea. The exact amount is varied for everyone depending on number of travelers and service type including how many stars hotels you want to stay in, double or single occupancy you would prefer, what kind of additional service /such as visa support/ is required and so on...

Discount conditions:
• If group is bigger than 16 people: 16 +1pax free of charge
• For Family trip, children 0-9 years old are free of charge

This price INCLUDES:
Transfer to/from airport/hotel, Private transport with driver during the trip including petrol cost, Accommodation at 3 stars hotels in Ulaanbaatar, Accommodations in Ger tourist camps in countryside, Everyday 3 times meals, English speaking tour guide, Entrance fees to protected areas, Entrance fees to sightseeing and museums and cultural shows, Horse riding fee, Daily supply of mineral water - 0.5L bottle of water per day, invitation letter arrangements for Mongolian tourist visa issue, service fees and government tax.

This price DOES NOT INCLUDE:
International air flight round trip, Travel insurance, medical insurance , Fee for Visa obtaining, Alcoholic beverages, Additional services, Fee for extra luggage, Personal expenses such as IDD call, internet using, laundry, any charge for major force beyond of our control such as the imposition of quarantine restrictions, weather bad conditions, changes of arrival/departure flights, poor roads conditions, etc.

Please, Note:
1. The maximum weight of loaded luggage for domestic flight and vehicle is 10 kg, hand luggage 5 kg. For overweight, each kg will be charged in 1.5USD. Extra luggage can be stored free at hotels in Ulaanbaatar.
2. Hotels in Ulaanbaatar city reserved on double occupancy, and in countryside all Ger styled tourist camps are based on double or triple occupancy.
3. Check-in at hotels is at 12:00m/Check-out at hotels is at 12:00m.

!!! Tour itinerary and price may be subject to change.

The duration of the above trip can be prolonged or changed to suit your needs.

Please, make your reservations at your earliest convenience.