Wilds of Mongolia
Luxury Group Travel | 12 Days | Limited to 14 Guests
- Experience a traditional Naadam festival in a small rural village, where encounters are more intimate and immersive
- Enjoy the serenity of Mongolia’s deepest lake while exploring Khovsgol on foot, by kayak, and by vehicle
- Uncover the traditions of local nomads: the reindeer-herding Tsaatan people, camel herders of the Gobi, and nomads of the Yol Valley
- Spend nights under the stars in a beautifully arranged ger camp in the heart of the Gobi
- Connect with young Mongolians in the capital Ulaanbaatar to better glimpse the country’s alluring juxtaposition of old and new
This wide-ranging small group trip explores several of Mongolia’s most essential regions for a meaningful look at the country’s landscapes and rich culture. Begin in capital city Ulaanbaatar, visiting Buddhist temples and fascinating museums for insight into the country’s alluring past and pacific present. Switch gears with a flight to Lake Khovsgol, Central Asia’s deepest lake—aged 2-million-years-old. Here, you take a front-row seat amid the lively competitions and celebrations of a Naadam festival, experiencing first-hand the country’s proud cultural heritage. The adventure continues in the Gobi Desert, where in the company of your expert guide, you enjoy rare opportunities to search for dinosaur bones, commune with camel-herding nomads, and hear the call of the desert’s “singing sand dunes”.
Trip Overview
It's great that your staff knows the region and can respond to questions that go outside the usual guidebook knowledge.
– CONNIE D.Ishee was an excellent guide. His stories about his firsthand experience growing up in the Mongolian countryside, under Communist rule, made the country come alive for us. He was endlessly patient and did everything in his power to keep his guests happy.
– GARY S.
1 – 2
Get acquainted with Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia's capital, visiting its Buddhist temples and proud museums.
3 – 4
A flight whisks you to Khovsgol, a small community and gateway to Khovsgol Nuur National Park, undoubtedly one of the country's most scenic corners Travel to Hatgal village to experience a traditional Naadam festival, one of the country's most boisterous gatherings.
5 – 6
Spend time with a local Tsaatan family, nomadic reindeer herders deeply devoted to their traditional ways of life Explore Khovsgol on foot, by horseback, or kayak from the ease and comfort of your lakeside camp Return to Ulaanbaatar by flight.
7 – 9
Fly to the storied Gobi Desert where your comfortable ger camp lends spellbinding views of the vast surrounding desert Connect with a local camel herding family for a glimpse at their traditional life along the dunes Journey into the picturesque Yol Valley and share stories and a meal with a family of nomads.
10 – 11
Return to Ulaanbaatar Connect with a contemporary artist and an economist for a glimpse at how modernity and tradition combine in the capital Take an excursion to Khustai National Park where you might glimpse some of the area's singular wildlife, including golden eagles and ibex Depart for home.
Meet Your Leader
Ishee Battulga
Your trip leader, Ishbaljir Battulga, who goes by Ishee, has been winning the hearts of GeoEx guests with his charisma, depth of knowledge, and patient disposition for many years. Ishee comes from a nomadic family and grew up with his grandmother herding yaks and horse riding. He is a gifted storyteller who brings to life his experience growing up in the Mongolian countryside under Communist rule.
Dates & Prices
Dates
07/07/26 – 07/18/26 Led by Ishee Battulga
Pricing
Group Trip: From $11,650 per person
based on two travelers sharing a room
Inclusions
- Expertise of GeoEx’s travel specialists
- Services of GeoEx’s in-house air reservations team
- All accommodations
- All ground transportation and airport transfers
- Sightseeing, events, visits, and entrance fees
- Most meals
- Bottled water at included meals and while sightseeing
- Services of local guides, drivers, and other staff
- Some gratuities
- Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
A Journey Built Just For You
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