Horse Riding to Khagiin Khar Lake

Horseback trekking to Khagiin Khar Lake is a thrilling, unforgettable experience. The lake lies in the Khentii mountains, a remote and rugged region known for stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. Over several days you ride through forests, alpine meadows and mountain terrain to a crystal-clear glacial lake.

• Horse trekking in the taiga
• Khagiin Khar Lake — Black Pearl of the Great Taiga
• Camping & evening bonfires
• Aryabal Meditation Temple
• Chinggis Khan Statue
• Tumen Ekh cultural show

1. 01

   Day 1

   Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

   Upon arrival at the airport you are welcomed by your guide and transferred to the hotel. Depending on your arrival time, visit some city sights.

   Overnight:

   Hotel

2. 02

   Day 2

   Terelj National Park

   Drive to Terelj National Park. Arrive at the "Heaven Envoy" camp in Terelj National Park for lunch — a peaceful spot with a shamanic "world tree". In the afternoon, after half an hour of riding instruction, take a short horse ride to the Aryabal Meditation Temple near Turtle Rock — reached by 108 steps and surrounded by granite formations and edelweiss.

   Overnight:

   Ger camp

   Distance:

   55 km

3. 03

   Day 3

   Riding into the Khentii mountains

   Start the horseback journey towards Khagiin Khar Lake, the "Black Pearl of the Great Taiga", 180 km north-east of Ulaanbaatar at 1,817 m in the Khentii range. Ride into the high mountains enjoying the scenery, with a small bonfire party after dinner.

   Overnight:

   Tent

4. 04

   Day 4

   Through the taiga

   A second full day in the saddle through forests and alpine meadows towards the lake. Dinner and evening bonfire.

   Overnight:

   Tent

5. 05

   Day 5

   Khagiin Khar Lake

   Continue the ride along trails winding through rugged mountains with spectacular views. Reach the lake in the evening, explore on foot and enjoy the crystal-clear water. Dinner and evening bonfire.

   Overnight:

   Tent

6. 06

   Day 6

   A free day at the lake

   Enjoy the day as you wish. Photographers should get up early — the glacial lake is at its best in the morning mist and at sunset. Fishing is possible: the lake holds perch and lenok (Asiatic trout).

   Overnight:

   Tent

7. 07

   Day 7

   Ride back to Erdene soum

   Leave the lakeshore around 11:00, with two rests and a light lunch on the way. Around 19:00 we come down the mountain, where the cars are waiting. Dinner and a last bonfire.

   Overnight:

   Tent

8. 08

   Day 8

   Chinggis Khan Statue — Ulaanbaatar

   Return towards Ulaanbaatar. Visit the Statue of Chinggis Khan, the largest equestrian statue in the world (30 m high without its 10 m pedestal), with an observation deck on the horse's head. Legend says that young Temujin found a golden whip here in 1177 — a sign of success before he united the Mongols. The 36 columns at the base symbolise the 36 Khans who ruled after Chinggis Khan.

   Overnight:

   Hotel

9. 09

   Day 9

   Ulaanbaatar

   Visit the Chinggis Khan National Museum, the nation's largest, a short walk from Sukhbaatar Square. In the evening, a cultural performance by the Tumen Ekh ensemble — Mongolia's premier traditional group, with folk music, throat singing, dance and contortion.

   Overnight:

   Hotel

10. 10

    Day 10

    Departure

    After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight.

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