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Reindeer Tribe Tour Mongolia Taiga and Tsaatan Culture

By Brave New Mongolia
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 27,162 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 12d
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Overview

Journey into the northern taiga to meet Mongolia’s reindeer herding Tsaatan community.

This rare cultural experience takes you deep into forested landscapes where reindeer are central to daily life.

The journey involves a combination of driving and trekking, offering both adventure and meaningful cultural connection.

One of the most unique experiences available in Mongolia.

Activity location

  • Kharkhorin
    • Kharkhorin, Mongolia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • KHANBURGEDEI Monpolymet
    • 14220, Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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Reindeer Tribe Tour Mongolia Taiga and Tsaatan Culture
  • Activity duration is 12 days12d
    12d
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
RM 27,162.31 x 1 AdultRM 27,162.31
Total
Price is RM 27,162.31
Until Wed, 15 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    All entrance fees to the destinations and experiences outlined in your itinerary are fully included.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses (drinks, alcohol, laundry, souvenirs).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal travel and medical insurance are not included.

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Kharkhorin

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Kharkhorin.

Kharkhorin

  • 3h
Travel west from Ulaanbaatar to Kharkhorin, the former capital of the Mongol Empire. Visit the famous Erdenezuu Monastery and the Kharkhorin Museum to explore Mongolia’s rich historical and spiritual heritage.

Day 2: Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake.

Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur National Park

  • 4h
Travel through central Mongolia’s scenic valleys, stopping at Taikhar Chuluu, a sacred stone surrounded by legends. Continue through the dramatic Chuluut Valley before reaching the serene Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake.

Day 3: Murun

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Murun.

Murun

  • 5h
Begin the long, scenic journey north to Murun, the main town of Khuvsgul Province.

Day 4: Tsagaannuur

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Tsagaannuur.

Cagaannuur

  • 5h
Continue deeper north toward Tsagaan Nuur, the gateway to the Tsaatan reindeer herders. Remote landscapes and forested mountain roads mark your arrival to the Taiga borderlands.

Day 5: Taiga

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Taiga.

Cagaannuur

  • 8h
Begin your ride into the Taiga, traveling by horseback to reach the remote camps of the Tsaatan reindeer herders. Spend the day meeting families, learning about their lifestyle, and experiencing reindeer culture firsthand.

Day 6: Tsagaannuur

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Tsagaannuur

Cagaannuur

  • 8h
Say goodbye to the reindeer families and ride back to Tsagaan Nuur. Rest, recover, enjoy hot meals, and take time to appreciate the dramatic Taiga scenery.

Day 7: Khuvsgul Lake

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Khuvsgul Lake.

Khuvsgul Lake

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Travel south to the beautiful shoreline of Khuvsgul Lake. Check into your ger accommodation and enjoy a peaceful evening by Mongolia’s largest freshwater lake.

Day 8: Khuvsgul Lake

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Khuvsgul Lake.

Khuvsgul Lake

  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
A relaxing day at Mongolia’s most iconic lake. Guests can walk, photograph, kayak or simply enjoy the quiet beauty of the area.

Day 9: Uran Togoo Extinct Volcano

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Uran Togoo Extinct Volcano.

Uran Togoo Dead Volcano

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Journey west toward the extinct volcanic crater Uran Togoo, a protected natural monument surrounded by forested hills.

Day 10: Amarbayasgalant Monastery

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Amarbayasgalant Monastery.

Amarbayasgalant Monastery

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Continue to one of Mongolia’s most beautiful monasteries, Amarbaysgalant, known for its classical architecture and peaceful surroundings.

Day 11: Terelj National Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in a traditional ger camp in Terelj National Park.

Gorkhi Terelj National Park

  • 3h
Drive from Amarbaysgalant Monastery toward Terelj National Park, crossing central Mongolia’s open landscapes.

Day 12: Chinggis Khan Statue & Back to Ulaanbaatar

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Not included

Genghis Khan Statue Complex

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast, explore Terelj National Park, visiting Turtle Rock, Aryabal Meditation Temple, and the Cave of the Thousand Monks. Continue to the Chinggis Khan Statue Complex, the world’s largest equestrian statue, standing 40 meters tall and offering panoramic views from the top. After lunch, enjoy a performance at Hun Theatre at 5:00 PM, located at Sky Resort. This unique ger-style venue showcases traditional Mongolian music, throat singing, dance, and storytelling, offering an immersive cultural experience. After the performance, drive to Ulaanbaatar and enjoy dinner.

Location

Activity location

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    Kharkhorin
    • Kharkhorin, Mongolia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    KHANBURGEDEI Monpolymet
    • 14220, Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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