Itinerary
On today, we will drive to the mountain called Uran Togoo which is an extinct volcano which is
another attractive destination of Northern Mongolia which located about 60kms from Bulgan city. The
area is situated in the Khutag-Undur district of Bulgan province. We will stay overnight in a
Mongolian ger. (Lunch and Dinner)
Another day of driving will finally bring us to the Lake Khuvsgul, the right place to enjoy the
well deserved rest after several days of driving. The Lake Khuvsgul located in the northwest of
Mongolia near the border to Russia. It is about 1100m above the sea level, 136 km long and 262 m
deep. It is the second most freshwater lake in Asia. The town of Khatgal is at the southern end of the
Lake. The lake is surrounded by several mountain ranges. The surface of the lake freezes over
completely in winter and the ice festival organized annually in early February which becoming quite
attractive event in winter tourism in Mongolia. Overnight in a house camp
Taiga, Tsaatan families, reindeer herders are the main attractions for tourists. Once we get to
the lake we have free time to wander around the lake and hiking around before the dinner will be
served.
We may do various activities such as swimming, hiking horseback riding. You may as well as laze
around by the vast blue expanse of the lake.
We will drive to Tsaatan (reindeer) family for experiencing the lifestyle of taiga forest people and get
back in the evening. If you want to hiking around the mountains, you will see the brilliant view of the
lake. In the evening we will have free time for taking photos and do some fishing there.
We will stay overnight in a mongolian traditional ger camp
From the lake to Arkhangai province by bus. Hiking and climbing to Khorgyn togoi /erupted
volcano/ Observing around from the top. Khorgo volcano surrounded by the khangai mountains. The
most area of national park is covered by peach forest. Khorgo volcano is situated at an altitude of
2210m, 200m wide, 100m deep. Lake Terkh is 16km wide 20 km long, 20m deep. The lake is
extremely beautifull with fresh water and rich species of fish and birds . It's really picturesque area
and amazing spot for taking photos. . And there is also a beautiful river besides the volcano. Terkhyn
tsagaan lake has a lot of stories. Overnight in a ger camp.
After a strong rain this magnificent seasonal waterfall, also called " ulaantsutgalan ", it's one
of the best attraction in central Mongolia . About 25m downstream from the waterfall and 22m deep.
The water doesn't run all year. And will only start to flow after the first good summer rain. Mid july
and august is the best time to see it. If it's not running, you could consider your travel schudele to
visit later in summer. But it's still gorgeous and nice area for camping and horseriding. We have
horsetrekking in the valley and stay in nomadic families ger guesthouse.
