Mongolia expedition sample itinerary

Some possible expedition objectives are given below, please note these may alter between now and your expedition. The Expedition Program Manager for Mongolia will agree a suitable expedition itinerary for you, to best match the abilities and aspirations of your team.

Trekking
Teams can explore either the West or East of Khovsgul lake, both on horse and foot. To the East, teams can head for the village of Chamin Unde, exploring along the way the hot springs and hidden Buddhist caves. To the West, teams can explore the Darchard Valley, a remote area near the Russian border populated by nomadic families. Tsetserleg is regional capital of the Arkhangaiand and is one of Mongolia's most beautiful towns. From here teams can head South West and complete both foot and horse trekking. The scenery is hugely varied from open steppes to forests to meandering rivers. There is also the opportunity to summit the highest mountain in the Arkhangai region. Alternatively teams can head North West to the Terkhiin Tsagaan Nurr, also known as the Great White Lake, situated within the Korgo Terkhiin Tsagaan Nurr National Park. The Park is characterised by high mountains, an extinct volcano and protected wildlife.

Project
The majority of projects in Mongolia have excellent cultural exchange opportunities. Projects are currently run in cooperation with a number of orphanages based mainly in and around Ulaan Baatar. In addition, there are several countryside schools offering more physical work.

R&R
Teams may choose to spend time visiting monasteries or other places of cultural significance, all of which give an insight into the history of the people. This is also a great time to stock up on presents and souvenirs from Ulaan Baatar's famous black market. As teams currently fly via Beijing both on the inbound and outbound legs to Mongolia, they may also have the opportunity to spend a couple of days in the city, which normally includes a visit to the Great Wall of China.