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Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Mongolia with this exclusive 7-day private tour, centered around the renowned Golden Eagle Festival in Bayan-Ölgii. Witness up to 80 Kazakh eagle hunters showcase their skills in a breathtaking competition set against the stunning Altai Mountains. Experience local traditions by visiting a Kazakh eagle hunter's family, holding a trained eagle, and savoring authentic Kazakh cuisine. With comfortable ger camp accommodations and expert English-speaking guides, this tour is perfect for culture enthusiasts and photographers alike who seek an authentic experience in Mongolia's wild west.
- Two full days of front-row access at the Golden Eagle Festival
- Enjoy traditional Kazakh meals and cultural exchanges with local families
- Travel in comfort with a private guide and domestic flights included
- Explore breathtaking landscapes like the Altai Mountains and Khar-Us Lake
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
PICKUP DETAILS:
AIRPORT ARRIVALS:
We will meet you at the arrivals hall of Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) holding a sign with your name and the Maralgoo Dreamland Travel logo. Your private driver and English-speaking guide will assist with your luggage and transfer you directly to your 4-star hotel in central Ulaanbaatar. Pickup is included in the tour price.
HOTEL PICKUPS:
For all subsequent days, we will pick you up directly from your hotel lobby. Please be ready at the agreed time. If you are staying at a hotel not listed in the options, please share your address during booking — we cover all hotels in Ulaanbaatar city center at no extra cost.
TIMING:
For airport pickup, please make sure you have provided us with your flight details (airline, flight number, arrival time) at least 48 hours before arrival. We track your flight in case of delays — no extra charge for waiting time.
IMPORTANT:
After clearing customs and collecting your luggage, please exit through the main arrivals hall. Look for the Maralgoo Dreamland Travel sign on the right side of the exit.
LUGGAGE:
The vehicles can accommodate up to 2 large suitcases per traveler. If you have excess luggage, please inform us in advance.
Meet your guide at Sükhbaatar (Chinggis) Square, by the Chinggis Khaan statue in front of the Government Palace.
Itinerary
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1Khovd
Meet your guide at Ölgii Airport and transfer to your hotel. After lunch, explore Ölgii: the colorful local bazaar, the Museum of Bayan-Ölgii, and the town's Kazakh mosque. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner featuring traditional Kazakh cuisine.
1 day • Admission ticket free -
2Khovd
Watch the opening parade of eagle hunters in traditional fur and embroidered dress, followed by the eagle calling competition and the spectacular eagle's call dive, where trained golden eagles descend to their masters at full speed Upon arrival in Khovd, board a private 4WD vehicle and drive to the sacred Three Caves (Gurvan Sekheert), a fascinating rock formation set into dramatic cliffs that has been a spiritual site for nomadic travelers for centuries. Continue 110 kilometers westward through the changing landscape with a picnic lunch served en route. The journey leads to the shores of Khar-Us Lake, one of Central Asia's most important freshwater wetlands and home to migrating birds and rare wildlife. Here you can stretch your legs, walk along the lakeshore, and take in the vast Western Mongolian sky. After exploring the lake, drive another 70 kilometers to Chonon Bolboo Ger Camp, a comfortable riverside tourist ger camp where dinner is served around the fire under the open sky.
1 day • Admission ticket free -
3Khovd
The festival continues with Kokpar, a fierce horseback tug-of-war over a goat hide, the Kyz Kuar "girl chase" race, Tiyn Teru coin-picking at full gallop, and camel racing, before the closing awards ceremony honors the year's best eagle hunters.
1 day • Admission ticket free -
4Bayan-Olgii Province
Drive about an hour into the Sagsai valley to spend the day with a Kazakh eagle hunter's family. Learn how golden eagles are trained in a 4,000-year-old tradition recognized by UNESCO, watch a private hunting demonstration in the mountains, and share home-cooked meals in the family ger.
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Bayan-Olgii Province
Head out on a full-day excursion toward the snow-capped Tsambagarav massif. Stop to meet nomadic families along the way and take short hikes with dramatic glacier views before returning to Ölgii for a farewell dinner. Watch Kokpar, the spectacular horseback tug-of-war played with a goat skin between teams of mounted riders. See Kyz Kuar, the traditional Kazakh women's chase game where horsewomen pursue and try to overtake male riders. Witness Tiyin Teru, the breathtaking coin-grabbing contest performed at full gallop, where riders must lean from the saddle to snatch coins from the ground while their horses race past. The day culminates in the closing ceremonies as the top eagle hunters are honored with medals on a podium beneath the five raised national flags. You will see the masters of this ancient art receive recognition from their community and international guests.
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
Bayan-Olgii Province (Pass by)
After breakfast, transfer to Ölgii Airport for your onward flight.
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar — Welcome to Mongolia
Fly West to Khovd — Three Caves and Khar-Us Lake
Golden Eagle Festival – Final Day
A Day with an Eagle Hunter Family
Tsambagarav Mountain National Park
Departure from Ölgii
Additional info
- 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
- Not recommended for travelers with severe respiratory conditions due to cold weather and high altitude in western Mongolia
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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