Winter Festivals Trek
Ice Festival - Reindeer Festival - 3 Day Sleigh Trek
February 28 - March 9, 2026
-Please Note -
Dates subject to slight change depending
on final Festivals Schedule
Similar dates in 2027
11 days/ 10 nights
Luxury ger camp , rustic hotel and authentic Tipi stays
$5625 USD
Check out this video of the 2025 trek!
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Day 1- Ulaanbaatar to Hatgal
Day 2 – Ice Festival on the Frozen "Blue Pearl"
Day 3 – Ice Festival & Exploration of Lake Khuvsgul
Day 4 – The Horse Chariot Expedition Begins
Day 5 – Into the Heart of the Frozen Wilderness
Day 6 – Completing the Chariot Expedition & Celebration Bonfire
Day 7 – Journey to the Reindeer People in the Taiga
Day 8 – Reindeer Festival at Tsagaan Nuur
Day 9 - Reindeer Festival at Tsagaan Nuur ( day two)
Day 10 – Journey to the Jargant River (The Miracle River)
Day 11 – Return to Ulaanbaatar
Trip Details & Inclusions
This all-inclusive 10-day adventure covers round-trip domestic flights to the Ice Festival, transport to the Reindeer Snow Festival (or Reindeer Camp, depending on the schedule), accommodations, meals, festival fees, and all activities.
What’s Included:
✔️ Round-trip domestic flights to the Ice Festival
✔️ All transport, including travel to the Reindeer Snow Festival or Reindeer Camp
✔️ Shared accommodations in:
◦ Leona Resort – a four-star retreat with heated gers, sauna, and fine dining
◦ Traditional ger camps and tipis for an authentic Mongolian experience
◦ Rustic motel in Tsagaan Nuur
✔️ Three-day horse-drawn ice chariot journey across frozen Lake Khovsgul
✔️ Reindeer riding (70 kg weight limit enforced)
✔️ Exclusive cultural experiences with the Tsaatan reindeer herders at their winter grounds
✔️ All meals during the adventure
✔️ Entry to all festivals and cultural experiences
Optional Upgrade: Private accommodations at Leona Resort may be available for an additional fee.
What’s Not Included:
✖ International flights
✖ Accommodation and meals in Ulaanbaatar (recommendations available)
Limited spots available! Reserve now for an unforgettable winter adventure.
Contact us today using the contact form at the top of the page for more details or to secure your place!
- Meet the expedition team
- Take a domestic flight to Murun, followed by a transfer to the shores of Lake Khuvsgul
- Check into Leona Resort, a four-star retreat featuring heated gers, a sauna, and fine dining
- Welcome dinner and trip briefing
Day 2 – Ice Festival on the Frozen "Blue Pearl"
- Travel to Hatgal for the Ice Festival on Lake Khuvsgul
- Experience horse chariot races, ice sculpting competitions, ice archery, skating, and cultural performances
- Explore traditional Mongolian winter games and local markets
- Return to Leona Resort for the evening
Day 3 – Ice Festival & Exploration of Lake Khuvsgul
- Spend a second day at the Ice Festival, taking part in additional events and competitions
- Optional horse sledding, dog sledding, and skating on the frozen lake
- Return to Leona Resort for a relaxing evening
Day 4 – The Horse Chariot Expedition Begins
- Begin the three-day one-horse open sleigh trek across Lake Khuvsgul
- Ride across the vast frozen lake, wrapped in thick furs for warmth
- Enjoy a hot gourmet lunch on the frozen lake
- Arrive at a remote wilderness ger camp, greeted by warm fires and a traditional meal
Day 5 – Into the Heart of the Frozen Wilderness
- Continue the horse chariot journey, venturing further into Mongolia’s frozen frontier
- Travel approximately 20 kilometers across the ice, following ancient nomadic routes
- Experience the silence and vastness of the untouched winter landscape
- Return to the ger camp for a festive evening with traditional Mongolian food, a glorious bonfire, singing and storytelling
Day 6 – Completing the Chariot Expedition & Celebration Bonfire
- Complete the final leg of the one-horse sleigh trek, heading back toward Hatgal
- Return to Leona Resort for a well-earned night of relaxation and an inviting sauna
Day 7 – Journey to the Reindeer People in the Taiga
- Depart early for the remote Tsaatan reindeer herders’ winter camp in the West Taiga
- Travel by four-wheel drive across the wild, open ice and through snow-covered landscapes
- Arrive at the reindeer herders’ settlement and settle into authentic Tsaatan tipis
- Learn about their ancient way of life, including how they care for and ride reindeer
- Spend time with these beautiful, friendly animals
Day 8 – Reindeer Festival at Tsagaan Nuur
- Spend the morning with local reindeer families and reindeer at their winter camp
- Travel to Tsagaan Nuur (20 km) for the Reindeer Festival
- Witness reindeer races, a reindeer parade, and cultural performances
- Spend time with the Tsaatan herders, learning about their traditions and customs
- Overnight in a rustic motel in the Taiga region
Day 9 - Reindeer Festival at Tsagaan Nuur ( day two)
- Enjoy traditional dance performances
- Option to ride a reindeer ( weight limit of 70 kg)
- Explore traditions and history of the reindeer people
- Experience an authentic dance party where the locals put on a show with their ballroom dancing skills
Day 10 – Journey to the Jargant River (The Miracle River)
- Drive through the snow-covered wilderness toward the Jargant River
- Experience the natural wonder of Mongolia’s only unfrozen river, even in extreme cold
- Take in the frost-covered trees and stunning winter scenery
- Continue back toward Hatgal across the frozen lake Khovsgul
- For those of you with skates - we will be stopping on the ice for a break and a chance for wild skating
- Return to Leona Resort for a final celebration dinner
Day 11 – Return to Ulaanbaatar
- Depart Leona Resort for Murun Airport
- Fly back to Ulaanbaatar
Trip Details & Inclusions
This all-inclusive 10-day adventure covers round-trip domestic flights to the Ice Festival, transport to the Reindeer Snow Festival (or Reindeer Camp, depending on the schedule), accommodations, meals, festival fees, and all activities.
What’s Included:
✔️ Round-trip domestic flights to the Ice Festival
✔️ All transport, including travel to the Reindeer Snow Festival or Reindeer Camp
✔️ Shared accommodations in:
◦ Leona Resort – a four-star retreat with heated gers, sauna, and fine dining
◦ Traditional ger camps and tipis for an authentic Mongolian experience
◦ Rustic motel in Tsagaan Nuur
✔️ Three-day horse-drawn ice chariot journey across frozen Lake Khovsgul
✔️ Reindeer riding (70 kg weight limit enforced)
✔️ Exclusive cultural experiences with the Tsaatan reindeer herders at their winter grounds
✔️ All meals during the adventure
✔️ Entry to all festivals and cultural experiences
Optional Upgrade: Private accommodations at Leona Resort may be available for an additional fee.
What’s Not Included:
✖ International flights
✖ Accommodation and meals in Ulaanbaatar (recommendations available)
Limited spots available! Reserve now for an unforgettable winter adventure.
Contact us today using the contact form at the top of the page for more details or to secure your place!
As always, Horse Trek Mongolia will donate 20% of the tariff from this trek to support Mongolian Childrens' Charities like Veloo Foundation's Children of the Peak Sanctuary Project. See www.veloofoundation.com for details
Please note that, as with all our treks, we will be proceeding into areas where medical coverage is sparse or non-existent and, in the event of an emergency your treatment may be delayed as a result.
Please note that, as with all our treks, we will be proceeding into areas where medical coverage is sparse or non-existent and, in the event of an emergency your treatment may be delayed as a result.