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Why Blue Wolf?
The legend of the origins of the Mongolian people tells of a union in the heavens between a wild deer and a blue wolf whose progeny because the ancestors of Genghis khan or ( to use the Mongolian version) Chinggis Khan. His spirit animal was said to be the Blue Wolf and the spirit or totem of the Blue Wolf still calls to Mongolians and speaks to higher level of excellence, to the heart of exploration and conquest and to peace and reverence of Nature.
Our goal is to live the spirit of Mongolia as we experience all that Mongolia has to offer as people have been doing here for millennia...on horseback.
The legend of the origins of the Mongolian people tells of a union in the heavens between a wild deer and a blue wolf whose progeny because the ancestors of Genghis khan or ( to use the Mongolian version) Chinggis Khan. His spirit animal was said to be the Blue Wolf and the spirit or totem of the Blue Wolf still calls to Mongolians and speaks to higher level of excellence, to the heart of exploration and conquest and to peace and reverence of Nature.
Our goal is to live the spirit of Mongolia as we experience all that Mongolia has to offer as people have been doing here for millennia...on horseback.
This 600 km charity horseback expedition will raise funds to help Veloo Foundation, a 501 (c)3 not for profit in the US and Registered Canadian Charity, provide food, warmth and education for hundreds of Mongolian children who, along with their families, scavenge to survive .
Day 1 & 2 - Pick up from hotel in Ulaanbaatar and transport to Murun in Khovsgul Province ( car). Overnight in a hotel in Murun.
Day 3 - Car transport to start of ride - National Park
Dary 4 -15 Horse riding!!
Day 16 - Exploring Kharkhorin & the museum and historical sites. A chance to hold an eagle, try a traditional costume and see the oldest working Monastery in Mongolia. Afternoon off to Hustai National Park ( Camel riding on the way!) to overnight there
Day 17 - Early rising to see the Takhi ( Przwalski Horses) - a truly wonderful and magical morning. Car trip back to Ulaanbaatar to the hotel of your choice.
Day 3 - Car transport to start of ride - National Park
Dary 4 -15 Horse riding!!
Day 16 - Exploring Kharkhorin & the museum and historical sites. A chance to hold an eagle, try a traditional costume and see the oldest working Monastery in Mongolia. Afternoon off to Hustai National Park ( Camel riding on the way!) to overnight there
Day 17 - Early rising to see the Takhi ( Przwalski Horses) - a truly wonderful and magical morning. Car trip back to Ulaanbaatar to the hotel of your choice.
#RideLikeChinggis
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15 Days tracing 600 km of the path of the record setting 2022 Blue Wolf Totem Expedition
You will start in a stunning national park on the banks of the Delgermurun River and ride wild through a unique desert landscape to myriad of other cultural, historical or natural sites. The route has been planned and scoped out with care and a focus not just on the famed historical and cultural sites that abound, but also on the lesser known markers of the history of human development that dot this wild land. Whether we are riding to ancient Deer Stones standing solid and alone in the midst of the steppe and harkening back to a time before the clans were united or visiting Kharkhorin, the ancient capital city of Mongolia from the time of Chinggis Khan and home of the oldest working monastery in Mongolia, we will be experiencing the fullness of the real Mongolia. It is going to be an adventure that nearly defies description!
You can expect desert nights draped with stars, remote and secret monasteries, famed prehistoric deer stones and burial sites and wild, high desolate wilderness refuges.
You will cover between 40 to 50 kilometres a day depending on what there is in the neighbourhood that merits investigation.. Our horses are some of the best on the planet and both the horses and our whole team are well prepared for this epic adventure by years of being part of the Gobi Gallop, which, at 700 kms is the longest annual charity horseback ride on the planet. The horses welfare is very important to us and so we will be editing the route and kilometres to suit should it be necessary.
You will start in a stunning national park on the banks of the Delgermurun River and ride wild through a unique desert landscape to myriad of other cultural, historical or natural sites. The route has been planned and scoped out with care and a focus not just on the famed historical and cultural sites that abound, but also on the lesser known markers of the history of human development that dot this wild land. Whether we are riding to ancient Deer Stones standing solid and alone in the midst of the steppe and harkening back to a time before the clans were united or visiting Kharkhorin, the ancient capital city of Mongolia from the time of Chinggis Khan and home of the oldest working monastery in Mongolia, we will be experiencing the fullness of the real Mongolia. It is going to be an adventure that nearly defies description!
You can expect desert nights draped with stars, remote and secret monasteries, famed prehistoric deer stones and burial sites and wild, high desolate wilderness refuges.
You will cover between 40 to 50 kilometres a day depending on what there is in the neighbourhood that merits investigation.. Our horses are some of the best on the planet and both the horses and our whole team are well prepared for this epic adventure by years of being part of the Gobi Gallop, which, at 700 kms is the longest annual charity horseback ride on the planet. The horses welfare is very important to us and so we will be editing the route and kilometres to suit should it be necessary.
Mongolia looks something like this...
Terrain includes river crossings, bog, brush riding, and forest riding – including sometimes steep terrain both up and down and, of course, miles of Mongolian steppe. Most days will include 6-10 hours of riding with 3 or 4 rest breaks. Evenings will include loads of star gazing, chatting around the fire (when we can build one) enjoying a cup of tea or a glass or red if you prefer.
Included are: return airport transfers, return transport to the beginning and from the end of the ride, horses, tack, guides, translators, special permissions, park & event entrances, accommodation (primarily single accommodation in tent / group accommodation in gers), all food, snacks, tea, coffee and water. Alcohol extra.
Please note that, as with all our treks, we will be proceeding into areas where medical coverage is sparse or non-existent and while we will have an experienced and qualified doctor along with us, it is possible that in the event of an emergency your treatment may be delayed as a result of circumstances beyond our control. You will be required to carry medical insurance covering air and ambulance extraction from the site of injury and medical evacuation out of Mongolia if necessary.
Included are: return airport transfers, return transport to the beginning and from the end of the ride, horses, tack, guides, translators, special permissions, park & event entrances, accommodation (primarily single accommodation in tent / group accommodation in gers), all food, snacks, tea, coffee and water. Alcohol extra.
Please note that, as with all our treks, we will be proceeding into areas where medical coverage is sparse or non-existent and while we will have an experienced and qualified doctor along with us, it is possible that in the event of an emergency your treatment may be delayed as a result of circumstances beyond our control. You will be required to carry medical insurance covering air and ambulance extraction from the site of injury and medical evacuation out of Mongolia if necessary.
* Please note that the route is subject to change without notice for any reason deemed reasonable by Horse Trek Mongolia Staff.