Zavkhan Desert Trek: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure
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Dates: August 5–17, 2025 
Duration: 13 days / 12 nights

Horse Riding Distance: 35–55 km per day (5–7 hours daily)

Riding Level: Suitable for intermediate and advanced riders 

What’s Included?
​ Airport shuttle service. Domestic flights between Ulaanbaatar and Uliastai (round trip). Car transport for your convenience. All meals and tent accommodations for the wilderness portion of your adventure. 10 days of horseback riding through Mongolia’s most stunning landscapes. 

Your Unforgettable Journey Awaits

Saddle up for an extraordinary trek through Mongolia’s Zavkhan Province, where vast deserts, pristine lakes, and majestic mountains create the perfect setting for an unforgettable horseback adventure
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Price: $5,350 (USD)
(Excludes personal expenses, insurance, and visa fees.)
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Make a Difference While You Ride
By joining this trek, you’ll be contributing to the Veloo Foundation. A portion of your fee supports their vital work providing care, education, and nourishment to Mongolia’s underprivileged children.

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Explore the Untouched Beauty of Zavkhan Province
An Exclusive Horse Trek in Western Mongolia

Your Gateway to the Wild West

Begin your journey with a 2-hour flight from Ulaanbaatar, covering over 1,000 km to Uliastai, the heart of Zavkhan Province. This sparsely populated region offers landscapes straight out of a dream: pristine lakes reflecting endless skies, rugged mountains with unique rock formations, and vast sand dunes teeming with wildlife. Cross this untouched terrain on horseback, tracing paths few have traveled and marveling at a starry night sky from our camp.

Trek Highlights
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• Dreamlike Landscapes: Ride past serene lakes, stunning rock formations, and untouched deserts.
• Exotic Wildlife: Spot wolf tracks and, with some luck, traces of elusive snow leopards.
• Nomadic Nights: Experience evenings under Mongolia's famed starlit skies.
• National Park Treasures: Explore Ulaagchiin Khar Lake and Bayan Lake, jewels of Zavkhan’s protected areas.
• Rejuvenation: End your trek with a revitalizing massage from one of the region’s top therapists.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Zavkhan

• Fly from Ulaanbaatar to Uliastai (2 hours).
• Drive 3 hours to the starting camp.

Days 2 – 5: Riding through High Altitudes

• Journey through breathtaking stone deserts and mountain passes over 2,800 m above sea level.
• Enjoy panoramic views and encounter extraordinary rock formations.

Days 6 – 9: Desert Lakes and Dunes

• Ride through deserts and rocky landscapes at 1,900 m.
• Discover the enchanting Ulaagchiin Khar and Bayan Lakes, nestled in a national park since 2010.
• Navigate golden sand dunes and pristine rivers.

Days 10 – 11: The Final Stretch

• Continue through majestic sand dunes and relax by small rivers.
• Conclude your trek with a therapeutic massage session, then return to Uliastai (3-hour drive).

Day 12: Return to Ulaanbaatar

• Fly back to the capital.

Day 13: Flexibility Day

• Reserved for potential flight changes. Optional programs including cultural, historical or shopping tours available if flights remain as scheduled.

Details You Need to KnowWhat’s Included?

• Domestic flights (Ulaanbaatar ↔ Uliastai)
• 10 days of horseback riding with expert Mongolian guides and a translator
• 3 daily meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages
• 1-night hotel stay in Uliastai

What’s Not Included?

• Personal expenses
• Visa fees
• Travel and trip cancellation insurance (strongly recommended)
• ​All accommodation in Ulaanbaatar
  
• Alcohol
  

Ride with PurposeBy booking this trek, you’re not just embarking on an extraordinary adventure—you’re giving back.
20% of all proceeds go to the Veloo Foundation, supporting Mongolia’s underprivileged children with essential care and education.

Important Notes

• The schedule is subject to change due to unpredictable Mongolian weather conditions.
• Flexibility and endurance are essential for this adventure.​

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Ready to experience the adventure of a lifetime? Book your trek today!

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