Exclusive shoots with eagle hunters, archers, and nomads.
Attend glorious Eagle festival
A once-in-a-lifetime photo adventure across wild nature.
Welcome to Mongolia! Whenever, your international flight lands in city airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in Ulaanbaatar.
Accommodation: Hotel 4*
Meals: not included this day.
Today, we head to a remote steppe location for an exclusive private photography session with 10–20 traditionally dressed archers on horseback. Capture the action as they gallop at full speed, shooting arrows at targets — a centuries-old skill dating back to Attila the Hun. This session offers fantastic opportunities for dynamic action shots, close-up portraits, and storytelling images that truly showcase Mongolian heritage.
Accommodation: Hotel 4*.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
At 9:00 AM, your guide and driver will pick you up for the trip to Mini Gobi (Elsen Tasarkhai). This unique landscape features sand dunes dotted with rare shrubs like willow, elm, and dogwood, as well as a small forest near a river. It’s a rare ecosystem where mountains, forests, steppes, and desert dunes converge, offering incredible photographic variety in one location.
In the late afternoon, capture the golden light on the dunes, and photograph camels silhouetted against the sand, creating dramatic and memorable compositions.
Accommodation: Tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
This morning, drive to Hustai National Park, home to the world’s last truly wild horses (Takhi). En route, visit a nomad family to experience traditional nomadic life and taste fresh dairy products, offering excellent opportunities for candid lifestyle and portrait photography.
Upon arrival at Hustai, explore the Ger information center, which provides insights into the Takhi and their natural habitat. After lunch at the tourist camp, take a short drive and walk through the park to photograph these majestic horses in the wild. With some luck, you may also capture roe deer, eagles, marmots, and other wildlife, adding variety to your nature and wildlife portfolio.
Accommodation: Tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
In the morning, take a flight to Ulgii town (~3 hours). Upon arrival, visit a local eagle hunter family for your first private photo session. Capture the traditional Kazakh eagle hunting practices, the majestic Golden Eagles, and the family’s daily life in the Altai mountains.
You will live alongside an authentic eagle hunter family for the 2 nights, providing unique opportunities for intimate lifestyle and portrait photography.
Accommodation: Eagle hunter family extra ger
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Spend the day immersed in Kazakh culture, learning about Golden Eagle training and family traditions. Capture stunning portraits of the eagle hunters and their eagles, livestock, and children at play.
Accommodation: Eagle hunter family extra ger
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
In the morning: Drive to Sayat small hill for spectacular festival photography.
Photo Highlights in 1st day of the festival:
• Capture the vibrant opening ceremony with parade of horseback riders and eagles.
• Take photos of the impressive eagle calling and landing on trainer’s arm from mountain top.
• Photograph the Uriankhai archery competition.
• Capture the colorful small camel race.
• Evening: Enjoy and photograph the Kazakh traditional concert at the local theater in Ulgii town.
• Accommodation: Local hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Local hotel or tourist Ger camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Today offers more dynamic photography opportunities:
• Action shots of eagle hunters dragging animal skins as they attempt to catch the "prey."
• Capture the traditional Kyz Kuar horseback racing game, especially the moments when girls catch boys or boys get whipped.
• Take photos of intense scenes during Push Cashy, fighting over the goat carcass.
• Photographs of the awards ceremony, showcasing proud trainers and their eagles.
Return to the Ger camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Local hotel or tourist Ger camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Today, we will return to Ulaanbaatar. If time allows, we will also visit local market to experience small town daily life. Upon land in UB, transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel 4*
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
As your memorable trip comes to end, then you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to your next destination or home.
Meal: Breakfast
Professional and knowledgeable tour guide
9 nights’ accommodation: 3 nights at 4 star hotel, 2 nights at Ensuite Tourist Ger camp and 4 nights at standard tourist Ger camp
All the meals as listed in the itinerary
All transfer & transports by comfortable coaches or cars + experienced driver
Internal flights: + included all tax
Extra weight allowance for each person on internal flights
All permits and entry fees
All model fees and model releases
All sightseeing and entrance fees are mentioned as program
Golden Eagle Festival tax
Complimentary 2 bottles of pure water per person per day
4% fee for credit card payments made online
Other services not mentioned in the itinerary
Hotel early check-in and late check-out
Tipping and other personal expenses
Most of our Mongolia tour packages include full-board meals — breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In Ulaanbaatar, lunches or dinners are served at popular local restaurants, giving you the opportunity to experience genuine Mongolian cuisine and the country’s unique dining culture. At tourist ger camps, lunches and dinners are pre-arranged and include 3–4 courses — soup and/or salad, main dish, dessert, and bottled water. If your itinerary includes stops at local roadside restaurants, you’ll be able to choose meals directly from the menu. In Ulaanbaatar, a wider range of cuisines — including Korean, Japanese, and Chinese dishes — is available upon request.
Special Diets: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals are available with advance notice.
Water and Drinks: Each guest receives two 0.5L bottles of water per day (or one 1.5L bottle upon request). Please note that alcoholic and soft drinks are not included in the tour package. 🔗 More details: [Mongolian Meals and Cuisine]
🏨 Accommodation
Guru Travel Mongolia carefully selects all accommodations based on our research, experience, and client feedback — ensuring a comfortable stay, quality service, and convenient locations.
In Ulaanbaatar: You’ll stay in centrally located 4-star or 5-star hotels (for private tours) or 3-star hotels (for group tours), chosen for comfort and accessibility.
In the Countryside: During your trip, you’ll stay in Tourist Ger Camps, Mongolia’s signature accommodation. Each camp features traditional Gers (yurts) with scenic surroundings.
👉 Learn more: [What is a Tourist Ger Camp?]
Private Tours: Most nights include ensuite tourist ger camps (private bathrooms), with a few nights at standard camps.
Group Tours: Stay in standard tourist ger camps offering the best available comfort for group travel. Ensuite options can be arranged for an additional cost.
Winter Tours
Mongolian tourism is seasonal — ger camps operate fully from May 15 to October 15. In winter, you’ll stay in local hotels or enjoy a nomadic family homestay for an authentic cultural experience. 🔗 See also: [Mongolia Hotels] | [Nomad Family Homestay]
🧭 Guides
We take pride in selecting only professional and knowledgeable tour guides who provide excellent service and a deep understanding of Mongolian nomadic life. All our guides are friendly, caring, and experienced, with 3 to 10 years of guiding experience. They know Mongolia like the back of their hand and are dedicated to making your journey meaningful and memorable.
🚙 Drivers & Transportation
Guru Travel Mongolia provides latest-model, air-conditioned 4WD vehicles and private vans for maximum comfort during your tour. Our experienced drivers have over 5 years of professional experience, ensuring safe, reliable, and enjoyable travel across Mongolia. Most tours are designed with 4x4 Japanese vans or SUVs to handle all road conditions. Read more here: [Mongolia Tour Drivers and Vehicles]
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