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Mongolia Golden Eagle Festival Tour 2026, 2027

Why choose our tour

  • Marvel at the Dramatic Scenery of Terelj National Park

  • Opportunity to attend spring Eagle Festival and take breathtaking photos

  • Fill your cameras with the breathtaking Golden Eagle Festival photos

Join our 7 days Sagsai Golden Eagle Festival tour in September 2026 with guaranteed departure. Meet legendary Kazakh eagle hunters in their traditional Gers, witness majestic eagles in action, and explore the breathtaking landscapes of Western Mongolia. Perfect for photographers, nature lovers, and travelers seeking an authentic nomadic experience.

Itinerary

Today your guide and driver pick you up and proceed to Terelj National Park, the nearest and the most breathtaking sightseeing from the capital Ulaanbaatar.  En-route visit “Genghis Khan Statue Complex” which is currently the biggest (40m high) equestrian statue in the world. You can go inside and enjoy museums, souvenir shops.   
      After lunch, explore the national park and see Turtle Rock – the symbol of the National Park. You can climb on the rock if you want, Also, visit the Ariyabal meditation temple - Once you reach the temple and stand on the top of the hill, you will be amused by the whole park view.

Accommodation: Tourist camp and Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

In the morning, take a flight to Ulgii (~3 hours), the capital of Bayan-Ulgii, Mongolia’s westernmost province. After lunch in Ulgii town, we will take a drive to a local eagle hunter's family and golden eagle.
      Enjoy the afternoon with a hospitable host’s home 
learning about Kazakh traditions in depth, particularly about training Golden Eagles. You will stay and rest in separate beautifully decorated Ger (yurt) next to the Kazakh family. There are enough scenes that you can take photos of nature, eagles, livestock, and children. In the evening, join the family for a traditional Kazakh dinner while enjoying the sounds of the Dombra, a traditional Kazakh musical instrument. Dinner and overnight at Ger camp.

Accommodation: Kazakh family Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

In the morning, we will drive to Sayat small hill for the festival.

Program on 1st day of the festival

  • The Opening ceremony with a parade of participants on horseback with their eagles.

  • Calling eagle on arm. Eagle will be released from the top of the mountain, and land on the trainer’s arm when he calls the eagle people down.

  • The festival includes a Uriankhai archery competition.

  • Also, there a small Camel race takes place.

  • Accommodation: Ger camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.In the evening, enjoy a Kazakh traditional concert at a local theater in Ulgii town. 
    Accommodation:
    Ger camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Today, 2nd day of the festival continues. This day eagle hunters compete with some traditional and interesting games.

- Eagle hunters drag animal skins pretending it is a real fox or any live animal and an eagle must catch this skin. 
- The Kyz Kuar game show is a traditional horseback riding game for couples who race and if the girl can catch the boy, boys are whipped by girls. 
- There are other entertaining games such as Push Cashy (fighting for death goat body)
- Closing and award ceremony for best eagles with their best trainers.
Return to the Ger camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Ger camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Today, we will return to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, transfer to your hotel. Then it's free time for you to rest or wander on your own around the city before your departure tomorrow. Farewell dinner is at your hotel.

Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

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

Includes

  • Golden Eagle Festival tax

  • Accommodation; Hotel **** and Ger camps

  • Professional and knowledgeable tour guide

  • Complementary drink water,

  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary

  • All transfer & transports + Experienced driver,

  • All the Internal flights: + included all tax, free luggage allowance is 15kg.

Excludes

  • Tipping and other personal expenses

  • International airfare &Travels insurance

  • Other services not mentioned in the itinerary

Trip Notes

🍽️ Meals in Mongolia Tours

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]

Price

Per Person

  • Pax 2

    2490 USD

  • Pax 3

    2200 USD

  • Group Join

    2060 USD

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