DURATION:
3 Days
GROUP SIZE:
1-6 pax
Embark on an unforgettable three-day journey into the heart of Jargalant Mountain, where breathtaking landscapes and rare wildlife await.
Beginning and ending at Fairfield Hovd, this adventure is perfect for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife photographers eager to explore Mongolia’s remote wilderness. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to spot the endangered Saiga antelope, known for its unique curved nose, before trekking into the mountains in search of wild ibex, argali sheep, and even traces of the elusive snow leopard. Keep your eyes peeled and camera ready for marmots, foxes, and majestic birds of prey, too.
Camping under the vast Mongolian sky, you’ll experience the raw beauty of nature like never before.
Cost
Group of 2: USD $480 per person
Group of 4: USD $300 per person
Group of 6: USD $235 per person
Day 1
Fairfield Hovd to Jargalant Mountain
Departing from Fairfield Hovd Guesthouse and Café, spend the morning travelling toward the Jargalant Mountain Range. As you cross the steppe, keep your eyes and camera ready to catch a glimpse of the rare Saiga antelope.
Arrive at the foothills of Jargalant and begin your choice of scenic hike or horse trek to your campsite for night one. This area is home to eagles, vultures, and mountain goats, so stay alert for sights, sounds, and other signs as you go.
Make camp in a beautiful valley surrounded by towering mountain peaks. Be sure to capture the stunning sunset light on the mountains before settling in for dinner around the campfire under a sky full of stars.
Day 2
Wildlife Tracking and Mountain Exploration
Rise early to catch a spectacular sunrise over the mountain range–be sure to keep that camera close.
After breakfast, set out on a full-day expedition up the mountain, searching for ibex, argali (wild) sheep, and traces of snow leopards. As you go, be sure to break for panoramic views of this dramatic landscape.
Enjoy a packed lunch, then spend the afternoon continuing to explore the region’s remote valleys and rocky cliffs, keeping an eye out for marmots, foxes, and soaring birds of prey.
Return to camp for a well-earned dinner and an evening by the fire, sharing stories under the Mongolian sky.
Day 3
Sunrise Hike and Return Journey
Start the day with a peaceful sunrise hike and one last deep breath of Mongolia’s wild beauty.
Enjoy breakfast in camp, before packing up and setting out back toward the base of the mountain, stopping for final photo opportunities. Travel back across the steppe, keeping an eye out once more for Saiga antelope.
Arrive back at Fairfield Hovd in the afternoon.
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