2025 EAGLE HUNTERS AND GOBI DESERT

Your journey begins as you touch down at Ulaanbaatar (UB) Airport. Upon your arrival, our friendly drivers will be there to greet you, and they’ll take you to your comfortable hotel.
In the evening, at 7 p.m., we’ll convene in the hotel lobby. From there, we’ll head to a local restaurant for a delightful dinner, where we’ll get better acquainted and have an in-depth discussion about the upcoming photo tour.
You’ll be staying overnight at a lovely hotel located just a short 5-minute drive from the heart of the city. (Dinner included)

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, we embark on our journey to Tsagaan Suvarga, also known as the “White Stupa.” Along the way, we’ll make a pit stop for about an hour to capture the natural beauty of this unique landscape.
Our next destination is Dalanzadgad city, where we’ll have some time for shopping and exploration.
Continuing our adventure, we proceed to Yol Valley, a mesmerizing mountain chain within the Gobi Desert. Here, we’ll be staying in a ger guesthouse but without Wi-Fi. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

After a leisurely breakfast, we’ll continue our exploration of the stunning Yol Valley.
Our journey then takes us to the renowned Khongor sand dunes, one of Mongolia’s most beautiful and expansive sandy areas. This evening, we’ll have the opportunity for a unique photo session as we capture caravans during the sunset amidst the dunes.
We’ll stay overnight in a ger guesthouse camp, which does offer access to electricity and showers. Each Ger accommodates 4-5 people and is furnished with a bed, bed linen, a blanket, and a pillow. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

Rise and shine early in the morning for a captivating sunrise session at the Khongor sand dunes, which stretch for over 170 kilometers and are considered one of Mongolia’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders.
Get ready for a unique experience as camels and their herders await us for a portrait session amidst the captivating sand dunes.
In the daytime, we’ll take a break and hold post-processing tutorials in the camp’s kitchen Ger.
We’ll spend another night at the same ger, which, once again, offers access to showers and electricity. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

This day begins with an early rise for another spectacular sunrise photo opportunity at the Khongor sand dunes.
After breakfast, we’ll pack up and head towards Bayanzag, famously known as the “Flaming Cliffs.” This area is renowned for yielding the first discovery of dinosaur eggs, and it’s also home to various dinosaur specimens.
• We’ll spend the night in a comfortable tourist camp as we prepare to capture the stunning sunset over the Flaming Cliffs, which take on a deep red hue at dusk. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

As we bid farewell to the Flaming Cliffs, we’ll make our way back to Ulaanbaatar.
Our long drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Once we arrive in the capital city, we’ll share a dinner at a local restaurant.
You’ll spend the night at a Ulaanbaatar hotel equipped with showers and Wi-Fi. (Breakfast and Dinner included)

This morning, we’ll take a commercial flight from Ulaanbaatar to Olgii city, departing at 7:25 a.m.
Once we land in Ulgii, we’ll embark on a journey to a local Kazakh family’s residence. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to photograph locals in their traditional clothing.
We’ll also arrange for a captivating session with 3-5 eagle hunters against a backdrop of stunning sunsets, framed by picturesque mountains. After the sunsets, we’ll make our way back to Olgii to spend the night at a simple hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Today, we’ll take a break from early morning activities, allowing you to get some well-deserved rest.
After breakfast, we’ll return to the Kazakh family’s area for a very special day. You’ll be part of a private eagle festival, arranged exclusively for our group.
You’ll have the rare privilege of witnessing Kazakhs on horseback, adorned in their traditional fox coats and scarlet hats, each with a magnificent Golden Eagle on their arm. This festival is organized by locals who are dedicated to preserving their traditional heritage.
You’ll have a unique chance to get up close to the Golden Eagles and even have one perch on your arm for a remarkable photo opportunity.
During this spectacular day, you’ll capture countless images with up to 10 eagle hunters in diverse locations, including mountain ridges, river bends, and lush grass marshlands. Every eagle hunter will be ready for a private portrait session, and they are incredibly friendly to our group. It will be a day you’ll feel like you’re on a movie set, capturing hundreds of stunning images without the usual crowd in the background.
After this thrilling experience, we’ll return to Olgii to spend the night at the hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Following a relaxing morning and a good night’s sleep, we’ll head to another picturesque location for a captivating sunset session. Here, we’ve arranged private sessions with a total of five eagle hunters against the backdrop of the Altai Mountains.
The backdrop for these sessions will be the holy Tsambagarav Mountain, rising to an impressive 4,208 meters. This location offers a breathtaking 360-degree view, with rocky, jagged mountains on one side and snow-capped peaks on the other.
We’ll then return to Olgii for the night. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Our drivers will take you to UB airport (code ULN). You can select any flight this day, a private transfer will be arranged this day and included in the tour. (B)

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