Day 1: Drive Ulaanbaatar to Moron

Also written as Murun, Moron is the capital of Khuvsgul Aimag (province) in northern Mongolia and is home to just under 50,000 Mongolians. From Moron, you can travel to Khuvsgul Lake and see the beauty of the national park and the best of northern Mongolia. You can also travel to the towns of Ulaan Uul and Tsagaan Nuur while you’re in this part of northern Mongolia, where you will meet the reindeer herders of Mongolia.

The best things to do in Moron include visiting the historical buildings located here, including the ancient Moron Monastery which dates back to 586 AD.

Other attractions in Moron include the Ikh Tenger Natural History Museum which features an impressive collection of artifacts from around the region as well as stunning displays of local flora and fauna. In addition, visitors can explore colorful markets featuring traditional products such as handmade carpets or textiles from nearby villages.

Filled with rustic charm and plenty of opportunities for exploration and discovery, Moron is a must-visit spot when traveling through Khuvsgul province in northern Mongolia.

Thing to See in Moron:

• Black Market
• Uushigiin Uver Deer Stones
• Danzandarjaa Khiid
• Khövsgöl Aimag Museum

Depending on what your plans are for traveling in northern Mongolia, you may need to stop into the border patrol office in Moron to obtain a permit for your adventure.

Day 2: Drive Moron to Khuvsgul Lake

There’s no denying that Khuvsgul Lake is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world.

Located in the northern part of Mongolia, Khuvsgul Lake is part of a large area encompassing over 11,000 square kilometers and is surrounded by Khuvsgul Lake National Park.

From Moron, head towards the town of Hatgal, which is the southernmost point of the lake on the Moron-Hatgal Highway. As one of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia, Khuvsgul Lake provides visitors with stunning views and an unparalleled wilderness experience.

The lake boasts incredible wildlife – from bears, wolves, musk deer to moose and wolverines.

This renowned eco-tourism destination has a variety of activities available for visitors including boat tours, fishing expeditions, trekking and horseback riding. Diving is also available at Khuvsgul Lake and there’s even a dinosaur sculpture park located beneath the lake’s surface.

Apart from exploring Khuvsgul Lake National Park’s wildlife and forests, travelers can also marvel at its secluded beaches and rocky shorelines. Hiking up the surrounding mountains offers amazing views of the lake and will also give you a perspective of its sheer size and volume.

For those looking for adventure, Khuvsgul Lake has numerous rapids and rivers for kayaking or rafting trips. In addition to outdoor activities like camping or sightseeing around the lake’s periphery, visitors can take part in shamanic ceremonies which have been practiced for centuries by nomadic tribes living in this region.

Day 3: Khuvsgul Lake – Visit the Reindeer Herders

While the majority of Mongolia’s Tsaatan Tribe, the tribe that herds and rides reindeer, live deep in the taiga, in the summer months some families will move their herds closer to Khuvsgul Lake. This gives tourists the chance to meet members of the tribe and their reindeer – something that’s great if you’re on a short itinerary. Normally, a journey to the tribe requires at least three days of arduous travel, which can be very challenging for people.

With the reindeer herders moving closer to the lake, this gives them the chance to meet more tourists where they can sell their crafts, teach them about their herding culture, and introduce people to their unique way of life. Today is a great day for meeting the reindeer riders, especially after several long days of travel.

If you are interested in spending more time with the Tsaatan Tribe and making the trek deep into the taiga to immerse yourself with them, we recommend the tours below.

Day 4: Khuvsgul Lake – Horse Trek

On day four of your Mongolia trip, you’ll want to hire a local nomadic herder as your guide and take a horse trek around the lake.

Horses are an essential part of Mongolian culture, and these are one of those travel opportunities that shouldn’t be missed. The views from the trek and the chance to bond with this magnificent creature will help you better understand Mongols and the way they live.

For centuries, horses have been an integral part of the nation’s nomadic lifestyle, providing transportation for travel, trade, and warfare. Today, the horse is still a symbol of Mongolian pride and heritage – from the traditional sports that are practiced to the unique breeds used in herding livestock across its vast grasslands. Horsemanship remains deeply rooted in Mongolia’s culture as well as its economy, many local families rely on their equestrian skills to make a living – which you’ll be supporting!

Day 5: Khuvsgul Lake – Lake Day

Make the most of your last day at Khuvsgul Lake by going fishing, hiring a boat to take you by the old ship Sukhbaatar, laying on the beach, and going for a dive.

Some of the best things to do on Khuvsgul Lake include:

• Kayak with glass-bottom single and double kayaks
• Dive with Great Sea Resort, Mongolia’s first dive center
• Take a boat to see the old ship Sukhbaatar
• Get a permit and go fishing, the lake is full of lake is full of lenok, salmon, and sturgeon

Day 6: Goodbye Khuvsgul Lake

With a long trip back to Ulaanbaatar ahead of you, make your way from Khuvsgul Lake back to Moron. Or even beyond to Ikh-Uul or Bulgan, where you’ll be able to find tourist camps and some basic hotel options.

You may be tempted to fit in one more stop in Kharkhorin, the ancient capital city of Mongolia, but be warned – this means a lot of driving. Take our advice as you will.

Day 7: Drive Back to Ulaanbaatar

Try to get an early start on your drive back into Ulaanbaatar. Traffic around rush hour makes getting back into the city a slow-moving exercise in patience.

Day 1: Drive Ulaanbaatar to Moron

Also written as Murun, Moron is the capital of Khuvsgul Aimag (province) in northern Mongolia and is home to just under 50,000 Mongolians. From Moron, you can travel to Khuvsgul Lake and see the beauty of the national park and the best of northern Mongolia. You can also travel to the towns of Ulaan Uul and Tsagaan Nuur while you’re in this part of northern Mongolia, where you will meet the reindeer herders of Mongolia.

The best things to do in Moron include visiting the historical buildings located here, including the ancient Moron Monastery which dates back to 586 AD.

Other attractions in Moron include the Ikh Tenger Natural History Museum which features an impressive collection of artifacts from around the region as well as stunning displays of local flora and fauna. In addition, visitors can explore colorful markets featuring traditional products such as handmade carpets or textiles from nearby villages.

Filled with rustic charm and plenty of opportunities for exploration and discovery, Moron is a must-visit spot when traveling through Khuvsgul province in northern Mongolia.

Thing to See in Moron:

• Black Market
• Uushigiin Uver Deer Stones
• Danzandarjaa Khiid
• Khövsgöl Aimag Museum

Depending on what your plans are for traveling in northern Mongolia, you may need to stop into the border patrol office in Moron to obtain a permit for your adventure.

Day 2: Drive Moron to Khuvsgul Lake

There’s no denying that Khuvsgul Lake is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world.

Located in the northern part of Mongolia, Khuvsgul Lake is part of a large area encompassing over 11,000 square kilometers and is surrounded by Khuvsgul Lake National Park.

From Moron, head towards the town of Hatgal, which is the southernmost point of the lake on the Moron-Hatgal Highway. As one of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia, Khuvsgul Lake provides visitors with stunning views and an unparalleled wilderness experience.

The lake boasts incredible wildlife – from bears, wolves, musk deer to moose and wolverines.

This renowned eco-tourism destination has a variety of activities available for visitors including boat tours, fishing expeditions, trekking and horseback riding. Diving is also available at Khuvsgul Lake and there’s even a dinosaur sculpture park located beneath the lake’s surface.

Apart from exploring Khuvsgul Lake National Park’s wildlife and forests, travelers can also marvel at its secluded beaches and rocky shorelines. Hiking up the surrounding mountains offers amazing views of the lake and will also give you a perspective of its sheer size and volume.

For those looking for adventure, Khuvsgul Lake has numerous rapids and rivers for kayaking or rafting trips. In addition to outdoor activities like camping or sightseeing around the lake’s periphery, visitors can take part in shamanic ceremonies which have been practiced for centuries by nomadic tribes living in this region.

Day 3: Khuvsgul Lake – Visit the Reindeer Herders

While the majority of Mongolia’s Tsaatan Tribe, the tribe that herds and rides reindeer, live deep in the taiga, in the summer months some families will move their herds closer to Khuvsgul Lake. This gives tourists the chance to meet members of the tribe and their reindeer – something that’s great if you’re on a short itinerary. Normally, a journey to the tribe requires at least three days of arduous travel, which can be very challenging for people.

With the reindeer herders moving closer to the lake, this gives them the chance to meet more tourists where they can sell their crafts, teach them about their herding culture, and introduce people to their unique way of life. Today is a great day for meeting the reindeer riders, especially after several long days of travel.

If you are interested in spending more time with the Tsaatan Tribe and making the trek deep into the taiga to immerse yourself with them, we recommend the tours below.

Day 4: Khuvsgul Lake – Horse Trek

On day four of your Mongolia trip, you’ll want to hire a local nomadic herder as your guide and take a horse trek around the lake.

Horses are an essential part of Mongolian culture, and these are one of those travel opportunities that shouldn’t be missed. The views from the trek and the chance to bond with this magnificent creature will help you better understand Mongols and the way they live.

For centuries, horses have been an integral part of the nation’s nomadic lifestyle, providing transportation for travel, trade, and warfare. Today, the horse is still a symbol of Mongolian pride and heritage – from the traditional sports that are practiced to the unique breeds used in herding livestock across its vast grasslands. Horsemanship remains deeply rooted in Mongolia’s culture as well as its economy, many local families rely on their equestrian skills to make a living – which you’ll be supporting!

Day 5: Khuvsgul Lake – Lake Day

Make the most of your last day at Khuvsgul Lake by going fishing, hiring a boat to take you by the old ship Sukhbaatar, laying on the beach, and going for a dive.

Some of the best things to do on Khuvsgul Lake include:

• Kayak with glass-bottom single and double kayaks
• Dive with Great Sea Resort, Mongolia’s first dive center
• Take a boat to see the old ship Sukhbaatar
• Get a permit and go fishing, the lake is full of lake is full of lenok, salmon, and sturgeon

Day 6: Goodbye Khuvsgul Lake

With a long trip back to Ulaanbaatar ahead of you, make your way from Khuvsgul Lake back to Moron. Or even beyond to Ikh-Uul or Bulgan, where you’ll be able to find tourist camps and some basic hotel options.

You may be tempted to fit in one more stop in Kharkhorin, the ancient capital city of Mongolia, but be warned – this means a lot of driving. Take our advice as you will.

Day 7: Drive Back to Ulaanbaatar

Try to get an early start on your drive back into Ulaanbaatar. Traffic around rush hour makes getting back into the city a slow-moving exercise in patience.

Lake Khuvsgul Tour is not include challenging physical or demanding activities. Traveling in Mongolia always requires long driving through changing landscapes and scenic views. Even though, we developed the itinerary with a combination of evenly distributed daily diving and activities. The approximate daily driving is 4.5-5.5 hours. However, the driving time is subject to change due to weather and road conditions when driving on rough roads. You also cross several rivers and streams.

Tour meals are included according to the itinerary. In the countryside, ger camps serve occasional European but mainly Mongolian meals. Meat is the main ingredient for meals and is served for lunch and dinner along with vegetables, salads, and soups. There will be more meat in traditional Mongolian meals. A typical breakfast is tea or coffee, bread, jam, butter, eggs and sausage. There are some cookies, cheese, cereals, pancakes and more at some of the ger camps for breakfast. For lunch, meals include salads, Mongolian soups and a main course (pasta, rice, vegetables, beef/mutton/chicken/fish near lakes/rivers), and dessert and tea. Salads, a main course, a dessert, and tea will be served for dinner. With nomads, you will try authentic Mongolian meals. Different types of meals offered simultaneously are not customary in Mongolian tradition. If you are a vegetarian or have other dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance, and we will make arrangements accordingly. About lunch, it will be packed as a picnic. More information on Mongolia meals

During the trip, you will stay at the ger camp for 1 day and 2 days centrally located hotel stay in Ulaanbaatar. Compared to the other tourism well-developed parts of Mongolia, the ger camp are of a local standard, run by local people. Please get more information about the ger camp.

Most of our company guides are English speaking. We also have some guides who speak German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Japanese. They are all friendly, helpful and most of them were born and grown in the countryside. Therefore, they have good knowledge about every aspect of Mongolia, good at horse trekking and have at least three years or more years of guiding experience.

The tours were designed with four wheels driving Japanese SUVs driven by experienced, friendly, and good mechanic-drivers. Different car types are available upon request, and you may check the travel vehicle details at Mongolia transportation

The most suitable time is between 25 May and 10 September. During this period, the weather is warm and enjoyable. Khentii Mountain Range domains in northeastern Mongolia and is rich in rivers, streams, and wetlands. This part of Mongolia receives a relatively high prescription and tends to be cooler. The mountains have high-growing grasses and flower-carpeted valleys.
The average day temperature in June, July, and the first half of August are +25 to +28°C, and the highest is +35°C in July. Evening and night temperatures may drop by 10-22°C. The temperature could dramatically fall to +7°C if it rains. You may experience occasional chill wind and snowfalls in May, the beginning of June, September, and October. For your pre-departure preparation, please check the discovery tour packing list.

To plan your dream holiday or customize the tour exclusively for you, please checkthe things to do in different part of Mongolia and the attractions in Central Mongolia