Golden Eagle festival tour /5 days/
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Experience the age-old tradition of hunting small animals with the aid of majestic birds of prey, such as falcons, hawks, and eagles, deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of Kazakh people. For centuries, falconry has been a regal pursuit among the Khans and nobles of the Central Asian steppe. This ancient custom lives on among the Kazakhs residing in the Altai Mountains of Mongolia. The Eagle Hunting Festival offers an unforgettable showcase of the supreme skills of the best Kazakh hunters, highlighting the unique artistry of the bond between man and bird. Capture this extraordinary display of Kazakh traditional eagle hunting through your lens, creating a treasure trove of rare photographs documenting this exotic nomadic culture.
- Category: Event and Festival tours
- Available: October
- Duration: 5 days, 4 nights
- Destination: Western Mongolia
ESSENTIALS
GUIDE
A Chinese, English, or Russian-speaking Mongolian guide will accompany the group throughout the trip. The guide, a native Mongolian with extensive local knowledge, will cater to any requests, ensuring your holiday becomes an unforgettable experience.
TRANSPORT
For this trip, you have two options. The first is a high-level, latest model, air-conditioned private 4WD vehicle for maximum comfort during your touring days. The second option is a Russian 4x4 Van, operated by a driver with 20 years of experience.
MEALS
In Mongolia, dining will take place at fine American, European, and Asian cuisine restaurants. The Mongolian diet primarily consists of mutton, beef, rice, and noodles, forming the basis of your meals. Trail rations may include vegetables, eggs, peanut butter, cheese, and occasionally yak! Some days will feature lunchboxes prepared by our cook.
TOUR PACKAGE PRICE
| Group size | 1 pax | 2-3 pax | 4-6 pax | 7-9 pax | 10-12 pax | 13-15 pax | More than 16 pax |
| Price/Per person | 3230$ | 2720$ | 2650$ | 2580$ | 2490$ | 2400$ | 2300$ |
| No | Include service | Exclude service | Include service of Meals |
| 1 | Vehicle with a driver. | Items of personal nature | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 2 | English speaking guide | Beverages, alcoholic drinks, bar bills, laundry | Per day 3 bottle water for per person /1,5 liter/ |
| 3 | Accommodation/Ger camps and Hotel/ | Travel and insurance | One time Mongolian traditional food /lamb with vegetables/ |
| 4 | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | International transportation | |
| 5 | All cooking and camping gears. | Taxi | |
| 6 | Airport shuttle | Optional activities | |
| 7 | National park and border office permits (area you will go is close to China and Russia border) | Single supplement /For hotel or Ger camp/ | |
| 8 | Domestic flight tickets | Gratuity for the tour team |
TOUR ITINERARY
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