Sagsai Eagle festival, Eagle hunter family tour /5 days/
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Immerse yourself in the ancient tradition of Eagle Hunting, still passionately preserved by the Kazakh tribes of Mongolia in the 21st century. Picture an eagle hunter, mounted on horseback, racing at full speed with a majestic eagle perched on their arm against the backdrop of the rugged Altai Mountains and the picturesque Sagsai River. This scene transports you to bygone eras. The Sagsai Golden Eagle Festival, designed for photographers, filmmakers, and photojournalists, unfolds over two days. It offers exceptional opportunities to capture the majestic flights and actions of giant golden eagles, the expressive faces of ethnic people, thrilling competitions, and cultural performances. Engage in interviews with eagle hunters to deepen your understanding of this captivating tradition, making the Sagsai Golden Eagle Festival a truly spectacular and unique experience.
- Category: Event and Festival tours
- Available: September
- 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 | 2530$ | 2020$ | 1950$ | 1880$ | 1790$ | 1700$ | 1600$ |
| 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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