Birding Tour
Forest, Desert & Wetlands
Destination: Ulaanbaatar, Terelj (Taiga), Khustai (Steppe), South Gobi (Desert), Ugii Lake (Wetlands).
Activity:
Moderate (Early morning starts, some hiking in dunes/canyons)
Transport:
1x Toyota Land Cruiser (4x4) for 4-5 passengers
Activity:
• Arrive at Chinggis Khaan International Airport. Transfer to 4-star hotel. Welcome briefing with Nomadra guide. Brief city orientation if time allows
Activity:
• Drive to Terelj National Park. Birding walks in the forested valleys and riverine areas
Birds:
• Azure Tit, Black Woodpecker, Eurasian Nuthatch, Willow Tit, Daurian Partridge
Activity:
• Drive west to Khustai. Focus on steppe and semi-desert slopes. Also famous for wild horses
Birds:
• Steppe Eagle, Pallas’s Sandgrouse, Upland Buzzard, Meadow Bunting
Activity:
• Drive south towards the Gobi. Stop at Baga Gazriin Chuluu granite formations. Birding in the rocky outcrops
Birds:
• Chukar Partridge, Lammergeier (Bearded Vulture), Saker Falcon, Isabelline Wheatear
Activity:
• Early drive to Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park. Enter the Yol Valley (Vulture Gorge) in the afternoon
Birds:
• Wallcreeper (Key target), Cinereous Vulture, Golden Eagle, Alpine Accentor
Activity:
• Drive to the massive Khongor Sand Dunes. Explore the oasis and saxaul forests
Birds:
• Saxaul Sparrow, Henderson’s Ground-jay, Desert Lark, Pallas’s Sandgrouse
Activity:
• Morning visit to Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs). Afternoon drive north towards Ongi River vegetation
Birds:
• Steppe Buzzard, Eurasian Hoopoe, Asian Short-toed Lark, Pied Wheatear
Activity:
• Long scenic drive north to the famous wetlands of Ugii Lake. Birding stops along the way. Arrive at lake shore in afternoon
Birds:
• White-winged Tern, Black-headed Gull, Bar-headed Goose
Activity:
• Morning boat trip or shore walk at Ugii Lake. This is the premier spot for waterbirds and raptors
Birds:
• Relict Gull, Great Egret, Whooper Swan, Swan Goose, White-tailed Eagle, Osprey
Activity:
• Drive back to UB. Last opportunity for steppe birding. Farewell dinner
Activity:
• Transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport. Optional morning birding at Tuul River near city
Excelent
• Based on projected 2026 market rates for specialized wildlife logistics, inflation, and conservation fees
Vehicles:
1x Toyota Land Cruiser (4x4) with experienced driver
Staff:
Professional English-speaking Birding Guide (Ornithology expert)
Accommodation:
10-Night accommodation (2 Hotel, 8 Ger Camp) based on twin share
Meals:
Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) every day
Activities:
Entry fees for National Parks (Terelj, Khustai, Gobi, Ugii)
Equipment:
Birding spotting scope, binoculars (if needed), and reference books in the vehicle
Logistics:
Drinking water (1.5L pp/day), local taxes
• Travel Insurance: Mandatory
• International Airfare
• Alcohol & Snacks
• Optional Boat Rental at Ugii Lake (approx $30/hour shared)
• Covering 4 distinct biomes (Forest, Steppe, Desert, Wetland) in one efficient loop
• High chances of spotting Wallcreeper, Cinereous Vulture, Steppe Eagle, and the elusive Relict Gull
• Camping in remote areas with meals included
• Nomadra guides are specifically trained in ornithology; they carry high-quality spotting scopes
• Enjoying the breathtaking landscapes of the Gobi dunes and Khangai mountains while birding
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