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Wetland bird watching in Mongolia, White-naped crane with babes at the Gun Galuut nature reserve, Mongolia
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Wetland bird watching tours in Mongolia
Wetland bird watching tours in Mongolia
Mongolia is a perfect destination for a stressed birder, who would like to spend some time at a quiet, peaceful and beautiful place.This tour takes place in the amazing National Parks of Terelj and Gün Galuut, paradise for birders. Taking part in the tour you will have great opportunities of watching and photographing many species of waterbirds including some endangered species; Swans, Geese, Cranes, Storks, Herons, Ducks, Gulls; and forest birds- Cuckoos, Owls, Larks, Woodpeckers, Thrushes as well as raptors Falcons, Hawks, Eagles, Vultures, Buzzards; from the closest distance. You will also watch Argali Mountain Wild Sheep-Dream of every hunter, and Takhi- Only existing specie of wild horse worldwide.
The tour is planned precisely with a high consideration on safety, education, comfort and of course a lot of fun. An ornithologist professor is invited from Zoology Department of Mongolian National University to lead the tour and share his knowledge of bird lives in different areas. Birdlife in Mongolia
Trip profile of bird watching tours in Mongolia Tour itinerary of Bird watching tours in Mongolia

Style: Traveller
Tour grade: Easy
Duration: 6 days/5 nights

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Birdwatching dates for 2008:
mid May - late September

Land only price 2008:
per person

Group size
USD
Euro
2 pax
967
617
3-5 pax
892
568
6 and more
708
451
Low Season Discounts
May, Jun, Sep
5% discount

Discount conditions:
• 1 free space for 16 + 1 PAX
• For children of family trip
• More attractive prices for groups of 12 and more people!

* Tour USD price might change in coming 3 months due to inflation.

Included in the price:
• Accommodation in hotel, ger camps
• Guiding and interpreting service
• Renting transport + driver with petrol, lubricants, maintenance
• All meals according to the itinerary /all kinds of drink is on your own/
• Sightseeing and cultural show admissions according to the itinerary
• Entrance fees for protected areas and national parks
• Supply of bottled water, daily
• Return ticket confirmation

Not included:
Visa cost, International Airfare, Travel insurance

Note:
• Single supplement 99 US$ or 63 Euros available
Day 1
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, meet with the guide at the airport, transfer to a hotel. Visits to Museum of Natural History & Zaisan Memorial. Drive to Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve, transfer to a ger camp
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Day 2-3
Bird watching at the lakes Ayaga and Ikh-Gun. You can also have opportunities of watching endangered wild mountain sheep-Argali at the beautiful mounts nearby. Full board at the ger camp
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Day 4
After breakfast drive to Terelj National Park for 2 hours. Transfer to a ger camp. Bird watching at the National Park. Lunch, dinner and overnight there
Gc
Day 5
Bird watching in the morning, after lunch drive to Ulaanbaatar. Transfer to a hotel. Shopping and traditional folk concert in the evening. Hotel overnight. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel
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Day 6
Transfer to the airport after breakfast.
Trip background of bird watching tours in Mongolia

Wetland bird watching tours in Mongolia: Siberian White craneGun-Galuut Nature Reserve - is a nature reserve with spectacular and untouched nature, which is 130 km east in Ulaanbaatar.

Beautiful Lakes Ikh-Gun, Ayaga and Baga-Gun are the home to migrating waterbirds including some endangered rare species such as: White Crane, White-naped Crane, Black Stork, Whooper Swan, Common Heron, Chinese Pond Heron and so on. And you may also watch Common Crane, Bar Headed Goose, Swan Goose, Ruddy Shelduck, White-headed Duck, Mallard, Gadwall, Common Teal, Garganey, Mandarin Duck, Northern Shoveler and several species of Gulls as well. And there is plenty of viewing of prey birds such as various types of Falcon, Eagle, Kite, Osprey, Buzzard, Hawk and Vulture.

Wetland bird watching tours in Mongolia: Ducks in Ikh Gun LakeTerelj National Park - In this amazing park you have opportunities of watching many species of waterbirds along the rivers Tuul and Terelj, such as Common Crane, Bar Headed Goose, Swan Goose, Ruddy Shelduck, White-headed Duck, Mallard, Gadwall, Common Teal, Garganey, Mandarin Duck, Northern Shoveler and several species of Gulls so far. There is plenty of view from many species of forest birds and prey birds too.

What is bird watching? Birdwatchers observe wild birds in their natural habitat. Birdwatching means learning to identify the birds and understand what they are doing. People of all ages watch birds. It's an activity you can keep doing all your life, in any part of the world. Birding is the fastest-growing outdoor activity in the world. Birds have always delighted people all over the world because of their beauty and their power of flight. Historically, they used to be considered omens. The ancient Romans believed that the flights and calls of birds could foretell the future. Today, modern science still uses birds as a kind of oracle. Changes in bird populations can reflect the health of the environment. Some birds are indicator species, like the Golden Eagle. They forecast environmental conditions. The knowledge of birds can help us plan a better, more sustainable relationship with nature. Our bird watching tours are about wild birds and the sport of birding. It's for everyone who's interested in birdwatching and enjoying nature. Birding can be one of the quieter and more relaxing outdoor activities. However, birders who are keen rarity-seekers will travel long distances to see a new species to add to the list of birds they have personally observed. Mongolia is a heaven for bird watchers and nature lovers with its great recourse for bird watching on lakes, rivers, forests, steppes and deserts. Bird watching in Mongolia is unforgettable as the country has over 425 bird species including many rare species of cranes, swans, geese, eagles, hawks, falcons and many more. Early morning is typically the best time of the day for birding since many birds are active searching for food, and thus are easier to find and observe. Success in locating the more interesting species typically requires detailed knowledge of their appearance, sounds, behavior, and most likely habitat, in addition to stealth and patience. Birding in Mongolia is quite famous for bird watchers and keen birders come to Mongolia to take their lifetime bird watching tours. Selena Travel offers different long and short Mongolia bird watching tours and our bird watching trips are highly praised by birders. Come and take our birding tours and watch Mongolian birds!