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Mongolia is a perfect destination for a stressed birder,
who would like to spend some time at a quiet, peaceful
and stunning place watching its 400 species of bird
life. This bird watching tour takes you to the amazing
National Parks of Terelj, Gun-Galuut, Hustai and at
the famous lakes Sangiin Dalai and Bayan Nuur. Taking
part in the tour we will gaze on stunning landscapes
seen by few foreigners, and on birds most western birders
can only dream about: Upland Buzzard, Amur falcon, Altai
Snowcock, Pallas's Fish Eagle, Oriental Plover, Relict
gull, Pallas's Sandgrouse, Mongolian Lark, Blyth's Pipit,
Kozlov's Accentor etc., You will also watch Argali Mountain
Wild Sheep-Dream of every hunter and Takhi- Only existing
specie of wild horse in the worlds. The tour is planned
precisely with a high consideration on safety, education,
comfort and of course a lot of fun. Best ornithologist
specialist 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 |
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Style:
Traveller
Tour grade: Easy
Duration: 15 days/14 nights
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Birdwatching dates for 2008:
Mid May - Early September
* Duration of
the trip can be changed to suit your needs.
Land only price 2008: per
person |
| Group size
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USD |
Euro |
| 2
pax |
2344 |
1439 |
| 3-5
pax |
1829 |
1165 |
| 6-11
pax |
1637 |
1043 |
Low
Season Discounts  |
| May,
Jun, Sep |
5%
discount |
Discount conditions:
For children of family trip
1 free space for every 16 PAX Courier bringing
min 3 pax More attractive prices for groups
of 12 and more people! More!
* Tour USD price might change in coming 3 months
due to inflation.
Included in the price:
Accommodation in double in hotel, ger camp
Guiding and interpreting service Renting
transport + driver with petrol, lubricants and
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 279 US$ or 178 USD available. |
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| Day
1 |
Arrive
in Mongolia
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, meet with the guide at
the airport, lunch at a local cafe. Visits to
Museum of Natural History & Zaisan Memorial.
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| Day
2 |
Ulaanbaatar-
Gun Galuut NR
Transfer to Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve. Bird watching
at the lakes Ayaga & Ikh-Gun. Wetland birds
including White Naped Crane, Hooded Cranes, Whooper
Swan, Swan Goose, Black Stork etc. |
Gc |
| Day
3 |
Gun-Galuut
- Terelj National Park
Forest birds watching: Oriental Cuckoo, White-backed
Woodpecker, Siberian Ruby Throat, Honey Buzzard,
Hawk Owl etc. |
Gc |
| Day
4 |
Terelj
- Hustai National Park.
Bird watching: Demoiselle Crane, Black Stork,
Saker Falcon, Lesser Kestrel, Amur Falcon etc.
View Przewalski wild horse aka "Takhi".
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Gc |
| Day
5 |
Hustai
National Park - Ogii Lake.
Drving to the west. See steppe birds: Amur falcon,
Kite etcand wetland birds around Borogchnii nuur
lake.
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Gc |
| Day
6 |
Ogii
Lake - Karakorum.
Karakorum was the capital city of Great Mongolian
Empire. There's plenty to see and we will visit
Erdene Zuu monastery that is one of the world
wonderful heritages, Phallic Stone, 108 Stupas
and many more. |
Gc |
| Day
7 |
Karakorum
- Ongi monastery ruins.
Admire the nature beauty, birdwatching and see
ancient burials during the tracks: Lesser Kestrel,
Steppe Eagle, Golden Eagle, Isabelline Shrike,
Brown Shrike, Bushchat and other common birds.
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Gc |
| Day
8 |
Ongi monastery - Bayanzag.
V visit the Ongi monastery. Drive to Bayanzag dinosaur
remaining land. Visit the Flamming cliffs, birdwatching
and hiking in the saxaul forest. Saxaul Sparrow,
Great Grey Shrike, Isabelline Shrike, Henderson's
Ground Jay etc
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Gc |
| Day
9 |
Bayanzag - Khongor sand
dune.
Khongor sand dunes is the longest & most beautiful
sand dunes in Mongolia and extends for 180 km. Visit
the sand dune and hiking or optional camel riding
on dunes. We will see Desert Warbler, Upland Bussard,
Saker etc |
Gc |
| Day
10 |
Khongor - Gurvan
Saikhan National Park
Birding for raptors: Griffon Vulture,
Bearded Vulture, Rose Finches (2 different species),
Alpine Accentor, Wall Creeper, Black Kite, Sparrow
Hawk, Upland Buzzard, Golden Eagle, Himalaya Vulture,
Saker Falcon, Lesser Kestrel, Rock-partridge etc. |
Gc |
| Day
11 |
Vulture's
Gorge - Tsagaan Suvarga.
Tsagaan Suvarga means White Stupas and is one
of the most picturesque sceneries one can ever
see. Steppe birds such as Saker Falcon, Lesser
Kestrel, Golden Eagle, Steppe Eagle, Horned lark,
Crested Lark, Desert Wheatear |
Gc |
| Day
12 |
Tsagaan Suvarga - Sum
Huh Burd.
Sum Huh Burd is famous its legend, mineral waters
and wet land birds. There are plenty of wetland
birds: Ducks, Demoiselle Crane, Common Crane, Mallard,
Swan Goose, Gadwall |
Gc |
| Day
13 |
Sum Huh Burd - Ulaanbaatar.
Birds seen on the way: Common Quail, Black Kite,
Marsh Harrier, Lesser Kestrel, Golden Eagle, Steppe
Eagle, Saker Falcon, Horned lark, Crested Lark,
Desert Wheatear etc… |
H |
| Day
14 |
Rest
day in Ulaanbaatar
Own arrangements: Shopping and sightseeing. Folklore
concert in the evening. Farewell dinner at MGL
barbeque restaurant. Hotel overnight |
H |
| Day
15 |
Transfer
to the airport after breakfast. |
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Gun-Galuut
NR is a nature reserve with spectacular
and untouched nature, which is 130 km east of
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 alsowatch 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, Buzzard, Hawk and Vulture.
Terelj
National Park - In this amazing park
you have opportunities of watching Swinhoe's
snipe, oriental Cuckoo, White-backed woodpecker,
Siberian rubythroat, Sibearian blue Robin, Dark-sided
flytatcher, Crested honey buzzard, Hawk owl,
Long-tailed rosefinch, Pine and meadow bunting
etc,
Lakes
Bayan & Sangiin Dalai:
These 2 lakes are situated at the center of
Mongolia with their wonderful birdlife. Visitors
often are amazed by the rich wildlife of the
region, the highlight is definetely birds. You
watch White-naped crane, Whooper Swan, Swan
Goose, Bean Goose, Eurasian Teal, Eurasian Wigeon,
Demoiselle Crane, Siberian Crane, Falcated duck,
Ferruginous duck, Shore Lark, Asiatic white-winged
scoter, Ruddy shelduck, Mongolian gull, Pere
David's snowfinch, Upland buzzard, Chinese Pond
Heron and so on.
Khustai
National Park - is an exellent place
for birdwatchers, with the habitat's diversity
having encouraged a rich diversity of bird species.
Raptors thrive in the skies above the steppe.Supported
by a large population of rodents, raptors including
the Black Vulture, Golden Eagle and Saker Falcon
can be observed throughout the day. During recent
surveys, 126 bird species were observed in the
park. Nineteen of these birds are listed in
the Red Book as globally threatened or endangered.
During spring and autumn Hustai National Park
(especially the Tuul River valley) is an important
stopover location for migratory birds.
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. | | | |