Reindeer Festival Mongolia Tour

0 (0 Reviews)
From: $1.900,00
0
(0 review)
Inquiry
Duration

7 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English

About this tour

Reindeer Festival Mongolia Tour in Taiga-Tsagaan Nuur, experience Northern Mongolia’s Magical Winter Celebration

Join an unforgettable Reindeer Festival Tour in Taiga-Tsagaan Nuur, Mongolia, where the captivating winter celebration takes place in the stunning Khuvsgul province of Northern Mongolia. This unique festival, held annually in March, brings the ancient traditions of the Dukha (Tsaatan) reindeer herders to life. Explore the magic of this cultural event and the breathtaking winter landscapes that make the Reindeer Festival tour a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The Tradition of the Reindeer Horn: A Highlight of the Reindeer Festival Tour

One of the most remarkable parts of the Reindeer Festival Tour is witnessing the elder of the reindeer tribe playing the long wooden horn. This ancient tradition, passed down through generations, is believed to ward off evil spirits during the harsh winter. The sound of the horn resonates across the snow-covered Taiga, symbolizing the close connection between the reindeer herders and their land.

What to Expect on Your Reindeer Festival Tour

A Reindeer Festival tour offers a unique cultural immersion into the traditional lifestyle of the Dukha reindeer herders. The quiet alpine village of Tsagaannuur comes alive with Mongolian music, dance, and reindeer-themed activities, offering visitors an incredible insight into this rare way of life. From reindeer rides to performances by local herders, the Reindeer Festival marks the transition from winter to spring, filling the village with renewed energy and joy.

Participants on the Reindeer Festival tour will have the chance to learn about nomadic reindeer herding practices, enjoy traditional Mongolian games, and explore the rich culture of the reindeer people—all set against the stunning backdrop of Northern Mongolia’s winter wonderland.

tulga@nomadictrails.com or What’sApp: +976 99040894

Winter Festivals Across Mongolia: Celebrating Culture and Seasons

Mongolia, a land of diverse landscapes and rich traditions, hosts a series of winter festivals during this enchanting time. Explore the cultural tapestry with events such as:

  1. Reindeer Festival” in Khuvsgul Province, Northern Mongolia

    • Date: Feb 18 2025
  2. “Camel Festival” in South Gobi, Southern Mongolia

    • Date: Feb 2-4, 2025
  3. “Silver Reed of Western Mongolia – The Khovd Ice Festival”, Western Mongolia

    • Date: January 21-22, 2025 “Mungulug Shagshuurga”
  4. “Ice Festival” in Khuvsgul province, Northern Mongolia

    • Date: March 1-4 to (be confirmed due to Lunar New Year 2025)
  5. “Eagle Festival” Ulaanbaatar city, Central Mongolia

      • Date: March (be confirmed due to Lunar New Year 2025)

Ask questions:  tulga@nomadictrails.com or What’sApp: +976 99040894

Reindeer Festival program 2025
Reindeer Festival program 2025

 

These festivals are a captivating journey into the heart of Mongolia’s unique culture, offering a rare opportunity to witness age-old traditions and celebrate the changing seasons.

Explore the Magic: Reindeer Festival Details

For those eager to be part of the enchantment, delve into the Reindeer Snow Festival details. Join us on this cultural odyssey, where ancient traditions meet the vibrancy of a changing season.

Book your spot now and be part of a cultural celebration that brings you closer to the heart of the Golden Eagle Festival at tulga@nomadictrails.com or What’sApp: +976 99040894

For more details about the festival: Reindeer Festival 

Highlights

  • Enjoy the Colorful Mongolian traditional costume-wearing locals
  • Reindeer-related traditional customs
  • Ice festival at the Khatgal town
  • Experience the Mongolian Winter
  • Epic scenery of the southern edge of Siberia
  • Witness the everyday life of a nomad tribe, Tsaachin Mongolia
  • Enjoy the hospitality of a local family
  • Meet face-to-face with the reindeer tribe shaman
  • Relax with the stunning view of Khuvsgul Lake, the Blue Pearl of Mongolia and many more

Included/Excluded

  • All meals mentioned accordingly /"B"-breakfast, "L"-lunch, "D"-dinner/
  • All transportation mentioned
  • Local domestic flight if mentioned
  • All accommodation listed
  • Professional Tour Leader/Guide - English speaking
  • Airport transfers
  • Staff meals, accommodation and other expenses where applicable
  • Entrance fees to museums, concerts, monasteries, national parks included in the itinerary. /Road charges for tourists, staff, and vehicles are also included/
  • Single rooming supplement
  • International flights and cost for visas
  • Inoculations and personal insurances
  • Toiletries
  • Video recording or photography fees at sights
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

Day1. Ulaanbaatar/ Murun- Toilogt

We meet you at the airport and take a 1.5-hour flight to Murun, the provincial capital town of Khuvsgul province. We drive out of Murun town to Khatgal town, located on the shore of the frozen lake, getting ready for tomorrow’s big event “Ice Festival”. Overnight comfortable Ger camp.

Day2. The Khuvsgul,  Frozen Lake

Full day at frozen Khuvsgul Lake near Khatgal town. There are many exciting opportunities to experience numerous activities including, ice colliding games, horse sledging and many more today. We have lunch at a local place and continue activities on a frozen lake. Overnight ger camp and warm gers.

Day3. Renchinlhumbe town

After breakfast, we drive to Renchinlkhumbe town, located in the beautiful Darkhad Depression, surrounded by tall mountain ranges. This is really beautiful and scenic road through mountains with pine trees. We arrive at one of the Darkhad Tribe’s towns and transfer to a local hotel with a wooden cabin with stove-heated rooms to stay warm. Dinner and overnight wooden cabin rooms.

Day4. Reindeer Festival Mongolia -Taiga

After breakfast, we drive to Jarganat Gol River, where the river flows all year round. Underground thermos activity helps this river flows over the cold winter and it creates mysterious steam which covers all the pine trees nearby. As a result of such activities, we will see such a white tree in this spot. Then we head to the Reindeer festival, which will start at 11:00 am with 1000 reindeer gathering in the same place. Enjoy the festival and transfer to the local Teepee and wooden cabins inside the Taiga with Reindeer herders.

Day5. Magical Ever Flowing River- Ulaan Uul Town

After breakfast, we drive out of Taiga and head to Ulaan Uul town for a local hotel. Dinner and overnight at a local hotel.

Day6. Murun

This beautiful morning, we drive out of Darkhad Depression heading south to Murun, the provincial capital town of Khuvsgul province. We transfer to a local hotel for a nice hot shower and have a farewell dinner.

Day7. Ulaanbaatar

After breakfast, we transfer to the local airport and take a flight to Ulaanbaatar city. 

end of the tour

click on the picture to see the bigger size of the Reindeer Festival Daily Program: 

Durations

7-days 6-nights

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

The baggage allowance for a domestic flight in Mongolia is 15kgs in total: 10kg for check-in luggage and 5kg for hand luggage. For extra luggage, you pay 3000-5000 Tugriks (local currency) per extra kilogram.

We will be staying two nights in the Taiga where we will be sleeping in a tee-pee but stove-heated Huts are available, for local hotels, in Murun town for 2 nights, and in Ulaan Uul town for 1 night in a log cabin.

Our professional expedition chef will be preparing both Mongolian and European cuisine for you. Depending on the itinerary of the day for example with lengthy driving, we will also be eating a packed lunch. Please don’t forget to write in our passenger list about your dietary requirements and allergies.
We will be providing you with mineral water, tea, and brewed coffee, but soda and juice will not be provided.

Certified English-speaking experienced Tour Leaders and Tour guides will be your friend and close partner for the duration of the trip and even after your departure. All Nomadic Trails team members have been trained personally by Nomadic Trails experts and the Mongolian Professional Tour Guide Association.

In the mornings, if you get up early, you can go on a walk, meditate or even read books.
During our drives, you will see stunning landscapes. You will witness the stunning view of mountains of unique formation, serene lakes, and frozen rivers. Sipping wine near a bonfire in the evenings, sharing memorable moments from our trip, and observing the starry sky is indeed a moment one can simply enjoy.

Tour's Location

Reviews

0/5
Not Rated
(0 Reviews)
Excellent
0
Very Good
0
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0
0 reviews on this Tour - Showing 1 to 0

Write a review

From: $1.900,00
0 (0 Reviews)

Owner

NomadicDemo

Member Since 2024

Explore other options