Altai Eagle Hunter Trek: Western Mongolia

August 11 to 24, 2019 |USD 4650 pp
**Due to high demand for this trip, this scheduled adventure is already fully booked. Pre-arranged groups of at least five people can enquire about the possibility of running a similar trek, perhaps in June, July or September **
A trip of a lifetime: Five words that arguably make up the most over-hyped tagline in adventure travel. But, imagine if you will, joining a pioneering expedition that will explore a spectacular and unexplored corner of the Altai mountains (that until last year was completely off-limits to outsiders), all the while supported by a bactrian camel train, and exclusively guided by one of the region's fabled eagle hunters. Well, now you're talking.
And there's more. Our team will trek deep into the larch-forested valleys, crystal-clear lakes and snow-capped peaks that straddle the wild border with China - home to snow leopard, brown bears, golden eagles and ibex - and tackle a final trip challenge by summiting a 3500m peak near sacred Ongon Khairikhan mountain that offers a stupendous panorama over the Altai. Finally, at the eagle hunter family ger camp of our trusted friend and guide, we will experience warmhearted Kazakh hospitality and witness an authentic eagle training session as Shohan prepares his young raptor for the winter hunts.
Why Join Our Team?
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Expedition Plan
This is a pioneering route through a remote region of western Mongolia that will require a degree of flexibility and self-reliance from the team. The following is only the outline daily plan.
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Practical Information
Rest assured we will be here to advise you on all aspects of preparing for, and participating in, this trip. Here are a few obvious places to start.
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A Final Word From A Previous Guest
Our two weeks in Mongolia's Altai Highlands were truly spectacular. The landscape, the nature and the people together made this a trip of a lifetime. Most importantly, none of this would have been possible without Adrian and his team at Whistling Arrow. Both planning and execution were spot on. Our route had been carefully thought through and as we trekked over some of the most stunning landscape we were well looked after at all times.
Adrian's own hands-on approach also made the trip special. He was a great guide and companion over our days together. Of course the key question is "would you do it again or a similar trip (with Whistling Arrow) and the emphatic answer is YES.
Simon