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The best time to make this trip: May to September is the best season, with the peak season in July for the Naadam Festival. July and August are also the wettest months of the year, but be assured; our climate is such that you will still have many sunny days at this time. The best time to horse trekking in Mongolia is June to October when the horses are at their best.
Meals: In Ulaanbaatar, you will be dining at fine European and Asian cuisine restaurants. Mutton, beef, rice and noodles form the basis of the Mongolian diet, so your meals will be based around this. However, the trail rations may include vegetables, eggs, peanut butter, cheese and sometimes yak! On some days there will be lunchboxes from tourist camps. It is good food and our experience has been that guests are happy with this arrangement. Please let us know in advance if you are a vegetarian. Alcohol is not provided on the trip but tourists are free to bring their own.
Personal things to bring with you: Warm thin layers of clothing are the best such as bring a waterproof jacket , and a hat and headscarf to protect you from the sun and winds. High boots are best for horse riding. Don't forgot insect repellent, sun cream, lip-gloss, water purifying tablets and first aid kit (medicine for headache, cold, diarrhea, runny nose; bandages; any medicine prescribed for you ). All your camera equipment.
Accommodation: We believe that comfortable, welcoming accommodation is vital to the enjoyment of your trip. You will be stay in a standard 3-4 star hotel in Ulaanbaatar
and a tourist ger camp (traditional dwelling) with currency (220V), shower and other useful services (2 or 4 people per ger) in the countryside. In some horse trekking days, you will use a western style tent. ( 2 people per one tent ). All accommodation offered by Black Ibex is personally checked by our staff to ensure high standards.
Transport: Black Ibex use the highest level, latest model, air-conditioned private vans or 4WD vehicles for the maximum comfort on your touring days. A day's drive in the countryside will be approx 200-250km. On average you will travel on horseback 20-25 kilometers a day for 5-8 hours. The escort vehicle will follow to provide the best support and safety for the riders. It will carry luggage, camping gear, water, food and first aid kit.
Staff: An English speaking Mongolian guide will accompany the group at all times. The guide will be a native Mongolian person with great local knowledge who can deal with any requests and ensure that your holiday to become one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life. In addition to a professional cook, a local horse trekking guide will follow you when you are horse trekking in Mongolia. They will take care of you and your horses.
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