2 day Express: Kharkhorin, Ugii Lake, & Semi-Gobi Tour

Discover Kharkhorum, Ugii Lake in Central Mongolia and experience camel riding in the Semi-Gobi on a guided tour.
DAY 1 – Drive to Kharkhorin via Elsen Tasarkhai (Semi-Gobi)

Drive to Kharkhorun via Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes, also known as the Semi-Gobi.
On the way, enjoy one hour of camel riding in the Semi-Gobi area.

Karakorum was the capital of the Great Mongolian Empire in the 13th century. It is located on the right bank of the Orkhon River, approximately 360 km southwest of Ulaanbaatar, the present capital of Mongolia.
In 1380, Karakorum was destroyed. About two centuries later, Avtai Khan, founder of the Erdene Zuu Monastery, established the monastery on the same site.

Today, Kharkhorun is rich in historical and cultural attractions, including the famous Erdene Zuu Monastery.

Overnight: Ger guesthouse / local ger hostel

DAY 2 – Kharkhorum to Ulaanbaatar via Ugii Lake

After breakfast, drive to Ugii Lake, a freshwater lake located in the open steppe of Central Mongolia. The lake covers an area of approximately 25 square kilometers, measuring 7 km long and 5 km wide, with a maximum depth of 15 meters.
During winter, the lake freezes, with ice sheets forming from November to May.

Ugii Lake is rich in biodiversity. Researchers have recorded 14 species of fish, 27 species of aquatic plants, and 48 species of aquatic animals. It is also an important stopover point for more than 150 species of migratory water birds.

Due to its large populations of geese and ducks, including rare species such as the spoonbill, Ugii Lake is part of the East Asian–Australasian Flyway international network, which protects migratory bird habitats.
In 1971, Ugii Lake was designated as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance.

The lake is considered sacred by local people, and traditional customs restrict certain activities in the water out of respect for local beliefs.

After visiting Ugii Lake, continue the drive back to Ulaanbaatar.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.