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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 beautiful place.This tour takes place in the amazing
National Parks of Terelj and Gün Galuut, paradise
for birders. Taking part in the tour you will have great
opportunities of watching and photographing many species
of waterbirds including some endangered species; Swans,
Geese, Cranes, Storks, Herons, Ducks, Gulls; and forest
birds- Cuckoos, Owls, Larks, Woodpeckers, Thrushes as
well as raptors Falcons, Hawks, Eagles, Vultures, Buzzards;
from the closest distance. You will also watch Argali
Mountain Wild Sheep-Dream of every hunter, and Takhi-
Only existing specie of wild horse worldwide.
The tour is planned precisely with a high consideration
on safety, education, comfort and of course a lot of
fun. An ornithologist professor is available to be invited from Zoology
Department of Mongolian National University to lead
the tour and share his knowledge of bird lives in different
areas at some extra charge. Birdlife
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Style:
Traveller
Tour grade: Easy
Duration: 6 days/5 nights
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Birdwatching dates for 2013:
mid May - late September on request.
Land only price 2013: per person |
| Group
size |
USD |
| 2
pax |
1185 |
| 3-5
pax |
990 |
| 6
and more |
890 |
Low
Season Discounts  |
| May,
Jun, Sep |
5%
discount |
Discount conditions: . 1
free space for 16 + 1 PAX . For children
of family trip
. More attractive prices for groups of 12 and
more people! Included in
the price:
. Twin accommodation in hotel,
ger camps
. Guiding and interpreting service (guide with excellent birding knowledge)
. Renting transport + driver with petrol, lubricants,
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 supplement160 US$ is available |
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1-2 |
Met in Ulaanbaatar and drive to Gun-Galuut
Nature Reserve with a stop at Giant Genghis Statue Complex, transfer to a ger camp. Bird watching in Gun-Galuut: Bird watching
at the lakes Ayaga and Ikh-Gun. You can also have
opportunities of watching endangered wild mountain
sheep-Argali at the beautiful mounts nearby. Full
board at the ger camp. |
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3 |
After
breakfast drive to Terelj National Park for 2
hours. Transfer to a ger camp. Bird watching at
the National Park. Lunch, dinner and overnight
there. |
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| Day
4-5 |
Transfer to Hustai national park and enjoy 2 days of bird watching in this amazing national park full of wildlife. |
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| Day
6 |
Transfer
to Ulaanbaatar. End of service. |
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Gun-Galuut
Nature Reserve - is a nature reserve
with spectacular and untouched nature, which
is 130 km east in 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 also watch 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, Kite, Osprey, Buzzard,
Hawk and Vulture.
Terelj
National Park - In this amazing park
you have opportunities of watching many species
of waterbirds along the rivers Tuul and Terelj,
such as 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
so far. There is plenty of view from many species
of forest birds and prey birds too.
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.
Bird watching in Mongolia is unforgettable as
the country has over 425 bird species including
many rare species of cranes, swans, geese, eagles,
hawks, falcons and many more. Early morning
is typically the best time of the day for birding
since many birds are active searching for food,
and thus are easier to find and observe. Success
in locating the more interesting species typically
requires detailed knowledge of their appearance,
sounds, behavior, and most likely habitat, in
addition to stealth and patience. Birding in
Mongolia is quite famous for bird watchers and
keen birders come to Mongolia to take their
lifetime bird watching tours. Selena Travel
offers different long and short Mongolia bird
watching tours and our bird watching trips are
highly praised by birders. Come and take our
birding tours and watch Mongolian birds!
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| Critically
Endangered Siberian White Crane |
| Visiting
Ayaga Lake in autumn is a fascinating experience
with its hundreds of swans |
Thank you Selena Travel! I had such a great and
unique travel experience throughout my stay in Mongolia.
Loved visiting the nomads, traversing the sweeping
landscapes, experiencing its culture, watching wildlife,
the trip captures the essence of Mongolia.
Yiman
Ng, Canada
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