Khustain Nuruu Wild Horse Reserve

About this tour

In 1969 the takhi was extinct in the wild. Today Khustai's herds run free across 50,000 hectares of recovered grassland, monitored by Mongolian biologists who'll join your group for an on-site briefing. The same restoration techniques are now studied across Central Asia as a template for combatting desertification — making Khustai one of the most direct links between a half-day excursion and the COP17 agenda inside the conference hall.

Itinerary

1. 1

   08:45

   09:00 Meet the tour guide and group at Sukhbaatar Square.

2. 2

   09:00

   10:30 Drive to Khustai National Park. (Travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions.)

3. 3

   10:30

   11:15 Visit the Khustai National Park Museum.

4. 4

   Watch an introductory video presentation and learn about the park’s history, ecosystem, wildlife, and the successful conservation efforts behind the reintroduction of the Przewalski’s horse (Takhi).

5. 5

   11:15

   13:30 Explore Khustai National Park and search for the Takhi in the wild. Drive deeper into the park with a local guide or park ranger to observe the wild horses grazing freely across the steppe. Along the journey, you may also encounter red deer, marmots, foxes, and various bird species. Scenic stops and short nature walks may be included depending on weather and wildlife conditions.

What's in the package

What to bring

• Layered clothing — steppe temperatures swing 15 °C in a day
• Sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
• Closed walking shoes

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