Cultural
Yak Herders of the East
Mongolia's best-kept secret — the Khentii yak pastures
Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
Group Size4 — 6 guests
From$6,400
The Experience
A journey through Mongolia
Eastern Mongolia remains one of the least-visited regions on Earth. Here, yak herders maintain a way of life unchanged for centuries in the lush Khentii Mountains — birthplace of Genghis Khan. This journey is for true explorers: no roads, no crowds, just misty valleys, ancient forests, and the warmest hospitality imaginable.
Trek through Genghis Khan's birthplace in the Khentii MountainsLive with yak herding families in remote mountain valleysLearn yak milk processing and butter churning
CategoryCultural
Gallery
Visual impressions
The Route
Your journey
Itinerary
Day by Day
1
Day 1
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Welcome dinner and journey briefing.
Airport pickupWelcome dinnerBriefing
2
Day 2
Drive to Khentii
Long scenic drive into the eastern mountains. First camp.
Scenic driveMountain arrivalCamp setup
3
Day 3
Yak Herder Family
Meet your host yak herding family. Learn their daily rhythms.
Family introductionYak milkingValley walk
4
Day 4
Butter & Cheese Making
Full day learning traditional dairy processing from the family matriarch.
Dairy processingButter churningCheese making
5
Day 5
Baljuna Lake
Trek to the sacred lake where Genghis Khan swore his famous oath of unity.
Lake trekSacred site visitHistory lecture
6
Day 6
Taimen Fishing
Fish for giant taimen in pristine rivers with local experts.
FishingRiver picnicConservation talk
7
Day 7
Forest Trek
Hike through untouched larch and birch forest with a naturalist guide.
Forest trekWildlife spottingMushroom foraging
8
Day 8
Second Family Visit
Visit another family in a different valley. Compare traditions.
Family visitCultural exchangeTraditional songs
9
Day 9
Return to UB
Drive back to the capital. Farewell dinner.
Scenic driveFarewell dinner
10
Day 10
Departure
Airport transfer.
Airport transfer
Details
What is included
Included
- All accommodation
- All meals
- Private 4WD vehicle
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Fishing equipment and permits
- Trekking support
- Family community fees
- Airport transfers
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Ready to embark?
Every journey with Highlight Mongolia is privately curated. Share your vision with our travel designers and we will craft an experience that exceeds every expectation.
Email usinfo@highlightmongolia.com
Call us+976 9940 0723
From$6,400