Golden Eagle Festival
Two days at the festival
- Golden Eagle Festival opening and closing ceremonies
- Festival concert
Why this trip
Tour Highlights
Real eagle hunting
Ride with the hunters
- Real eagle hunting activities
- Ride horses with the hunters
- Explore the Altai Mountains
Live Kazakh culture
Stay with nomads and eagle hunters
- Visit Kazakh nomadic families
- Enjoy a “five fingers” feast
- Kazakh family concert
- Explore local markets
- Stay in Kazakh yurts
DAY1Fly from Ulaanbaatar to Ölgii or Khovd (Oct 1)
Fly from Ulaanbaatar to Ölgii or Khovd. The Bek Travel team meets you at the airport; from Khovd we drive over to Ölgii. Check in at Bek Travel’s hotel, then in the evening attend a Kazakh family concert and visit the local black market.
Stay: Bek Travel’s hotel in ÖlgiiMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Ölgii or Khovd, West Mongolia We'll meet you at Ölgii or Khovd Airport
Ulaanbaatar
You need to fly to Ölgii or Khovd
Fly from Ulaanbaatar to Ölgii or Khovd, where our team meets you at the airport.
Domestic flights are not included, but we're happy to help you book them.
Ask us to help with flightsDAY2Golden Eagle Festival Opening Ceremony (Oct 2)
The day begins with the opening ceremony of the Golden Eagle Festival, as eagles, hunters and crowds fill the valley. After the events, attend the festival concert at the local theatre.
Stay: Bek Travel’s hotel in ÖlgiiMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY3Festival Day 2 & Closing Ceremony (Oct 3)
Spend the full day at the Golden Eagle Festival as the competitions continue, and see the strong bond between hunter and eagle. In the evening, the closing ceremony brings it all to an end.
Stay: Bek Travel’s hotel in ÖlgiiMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY4Real Hunting Activities in Altantsogts (Oct 4)
Drive to Altantsogts village for two days of real eagle hunting. A Kazakh eagle hunter’s family welcomes you into their home with a traditional Five Fingers ceremony. Later, ride horses into the mountains with the hunters and follow them on real hunts, not demonstrations. Stay in cozy Kazakh yurts.
Stay: Kazakh yurts (eagle hunter’s family)Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY5More Hunting & Return to Ölgii (Oct 5)
Hunting continues in the morning, in different areas. In the afternoon, visit more eagle hunter families, then a farewell gathering with a goodbye Five Fingers feast, Kazakh dombra music and songs. Drive back to Ölgii for the night.
Stay: Bek Travel’s hotel in ÖlgiiMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY6Fly Back to Ulaanbaatar (Oct 6)
After breakfast we drop you at Ölgii airport for your flight back to Ulaanbaatar.
Stay: HomeMeals: Breakfast
Ölgii, West Mongolia We'll drop you at the airport
Ulaanbaatar
Fly back to Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast we drop you at Ölgii Airport (transfer included). Book your flight back to Ulaanbaatar for Day 6.
Domestic flights are not included, but we're happy to help you book them.
Ask us to help with flightsRoute map
Tour Map: Ölgii, the Festival and Altantsogts
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Group Departures
2027 Festival Tour Dates
Fixed-date tour: 1 to 6 October 2027. The Golden Eagle Festival is on 2 and 3 October 2027.
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No group tours in
Our group departures run from October, the best time for this tour.
Want to travel in ?
Book a private tour and we can try to customise this for you, depending on conditions.
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October departures
Group tour essentials
- Fixed dates built around the festival days
- Twin sharing accommodation
- Single occupancy available for an extra fee.
- 4x4 van for all tour transport
One price, no surprises
What's Included & Not Included
Included
Transport
- Airport transfer in West Mongolia
- 4x4 van
- Driver
- Fuel
Accommodation
- All accommodation in West Mongolia
- Other necessary items
Meals
- All meals in West Mongolia
- All drinks (except alcohol)
- Vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free meals available
Support team
- English-speaking guide
- Cook
- Logistics team
Permits & activity fees
- All entertainment & event fees
- Horses and wrangler fees
- Eagle hunter fees, incl. photos holding the eagle in traditional clothing
- Border area permits
- National park taxes
- Festival taxes
- Other administrative costs
Not included
- Domestic flights Ulaanbaatar ⇄ Ölgii. Need help with flights? Contact us
- Everything in Ulaanbaatar
- Airport transfers in Ulaanbaatar
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned as included
Questions
FAQs
Tour Experiences
I've never ridden a horse. Can I ride in Mongolia?
Yes. We choose horses to suit your experience and no prior riding is needed. If you've never ridden, our wrangler will lead your horse. Many guests ride for the first time with us and love the open steppe.
Price & Dates
Are there any additional costs?
Everything in the West Mongolia itinerary is included, including meals, transport and entertainment fees. Domestic flights are not included, and single occupancy has an extra fee.
Can I combine the Golden Eagle Festival with other tours?
Yes. If you wish to combine the festival with other tours, let us know and we will plan a custom trip for you.
Accommodation
Can I have my own room?
Accommodation is twin sharing. Single occupancy is available for an extra fee.
Meeting Point
Where does the tour start?
Ölgii or Khovd, West Mongolia We'll meet you at Ölgii or Khovd Airport
Ulaanbaatar
We'll meet you at Ölgii or Khovd Airport. You need to fly from Ulaanbaatar to Ölgii or Khovd. After you land, we take care of everything: everything is included in West Mongolia.
Domestic flights are not included, but we can help you book them.
Ask us to help with flightsWhere does the tour end?
Ölgii, West Mongolia We'll drop you at the airport
Ulaanbaatar
Your trip ends at Ölgii Airport. After breakfast on Day 6 we drop you at the airport (transfer included). Book your flight back to Ulaanbaatar for Day 6.
Domestic flights are not included, but we can help you book them.
Ask us to help with flightsFood
Are vegetarian meals available?
Yes. We provide vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals. Tell us your dietary needs and we will plan for them.
Gear
What gear is provided?
Sleeping bags, blankets, camping and cooking equipment and all activity gear are provided by Bek Travel.
What should I pack?
Pro tip: dress in layers. Quick-dry clothing beats cotton.
Pro tip: dress in layers. Quick-dry clothing beats cotton.
Pro tip: dress in layers. Quick-dry clothing beats cotton.
Pro tip: dress in layers. Quick-dry clothing beats cotton.
Pro tip: dress in layers. Quick-dry clothing beats cotton.
