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Off-Road Motorcycle Tour Mongolia
Mongolia is a vast wilderness almost untouched and scattered with Nomadic people and an abundance of animals. Out here nomads are a living tradition. Steppe into the Gobi is a Motorcycle Tour almost exclusively off the beaten track, once out of Ulaan Bataar the are very few roads and no traffic as 40% of the population live in the capital. The terrain is vast and varied from the rolling steppe to the mighty Gobi desert. You can almost touch the vast emptiness of this wild and beautiful country. You move through this wilderness with the support crew in the true spirit of adventure.
Key information
- Terrain: Desert / steppe
- Bikes: rental bike (Royal Enfield 500cc Bullet)
- Mileage: 900 kilometers / 559 miles
- Riding gear: not included, please bring your own gear such as a good crash helmet (BS Kite Mark), waterproof bike boots, shin and ankle protection, etc.
- Meals: All meals included
Highlights
- Riding hours: 4-6 per day
- Starts and ends in Ulaanbataar
- Experience a ride to the Gobi Desert
- Ride through the Steppe and observe the nomadic lifestyle
- Admire the view at Ganga Lake, a famous site for birdwatching
- 11 nights accommodation
- Airport transfers
Skill level
- Advanced
Accommodation
The accommodation in Mongolia is either in tents or the occasional Gher camp. Everyone has their own tent and the tents give us the flexibility to camp anywhere as befits the country you are riding through. The Gher Camps tend to be shared but have the addition of wood-burning stoves and restaurant areas to hang out. A true adventure in the wild.
Program
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar
Mongolia’s capital is full of life and well worth a look around. You will all meet for drinks and some dinner before heading to the wilderness the next day. The briefing will give you an idea of what lies ahead.
Day 2: Undurkhaan City
An easy ride to the Herlen River which has its origin on the south slopes of the Khentii mountains. Plenty of paved roads today and a chance to stop at the incredible 40-meter tall statue of Chinggis Khan on horseback. You camp next to the river.
Day 3: Khenti to Sukhbaatar Province
You are entering steppe area riding through stunning grassland and valleys. Steppe is an incredible ride as you can make your own paths across generally smooth grassland, watch out for the marmot holes! You will be camping near Mukhkhaan village.
Day 4: Through the steppe
Onwards through the Steppe for many symbolic of the Mongolian countryside. Detouring up hills for the view. Nomadic tracks provide a sense of direction. Ride via Baruun Urt city and camp after the city.
Day 5: To Shilin Bogd
One of Mongolia’s famous sacred areas. They say all men should go there and meet early at sunrise to ensure a prosperous year ahead with lots of good luck. It's located on the border of Mongolia and China. The accommodation tonight is in a Gher Camp.
Day 6: Ride via Ganga Nuur Lake
Famous for bird watching and beautiful landscape. More nomadic tracks passing Gher Camps, now approaching the Gobi a name many associates with the Mongolian desert and camels. This area is the transition between the Southern Steppes and the Gobi desert. You camp after Dariganga village.
Day 7: Ride to Sainshand City
A long ride to Sainshand city the capital of Dornogobi province. Mixed tracks and roads make for a full day's riding experience. You will be staying the night in a hotel in town.
Day 8: Destination Khamriin Khiid
An ancient monastery and energy center in the Gobi Desert. The landscape surrounding this spiritual center has a stark natural beauty. They believe that here all the energy of the world converges. The original monastery was founded in 1820 by Danzan Ravjaa but was subsequently destroyed in 1937. There are also caves that were used for high levels of meditation for 108 days. Feel the force!
Day 9: Ride to Undrushil Village
Today you ride to Undrushil Village in Gobi desert, more desert riding today which doesn’t mean loads of sand but mixtures of the track got to keep your wits about you and your concentration, and tonight you camp.
Day 10: Ride to Ikh Gazriin Chuluu
These are stunning mountains rising from the desert and a historical site. The terrain is inspiring and beautiful as the Gobi desert reveals itself in all its glory. Tonight the accommodation is in a Gher camp.
Day 11: Back to Ulaanbataar
Your final ride today takes us back into UB with a mixture of the nomadic tracks we have become accustomed to and asphalt as you cruise back into the capital. Here you have your final farewell dinner over a few beers.
Day 12: Departure day
Onward travel.
Extreme Bike Tours can change the tour itinerary without notice if required to deal with any issues that may arise in the countries we operate in, very often due to adverse weather conditions. The itinerary will not change much but if they can make it better, they always will.
Riding info
You are in Mongolia to ride. Once out of Ulaan Bataar there are little or no roads but tracks and steppe. Your guide will brief you on what to watch out for such as animals, sand, and mud. You will soon get used to it and find riding an amazing experience.
License
Please bring an international license to Mongolia as well as your country license. This is a prerequisite for riding here although in practice there are not many roads involved!
Bikes
The tour will use the Royal Enfield 500cc either the Classic, Desert Storm, or Bullet, an icon of the motorcycling world. This bike is resilient and will take whatever you can throw at it on whatever terrain. Built for the Indian roads and thumping since 1949, in Mongolia the tour uses the Bullet. The Extreme Bike Tours team has fitted them with off-road tires and the bike is up to the job!
Pillions
The group will have several support vehicles following for the entire tour so there is a chance to vary your journey and ride in the van should your backside need a break. Please bring whatever you think you might need for your comfort. On the whole, pillions spend at least 50% of the time in the vehicle but this is also an amazing journey.
Difficulty
Mongolia is almost entirely off-road based tour. It tends to be for experienced riders, although the tour did have some less experienced testing their mettle on this tour. You are camping along the route and it is physically demanding.
Fitness
You will know when choosing your tour whether you are fit enough for the tour. Some are more demanding than others due to distance or type of accommodation. Mongolia is a true adventure and our most physically strenuous tour.
Skill level required for this tour: Advanced
Advanced
- can ride for 5-6 hours
- extensive riding experience
- assistance on demand (if required)
- experienced with riding a variety of motorcycles
- comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions
Included excursions
You will have a sightseeing in Ulaanbaatar.
Location
Mongolia is where heaven and earth fuse into one part, a boundless blue sky colliding with an equally limitless sea of green. The occasional wooden shack or gher reminds you that humans do inhabit this enormous landscape. But, for the most part, it’s an unspoiled amphitheater of bounding gazelle, scurrying marmots, and tracks that squiggle endlessly into the distance.
The other major feature of the region is the vast Gobi desert. The final frontier and one of the most remote and the least visited parts of Mongolia. A venture into its depths is a challenge even to the most experienced of travelers.
The people in Mongolia are very friendly and the way of life unchanged for centuries. Ulaan Bataar is a well-equipped city with all kinds of restaurants and shopping if you have forgotten something don’t worry you can get it here.
Food
If you have any dietary requirements whether you are vegetarian, gluten intolerant, or anything else please let Extreme Bike Tours know beforehand so they can plan in advance.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
What's included
- 11 nights accommodation
- Motorcycle Royal Enfield 500cc Bullet
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Drinking water
- Support vehicle
- Mechanic and tour guide
- Spare parts for the bike
- Fuel and oil
- First-aid equipment
- Airport transfers
What's not included
- Flight tickets
- Visa
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal health insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport
11 km
Transfer included
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
