Reviews

‘One of the best things I’ve ever done! A great team worked hard to make sure we had everything we needed all the time. Beautiful country, delicious food, well-trained horses… who could ask for anything more?’

‘It’s tough; it’s incredibly beautiful, and it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a little of what it is like to be a Mongolian nomad—without all the hard work. We always felt safe, and we were so well cared for by guides, translators, cooks, herdsmen, and locals. Every day was an adventure.’

‘Wow! Shaun and I loved every minute of this trip. It was a fantastic mother-son trip of a lifetime. The guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and fun to hang out with for two weeks. There wasn’t a bad meal throughout the entire trip! My favourite day was when we woke up to a heavy snowfall and attended the Eagle Festival.’

‘Amazing experience! If you want to feel what it is to live like a Nomadic person of Mongolia, don’t hesitate, just do it and you won’t regret it!’

‘After this trip, I don’t think I can ever go back to a conventional holiday with smart hotels offering multiple TV channels, barista coffee by the pool, and cities which vary only in the occasional ‘speciality’ dishes. Mongolia showed me not just stunning scenery, but insight into a nomadic way of life, which is very much alive and current. Its nomadic people are integral to their natural environment rather than just visitors to it. I’ve heard this spoken about before, but to witness it happening all around me was quite profound.’

‘The Golden Eagle Festival Ride has left me in awe with its breathtaking scenery and warm people. The riding adventure I embarked on was a journey of self-discovery, and I am grateful for the unforgettable memories I made alongside fellow adventurers and majestic horses. Every day was new and exciting. If you are looking for an exhilarating adventure on wonderful horses, through a beautiful country with an endearing culture, look no further. This ride will not disappoint. Saying goodbye at the end of this holiday was difficult, as it was truly life-changing.’

‘A once-in-a-lifetime experience, with amazing guides who sing their local songs as you ride through breathtaking scenery that is unique in the world: snowy mountains up to 4,000 metres high, blue sparkling lakes, and the chance to participate in the Golden Eagle Festival. Galloping up a hill while beating a large, handsome man with a whip – all a local tradition – cheered on by the crowd… Where can this happen? Only in Mongolia!’

‘Writing about Mongolia is a bit like taking a photo of it, it cannot possibly begin to do it justice. So if you know in your heart that YOU WANT Mongolia, then book this ride and you will be richly and thoroughly rewarded. I was not the only person crying when this trip ended! It will touch you so deeply and forever stay in your heart.’

‘I absolutely loved the 8 days of riding in western Mongolia, covering over 180km, climbing to 3000m and crossing 3 mountain passes. To describe this journey as an adventure would be an understatement. The scenery, the culture, and the camaraderie with the team that guided and looked after us were truly exceptional. A special mention to the Mongolian horses who carried us so kindly over the rocky terrain. The two days at a regional eagle festival were absolutely fabulous. I will never forget watching people riding to the festival on their horses and the occasional motorbike, just casually carrying an eagle on their arm. The competitions were fab – watching the eagles launching from the hilltop and soaring down over the arena was brilliant! The kindness and patience of the eagle hunters in sharing their time and knowledge will always be remembered.’

‘If you are looking for a trip of a lifetime, where time is of no importance and your cellphones are no use, then the vast and beautiful country of Mongolia is for you. Camping out under the stars where you are fed very very well, you will get to meet some amazing people, see amazing landscapes, climb through many mountain passes, and hold an eagle – how incredible is that?! Mongolian people don’t have a lot, but they will always welcome you into their ger.’

‘The Golden Eagle Ride through western Mongolia will fill your eyeballs with joy and your heart with love for the country, the horses, and the people. You’ll want to cry a little bit, because nothing will ever be as beautiful again. Except for when you reach that next mountain pass. Or when you dismount beside that fresh, clear lake. Or when you race up and down desert-like dunes. Or when that first snowflake sticks to your eyelashes. Yes, you have to poop in a hole. Yes, you have to sleep in a tent. But honestly, I could have stayed another week. Or maybe forever.’

‘Best ride, so exciting! The ride suited me to a tee. I enjoyed the beautiful horses who knew their job and carried us safely, no matter what conditions were thrown at them. The vast landscape was breathtaking, so far from civilization, except for the occasional family with little children. They were all living in a Ger, raising cashmere goats and making goat curd. Participating in the Golden Eagle Festival was a highlight of my trip! The friendly fur-clad locals even let us join in on fun horseback games with them. This ride exceeded all of my expectations.’