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MongoliaStarts in Ulaanbaatar5.0195 Tripadvisor reviews, operator

Mongolia - White Lake

  • 7 Days
  • Advanced
  • Intermediate
  • 1,600 km
  • Dual Sport
  • Enduro
  • August

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable off-road journey through the heart of Mongolia, where vast open landscapes, nomadic culture, and breathtaking natural wonders await. This 85% off-road adventure takes you deep into the Mongolian wilderness, where you’ll ride through rolling steppes, golden sand dunes, dramatic river canyons, and volcanic craters. Explore the ancient capital of Kharkhorin, visit the historic Erdene Zuu Monastery, and experience the warmth of traditional ger camps along the way.

This tour is a true adventure rider’s dream, offering a mix of fast steppe trails, technical river crossings, and sand riding. Ride past the stunning Orkhon Waterfall, soak in the Tsenkher Hot Springs, and camp beside the pristine White Lake, one of Mongolia’s most beautiful freshwater lakes. As you travel, encounter nomadic families, marvel at the raw beauty of the Chuluut River Canyon, and end each day under a sky full of stars. With rugged Husqvarna FE450 and 701 Enduro bikes, experienced guides, and full support vehicles, this is the ultimate way to explore Mongolia’s untouched landscapes on two wheels!

Highlights

White Lake (Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake) – One of Mongolia’s most stunning freshwater lakes
Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes – Epic dune riding and desert landscapes
Orkhon River Valley & Canyon – A UNESCO-listed landscape with ancient history
Tsenkher Hot Springs – Natural hot springs deep in the Khangai Mountains
Ulaan Tsutgalan Waterfall – The biggest waterfall in Mongolia
Kharkhorin & Erdene Zuu Monastery – The ruins of the Mongol Empire’s ancient capital
Khustai National Park – Home to Mongolia’s reintroduced wild horses
Nomadic Culture – Experience authentic Mongolian traditions, meet herders, and enjoy BBQ under the stars
  1. DAY0

    Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

    • Airport pick-up and transfer to UB Grand Hotel (or preferred accommodation)

    • Meet the crew and fellow riders for a tour briefing & gear check

    • Welcome dinner at Hutong Restaurant (Shangri-La Hotel)

  2. DAY1

    Ulaanbaatar to Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes (350 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 12 Approx. 350 km
    • Ride out of the city, hitting the open Mongolian steppe

    • Cross remote terrain to Elsen Tasarkhai, an isolated sand dune system

    • Camp under the stars, next to a bonfire BBQ

  3. DAY2

    Sand Dunes to Uurtiin Tokhoi (160 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 5.5 Approx. 160 km
    • Morning sand riding session in the dunes

    • Ride through Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire

    • Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, Mongolia’s earliest Buddhist monastery

    • Arrive at a Ger camp next to the Orkhon Canyon, with fly fishing opportunities

  4. DAY3

    Uurtiin Tokhoi to Tsenkher Hot Springs (240 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 8.5 Approx. 240 km
    • Ride through Orkhon River Valley, a UNESCO-listed region

    • Visit the Ulaan Tsutgalan Waterfall, the largest in Mongolia (26m high)

    • Arrive at Tsenkher Hot Springs, a natural geothermal spa in the mountains

    • Relax in an open-air hot spring pool at Khangai Resort Camp

  5. DAY4

    Tsenkher Hot Springs to White Lake (202 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 7 Approx. 200 km
    • Ride past Chuluut River Canyon and the Khorgo Volcano

    • Arrive at Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake (White Lake) – one of Mongolia’s most beautiful lakes

    • Stay at Maikhan Tolgoi Ger Camp, famous for its unbeatable lakeside location

  6. DAY5

    White Lake to Ugii Lake (250-300 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 9.5 Approx. 280 km
    • Ride across remote steppes and river valleys

    • Arrive at Ugii Lake, known for birdlife, swimming, and fishing

    • Wild camping on the lakeshore, with a BBQ dinner under a sky full of stars

  7. DAY6

    Ugii Lake to Khustai National Park (280 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 9.5 Approx. 280 km
    • Ride towards Khustai National Park, home to Mongolia’s reintroduced Przewalski’s horses

    • Experience the vast steppe landscapes and encounter Mongolian nomads

    • Ger camp stay with a traditional dinner

  8. DAY7

    Return to Ulaanbaatar (90 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 3 Approx. 90 km
    • Final ride back to the capital

    • Check-in at the hotel, rest & refresh

    • Farewell dinner at Ulaanbaatar’s best hot pot restaurant

    • Optional: Explore UB nightlife with the crew

  9. DAY8

    Departure

    • Airport transfer & departure

    • End of tour

Tour itinerary

  1. DAY0

    Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

    • Airport pick-up and transfer to UB Grand Hotel (or preferred accommodation)

    • Meet the crew and fellow riders for a tour briefing & gear check

    • Welcome dinner at Hutong Restaurant (Shangri-La Hotel)

  2. DAY1

    Ulaanbaatar to Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes (350 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 12 Approx. 350 km
    • Ride out of the city, hitting the open Mongolian steppe

    • Cross remote terrain to Elsen Tasarkhai, an isolated sand dune system

    • Camp under the stars, next to a bonfire BBQ

  3. DAY2

    Sand Dunes to Uurtiin Tokhoi (160 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 5.5 Approx. 160 km
    • Morning sand riding session in the dunes

    • Ride through Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire

    • Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, Mongolia’s earliest Buddhist monastery

    • Arrive at a Ger camp next to the Orkhon Canyon, with fly fishing opportunities

  4. DAY3

    Uurtiin Tokhoi to Tsenkher Hot Springs (240 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 8.5 Approx. 240 km
    • Ride through Orkhon River Valley, a UNESCO-listed region

    • Visit the Ulaan Tsutgalan Waterfall, the largest in Mongolia (26m high)

    • Arrive at Tsenkher Hot Springs, a natural geothermal spa in the mountains

    • Relax in an open-air hot spring pool at Khangai Resort Camp

  5. DAY4

    Tsenkher Hot Springs to White Lake (202 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 7 Approx. 200 km
    • Ride past Chuluut River Canyon and the Khorgo Volcano

    • Arrive at Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake (White Lake) – one of Mongolia’s most beautiful lakes

    • Stay at Maikhan Tolgoi Ger Camp, famous for its unbeatable lakeside location

  6. DAY5

    White Lake to Ugii Lake (250-300 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 9.5 Approx. 280 km
    • Ride across remote steppes and river valleys

    • Arrive at Ugii Lake, known for birdlife, swimming, and fishing

    • Wild camping on the lakeshore, with a BBQ dinner under a sky full of stars

  7. DAY6

    Ugii Lake to Khustai National Park (280 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 9.5 Approx. 280 km
    • Ride towards Khustai National Park, home to Mongolia’s reintroduced Przewalski’s horses

    • Experience the vast steppe landscapes and encounter Mongolian nomads

    • Ger camp stay with a traditional dinner

  8. DAY7

    Return to Ulaanbaatar (90 km)

    Riding Hours: approx. 3 Approx. 90 km
    • Final ride back to the capital

    • Check-in at the hotel, rest & refresh

    • Farewell dinner at Ulaanbaatar’s best hot pot restaurant

    • Optional: Explore UB nightlife with the crew

  9. DAY8

    Departure

    • Airport transfer & departure

    • End of tour

Your adventure starts in Ulaanbaatar. The map below shows where this tour takes you, with the overnight stops and highlights along the way.
1600 kmTotal riding distance
7Riding days
90% Unpaved, Mountain Trails, DesertTerrain

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Indicative route. The real tracks follow the guide. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Route and Location

Your adventure starts in Ulaanbaatar. The map below shows where this tour takes you, with the overnight stops and highlights along the way.
1600 kmTotal riding distance
7Riding days
90% Unpaved, Mountain Trails, DesertTerrain

The map is loaded from OpenStreetMap once you press the button.

Indicative route. The real tracks follow the guide. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

  • 2 nights in Ulaanbaatar (UB Grand Hotel or equivalent)

  • Ger Camps in scenic locations (Orkhon Canyon, White Lake, Khustai National Park)

  • 1 night of wild camping at Ugii Lake

  • Hot spring resort stay at Tsenkher

  • 2 nights in Ulaanbaatar (UB Grand Hotel or equivalent)

  • Ger Camps in scenic locations (Orkhon Canyon, White Lake, Khustai National Park)

  • 1 night of wild camping at Ugii Lake

  • Hot spring resort stay at Tsenkher

Motorcycle Rental: Husqvarna FE 450 or 701 Enduro
Airport Transfer
Expert Guide & Mechanic
Private Chef & Support Crew (1 guide, 1 mechanic, 1 private chef, 2 assistants)
2 Toyota Land Cruiser Support Vehicles
All Meals & Drinking Water
Camping Gear & Ger Camp Costs
National Park Entrance Fees
Fuel for the Entire Tour
Flights to/from Mongolia
Visa Fees (if required)
Personal Travel & Medical Insurance (Mandatory)
Protective Gear (Available for €25/day rental)
Alcoholic Beverages & Personal Expenses
Motorcycle Rental: Husqvarna FE 450 or 701 Enduro
Airport Transfer
Expert Guide & Mechanic
Private Chef & Support Crew (1 guide, 1 mechanic, 1 private chef, 2 assistants)
2 Toyota Land Cruiser Support Vehicles
All Meals & Drinking Water
Camping Gear & Ger Camp Costs
National Park Entrance Fees
Fuel for the Entire Tour
Flights to/from Mongolia
Visa Fees (if required)
Personal Travel & Medical Insurance (Mandatory)
Protective Gear (Available for €25/day rental)
Alcoholic Beverages & Personal Expenses

Motorcycle Responsibility

  • Riders must inspect their motorcycle before departure and report any existing issues.
  • Any damage caused by reckless handling, accidents, or theft must be covered by the rider.
  • If a bike becomes unusable due to an accident, the rider may need to complete the tour in the support vehicle.

Travel & Insurance Requirements

  • Riders must have valid motorcycle travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and motorcycle riding.
  • A valid motorcycle license is required for all participants.

Required Documents & Deposits

  • A valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond the tour dates.
  • Any required visa for Mongolia (check with your local embassy).
  • A security deposit for the motorcycle may be required at the start of the tour.

Physical & Riding Requirements

  • Riders must be physically fit and comfortable handling off-road terrain, including sand dunes, rocky tracks, and long desert stretches.
  • The tour is suitable for riders with intermediate to advanced off-road riding experience.

Miscellaneous

  • The weather in the Gobi Desert can vary, with hot days and cold nights. Bring layered clothing for temperature changes.

Motorcycle Responsibility

  • Riders must inspect their motorcycle before departure and report any existing issues.
  • Any damage caused by reckless handling, accidents, or theft must be covered by the rider.
  • If a bike becomes unusable due to an accident, the rider may need to complete the tour in the support vehicle.

Travel & Insurance Requirements

  • Riders must have valid motorcycle travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and motorcycle riding.
  • A valid motorcycle license is required for all participants.

Required Documents & Deposits

  • A valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond the tour dates.
  • Any required visa for Mongolia (check with your local embassy).
  • A security deposit for the motorcycle may be required at the start of the tour.

Physical & Riding Requirements

  • Riders must be physically fit and comfortable handling off-road terrain, including sand dunes, rocky tracks, and long desert stretches.
  • The tour is suitable for riders with intermediate to advanced off-road riding experience.

Miscellaneous

  • The weather in the Gobi Desert can vary, with hot days and cold nights. Bring layered clothing for temperature changes.
Total Distance
1600 KM
Comfort Rating
5/10
Duration
7 Days
Tour Availability
June, July, August
Min. Group Size
2 Riders
Max. Group size
12 Riders
Bike Type
Dual Sport, Enduro
Difficulty Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Pillion Friendly?
No
Terrain
90% Unpaved, Mountain Trails, Desert, River Crossings, Gravel
Special Feature
includes-guide, mechanic-support, all-inclusive
Support level
Mechanic Support, Local Guide, Medical Support, Private Chef, Trip Manager
Total Distance
1600 KM
Comfort Rating
5/10
Duration
7 Days
Tour Availability
June, July, August
Min. Group Size
2 Riders
Max. Group size
12 Riders
Bike Type
Dual Sport, Enduro
Difficulty Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Pillion Friendly?
No
Terrain
90% Unpaved, Mountain Trails, Desert, River Crossings, Gravel
Special Feature
includes-guide, mechanic-support, all-inclusive
Support level
Mechanic Support, Local Guide, Medical Support, Private Chef, Trip Manager
Nomadic Offroad has a local team with extensive knowledge of the rugged Mongolian terrain. Offers guided off-road adventures across steppes, deserts, and mountains, often with small groups and camping for a true nomadic experience.
Nomadic Offroad has a local team with extensive knowledge of the rugged Mongolian terrain. Offers guided off-road adventures across steppes, deserts, and mountains, often with small groups and camping for a true nomadic experience.

Tour Information & Request

Duration7 days
CountryMongolia
Starting pointUlaanbaatar
MotorcycleHusqvarna 701 Enduro | Husqvarna FE 450
USD 5050
per rider, incl. bike rental
5.0 · 195 reviewsOperator rating on Tripadvisor, not this specific tour.
Starting Point
Ulaanbaatar
Motorcycle
Husqvarna 701 Enduro | Husqvarna FE 450
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  • The local operator confirms availability
  • You decide whether to proceed

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Questions about this tour

Can a passenger ride along?

The operator does not list this tour as passenger friendly. If you want to ride with a passenger, ask the operator in your request.

How many riders are in a group?

The operator lists up to 12 riders and a group size of 2.

What is included?

According to the operator: Motorcycle Rental: Husqvarna FE 450 or 701 Enduro; Airport Transfer; Expert Guide & Mechanic; Private Chef & Support Crew (1 guide, 1 mechanic, 1 private chef, 2 assistants); 2 Toyota Land Cruiser Support Vehicles; All Meals & Drinking Water; Camping Gear & Ger Camp Costs; National Park Entrance Fees; and more. See the full list in the section "What's (not) Included".

Where do we stay?

2 nights in Ulaanbaatar (UB Grand Hotel or equivalent) Ger Camps in scenic locations (Orkhon Canyon, White Lake, Khustai National Park) 1 night of wild camping at Ugii Lake Hot spring resort stay at Tsenkher

How far is the tour?

The tour covers about 1,600 km in 7 days, according to the operator listing.

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