Tour code: FS-BJ7
Driving to pristine rivers, traversing splendid mountains, lush lakeside meadows and regal taiga forests, Mongolia offers one of the last wildernesses in Asia. Imagine camping in colorful tents, lulled by the playful sounds of silver streams and warmed by the mesmerizing flames of the camp fire. There are plenty colorful fish such as Hucho Taimen, a ferocious fish weighing 50 kg or more, Brachymystax Lenok a Mongolian trout, and Grayling (Thymallus brevirostris).
Other major species are: Pike, Golden Carp, Sig, Amur Catfish, River Perch, Siberian Umber, Roach, Burbot, Ide and Bull Ide. Rods and lines: 9ft rod for 9 or 10 wt lines is recommended for Taimen fishing .
TRIP ITINERARY:
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and transfer to hotel. City tour including a visit to Gandan Monastery, the largest Buddhist Center of Mongolia, followed by a visit to the National History Museum ,Traditional performance in the evening. (L.D )
Day 2: River Balj /Khentii
Drive to the River Balj. The fishing area in the campground extends about 10-15 km along the river and the surrounding area is sparsely populated, with the exception of a few nomadic dwellings.
(350 km). Overnight in a ger camp. (B.L.D)
Day 3- 5: Fishing
The peaceful environment offers a perfect opportunity to escape the tension of the city and just relax and unwind. The fishing season lasts from about August 20th till October 20th. During this period, there is no rain and water is usually transparent and at a low level, enabling the best catch. June 15th to July 5th is also possible as the water level is normal, however there is occasional rain.
Full day of fishing Stay overnight at ger camp. (B.L.D)
Day 6: Ulaanbaatar
Return drive back to the capital city and transfer to hotel. Free time . (B.L.D)
Day 7: Departure.
After breakfast depart to airport.
TRIP DETAILS:
-2 nights in hotels
-4 nights in ger camps
-Authentic Mongolian and international cuisines
-Visit to nomadic families
-Hiking and horse riding opportunities
-Excursions to selected museums and traditional folk performances
