Mongolia · National Parks

Full-Day Terelj National Park Tour from Ulaanbaatar with Camel Ride

1 Day Round trip from Ulaanbaatar Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the world's biggest equestrian statue at the Genghis Khan Statue Complex
  • 02 Discover Terelj National Park's forested alpine mountains and unusual rock formations
  • 03 See Turtle Rock, the giant formation locals call Melkhi Khad
  • 04 Hike to the serene Ariyabal Buddhist Meditation Temple above the park
  • 05 Enjoy a camel ride or horseback experience in Terelj's scenic nature

Marvel at the grand Genghis Khan Statue Complex before heading to Terelj National Park, where forested alpine mountains and striking rock formations create a beautiful natural setting. See Turtle Rock, hike to the serene Ariyabal Buddhist Meditation Temple, and enjoy lunch at a ger camp in the park. You will also have the chance to ride a camel or travel on horseback through the scenic surroundings.

Marvel at the grand Genghis Khan Statue Complex before heading to Terelj National Park, where forested alpine mountains and striking rock formations create a beautiful natural setting.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Ulan Bator, Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Genghis Khan Statue Complex and Terelj National Park

  • Meet your tour guide at your hotel at 9 am and begin the drive to the Genghis Khan Statue Complex.

  • Explore the statue complex and enjoy panoramic views from the top of the statue. The Genghis Khan Statue Complex is currently the world's biggest equestrian statue at 40 m high. It is connected to Ulaanbaatar by a paved road of 54 km. A recreation area, restaurants, and souvenir shops occupy the base structure. From here, visitors can use an elevator or walk through the horse's chest and neck to reach the head, where they can take in far-reaching views over the complex area.

  • Continue to Terelj National Park and have lunch at a ger camp. The national park is popular among locals for its natural beauty, surrounded by forested alpine mountains and interesting rock formations.

  • Visit Turtle Rock formation, also called Melkhi Khad by the locals, an interesting giant rock formation that looks like a turtle. It is a popular spot for visitors to the area.

  • Ride a camel or travel on horseback through the scenic natural surroundings.

  • Hike to Ariyabal Meditation Temple, situated in the scenic area of Terelj National Park, 3 km from Turtle Rock. The temple is surrounded by scenic mountains with interesting rock formations and sits on top of the mountain. The gate entrance is accessible by car, hiking, or on horseback.

  • Return to Ulaanbaatar and transfer to your hotel around 6 pm.

Genghis Khan Statue Complex, Terelj National Park, Turtle Rock, Ariyabal Meditation Temple

Where this trip takes you

Genghis Khan Statue Complex, Terelj National Park, Turtle Rock, Ariyabal Meditation Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ulaanbaatar 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking guide

  • Driver

  • Lunch

  • Entrance tickets

  • Car

  • Fuel/petrol

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation

  • Breakfast

  • Dinner

  • Insurance

  • Personal expenses

  • Alcoholic beverages

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Tour start
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finish where they began, in Ulaanbaatar.

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