Red cliff labyrinth of Khermen Tsav
8 SPRING / SUMMER / AUTUMN · CHALLENGING

Khermen Tsav Canyon Trek

Eight days in the Mongolian Grand Canyon. Red cliff walks, fossil forests, and two nights under stars where no ambient light reaches.

8DAYSChallengingEXPEDITIONFrom$3,600
EXPEDITION · TREK · MONGOLIA ·A
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The expedition

Overview

Eight days in the Mongolian Grand Canyon. Red cliff walks, fossil forests, and two nights under stars where no ambient light reaches.

The journey, day by day

Itinerary

Day 01

Ulaanbaatar arrival

Evening briefing.

Accommodation
Shangri La
Meals
Dinner
Day 02

Fly to Dalanzadgad, drive south

Long drive to the canyon edge.

Accommodation
Wilderness camp
Meals
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 03

North rim walk

Full day hike along the northern cliff line.

Accommodation
Wilderness camp
Meals
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 04

South rim and fossil beds

Guided walk with paleontologist.

Accommodation
Wilderness camp
Meals
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 05

Descend into the canyon

Full day in the labyrinth floor.

Accommodation
Wilderness camp
Meals
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 06

Transition toward dunes

Drive to Khongoryn Els for a final Gobi night.

Accommodation
Ger camp
Meals
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 07

Return to Ulaanbaatar

Flight back, farewell dinner.

Accommodation
Shangri La
Meals
BreakfastDinner
Day 08

Departure

Airport transfer.

Meals
Breakfast
Investment

Pricing

Standard
$3,600
per person
Deluxe
$5,800
per person
Private
$10,200
per person

Backcountry expedition. Physical fitness assessment required.

Included

  • All flights and 4WD transport
  • Two nights wilderness tent camp
  • Paleontology briefing with specialist

Not included

  • International flights
  • Sleeping bag rental optional
Gallery

In the field

Questions

Before you go

Ready to ride?

Private expeditions are limited to six guests per departure.