About the Takhi or the Przewalski Horses

Przewalski's Horse (Equus ferus przewalskii, Mongolian: Òàõü, Takhi; Chinese: Yehmah), or Dzungarian Horse, is a rare and endangered subspecies of wild horse (Equus ferus) native to the steppes of central Asia. At one time extinct in the wild, it has been reintroduced to its native habitat in Mongolia at the Hustai National Park, Takhin Tal Nature Reserve and Khomiin Tal. The taxonomic position is still debated, and some taxonomists treat Przewalski's Horse as a species, Equus przewalskii. Przewalski's Horse is stockily built in comparison to domesticated horses, with shorter legs. Typical height is about 13 hands (1.32 m), length is about 2.1 m with a 90 cm tail. They weigh around 300 kilograms (660 lb). The coat is similar to dun coloration in domestic horses. It varies from dark brown around the mane (which stands erect) to pale brown on the flanks and yellowish-white on the belly. The legs of Przewalski's Horse are often faintly striped.

In the wild, Przewalski's Horses live in social groups consisting of a dominant stallion, a dominant lead mare, other mares, and their offspring. The patterns of their daily lives exhibit horse behavior similar to that of feral horse herds: Each group has a well-defined home range; within the range, the herd travels between three and six miles a day, spending time grazing, drinking, using salt licks and dozing. At night, the herd clusters and sleeps for about four hours. Ranges of different herds may overlap without conflict, as the stallions are more protective of their mares than their territory.

These trail rides are organised in the very scenic Hustai national park, very close to Ulaanbaatar just 1.5 hour drive, therefore, suitable for people spending few days in Mongolia and wishing to enjoy riding the Mongolian sturdy steeds without travelling too far. An experienced local horse wrangler will accompany the riders, and English speaking assistance is available at Hustai ger camp. Each day there will be about 6 hour ride (full day) or 2-4 hour ride (half day) depending on the program. The horses are carefully selected and horse equipments are good. Therefore, even people with no previous horse riding experience are welcome to take our trail rides.

Hustai National Park Trail Ride

	Itinerary   Day 1. Ulaanbaatar - Hustai national park. Horse riding. Meet at 9 am and drive to Hustai national park. Transfer to Hustai camp. Horse riding to view the Takhi wild horses and other wildlife. Packed lunch from Hustai camp. Return to the ger camp in the evening. Ger camp overnight. L+D Day 2. Horse riding. Transfer back to Ulaanbaatar. After breakfast we ride our horses again, this time to Moltsog sand dunes and nomadic families. Have lunch at a nomadic family. Return to the ger camp at 4 pm and transfer back to Ulaanbaatar. B+L

TOUR INFORMATION & RATES

	Duration: 2 days / 1 night* Horseback riding tour dates for 2012: May 25- Oct 15 upon request Land only price: per person Group size USD 1 pax 389 2 pax 299 3-4 269 5 and more 239   INCLUDED SERVICES Twin share accommodation: tourist ger camp 1.5 day of horse ride Wrangler for every 2-4 riders Private transfers with comfortable vehicle equipped with AC Meals as indicated (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner) Daily supply of bottled water NOT INCLUDED Travel insurances Gratuities Personal spending Please contact for more info or booking: info@mongoliahorseriding.com