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  • Horse Treks

    Explore the wild beauty of Mongolia on a horse trekking adventure! Picture yourself riding through vast, breathtaking landscapes, feeling the rhythm of your horse's hooves as you discover ancient nomadic trails and hidden gems. Experience the freedom of the open plains, connect with nature, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Mongolia. Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, authenticity, and the thrill of exploring this remarkable land on horseback!

  • Horse Treks

    Explore the wild beauty of Mongolia on a horse trekking adventure! Picture yourself riding through vast, breathtaking landscapes, feeling the rhythm of your horse's hooves as you discover ancient nomadic trails and hidden gems. Experience the freedom of the open plains, connect with nature, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Mongolia. Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, authenticity, and the thrill of exploring this remarkable land on horseback!

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Solo Cross - Country Horse Trekking in Mongolia

Dates are flexible
Solo training for 5-7days
Don't require experience
Teach from scratch to advanced

Tour overview

Have you ever been dreaming about riding solo across Mongolia? To make this dream come true there’s a lot you need to know. At Stepperiders we will teach you everything you need to know in a condensed time frame. Get no-nonsense, down-to-earth planning and advice including:

  • Horses: Stepperiders rents reliable horses for solo-trek. You will be taught how to ride your horse and manage a pack horse. How to take care of your horse(s) and be safe.

  • Tack: We will show you how to pack your equipment and secure it on your horse(s). It is possible to rent from us the equipment for the riding horses and pack-horses.

  • Itinerary: where to find water and grass for your horses, terrain, dangers etc

  • Communicating with herders: how to ask for lodging or food to a herder family, how much to pay, customs.

  • Culture: customs, taboos, dos and don’ts.

  • Language: essential Mongolian language phrases.

  • Safety: dangers and annoyances, horse thieves. You have to prepare an emergency plan in case of injury: who to contact, nearest hospital, insurance etc. We highly recommend you bring a satellite phone and GPS tracker with emergency button.

  • Behind those big brown eyes: understanding the Mongolian horse.

Tour plan

You will decide how many days you want to stay and which topics you need to focus on. Usually people train for 5 to 7 days before to start their solo trek. The minimum training for people renting our horses is 5 days and horses can only be rented from May 15th (possibility to start the training early May).

We charge $95 per person per day for solo training, this includes all meals and accommodation in a ger. You will be training with the experienced horsemen, so please decide on your dates as soon as possible, then contact us to get your deposit in to lock in those dates.

Tour Itineraries

Solo Horse Trekking in Mongolia

We rent horses and equipment only.
No guide is included — this is a true independent solo trek experience.

To rent our horses, you must:

  • complete at least 5 days of training

  • inform us in advance so we can prepare horses and equipment

  • demonstrate safe riding and handling during training

Our horses are well-trained, calm, and reliable, making them far safer than purchasing a random horse from a herder — which can be unpredictable for long journeys.
For this reason, we strongly recommend trekking with our horses.

Pricing

Horse Rental

  • 700 USD per horse (same price for riding horses and pack horses)

  • 175 USD refunded after 10 days when the horse is returned safely

    • Equivalent to a 25% safety deposit returned at camp

Equipment Rental

  • 150 USD for riding horse equipment, including:

    • saddle

    • bridle

    • hobbles

    • sticks

    • ropes

    • saddlebags

  • 50 USD for pack horse equipment

    • ropes

    • hobbles

    • sticks

    • saddlebags / pack system

You may bring your own equipment if you prefer.
We recommend preparing your gear early so you can practice packing during training.

Route Planning Support

Before your trek, you should have an idea of where you would like to travel.

Our team will help you refine and finalize the best and safest route, based on:

  • weather conditions

  • water and grass availability

  • your riding level

  • your time frame

  • seasonal access

We will make sure you start your journey fully prepared.

Safety & Emergency Planning

Solo trekking requires responsible preparation.
You must have a personal emergency plan, including:

  • your embassy’s phone number

  • insurance emergency number

  • international emergency clinic contacts (we recommend SOS Medica)

  • closed-front stirrups (to reduce the risk of being dragged)

  • lightweight camping equipment

  • water filter or purification system

Note:
We do not rent GPS trackers or satellite phones.
Most solo trekkers rent these in their home country through insurance or outdoor equipment companies.

Food, Supplies & Daily Costs

Basic food can be purchased in Ulaanbaatar and in small countryside villages.
You can also bring special items from home if you prefer.

Daily expenses on a solo trek are very low — most riders spend 5–10 USD per day, covering:

  • simple meals

  • national park entry fees

  • local SIM card with data

We highly recommend purchasing a Mongolian SIM card before leaving Ulaanbaatar.covers:

  • simple meals

  • national park entry fees

  • a Mongolian SIM card with mobile data

We highly recommend purchasing a local SIM card before leaving Ulaanbaatar.

Price Details

From: $1200/pp

Group size Price per person
1 pax $1200/pp

Included and Excluded

Solo trainer
Meals (B+L+D)
Practical + theory lessons
Accommodation in Ger (yurt)
2 horses per rider (riding + pack horse)
Only the listed services during training days at Stepperiders Camp are included. All other items or services are excluded.

Meet Eva, a fearless adventurer who embarked on one of our solo treks with unparalleled courage. She's not just an influencer; she's an inspiration—an epitome of bravery and womanhood. If you're craving the thrill of a solo trek, look no further! Get in touch with us, and let's turn your dream into reality. We're thrilled to be a part of your next great adventure!

key info
  • Train for your own independent horse trek in Mongolia — only $95/day!
Tour Schedule

  • 15 May - 15 Oct 2026

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