Wilderness Expeditions
Mongolia's expansive terrain and diverse landscapes are home to a wide variety of animal species. The country boasts an impressive count of 136 mammal species, over 400 bird species, 76 fish species, 8 amphibian species, and 22 reptile species. As one of the least densely populated countries globally, Mongolia emerges as a wilderness haven for adventurous travelers.
Look Mongolia specializes in organizing wild adventures in the Khan Khentii Mountains wilderness areas, whether on horseback or through wildlife safaris in the Western Altai Mountains and Southern Gobi Desert. In Khan Khentii, travelers can immerse themselves in the dazzling beauty of wild forests, lush green valleys adorned with crystal-clear lakes and rivers, providing ample opportunities to witness wildlife, including Mongolian Maral elk, roe deer, wild boar, brown bears, and wolves.
The Western Mongolian Altai Mountain range harbors a rich population of Mongolia’s renowned Argali sheep, the largest wild sheep globally, along with Siberian Ibex, offering optimal chances for rare glimpses of the endangered snow leopard. The Gobi Desert and the eastern Mongolian steppe are home to thousands of gazelles. In the southwestern part of Mongolia’s vast desert, the world’s rarest animal, the Gobi bear, resides, while an abundance of wild ass and wild camels freely roam the territory. Rocky mountains within the Gobi region are inhabited by Argali sheep and Gobi ibex, contributing to a diverse and captivating wildlife experience for nature enthusiasts.