Mongolia Birdwatching Tours – Steppe, Mountains & Wildlife
Mongolia – A Paradise for Bird and Mammal Watchers
Mongolia is a true paradise for birdwatchers and mammal enthusiasts, lying at the crossroads of several zoogeographic regions and influenced by each of them. With over 520 recorded bird species, the country offers incredible diversity, and while there are no strict endemics, more than 30 globally threatened species can be found here. For birders, Mongolia is one of the best places to see rare raptors such as the Saker Falcon alongside a wide variety of migratory and steppe specialists.
The country also boasts around 140 species of mammals, with 28 listed as endangered. While many are small mammals such as gerbils and jerboas, Mongolia also provides opportunities to see some of Asia’s most iconic large mammals. Highlights include the successfully reintroduced Przewalski’s Horse, the elusive Snow Leopard, and rugged steppe dwellers like Argali, Ibex, Grey Wolf, and the hardy Bactrian Camel.
This blend of steppe, desert, and mountain habitats makes Mongolia one of the most rewarding destinations for wildlife travel—where every day offers the chance to see globally significant species in a spectacularly unspoiled landscape.
Mongolia Birdwatching Tours —
Discover Asia’s Wild Edge
Location : Mongolia
Mongolia’s nomadic lifestyle and low population density have helped preserve one of the world’s last great wildernesses. The landscape is a mosaic of treeless steppe plains, high snow-capped mountains, winding rivers, vast lakes, marshlands, taiga forests, and sandy deserts. This remarkable habitat diversity supports a wealth of wildlife and creates endless opportunities for exploration.
For birdwatchers, Mongolia is a dream destination. With more than 520 recorded bird species, many of them migratory, its open skies and pristine habitats provide some of the best birding in Asia. From steppe raptors to wetland specialists, every journey into Mongolia’s wilderness offers the chance to encounter rare and globally important species in a truly breathtaking setting.
Tour Duration
15 Days
Group Size
Location : Mongolia
This epic expedition ventures deep into the majestic Altai Mountains in Mongolia’s far west, in search of one of the world’s most enigmatic predators—the elusive Snow Leopard. With around 20% of the global Snow Leopard population found in this region, the Altai is among the best places on Earth to encounter this rare and iconic cat. Alongside Snow Leopards, we’ll also look for other steppe and mountain specialists, including Pallas’s Cat, Mongolian Saiga, Siberian Ibex, and more.
After arrival in Ulaanbaatar, we fly to Mongolia’s remote western frontier, where pristine wilderness and dramatic mountain landscapes set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. The Altai is also rich in Central Asian bird specialties, such as Altai Snowcock, Kozlov’s Accentor, Mongolian Ground Jay, and Pallas’s Gull. Birding above 3,000 m (MAMSL) is one of the highlights of this tour, with the chance of encountering unexpected Siberian migrants along the way.
This journey combines thrilling mammal watching with high-altitude birding, making it an unmissable experience for those seeking the wild heart of Central Asia.
Tour Duration
14 Days