LAND OF BLUE SKIES

Mongolia is incredible and timeless. From riding the two humped bactrim camels through the undulating sand dunes of the Gobi Desert, to sleeping under the stars in traditional gers, we'll embrace the intriguing way of life of Mongolia’s nomads and spend time with their fascinating eagle hunters. We will be visiting areas of Mongolia that not many get to... and shooting things not many people have the opportunity to photograph.... like.... the eagle hunters (!!!!!) in the Western part of Mongolia in the Altai Mountains. We'll also explore the life of Genghis Khan, Mongolian's hero and wander through the cashmere shops of Ulaanbaatar. Daily classes, on location help and edit/critique sessions make this workshop a must! 

OUR LOCATIONS

  • Ulaanbaatar, the Gadan Monastery, and the Amgalan Ger District
  • The Altai Mountains and the Eagle Hunters
  • Ulgii Town, the Gobi Desert
  • A Naadam Festival, the Flaming Cliffs 

 These locations are tentative and may change depending on weather and spontaneous photographic opportunities.

COST

About Ira Block

WHAT'S INCLUDED

10 Days/9 Nights

  • On location classes, demos and assistance in the field
  • 5 Edit & critique sessions
  • All breakfasts
  • 5 lunches
  • 7 dinners
  • Private location shoots with the Eagle Hunters
  • All local transportation, including all internal flights (3)
  • Travel, landscape, architecture, and people photography

This workshop does not include airfare to/from Mongolia. 

 

Weather  |  Sunrise/Sunset

August/September – Temps 75/45 F  Sunrise 6:00am | Sunset 7:30pm 

Travel Information

Airport: Buyant-Ukhaa International/Chingis Khaan International (ULN)

Transfer to hotel in Ulanbaataar is 20-30 minutes

Accommodations

Our accommodations are upscale boutique hotels in the 4 and 5 star category. We are also staying at the world renowned, Three Camel Lodge.

When we are out in the West visiting the Eagle Hunter, we will be staying in gers/tents as there are no hotels in this area. **Please note that even if you have requested SINGLE occupancy, we will need to double up on these nights. 

Fun Facts

Mongolia has Asia's second largest desert, the Gobi. During the peak of the Mongol Empire, the several important Silk Road cities were located along the Gobi.

The word 'Mongol' means brave. Ulan Bator means 'red hero'. It is also the coldest and most isolated capital in the world.

More Info Here