Fishing Tour in Khövsgöl National Park
Overview
The usual size of a Mongolian fish is large and can be quite a challenge to catch. Specially Taimen, the largest of salmon family, which you can catch at Tengis, Shishigt river in Khövsgöl aimag.
The average size of a Taimen is 33 inches long and it weighs around 20 pounds. During this fishing tour in Khövsgöl National Park, the odds are that you will be able to catch even larger fish. You will stay in a fisherman's lodge and be able to enjoy the beauty of the peaceful nature in an unforgettable opportunity to escape the chaos of urban life.
With this tour, we give you the opportunity to open the gates to untouched wildlife, to explore the beautiful landscapes and experience Mongolian ancient history and nomad lifestyle. Our friendly team provides you personal service and unforgettable memories.
We don't have predefined tours, we will create a tour together according to your wishes: you can choose the duration, the activities, and the treks you want to do.
Price based on Pax
*All these prices are /person /day.
This does not include the transfer from Ulaan-Baator. Booking tickets on Mongolian websites can be confusing, so if you want we can book them for you (by plane or bus // we don't add charges on it).
Services included
All entrance fees
All meals
Accommodations
Transfers during tour
Driver & Guide
Camping equipment
Alcoholic Beverages
Services not included
Visa
International Airfare
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Gratuity
Example of What you can fish
TAIMEN (HUNCHO TAIMEN)
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Taimen family: Salmonidae (Salmonids).
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Range: North-Central Asia (Mongolia and Siberia).
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Habitat: Rivers and lakes. Prefers large, flowing, shallow, cold rivers with deep pools.
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Size and weight: Up to 200 pounds (90kg) and 7 feet (2.1m) long. Commonly over 20 pounds (9.5kg).
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Food: Rodents, lemmings, mammals, birds, mice, smaller fish.
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Fishing: Best results with simple mouse patterns and very large hooks. streamer flies, surface and swimming lures and plugs, spoons and spinners. Also ink-tips and sinking lines works well. Best seasons are May/June and September / October.
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Others: The Taimen, the world’s largest salmonid, is a relativley unknown fish in the western hemisphere. It is a hard-fighting and a ferocious predator that will eat everything they can fit in their mouth. Spawns in May.
LENOK (BRACHYMYSTAX LENOK)
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Family: Salmonidae (Salmonids).
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Range: North-Central Asia (Mongolia and Siberia).
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Habitat: Rivers and lakes. Prefers large, flowing, shallow, cold rivers.
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Size and weight: Up to 40 inches long. Commonly between 16 to 25 inches
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Food: Insects (aquatic and terestrial), caddis, mayflies, mice, small fish.
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Fishing: Lighter fly rods, mice patterns, streamers, dry flies, hoppers, floating lures.
AMUR PIKE (EXOX REICHERTII)
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Family: Esocidae (Pikes).
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Range: Northeast and Central Asia, Amur river system.
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Habitat: Prefers cold and well-oxygenated rivers.
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Size and weight: Up to 30 pounds (12kg) and 3 feet (0.9m) long.
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Food: Insects (aquatic and terrestrial), mice, small fish.
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Fishing: Not common fish in Mongolian lakes and rivers and therefore not well-known places for fishing reported.
Good to know
Travel style & Difficulty
Get ready! You must be in good health as this trip is mostly compromised of camping in the wild.
Best time to make this trip
Between July and October.
Accommodation
We believe that comfortable, welcoming accommodation is vital to the enjoyment of your trip. You will sleep in ger camp and hotels.
Meals
Meals are prepared by our chef. It will include BBQ, traditional and western dishes. Please let us know in advance if you are a vegetarian.
Personal things to bring with you
Warm layers of clothing are the best such as bring a waterproof jacket. All your camera equipment. Your fishing equipment.
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