THE WILD WEST:
WESTERN MONGOLIA
THE WILD WEST
》TRIP INFO
LOCATION: WESTERN MONGOLIA
DATES: JUNE 14-21, 2024
INSTRUCTORS: KRIS ANDRES + DAVE BROSHA*
PHOTOGRAPHY LEVELS: ALL
PHYSICAL RATING: MODERATE
WHERE YOU’LL STAY: HOTELS + TENTS
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 16
COST: $7,750 CAD
A payment plan is available for this workshop. See below.
Photos by Kris Andres.
Interested in attending both Mystic Mongolia and The Wild West workshops? There’s a discount of $1,250 CAD (to be deducted from future installments). Simply pay your deposits and contact us if you have any questions.
Join us in exploring the western reaches of Mongolia!
Think: Dramatic mountains. The Songino mountain pass. Altai Tavan Bogd National park. Glaciers, snow-covered mountains. Tenting. The idyllic Khoton lake. The opportunity to visit with nomadic peoples including the famed Eagle Hunters. And one of the largest petroglyph galleries in Mongolia...
This adventure will include some smaller hikes but transportation around is primarily by vehicle. Our team of vastly experienced Mongolian guides will have an amazing camp set up each night, great food, and your experience will be more than comfortable!
Mixing portrait and landscape photography, this 8-day adventure is sure to delight photographers of all experience levels. We hope you’ll join us for this photography workshop in Western Mongolia!
》YOUR OFFBEAT INSTRUCTORS
KRIS ANDRES
Based at the doorstep of the Canadian Rockies in Calgary, Alberta, Kristopher considers the mountains (along with everywhere he travels) to be his second home. Kris is always up for endless adventures with a smile—no matter how "atmospheric" the conditions are. He will be overly excited in almost everything he does in life, capturing each story with the click of a shutter, in any and all genres—from adventure to landscapes to portraiture to food and more! When he’s not out creating, Kris is a full-time yogi working to refine himself every day. [Bio Photo by Paul Zizka]
DAVE BROSHA
Holding a passion for the world and an eye for the beauty it contains, Prince Edward Island-based, award-winning commercial, personal, and adventure photographer Dave Brosha is on a continual journey to seek out and capture the beauty of this world – whether it’s the beauty of some of the most extreme and pristine environments in the world or the beauty of some of a person’s most personal moments. In addition to living throughout northern Canada for much of his life, Dave has also lived in Asia and has travelled extensively through both the many provinces and territories of his native country and numerous countries abroad. An explorer at heart, his images – no matter what the genre – are full of heart and soul, and are a testament to the human spirit.
》INS AND OUTS
What’s Included:
One-on-one and group photography instruction from Kris Andres and Dave Brosha
Airport transfers
All accommodations
Transportation in Toyota Land Cruisers
All meals
Local guide and drivers
Flight in Monglia from capital Ulaanbaatar to Uglii Town in Western Mongolia
What’s Not Included:
Travel insurance
Flights to and from Mongolia
Alcohol
Souvenirs
Any weather-caused delays/extensions to stay.
》ITINERARY
Note: Full itinerary to be provided to participants upon arrival.
Day 1
Leave Taij Resort for airport, fly to Ulgii, drive to White River, camp by nomadic family
Day 2
Day in White River, camp by nomadic family
Day 3
Drive to Khoton, camp by lake
Day 4
Day in Khoton area, camp by lake
Day 5
Drive to Sagsai, camp by Eagle Hunter family
Day 6
Day around Sagsai, camp by Eagle Hunter family
Day 7
Drive to Ulgii, fly back to UB, night at Taij Resort Hotel
Day 8
Finale breakfast, end of event
WHAT OUR PARTICIPANTS HAVE TO SAY
ABOUT OFFBEAT WORKSHOPS
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“Traveling with Offbeat to Mongolia was one of my favorite trips I have ever taken! Paul and Curtis were excellent instructors, they were always inspiring me to try new concepts and techniques. I feel like I became a better photographer after this trip! The Mongolian crew were some of the happiest, most friendly people I have met. It was Offbeat, the Mongolian Expeditions and all of the participants that made this a trip to remember.”
— Lys. O.
“I felt the level of collaboration and support among the participants in this one was exceptional and so was the size of the group. It is easier to hide in bigger groups when I feel insecure with my skills and talent. The content was timely, appropriate and exceedingly well organized. The facilitators’ presentation skills were exceptional. I came away with a little more confidence and a lot more knowledge.”
-Jan L.
PRICE/PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Full Cost: CAD $7750
Participants also on Mystic Mongolia: The Gobi Desert save $1,250 CAD (to be deducted from future installments).
Payment options: Full payment or non-refundable deposit to secure a space with equal installment payments.
Non-Refundable Deposit: CAD $1500 (due upon booking)
Payment #1: CAD $1562.50 - due April 30, 2023
Payment #2: CAD $1562.50 - due November 30, 2023
Payment #3: CAD $1562.50 - due January 20, 2024
Payment #4: CAD $1562.50 - due March 30, 2024
Note: Failure to pay by due dates means forfeiting deposit and spot will be freed up and potentially sold to another interested participant (see more in cancellation policy below).
If unforeseen circumstances arise, participants are welcome to transfer/sell their space to another interested participant. In such case, participants are responsible for handling payment for the transfer.
》IMPORTANT INFO
Please visit our FAQs for more information on What to Bring, our Physical Ratings and Photography Levels.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Physical Rating (Moderate)
Hiking experience // Previous/regular hiking experience. Good physical condition.
Pace // Steady.
Distance/Description // Hikes may be a day hike with less <15km, with a significant elevation change (>300 m), and more rugged terrain. We’ll cover varying distances and terrain on generally established trails.
Footwear // Hiking boots or light hiking shoes are appropriate.
Photography Level (All): This workshop is open to both amateur and professional photographers.
INSURANCE POLICY
It is not only advised but required that participants have trip cancellation/interruption insurance, as well as emergency medical/illness insurance and rescue coverage (proof required within 4 months of departure).
Weather and other unforeseen factors can cause delays in travel, particularly from some of our more remote locations. It is the participant’s responsibility to cover any costs in the case of a travel delay of any length. Please ensure your trip cancellation/interruption insurance accommodates this possibility.
By purchasing a spot you are acknowledging that you accept these conditions.
Please see our Insurance page for more information about our insurance partner, World Nomads.
》OFFBEAT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Please take the time to review OFFBEAT’s Terms and Conditions, including our Cancellation Policies. You are required to agree to these in order to confirm your registration. Effective June 16, 2020.