Train Like a Mongol Warrior: Horseback Archery 3-Day Trip
Learn how to ride and shoot traditional Mongolian mounted archery during this 3-day training experience. Available July 1 – 3, 2026 and July 14 – 16, 2026. Booking now.
Highlights of this mounted archery training camp includes:
- Professional training and instruction on how to ride Mongolia’s semi-wild horses properly.
- Demonstrations and hands-on learning to master the technical skills required to shoot traditional Mongolian mounted archery.
- Once the above is mastered, you’ll combine the two skills and begin shooting at targets while horseback.
- Eat, sleep, and live like a Mongol warrior. You’ll camp and spend your days at the training site, just like in the days of Genghis Khan.
- All equipment including Mongolian bows, quivers, arrows, and the use of trained horses is included in this authentic and immersive experience.
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Mounted archery has a long tradition in Mongolia. First used as a way to hunt and protect herds, we’ve all heard the legends of how Genghis Khan used this type of weaponry to build the world’s largest contiguous land empire.
Almost lost during the Manchurian and Soviet periods, traditional Mongolian mounted archery is seeing a resurgence today. During this experience, you’ll see why as you have the chance to train alongside the locals and bring back this historical sport.
With the help of a dedicated team of local mounted archers, you’ll learn how to shoot traditional Mongolian mounted archery in just a few days. Equipped with a Mongolian bow and arrows in hand, you’ll be given the skills you need to mount a Mongolian horse and shoot at targets galloping full speed.
When your training with the local team comes to end, the goal is to have you comfortable riding, shooting, and hitting targets in the bullseye.
These training camps can be booked as a private experience if you have four or more people. If you are a solo traveler, or traveling with less than four people, we will find another group of adventurous travelers to join for this experience.
Accommodation and meals at the camp are included. Archery equipment will be provided, but it’s up to you to wear the appropriate riding attire for this experience.
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Booking Now for 2026
We have two 2026 training dates available for this experience:
- July 1 – 3, 2026 (minimum 6 people to run, booking now!)
- July 14 – 16, 2026 (minimum 6 people to run, booking now!)
If you are a group of 6 people or more, private trainings can be arranged anytime throughout the year.
What's Included
- A private transport to and from the training camp, one hour outside of Ulaanbaatar.
- Support crew that includes your local team of professional and experienced mounted archers and a private chef.
- Bell-tent accommodation at the training center. Please note that bathrooms are outhouse-style, and running water and electricity are not available at the camp. Think of this as a camping experience.
- All archery equipment, including bows, quivers, and arrows, needed for your training.
- Local Mongolian horses trained for this type of riding with full tack. (You will need to bring your own riding boots that include shin protection and a helmet, these are not provided.)
- All meals at the training center, cooked by a local private chef.
*Please let us know of any dietary restrictions before booking.
What's Not Included
- Flights and accommodations in Ulaanbaatar.
- Visa costs and fees.
- Travel Insurance that covers medical evacuation and cost of participation (required).
- Personal expenses such as laundry, alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, optional activities, and meals which are not included in the trip itinerary.
- Horseback riding helmets and appropriate footwear that includes shin protection are required to participate in this trip. Helmets and riding boots will not be provided.
- Tips and additional gratuities.
Be sure to read this quick guide on what you need to know about horse riding in Mongolia →
Is this mounted archery experience right for me?
Do you consider yourself one of the following? (Please be brutally honest with yourself.)
- An active and adventurous traveler who loves the outdoors, learning new things, and is always open to new experiences.
- Someone who avoids touristic things in search of authentic experiences.
- A confident and experienced horse rider, or someone who may not have a ton of riding experience but is comfortable on and around horses.
- The type of person who loves a challenge.
- Someone who is interested in learning about traditional Mongolian culture by jumping right into it.
- A traveler who never joins group tours (yuck!) because they don’t feel they are authentic and experiential enough.
- The kind of person who fully embraces the unfamiliar and is ready and open to having the adventure of a lifetime.
If you agree with the statements above, this experience is for you.
This trip requires a medium to high level of physicality as well as horse riding experience. No prior archery experience is necessary.
You should be comfortable on and around horses to join this trip. You don’t need to be a super equestrian to be a part of this experience, the team can help train you, but you should be familiar and comfortable in this fast-paced setting. Safety is priority. Horse riding is a dangerous sport and if the team leader deems it unsafe for you to participate in any part of the training, we ask that you respect this decision. See the section on Mongolian horses below for more information on this.
This mounted archery training camp is geared towards active, curious travelers who are open to learning a new skill while experiencing a unique side of Mongolia.
This experience includes outhouse and pit toilets, long days outside, shared camping accomodation, and living without running water or electricity. The menu will also include traditional Mongolian dishes, which means meat and dairy heavy meals. Please let me know if you have any dietary restrictions ahead of time.
About Mongolian Horses and What to Pack
You should be comfortable on and around horses to join this tour.
You don’t need to be a super equestrian to be a part of this experience, the team can help train you, but you should be familiar with the basics. If you are unfamiliar with the basics, please take at least six private riding lessons at home before joining this trip.
Why do I require you have basic riding knowledge before joining this trip?
Mongolian horses are semi-wild, that means they are always on alert and can take off at any moment. While they look short in statue, don’t let them fool you. It’s their stamina and tenacity that helped Genghis Khan take over one-third of the world.
Mongolian horses can get the best of anyone – even the most experienced rider. That’s why I require you have at least basic experience riding a horse. The team can help train and refine your riding style when you’re here. Just keep in mind that the more time they have to spend getting you comfortable on a horse, the less time they’ll have to teach you in the basics of mounted archery.
For this trip you will need to pack these items:
- Horse riding boots that cover your ankles and shins (this is important!)
- Horse riding helmet (required)
- Warm clothes for the evenings as well as rain gear
Book Now
The cost for this 3-Day Horseback Training Trip is $950 USD/person.
Available 2026 booking dates:
- July 1 – 3, 2026 (minimum 6 people to run, booking now!)
- July 14 – 16, 2026 (minimum 6 people to run, booking now!)
Once I receive your Google Form, I will reach out with everything you’ll need to complete your booking.
*Please note that to get the most out of this experience, and for the safety of the local team and horses, horseback riding experience is necessary.Prepare for your Trip:
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Best thing I have done in decades! Thanks Breanna and thanks to the Mongolian team who hosted us and looked after us. I really enjoyed this adventure. The training was great – I learned so much about using the bow and arrow. My trusted steed, so patient with me as I was learning to stay balanced on his back, cantering or galloping, with my hands occupied by the bow and arrows and my eyes on the target – not where I was going! Highly recommended to the wild and free adventurer types out there
The Horseback Archery tour was such a dream come true, and I truly enjoyed every moment. Breanna’s team made everything super easy to follow, especially for someone like me who has barely stepped out of my country before. Baaska, our horse archery coach, made sure we could learn as many things as we could fit into the 3 days we had, up to the very last moment. I’m so happy to have met the wonderful people that were part of this experience, and can’t wait to go again next year!
Trip of a lifetime! We had a blast! Breanna and Aagie were phenomenal guides and really tailored the trip for our wants and needs. Would definitely recommend
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This trip was nothing short of life-changing. While it presented a physical challenge that pushed my boundaries, it was a cultural experience that far outweighed the effort. I had knee surgery months before the trip, and was still able to fully participate. A huge element of the journey was overcoming my initial fears—learning to trust both the horses and myself in the saddle. Our instructor was absolutely instrumental in helping me build that self-confidence through patient, expert guidance.