Hustai National Park

Hustai National Park is a prominent conservation area in Mongolia known for its reintroduction of the Przewalski's horse. The park offers a unique blend of open grasslands and dense birch forests ideal for wildlife watching and hiking.

301,000
Acres Protected
Variable
Miles of Trails
Multiple thousands
Annual Visitors
1993
Year Established

About Hustai National Park

 

Hustai National Park, spanning approximately 122,000 hectares, is located in the Töv Province of Mongolia, around 100 km west of Ulaanbaatar. The park is most famous for its successful reintroduction program of the Takhi, or Przewalski's horse, a species once extinct in the wild. This protected area features rolling steppe, rugged mountains, and clusters of birch forest, which foster a rich range of biodiversity. Besides horses, visitors can spot red deer, Mongolian gazelles, marmots, and an array of bird species. Beyond its ecological significance, Hustai holds cultural value with the presence of ancient burial sites and petroglyphs. For outdoor enthusiasts, the park offers hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife safaris. There's also a research center where visitors can learn about ongoing conservation efforts. Open all year, the park offers distinct experiences across different seasons.

Highlights

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Viewing the Przewalski's horse in its natural habitat.

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Exploring ancient Turkic stone monuments and burial sites.

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Hiking through diverse ecosystems from steppe to forest.

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Participating in a guided wildlife safari tour.

Notable Natural Features

Przewalski's Horse Habitat

The park is one of the few places in the world where you can see the Takhi, also known as Przewalski's horse, in the wild.

Ancient Turkic Stones

Scattered across the landscape, these stones are remnants of an ancient grave and monument sites.

Research and Visitor Center

This facility offers educational exhibits on the park's wildlife and conservation efforts.