HORSE trekking in MONGOLIA

This week we go horse riding in Mongolia. A journey to the legendary land of the nomads, their unique lifestyle and connection to horses.

Nick works once per year as a motorbike guide and this year, he got Mongolia. It haas been Mathilde's dream for years to travel there. She took it as a cue to go horse ride in Western Mongolia at the Altai mountain range.

Hail storms (thank you Matador for gearing us up with the most compact and high-quality gear, intense but pain from the long hours on the saddle, non stop change of plans and no one around speaks our language.. so many things that could never diminish the beauty of a journey like this one. The human connections made, overcoming fear, the exceptional animals, and the new friends made.

There are things we are not ready to forget... and this journey through Mongolia is part of it!
Next week we go ride motorbikes through the steppes, forests and deserts.

Until next week, take care: and if you have not yet done it: hit the subscribe button!!! It is worth it we promise.

Nick & Mathilde

00:00 Intro
01:24 Next stop: Ulaanbaator
04:01 The plan
04:58 Road to the herder camp
06:31 The nomads' camp
12:24 First day riding
18:07 Riding essentials
19:54 Day two: learning
24:52 Saying goodbye
26:39 The eagle hunter
28:55 Weather is turning
32:25 The nomad whistle
34:10 The accident
36:45 Plan change
39:50 The hike to the 5 saints
45:45 Bloops

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[anamsohail]

Mongolia's raw beauty is breathtaking. The people are nice and are following their old traditions of living. It is beautiful to see that. Your adventure was tough but you managed to crush it 💪

[Joni.b.]

What an amazing experience for 4 like-minded adventuresome women!!

[aislingbooks]

During my 2004 teaching year in China we journeyed via an overnight train from Beijing into Inner Mongolia, staying the week of a national holiday to explore the terrain of the steppes and reach the border crossings of China, Russia and Mongolia as well. Such an adventure I'll never forget. And it's fun to see all you courageously fit and well kitted out gals here exploring and tasting the culture of Mongolia on horseback as well. I was especially impressed by your compassion for the injured horse and its rider, then deciding not to give up but to hike the extra 15 k to base camp. Wow - kudos to all!

[nancywaler-dvdf]

Mathilde I admire your skill in filming, narrating, and horse riding all at the same time. Thank you for taking us with you somewhere that most of us will never get to go. God bless you and keep you in all your journeys.

[NK-ivik]

Mongolia has been on my mind since my childhood as well! Fascinating history and unique nature, hardship of live in steps… What an experience, you four! I will be thinking about the dog and horse….

[norbertosabido]

Really loved the scenery of the whole landscape Matil. Felt bad for the Dog and Hores both with bad legs. They kept on going that's animals for you.

[ronfinch]

All and all that’s one adventure that you won’t soon forget. Those are the best ones! Hard to believe a country with almost no trees can be that beautiful.

[gillym]

Mathilde, this video was breathtaking. You are such an inspirational woman. You have a remarkable talent for staying calm in tough situations and embracing the culture around you. This was an amazing video.

[ChristopherHarris]

Awesome video as always Mathilde. This was an amazing experience and a n epic adventure. Thanks for letting us come along with you and your friends on the adventure.

[Badfinger-iw]

Incredible Mathilde!
Beautiful country.
Great place to travel with good friends 😊

[rogerevans]

What a gorgeous country. I am happy your trip was successful and I appreciate the trip from your perspective!

[MrDonJBerg]

What an adventure..What a trip..What a sore butt..but once again, our Mathilde came thru with great video, narration and history of the area. Your channel has to be the best on a Saturday..Thank you both for your hard work..

[In_MT]

What an amazing adventure, and as usual the people are the best part.

[lindyralph]

How beautiful and what an incredible experience. I also love your poetic narrating style Mathilde x

[stevestott]

MATHILDE wow what a awesome adventure video you have given us thanks so much . Mongolia has always been one of my favorite places to travel to ( been there two times now and still looking forward to # 3 . ) we also did horse back riding to see the rain deer people For two weeks . Awesome people and country . And good to see old friends traveling with you again, what a great adventure for you girls . Thanks again for sharing your wonderful journey with us all your over landing friends . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) :) :) :) 🌏🍻👍🏼😁

[johnalden]

Everything, and everyone, in this video is amazing -- wild, beautiful and strong. This is really living. Thanks so much for showing us this incredible place. I have heard so much about Mongolia but have never been there. It's just priceless to see it so close up, in such detail. It's spellbinding.

[nancywaler-dvdf]

One of my favorite of all your videos.❤

[rhousto]

My admiration for you just shot up even higher. Kudos to all of you who undertook such an amazing journey....even more special since it's been your dream since you were 12 years old.

[lionellafond]

Énorme.. !
Mathilde, il y a peu de mots pour récompenser vos efforts à vous les filles et vous remercier pour ces superbes paysages.
Encore une leçon de vie ...
Bravo et prenez soin de vous 🤔 quand même. !

[michaelsecomb]

Amazing adventure. Well done all! Fascinating.