Timeless Infinite
- Inner Mongolia Grassland Horseback Traverse
We are the unborn,
the undying, the timeless.
What is born is the form, the name,
that came into being.
And this coming into being,
appears in our own timeless, infinite ... self
We are pure awareness,
beyond names and forms.
beyond what comes and goes.
all these appearances comes into being.
they are watched effortlessly in our self.
If we remain without identifying what appears,
then our own timelessness will become self evident for us.
we are the witness of all appearance and all phenomenon.
we are the eyes that sees it all,
while this all seeing eyes cannot be seen,
as it is itself,
formless...
Timeless presence will reveal itself to us,
we are the light of consciousness itself,
the light of awareness.
And we are also beyond all these,
as the witness of all,
as the appearance of the light.
all arises in the undefinable, self fulfilling infinite...
Length : 5 days, 4 nights
- Inner Mongolia Grassland Horseback Traverse
We are the unborn,
the undying, the timeless.
What is born is the form, the name,
that came into being.
And this coming into being,
appears in our own timeless, infinite ... self
We are pure awareness,
beyond names and forms.
beyond what comes and goes.
all these appearances comes into being.
they are watched effortlessly in our self.
If we remain without identifying what appears,
then our own timelessness will become self evident for us.
we are the witness of all appearance and all phenomenon.
we are the eyes that sees it all,
while this all seeing eyes cannot be seen,
as it is itself,
formless...
Timeless presence will reveal itself to us,
we are the light of consciousness itself,
the light of awareness.
And we are also beyond all these,
as the witness of all,
as the appearance of the light.
all arises in the undefinable, self fulfilling infinite...
Length : 5 days, 4 nights
2021 Dates Available:
May 30-June 3, June 13-17, June 20-24
June 27-July 1, July 18-22
Aug 1-5, Aug 8-12, Aug 22-26
May 30-June 3, June 13-17, June 20-24
June 27-July 1, July 18-22
Aug 1-5, Aug 8-12, Aug 22-26
About the Retreat
The amazing season , makes the forest covered with various colour. Every day, we will ride horse to cross the grassland, the mountain, the forest. It's an unique intimacy between you and your horse. Along the trek, we will meet different families of different herders and the magnificent scenery along the way.
The hulunbeier inner land has century's nomadic traditions, it is the Mongolian people's life essence, they change the place following the seasons, take all the belongings with them, usually we called "transitions".
During our daily ride, feel about the tread, the colorful flowers blooming on the prairie, in-depth hinterland, feeling the wonderful magic of nature!
In the evening, the tent of night, under the stars, we will set up picnic and bonfire. The most magic moments starts...
The amazing season , makes the forest covered with various colour. Every day, we will ride horse to cross the grassland, the mountain, the forest. It's an unique intimacy between you and your horse. Along the trek, we will meet different families of different herders and the magnificent scenery along the way.
The hulunbeier inner land has century's nomadic traditions, it is the Mongolian people's life essence, they change the place following the seasons, take all the belongings with them, usually we called "transitions".
During our daily ride, feel about the tread, the colorful flowers blooming on the prairie, in-depth hinterland, feeling the wonderful magic of nature!
In the evening, the tent of night, under the stars, we will set up picnic and bonfire. The most magic moments starts...
Tips before booking to help you make decision
Itinerary Not necessary horseback experience required, but need an open mind, good mentality for learning if you are totally beginners. While during all the riding, we have a supporting van following for all camping equipment. Day 0 Enter Hulunbeier (Day 0 itinerary is just reminding for arrival, no riding) "--:--" All day arrival to Hulunbeier Hailar airport (HLD) After you landed, free explore the city, hotel book by yourself The next day, we will pick up you from your hotel (the whole city is small, no worries, we will surely find your place) Day 1 Start Nomadic Life, Horseback 10 km 09:00 Pick up from your place 11:30 After driving 180KM to a small town, around 2.5 hours. Check in After lunch, coaches will choose proper horses for everyone depends on your height, weight, age and riding experience. Briefing for riding skills, safety and life style in the inner Mongolia Riding & adjustment riding for 2-3 hours, get familier with your horse. Wild riding safety teaching content:
Day 2 Ewenke Grassland Crossing, Horseback 30 km Today will be around 30 km horse trekking. Around later afternoon we will arrive at the home of our dear friend : Muren, a Mongolian family's place Set up tents together and enjoy the serenity, all stars at night in the sky! Day 3 Continue Riding, Horseback 25 km Amazing grassland riding continues, getting more familiar with your horse and really become friends! While we crossing it, we may meet some families. We will arrive the base at noon time, afternoon will be riding sections around the base to small hills. Camping in nature and rest, enjoy the twinkle stars. Day 4 Grassland, Horseback 35 km Today together to cross the swamp, all flowers in the valley and grass mountain. We may see different wild animals passing by. From May to September, the nature changes fast, covered with different colour of grass, flowers, all vivid life. Day 5 25 km riding , Farewell and Home again... From the winter grassland into the summer area, a nice area for grazing. More nomads living here and also their animals always around them. With beautiful sunset, all sheep back home... Arrive at the end of the horse riding at noon. After the yurt has finished lunch, we will be sent to the airport (arriving at the airport before 3 o'clock) or any address in the Hailar city. 2021 Dates Available: May 30-June 3, June 13-17, June 20-24 June 27-July 1, July 18-22 Aug 1-5, Aug 8-12, Aug 22-26 About flight Gathering place will be Inner Mongolia, Hulunbeier Hailar The first day any time arrival is ok. Hailar city is small, we will come to your place to pick up the next day. The airport : Hulunbeier Hailar airport (HLD)呼伦贝尔东山国际机场, build since 1932, 3KM away from city center About meals The meals will be cooked in the traditional way. Should you have especial requirements, please let us know beforehand. Every day during the riding, lunch will be simple picnic or fast cooked food. Dinner will cooked by out chef. The menu each day in itinerary maybe will adjust depends on season. Food mainly will be lam, sausage, lam hotpot, milk product and vegetables. We also provide some beer, some soft drinks, local wine, coffee and local tea. Drinking water is provide. About Accommodation Yurt hotel or standard room, double occupancy, with separate bathroom, 24 hours hot water, air conditioning. During camping in the wild, there is no bathroom. we will stay in tents (two people share a tent), all equipments for camping we will provide(tent, sleeping bag, mattress, etc. The sleeping bag is washed for each guest to ensure hygiene). If you want to stay all the way single tent, please inform us earlier, and there will be 600 RMB more in total. There is also chance you could take shower in wild in a "bath tent", we will provide some hot water for shower but as water there is quite limited,it will not be like in the city. And shower in wild lake area is forbidden. About entertainment You can have the chance to try inner mongolian dressings for photos, archery, and ukulele during free time. And there will be a projection for review our riding videos, and sometime to enjoy a movie. About video We have coaches take video and photos for us. About Support All riding equipment is provide (Western style saddle with a soft cushion, helmet, gilet, chaps), Scarf All the way supporting vehicle Professional coaches following the group Insurance About Riding No matter you are beginner or experienced riders, at the beginning we don't suggest to gallop as we need to get familiar with our horses. After you familiar with your horse, it depends on everyone's experience and skills, you could enjoy waking or gallop more. If the group is balance with everyone's speed, we will sometimes separate into the fast team and slow team, our coaches will be taking care of both. About weather The temperature difference between day and night on the grassland is large. During the day, the outdoor temperature is between 10 degrees and 25 degrees. At night, the outdoor temperature is below 10 degrees. The sun is strong during the day. Please pay attention to sun protection. According to the experience of previous years, we suggest to wear long-sleeved and pants, also take a coat at night and to bring more clothes for those who are afraid of cold. About rain Shower rain sometimes, usually it rains a bit when there is a rain-cloud up on the sky, soon will stop. Rain coat provide. About the luggage You can bring a suitcase, no size limit Mobile phone signal Most of the area has signals, only a small area during a horseback ride no signal. Everyday there will be 1 hour you can charge your phone from our power supply. About force majeure Horseback travel is affected by the weather. In case of inclement weather or force majeure, the organizer has the right to change the itinerary. Equipment (Need to be prepared by each participant) - Horse riding / Hiking pants for outdoor, suggest tight ones - Riding boots (or sports shoes, no hiking boots please due to its deep grips), better take one more pair of shoes - Hiking jacket or rain proof jacket, warm layers fleece, quick dry inner layers, down jacket depend on season - Mountain sunglasses, Lip balm, and sun protection - Backpack 50-60L for luggage or bring suitcase - Horse Riding Gloves - Head lamp - Drinking bottle (no plastic bottles because refill is often with boiled water) - Some snacks as you wish - Personal medical care - Personal washing kit, like towel, Toothpaste tooth brush - Power bank (if needed) Group size and staffing team The average number of activities per team is 10-18 riders by previous experiences. Staff (Take a team of 15 riders as an example) : 4 guides on horseback, 1 chef with the team, 1 driver and accompanying team for photography Activity statement Each participant undersigned, voluntarily participating in the activity organized by YEJO Circle with knowledge of the dangers involved. Acknowledge that your participation to any activities organized by YEJO Circle includes physical risk and the possibility of personal and third party property loss or damage. Each participant shall be responsible for personal property during the activity and also being responsible for other entity loss or damage of property due to his/her action. Booking Procedures: Click here to book Activity Confirmation: No minimum, once there is seat left, you can book and join, once you booked, you'll receive an email with the last details about the trip. Price: 7800-9800 RMB / rider 4800 RMB / no-rider (take the car) kids age under 3 FREE This activity requires a full pre-payment. Payment options are: - Cash payment in Shanghai office - Bank Transfer - Wechat or alipay Kid above 10 years old has riding experience could join. Or kid without riding experience above 10 years old and taller than 150cm could join. Private Groups & Team Outings: For a private group, contact us and we will arrange this trip for you. (Price is depend on group size). Included - Land transportation once in Hunlunbeier (from & back to Hunlunbeier) , from Day 1 - Insurance - All Meals as per itinerary from Day 1 to last day's lunch - Coaching and horses, one person one horse - Accommodation with local hotel as each itinerary, and camping, all camping equipments - All support service Not Included - Transportation from your place to Hunlunbeier and return - First night hotel and meals in Day 0 (day 0 is a suggested arrangement, not as an official schedule for horseback activity) - Alcoholic Drinks if it's too much - Activities and expenses, not mentioned in the itinerary - Personal equipment Enjoy your vitality and time of nature and serenity……. See you soon! |