The waterfall falls from 24 m lava cliffs when the Ulaan River confluence the Orkhon River. Therefore, the waterfall is called differently such as Ulaantsutgalan or Orkhon Waterfall or Orkhonii Khurkheree.
The Ulaan Tsutgalan waterfall is one of the picturesque sights in the historically significant Orkhon River Valley, which requires bumpy driving through the lava covered scenic valley full of nomads and their animals.
The waterfall locates 495 km from Ulaanbaatar, 135 km from Kharkhorin, and 30 km from the nearest town Bat-Ulziit of Uvurkhangai province.
The last 30 km to the waterfall is bumpy and muddy with several freshwater streams and small rivers crossings. So, calculate your timing well and be ready for the feel of long driving while driving not far.
Things to Do Near Ulaantsutgalan Waterfall
You will find the waterfall is a great hiking spot including the descent and ascent to the 22 m deep canyon dotted with pine trees, on the trails about 250 m downstream from the waterfall.
Alternatively, you can swim in the cold water or hire a boat to feel the water roaring. Many visitors like to sunbathe on the lava boulders near the Ulaan River confluence on the upper site.
Except for hiking and sightseeing, horse riding, rafting, camping, and nomad life experiences are the options you could try in the picturesque surrounding of the waterfall.
The Ulaan Tsutgalan waterfall gets frozen in winter forming an ice wall and is a famous winter tourist attraction.
The waterfall is on the way of hiking or horse riding to awe-inspiring Eight Lakes in the Khangai Mountain when reaching the lakes from the north.
The ones who like an active holiday, combine the waterfall with hiking to Tovkhon Monastery located 27 km by road.
Accommodation Near Ulaantsutgalan Waterfall
There are many guest gers and basic camps both for foreign and domestic travelers. Those who require higher category accommodation and western friendly facilities may do a day tour to the waterfall from Kharkhorin.
We suggest you check the waterfall condition with your tour operator or travel organizer as the waterfall size shrinks in some dry summers.
