Timeline
05:40
Pick up a thermos of hot tea or coffee from the Bear Valley Adventures ger camp restaurant. The owner, Akhmaral, can prepare a quick warm drink to take with you as you head out.
06:10
Head west toward the open horizon. The sun rises toward the WNW on this date. Find a clear spot with an unobstructed view of the eastern horizon to watch the sunrise at 06:10.
06:55
Return to Bear Valley Adventures for a proper breakfast. The ger camp restaurant is open all year and ready to serve a hot meal once the morning chill has passed.
Local tip
Temperatures in Ölgii in April can still be near freezing at dawn. Dress in layers and bring a warm hat.
Check before you go
- Bear Valley Adventures is located 5km west of the airport. Confirm opening hours for the restaurant if you plan to eat before sunrise, though they are open all year.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ölgii (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).