✅ Participation & Logistics

• Full race entry – Access to all five stages of the Derby (July 14–18)
• Pre-race training & briefing – Orientation, navigation practice, horse selection, vet checks, survival skills
• Official accreditation – Rider badge, welcome kit, and official merchandise (festival shirt, cap, and race booklet)

🐎 Horses & Riding Equipment

• Multiple horses provided throughout the race, changed at designated stations (reflecting ancient relay tradition)
• Saddles & tack supplied by organizers (traditional Mongolian + modern hybrid options)
• Vet checks & horse care by professional veterinary team at each stage

🛡 Safety & Support

• 24/7 tracking system – Satellite GPS tracker (for monitoring and emergencies)
• Emergency medical support – Mobile medics and veterinary staff available at checkpoints
• Race Marshals – Ensuring fairness, safety, and horse welfare
• Insurance guidance – Support with securing appropriate travel & medical coverage

🏕 Accommodation & Meals

• Ger (yurt) stays, tents & campsites along the race route
• Hotel accommodation in Ulaanbaatar before and after the Derby
• Meals included:
  • Pre- and post-race dinners in the city
  • On-course meals (mix of Mongolian cuisine and high-energy food packs)
  • Cultural feasts at checkpoints with local herders

🎭 Cultural & Adventure Programs

• Opening ceremony at Naadam Festival with VIP access
• Cultural performances: throat singing, traditional dance, “King of Kings” horse show
• Nomadic experiences: herders’ household visits, horse milking, archery practice
• Post-race celebration – Gala dinner & awards ceremony

📦 Additional Inclusions

• Transfers: Airport pick-up & drop-off, ground transport between venues
• Expo & Forum access: Admission to World Horse Day Expo and Forum sessions
• Networking sessions with herders, equestrian businesses, and international delegates
• Customs & logistics support – Guidance on bringing personal gear into Mongolia

🚫 Not Included (for transparency)

• International flights to/from Ulaanbaatar
• Personal travel insurance (mandatory but purchased separately)
• Optional activities (souvenir shopping, private tours outside the program)