Frequently Asked Questions

   

  1. Why Mongolia?
  2. How do I get to Mongolia?
  3. How is the infrastructure in Mongolia?
  4. Communication
  5. How long will the drive take per day?
  6. How can I figure my WC?
  7. Should I bring my towel?
  8. What is the electric measurement?
  9. Is there any possibility to have shower during the site trip?
  10. How is the drinking water?
  11. What kind of food will I have?
  12. What is the travel like?
  13. Gifts and Souvenirs
  14. Safety
  15. Camera and Video
  16. Guide
  17. Insurance?
  18. What should I bring?
  19. What visa requirements are there?
  20. Accomodation

WHY MONGOLIA? 

Mongolia, once the greatest and biggest empire that was built by a single emperor, Genghis Khan, is now his homeland and located in the heart of Asia. Once been in the shadows of Communism, it has emerged and is now open to the world.  

Mongolia is a safe country. You will experience neither dangerous nor disturbing weather, labour strikes, civil disturbances, political unrest or terrorist attacks.

Mongolia is one of the last few places on the planet where nomadic life is still a living tradition and offers a rewarding destination for the travelers. You will experience a nomadic culture that has remained from the time of Chinggis Khaan.

Mongolian nature is the most beautiful, unpolluted and wild place you have ever seen. You will enjoy different landscapes with rare animals and plants. Explore and discover our Gobi Deserts, Mountains, Steppes, Lakes and Rivers… all in Mongolia.

Mongolia has long historical and cultural heritages. You can enjoy beautiful melody of Mongolian national instruments such as Morin Huur (horse headed fiddle), Huumii (through singing) and folk music and dance and Naadam Festival.

Mongolia makes travelers feel at peace, silence, relax and luxury. Real freedom here!

Mongolia offers you a lot of adventures such as horse back riding, fishing, motorcycling and mountain biking, mountaineering and hunting with many  unforgettable memories.

Mongolia makes you discover the real Mongol spirit and art. The creations of Zanabazar are remarkable. You will explore many different monasteries such as Erdene Zuu, Amarbayasgalant and Tuvkhun Buddhist monasteries with Mongolian architectures. Even you will have a chance to see the ancient capital of the Genggis Khan realm.

How do I get to Mongolia? 

If you have decided to visit Mongolia, you can come by either plane or train. 

There are a few places which fly to the capital, Ulaanbaatar. From Europe, there is an infrequent service from Berlin, Frankfurt and Moscow. Check with your local Mongolian Embassy too. There are almost daily flights from Seoul as well as other flights through Beijing. It is also possible to fly to Ulaanbaatar through Tokyo's Narita Airport.

The Trans-Mongolian Line of the Trans-Siberian Railway links Mongolia's capital Ulaanbaatar with Moscow and Beijing . The ride between Ulaanbaatar and Moscow will continue for 4 sometimes 5 days. From Ulaanbaatar to Beijing the trip takes almost 2 days. Although the train is very promising for the tourists who want to discover the beauty of Mongolia, it might be a little tiring for the elders though.

How is the infrastructure in Mongolia?

Inside Ulaanbaatar there are a number of options, all suited to different time frame and budgets. The cheapest public transport is the minivans. These minivans charge you with ranging from 200 to 400 Tugrics depending on the length of your travel. Every car in Ulaanbaatar is a potential taxi. However, there are official taxis with meters. At night it would be safest if you take an official cab – one firm is easily recognizable as its all cars are yellow. Taxi journey costs you 350 Tugrics in average. You can hire cars too. But it is wise not to drive it yourself, rather hire a driver and make sure he has insurance or liable for accidents.

Outside the capital the easiest way to travel long distance is a plane, but air traveling in Mongolia involves a two-pier price structure, which is significantly higher for foreigners than for locals. If you want your trip to be more adventurous and exciting, there is also a possibility to charter with Russian and Japanese SUVs or 4WD Minivans for private use from the most liable and high quality cars to visit more remote sites.  

Communication

You can make an international call from almost every hotel in the capital and the main cities. Also, Mongolia is widely accessed with mobile and internet operators throughout the country, so communicating is never a problem. You can also rent a mobile phone or satellite phones from the operators.

How long will the drive take per day?

When you travel around the vast steppes in Mongolia, our trip will take about 6 to 10 hours per day and it will cover from 100 up to 360 kilometers / 62-225 miles. Roam the dry wastes of the famous Gobi for dinosaur bones, feel the hospitality of our nomad people, enjoy staying at their cozy, traditional Mongolian gers, have fun at the wonderful Huvsgul Lake National park which has a totally exotic and untouched nature with spectacular scenery and watch the naadam festival. Watch our fastest horses racing, our strongest wrestlers wrestling and the sharpest sighted archers shooting. For the intrepid, a visit to the Reindeer people of Tsaatan tribe or Kazakh eagle hunters will be an uforgettable experience.

How can I figure my WC? 

There are WCs at the camp sites. But during the tent camp, we will take care of it. Please be rest assured.

Should I bring my towels?

In the cities or camp sites, towels are not required. But, If you came to explore the country life, they would be of great use.

What is the electric measurement?

The standard voltage in Mongolia is 220volts/50Hz with European two-pin type sockets.

Is there any possibility to have shower during the site trip? 

In the countryside to the remote sites there are certain tourist camps, there you can have a shower.

How is the drinking water?

There are river streams and wells everywhere and they are as pure as crystal. Mineral waters may be prepared at your requirement.

What kind of food will I have? 

Main food in Mongolia consists of beef or mutton, including different kinds of vegetables, rice and flour. You can find many kinds of restaurants of different ethnicities, like Mongolian, European, Japanese, Korean, Indian and Chinese. Also a popular chicken restaurant chain has established its branch in the Capital city. But a traditional food, Khorkhog, or marmot barbecue, is particularly worth experiencing. It is a mix of mutton chops, water, potatoes, onions, carrots and hot stones in a kettle on a fire with red hot stones. This cooking style makes the mutton taste tender and juicy. The other style Boodog is also made of other meat, usually goat, and is similar to the Khorkhog with one major difference: the meat, vegetables, water and stones are cooked inside the skin of the animal. You can ask one delicious meal for your tour operator to arrange you one.

What is the travel like? 

For over 2300 years, the Mongols and their ancestors have been roaming over this sacred land of camels wandering the Gobi desert and wild horses galloping freely across the steppes. We loved, tended and lived in harmony with our nature until now. Only by seeing it in your own eyes, you will understand why Mongolia is called the Land of Blue Sky.

Gifts and Souvenirs 

Mongolia is the best place for cashmere products. As one of the leading countries in the production of cashmere, it offers the cheapest prices for the highest quality and design. Lately cashmere production is developing rapidly and being very fashionable. As a gift for the one you care, you can buy beautifully ornamented art crafts which usually use nomadic life.  

Safety

Mongolia is generally a very safe place to travel. However, incidences of pick pocketing and bag slashing have been on the rise in recent years, so always keep your personal belongings in a safe place (money belts are highly recommended), especially in crowded areas or in places where your attention is diverted, such as internet cafes . Notorious places for theft are the Black Market (bazaar), the railway station and crowded bus stops. Violent crime is uncommon, but still caution is required at night, and dark or deserted alleys and streets, in particular, should be avoided. Lone or female travellers obviously need to exercise a higher degree of awareness of their surroundings. Be careful when travelling by horse as it is not unknown for groups to follow tourists and then steal their goods, including the horses, while they sleep at night. Dogs in Mongolia can be aggressive and may run in packs. It is a good idea to be wary of them since they are not likely to be as tame as domestic dogs elsewhere.

Camera and Video

All museums, monasteries and historical site displays and arts demonstrations charge you with a particular fee.

Guide 

We provide our guests with professional guides with referring languages.

Insurance 

Out travel agency will supply travel insurance if requested. Mongolia, is a peaceful country though. However, we highly recommend all tourists have their own insurance back at their referring countries. 

What should I bring? 

During the tourist season, it is warm. But sometimes it gets a little chilly. So if you plan to visit Mongolia, you should first find out more about the forthcoming weather. Warm thin layers of clothing are favorable, try and bring a hat or headscarf to protect your skin. Insect repellent, sun cream, water purifying tablets are not so plentiful. Upon request our company will provide high quality tents, sleeping bags and other stuffs.

What visa requirements are there? 

Each and every individual must have at least 6 months validity on it, and you will also need a visa. Mongolian visas are issued by Mongolian Diplomatic Mission abroad or upon arrival at a special request.  We will service visa if you requested.

Accomodation

If you are staying in Ulaanbaatar, you will be staying in a hotel with 3-5 stars and will stay in tourist Ger camp (Mongolian traditional dwelling) in attraction areas.