Desert Camping
Camp in traditional gers in the south Gobi – the least populated province in Mongolia.
Experience epic landscapes, nomadic culture and diverse wildlife on this 15-day holiday showcasing the highlights of Mongolia.
Camp in traditional gers in the south Gobi – the least populated province in Mongolia.
See the Przewalski horse, re-introduced from extinction in Hustai National Park.
Explore Erdene Zuu Monastery where resident monks still perform religious duties.
Stay amidst the rocky landscape of Ikh Nart, home to argali sheep and cinereous vulture.
This holiday journeys from the capital city of Ulaanbaatar to the vast Mongolian steppe and the dunes of the Gobi Desert. Mongolia is a huge country with a small travel window and this holiday offers a first-time visitor the chance to take in everything one would expect from a holiday to Mongolia. Wide, cinematic vistas ranging from lush grasslands to towering sand dunes and rugged deserts coupled with the iconic site of ger tents, home to traditional nomadic families. Search for wildlife and immerse yourself in a nomadic lifestyle far from traditional creature comforts.
Day 1
Ulaanbaatar
Day 2
Ulaanbaatar
Day 3
Ulaanbaatar - Dalanzadgad - Gobi Desert
Day 4 - 5
Gobi Desert
Day 6
Gobi Desert - Dalanzadgad - Ulaanbaatar
Day 7
Ulaanbaatar - Karakorum
Day 8
Karakorum
Day 9
Hogno Khan - Hustai National Park
Day 10
Hustai National Park - Ulaanbaatar
Day 11
Ulaanbaatar - Ikh Nart
Day 12 - 13
Ikh Nart
Day 14
Ikh Nart - Ulaanbaatar
Day 15
Ulaanbaatar
Day 1
Ulaanbaatar
Day 2
Ulaanbaatar
Explore the National Museum of Mongolia for an unparalleled overview of Mongolian history and culture.
Day 3
Ulaanbaatar - Dalanzadgad - Gobi Desert
Day 4 - 5
Gobi Desert
Camp in traditional gers in the south Gobi – the least populated province in Mongolia.
Day 6
Gobi Desert - Dalanzadgad - Ulaanbaatar
Day 7
Ulaanbaatar - Karakorum
Day 8
Karakorum
Explore Erdene Zuu Monastery where resident monks still perform religious duties.
Day 9
Hogno Khan - Hustai National Park
See the Przewalski horse, re-introduced from extinction in Hustai National Park.
Day 10
Hustai National Park - Ulaanbaatar
Day 11
Ulaanbaatar - Ikh Nart
Day 12 - 13
Ikh Nart
Stay amidst the rocky landscape of Ikh Nart, home to argali sheep and cinereous vulture.
Day 14
Ikh Nart - Ulaanbaatar
Day 15
Ulaanbaatar
Camp out in Ikh Nart spending days exploring the reserve on foot, mountain bike or camel. Located in the East Gobi Province and covering 66,000 hectares, Ikh Nart is a community-supported nature reserve. Memorable for its huge rock formation and deep crevices, wildlife that inhabits the reserve includes the unique argali sheep. The the largest wild sheep in the world, around 700 of them live on the plateau here. Frequent visitors to the reserve also include birds such as the regal black or cinereous vulture, Mongolian gazelle, Siberian ibex and wolves.
Also explore a range of archaeological and historical sites from various epochs, including petroglyphs, burial sites and temple ruins. There may also be the chance to meet some local herding families. Being reliant on pastures and precipitation, the hardy and hospitable Gobi herders, frequently migrate in and out of the area with their herds of livestock.
Declared as a protected area by the Mongolian Government in the late 20th century, Hustai National Park covers an area of 51,000 hectares and extends though the Khentii Mountains. Combining forested steppes, grasslands and hills it is packed with wildlife and is the reserve of the endangered Przewalski wild horse. These are the last-surviving true wild horses and they can only be found in three Mongolian reserves. Take an evening game drive in search of the horses who venture to lower ground to graze and drink later in the day.
This holiday begins in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar, where more than half the population still lives in gers. Founded by nomadic Buddhist monks, Ulaanbaatar didn’t settle in a permanent location until the 18th century. It then took until the 20th century for the city to really develop, fuelled by its industrial growth. The Gandan Monastery is one of the largest and most significant monasteries in Mongolia. Built in the mid 19th century, it was the only Buddhist monastery that continued to function throughout the communist era.
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Travel not recommended as temperatures can reach as low as -20C.
Whilst marginally warmer than January, travel is still not recommended, with temperatures reaching lows of -15C.
During the Winter months, travel is not recommended. March will experience average temperatures below freezing.
Spring finally starts to emerge during the sunny spells, but the wind can still make it feel wintry. Sunshine is intense but the weather is unpredictable.
Temperatures rise quickly, but there is still a chance of snowfall in the north. The countryside is lush and bursting with flowers.
Usually dry and warm in central and southern regions. Visitor numbers pick up, but it is a very good time to travel with long, warm days to explore.
The hottest month, with temperatures reaching 40°C in the south. There is also the highest chance of rain, because of the influence of the Chinese monsoon.
Peak season, as it ties in with school holidays. Temperatures remain warm in the north, and hot in the Gobi.
The country quietens down, and it can be a very pleasant time to visit. Temperatures generally remain mild in the north and warm in the south. Towards the end of the month, the weather starts to become more unpredictable.
Temperatures drop rapidly, with some snow potentially up north. It is a good time to explore the Gobi desert as it could be warmer, but the weather is unpredictable.
November marks the beginning of Winter with temperatures across the country averaging somewhere below freezing, so travel is generally not recommended.
Travel to Mongolia is not recommended during the Winter months. December will see temperatures reaching lows of -20°C.
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