Ger Camping
Camp out in a traditional ger under millions of twinkling stars.
This holiday to Mongolia offers a family adventure through the open steppes to the landscapes of the Gobi Desert – full of activities and culture to keep the children captivated.
Camp out in a traditional ger under millions of twinkling stars.
Visit nomadic families where children learn to ride a horse before they can walk.
Go fossil hunting in the Flaming Cliffs, where the first nest of dinosaur eggs were found.
Raft, cycle, horse ride and hike the landscapes of Gun Galuut Nature Reserve.
Mongolia is an exciting and incredibly special destination for a family holiday. Vast open spaces are free from traffic and the people of the country are welcoming and hospitable with a deep respect for nature. Study dinosaur fossils in Ulaanbaatar before camping on the open steppe, spending days searching for wildlife by kayak, bike or on foot. A short flight will deliver you to the Gobi Desert for four days of adventure. Explore the desert dunes from a camels hump, nomad style, see ancient rock art (the Banksy’s of millions of years ago), visit nomadic families, hunt for fossils and sample the traditional drink of Airag (not quite a milkshake – it is fermented Mares milk). A trip to remember for the whole family.
Day 1 - 2
Ulaanbaatar
Day 3
Ulaanbaatar - Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve
Day 4
Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve - Ulaanbaatar
Day 5
Ulaanbaatar - Dalanzadgad - Gobi Desert
Day 6 - 7
Gobi Desert
Day 8
Gobi Desert - Dalanzadgad - Ulaanbaatar
Day 9
Ulaanbaatar
Day 1 - 2
Ulaanbaatar
Day 3
Ulaanbaatar - Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve
Raft, cycle, horse ride and hike the landscapes of Gun Galuut Nature Reserve.
Day 4
Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve - Ulaanbaatar
Raft, cycle, horse ride and hike the landscapes of Gun Galuut Nature Reserve.
Day 5
Ulaanbaatar - Dalanzadgad - Gobi Desert
Camp out in a traditional ger under millions of twinkling stars.
Day 6 - 7
Gobi Desert
Go fossil hunting in the Flaming Cliffs, where the first nest of dinosaur eggs were found.
Day 8
Gobi Desert - Dalanzadgad - Ulaanbaatar
Visit nomadic families where children learn to ride a horse before they can walk.
Day 9
Ulaanbaatar
Visit nomadic families where children learn to ride a horse before they can walk.
The largest desert in Asia, the Gobi covers huge chunks of both Mongolia and China. Spend three nights at Three Camels Lodge and experience the Gobi desert landscape in comfort. This region is home to a wealth of wildlife and birdlife and is famous for the number of dinosaur fossils found here. During your stay you will sleep in a ger tent, the the traditional felt dwellings used by Mongolian herders.
Explore by horseback or mountain bikes and venture further afield by 4WD. Scale sand dunes on foot or by Bactrian camel and join a local camel herding family for tea. The legendary “Flaming Cliffs”, are so named for the red-orange sandstone which glows brilliantly at sunrise and sunset. It was here, in 1922, that Dr. Roy Chapman Andrews and his exploration team from the American Museum of Natural History found the world’s first nest of dinosaur eggs.
Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve occupies a beautiful river valley with mountain ranges surrounded by rolling steppe. Meet local horsemen and their steeds, joining them to explore this scenic area on horseback. Encounter local nomadic families in their summer pasture, scan the skies for golden eagle, explore wetlands in search of birdlife such as rare white-naped cranes. A hike through the valley leads to the habitat of indigenous vultures such as lammergeiers, Altai snowcocks, ibex, yaks, and argali mountain sheep, the largest wild sheep in the world.
The Museum of Natural History in Ulaanbaatar offers the chance to wander amidst dinosaur skeletons, including the world famous ‘fighting dinosaurs’ found some 80 million years ago. Also, visit other quirky and family friendly ‘museums’ including one displaying a range of traditional toys and games and a 13th-century park with camps set up to reflect how life would have been in Mongolia hundreds of years ago.
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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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