Mongolia Guides Archives

Ten Thousand Camel Festival Winter Group Tour 2027

9-day group tour to Mongolia’s Ten Thousand Camel Festival. Celebrate Bactrian camels and camel herding culture Jan 25 – Feb 2, 2027.

Gorkhi-Terelj National Park Travel Guide: Best Short Trip from Ulaanbaatar

Travel tips from a local for exploring Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, including 11 of the best things to do when you visit. Only 70 kilometers from Ulaanbaatar!

Your Mongolian Language Cheat Sheet

Learning how to speak Mongolian language is not easy. Whether you’re ordering food in the city or exploring the countryside, use this cheat sheet to help you get by.

16 Incredible Festivals, Holidays, & Events to Plan A Mongolia Trip Around

From festivals dating back to the days of Genghis Khan to events celebrating Mongolia’s nomadic heritage, these festivals, holidays, and events are worth planning a trip around.

Flying to Mongolia: A Helpful Istanbul Airport Layover Guide for Long and Short Layovers

Flying to Mongolia on Turkish Airlines? Use this helpful Istanbul Airport guide and maximize a long or short layover at Istanbul International Airport (IST).

Winter in Mongolia: 7-Day Itinerary, Packing List, + Budget

With temperatures that drop below -30°C (-22°F), there are a few things you need to know about traveling to Mongolia during the winter season. Plus, I share my packing essentials to help you stay warm, even when it seems impossible.