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Category Archives: Mongolia Guides
Yeruu Lodge, the Best Place to Stay in Selenge Province
Our review of Yeruu Lodge in Selenge, Mongolia. Including how to get there, price to stay, yurt room review, and more.
Road Trip to the Reindeer Riders: Winter Adventure Tour (Women-only)
This 11-day winter adventure tour takes to meet the last tribe in the world that still rides reindeer, the Tsaatan Tribe.
Mongolian Snuff Bottle: What it is and How to Accept it
The Mongolian snuff bottle is an essential part of local culture, used in everyday greetings and for special occasions. We explain its history, what it’s made from, how to accept it from your host, and more.
What is Mongolian Traditional Mounted Archery?
Everything you need to know about traditional Mongolian mounted archery. Including the history and how to join a training camp and channel your inner Mongol warrior.
Sacred Mongolia: Lunar New Year and Shambala Buddhism Winter Tour
Meet local families and spend Mongolian Lunar New Year learning the ancient traditions associated with this important holiday. Plus, travel to the Gobi Desert to Shambala and Khamariin Monastery to get a better understanding of Mongolian Buddhism, February 27–March 6, 2025.
Quick Guide to Horse Riding in Mongolia
Riding Mongolia’s semi-wild steeds can be the adventure of a lifetime. Read this quick guide to horse riding in Mongolia for things to know, riding advice, and more before booking your big horse riding adventure.
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Mongolia
Not sure what you need to know about visiting Mongolia? One traveler shares the 5 things she wishes she knew before arriving.
Mongolian Shamanism: What to Know and How to Visit One
Everything you need to know about Mongolian shamanism plus how to visit one when you’re traveling in Mongolia.
Gift Ideas for When You’re Visiting a Mongolian Ger (Home)
Tourists should always offer a small gift when they enter a family’s home in Mongolia. Here I explain a few gift ideas as well as things to know.