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Travel tips to increase fun in Mongolia


Mongolian people are amiable and welcoming.

Travel is an opportunity to experience new cultures, make unforgettable memories, and, most importantly, have fun. You can add excitement to your journey, careful planning and consideration can significantly enhance your travel enjoyment. Here are some tips to increase your fun quotient and enrich travel experiences.

The first step to a fun-filled trip is selecting a destination that aligns with your interests. Whether you're passionate about history, nature, or culinary delights, research destinations that cater to your preferences. Mongolia is the only country that has a nomadic lifestyle and nomadic way of living, Also, the country is absolutely one of the world’s last undiscovered travel destinations and the safest country to visit. Mongolia travel can get pricey due to the vast distances you’ll need to cover within the country. Fuel is expensive, and those long drives between destinations add up quickly. But you can enjoy the fantastic view while you are driving.

 

Here are some tips that you can do in Mongolia.

 

Visit nomad families


Mongolian people are amiable and welcoming.
Mongolian people are amiable and welcoming.

One of Mongolia’s traveler’s attractions is visiting a nomad family. The nomadic lifestyle has been preserved for centuries. Mongolian culture is best seen in the surrounding the Ger nomads' home and many other invisible strands that make up and characterize a distinct group of people like the Mongolians. Visiting a Mongolian nomadic family provides an immersive experience of their daily life, including herding animals and engaging in traditional cultures and crafts. Respectful behavior is essential for gaining an authentic understanding of Mongolian culture. Gift-giving is a meaningful way to express appreciation for hospitality.


Horse riding


You can reconnect with nature while crossing the country on horseback
You can reconnect with nature while crossing the country on horseback

Horses play a huge part in the nomad way of living as they serve as a ride for all daily chores. You can easily spot the horses everywhere in Mongolia. One of the main activities is that tourists want to ride a horse in Mongolia. The nearest best destinations to do horse riding are Terelj National Park and Khustai National Park.  And the best time to go horse trekking in Mongolia is in the summer and early fall from June – October.


Camel riding



Mongolian Gobi is the perfect place to experience all the fun of camels, which are more comfortable than horse riding as they walk slowly and gently. You will be snuggled by the humps, sitting comfortably between them.


Visit Mongolian Gobi


Mongolia is an unspoiled wonder, a land where dunes sing, and 5 snouted animals roam, nomadic herders greet travelers with open doors.   You can reconnect with nature while crossing the country.

And It’s home to one of the World’s largest deserts.


Golden Eagle Festival



In Western Mongolia deep within the Altai Mountain range, an ancient tradition of hunting with Golden eagles is still alive. The Kazakhs of Mongolia train their eagles to hunt for rabbits and foxes. Once a year hunter from all over Byan-Ulgii province gather to celebrate this traditional skill and compete against each other challenges that show off the abilities of both birds and their trainers.


Try New Foods and Drinks


Culinary Adventures as Cultural Exploration. Food is a gateway to culture. Be adventurous with your palate and try local dishes. Exploring the culinary scene is an enjoyable way to immerse yourself in a new culture.


Taste Airag



Airag is a traditional Mongolian drink made from fermented mare’s milk. Horse Milk is the traditional beverage of Mongolia, you cannot miss it while traveling to the country. The European trekker William Rubrik, who trekked across the steppe ca AD 1250, and watched the same process. As the nomads churn the milk it begins to ferment and bubble up like new wine. He sampled the effervescent beverage and found it pungent and intoxicating. Koumiss makes the inner mas most joyful.


Overcoming Food Fears



If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, research in advance and communicate your needs. Don't let dietary concerns hold you back from culinary exploration.



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