RULES TO RESPECT IN THE YURT Do not lean against or pass between the central pillars. Always enter with your right foot. Do not step or stand on the thresh-hold. When inside do not to stand, sit on the bed to your left. Never refuse food or drinks, to show courtesy you should at least...Read More
TIPS Tipping is not obligatory in Mongolia, but it is recommended for guides and drivers. €2-3 a day for the driver, and the same amount for the guide.Read More
MONGOLIAN FOOD The Mongolian diet is mainly meat, rice, flour and potatoes. The most popular dishes you can sink your teeth into are the “buuz” (dumpling with a minced mutton filling) and the “khuushuur” (a larger fried flat version of the buuz). The “tsuivan” is another favorite, composed of flat flour noodles, steamed carrots, potatoes...Read More
Ger camps Ger camps are a uniquely Mongolian type of travel accommodation. In recent years a lot of ger camps have popped up, differing in price and quality of service. Camps that offer visitors a more comfortable stay have the usual amenities such as warm showers, toilets, freshly made beds with clean sheets and blankets....Read More
What currency does Mongolia use The national currency is the tugrik. € 1 is roughly equivalent to 2500 tugriks. Currency exchange offices are within walking distance from the city center and easy to find. As there aren’t many banks or ATM’s out in the countryside, it is advisable to take sufficient cash (small denominations) with...Read More
VISAS AND ENTRY FORMALITIES Foreign travelers will need a visa to enter Mongolia. The short stay visa is a maximum of 30 days and costs €60.If you wish to stay longer and but less than 90 days, a € 100 long-stay visa is necessary. For the long-stay visa you will need a letter of invitation...Read More
FLYING Aeroflot (www.aeroflot.ru) – Regular flights from most European capitals with a transfer in Moscow. Air CHINA (www.airchina.cn) – Regular flights from most European capitals with a transfer in Beijing. Korean AIR (www.koreanair.com)- Regular flights from most European capitals transfer in Seoul. MIAT – Mongolian Airlines (www.miat.com) – Departures from Berlin with a transfer in...Read More
HEALTH AND VACCINATION No vaccine is mandatory for Mongolia however the following vaccines are recommended: diphtheria and tetanus hepatitis A hepatitis B measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) typhoid chicken pox flu Pneumonia Rabies Tuberculosis MEDICATION: Antibacterial cream Antibiotics Antihistamines Antifungal Cream or powder Antiseptics Anti-nausea drugs Aspirin or paracetamol Tape and gauze Lozenges anti-diarrheal drugs Insect...Read More
WHEN TO GO ? The winters are long (November to March) and arduous with temperatures dropping down to -40 ° C.The coldest months are December and January. A stay in Mongolia around this time is perhaps an unforgettable experience especially if youstay with the locals during the TsagaanSar (lunar new year) celebrations. The spring is...Read More
PREPARE YOUR BAG A list of essentials that you will need during your stay in Mongolia: Sleeping bag (in some areas the temperature can drop to 0 ° during the night, even in summer) Headlamp or flashlight First aid kit (see below) Walking shoes Hiking socks Hat or Cap Swimsuit Warm clothing for evenings and...Read More
