Places & Tips for Trekking in Mongolia
If you are looking for some of the best trekking options in Central Asia, you are in for a treat at Mongolia. From wild, barren landscapes to endless horizons, the populated nomadic land has been loved by trekkers from all across the globe. One can find a diverse range of terrain with valleys, plains and hills scattered all across the country. Sprawling over 1.5 million square kilometers (0.58 million sq. mi), it has one of the least population density which favors trekking in Mongolia.
From the wide steppe Altai Mountain to the Gobi Sand Dunes (See also Gobi Desert), Mongolia is paradise of adventure travel. You have to choose the destination depending on when you are trekking. The hiking and the adventure tour will not just be about connecting with the nature but also exploring the raw, nomadic lifestyles of the local people.
Before moving on to the list of the top places for trekking in Mongolia, here's a guide that can help you what to pack and how to prepare for the trek-
Tips for trekking
Horseback or on foot?
Trekking in Mongolia |
Climate
Packing
• Tent
• Sleeping bag
• Mattress
• Cooking utensils for Camping
• Candles and Lighter or match
• Knife or multi tools
• Compass and map
• Head lamps/ Tent lights
• Waterproof document keeper wallet
• Water & wind resistance trousers
• Light hiking boots (2 pairs of boots) and must be water resistant
• Jumper and Raincoat
• Mosquito or bug spray
• Sun cream
• Wet tissues
• Camera and charged batteries
• Mongolian garment- Deel
• Sleeping bag
• Mattress
• Cooking utensils for Camping
• Candles and Lighter or match
• Knife or multi tools
• Compass and map
• Head lamps/ Tent lights
• Waterproof document keeper wallet
• Water & wind resistance trousers
• Light hiking boots (2 pairs of boots) and must be water resistant
• Jumper and Raincoat
• Mosquito or bug spray
• Sun cream
• Wet tissues
• Camera and charged batteries
• Mongolian garment- Deel
Top trekking destinations
This unique cultural adventure is generally a five-day trek and starts from Ulaanbaatar. Start from the Tavan Bogd Mountains which is set on the borders of Russia and China and will find the highest peak of the country. Malchin (herders) Mountain is undoubtedly the most thrilling peak and can be hiked without any technical equipment. With weather permitting, this is the most ideal place to enjoy the panoramic view of Mongolian landscape. Hiking to Tsagaan Gol (White River) is the National Park is yet another choice in the trek. Check out the eagle hunters’ village and the unique lifestyle of these nomads on your way back to the city.
Kharkhiraa Uul & Türgen Uul
Kharkhiraa Uul & Türgen Uul |
Tsambagarav Uul National Park
Tsenkheriin Agui
Otgon Tenger Uul Strictly Protected Area
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- Last updated on Mar. 17, 2021 -