Comprehensive Guide for Mongolia Trekking Tours

Mongolia is an unconventional travel destination which still remains one of the most astounding untouched natural wonders in the world. The splendid natural beauty of this country can be seen in the rugged mountains and dense forests of the north, in the lush grasslands of the central plains and in the rolling desert dunes of the south. A land of various tribes in its early years, the country was unified under the rule of its great ruler Genghis Khan in the 12th and 13th centuries.

Seeing Mongolia on foot can be spellbinding. You can trek through the high rise mountains, the untouched natural parks, and the vast undulating steppes as you soak in the beauty of the country.

Mongolia offers a variety of trekking options for the avid traveller.Some of the best places to go trekking in Mongolia are listed here.

• Terelj National Park Trek: The natural park is famous for the 2-5 day treks it offers. Tourists can explore the undulating hills, coniferous forests, the clear Tuul River and the open grassland as they walk around the park and its surroundings.
• Terkhiin Tsagaan White Lake Trek: This tour involves trekking around the great Terkhiin Tsagaan White Lake. One also gets a chance to climb the Khorgo-uul volcano. The nights are spent in gers which are the traditional round tents of the Mongol people. This

Mongolia trekking takes at least two days to complete by road.

• Tsambagarav Trek: This trek offers tourists and avid trekkers a 7-day trekking package option either on a horseback or on foot. The places one can come across and visit include the Khatu Valley, the Tsambagarav Mountain and Park, Mara Gorge, the Hovd River and various glaciers and waterfalls.
• The Wild West Trek: This trek combines horse riding along with the traditional treks and hikes. It covers places such as the Tavanbogd National Park, the Potanii Glacier, Mount Malchin, Bear Valley and the Shiveet Petroglyphs of prehistoric men. Trekkers get a chance to travel around Lake Khoton and trek to the Baga Turgen Waterfall.
• Naiman Nuur Trek: This Mongolia trek includes areas around the eight lakes of Naiman Nuur. One can see the Orkhon waterfalls and enjoy a warm bath in the Tsenkher hot water springs. This Mongolia trek takes you through undulating steppes, rugged hills and some of the most pristine landscapes of Central Mongolia.
• Lake Khövsgöl Trek: This is yet another exciting and adventurous trek which is part of the Lake Baikal rift system. During this trek, one can explore and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the lake and the lush countryside. One can indulge in fishing or visit the reindeer herders. In addition, this trek helps birders to watch migratory birds that come from Siberia down to Mongolia.

Avid trekkers can choose to trek for as long as they like as the tour operators in the country offer a range of options in terms of days and locations. If you are looking for a great trekking holiday in Mongolia, then you must find a good tour operator and ask about the options available.

Goyo Travel is a specialist Mongolia tour operator offering organised group tours, private tailor-made trips, and selected additional travel services to and within Mongolia. At Goyo Travel, Mongolian heritage and local knowledge.