Mongolia is the dream of many travelers eager for a change of scenery, adventure and memorable encounters. In summer, the country is filled with visitors who come to immerse themselves in an untouched nature or almost, to experience the nomadic way of life and to travel in a different way, by jeep or horse. Still away from mass tourism, this destination lends itself well to travel off the beaten track. Despite the vastness of the country, many agencies limit themselves to the "great classics" and to a south/north axis, with the Gobi desert, the central steppes and the Khuvsgul lake region, where most of the tourist accommodations are located. Wishing to stand out from its colleagues, Wind of Mongolia agency designs tours with a strong identity and intense content. It places the wealth that makes Mongolia unique at the heart of its trips and plays with its vastness, the nomadic way of life, the ethnic groups close to their customs and the transhumance to develop unique trips. You will discover an authentic and true Mongolia, as few have seen it, and this, throughout the year. Forget about hotels, yurt camps and cafeterias, or "must-see" or "must-do" sites: Wind of Mongolia redefines tourism and takes you on a complete immersion in the ancestral culture and the grandiose landscapes of the "Land of the eternal blue sky". From 2023 to 2025, visitors from certain countries, including France, will be exempted from the tourist visa required until now. It is therefore no longer necessary to obtain a visa to visit the country.
In autumn, during festivals
After the summer, visitors leave the country and the steppes become quiet again. The intensity of the nomads' activities eases and they are very happy to see travelers passing by. As the temperature drops, the purity of the air reinforces the splendor of the autumn lights. It is a good time to explore the steppe! Wind of Mongolia has set up some autumn tours, which are based on festivals. At the end of September, go to Bayan Ulgii, in the extreme west of the country, during the Festival of Eagles and its competitions between Kazakh eagles. In November, the Khentii province hosts the 10,000 Horses Festival to celebrate this emblematic animal of Mongolia.
In winter, for more intense stays
During winter, Mongolia takes on another face, far from its summer tourist atmosphere and much more authentic. It is a period that will delight travelers who are not afraid of the cold and living conditions called "extreme". Winter is synonymous with authentic adventures: enjoy encounters far from the tourist camps and a total change of scenery. This is the period during which the sobriquet "Land of the Blue Sky" takes on its full meaning: the light is sublime, the skies are often clear and you can take the measure of the icy and wild beauty of the immensities.
Wind of Mongolia invites you to discover an underrated facet of the country through tours and activities out of the ordinary. From snow-covered sand dunes to camel rides, sledding expeditions, snow-covered expanses and frozen rivers, you are sure to be amazed. Winter is also a good time to meet local ethnic groups who still live by ancestral traditions: the Kazakhs, in the west, who practice eagle hunting, or the Tsaatan reindeer breeders who spend the winter at the edge of the taiga, in the north. Wind of Mongolia offers you immersion stays with these people in the heart of winter, as well as horseback treks allowing you to join nomads in the Arkhangai province.
In spring, season of flowers and children
Spring marks the return of warmer and milder temperatures, although the weather can remain extremely changeable. With the melting of the white coat that covered the steppe all winter, the landscapes start to green up again and the flowers start to open. It is also the birthing season: the animals give birth from the end of March. Travelers who venture to Mongolia in the spring will be able to observe the young animals running and grazing all over the steppe. This is the perfect time to let Wind of Mongolia tailor a tour for you, as at this time of year the nomads are not yet too busy and enjoy meeting new people. They are happy to leave the cold winter behind. Most of them like spring: new births are the future of their herd.
Unique and tailor-made tours
Wind of Mongolia creates "à la carte" tours, which you can customize to your liking, and takes you to remote places, at times that most visitors don't go. What are you waiting for to pack your bags?
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When is it available?
All year round! Wind of Mongolia is one of the few agencies that take travelers to discover Mongolia in every season. Enjoy off the beaten track trips in spring, winter and fall.
Duration
Count about two weeks for a stay... three being the ideal! The country is huge, it takes time to move around and to fully enjoy all the treasures it has to offer.
Public
Travelers looking for sporty trips, immersion, authentic encounters, and unique experiences such as transhumance, will undoubtedly find their happiness! This kind of trip can be done alone, with friends or as a couple.
The most
- Meet ethnic groups and discover their traditions.
- Travel during the low tourist season, to immerse yourself in an authentic Mongolia.
- Benefit from Wind of Mongolia's tailor-made accompaniment: experienced English and French speaking guides.
The minuses
- Some roads can be a bit difficult out of season, but the road network is slowly improving.
- In winter, you must be able to bear the cold and be well equipped! However, it is a very dry air so, despite the temperatures indicated by the mercury, the feeling remains quite relative.
Useful
- WIND OF MONGOLIA - More information on the site
Contacts : Bagii, Joël or Oyuna
Tel. and WhatsApp: (+976) 99 10 14 80; (+976) 99 09 05 93; (+976) 80 10 44 75.
