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Trip Planning
Because of its extreme continental climate, timing is everything when planning a trip to Mongolia. The country experiences massive temperature swings—ranging from blistering summer heat in the Gobi Desert to freezing sub-zero winter blasts on the northern steppe. If you are planning a self-drive road trip or an overland
Trip Planning
Planning a road trip through Mongolia is nothing like driving through Western Europe or North America. There are no roadside motels every fifty kilometers, digital highway signs don't exist, and the moment you veer off the main paving, you are navigating by landmarks and dirt tracks. It is
Driving Guides
Driving in Mongolia is not just a mode of transportation; it is the adventure itself. You will cross dry riverbeds, navigate completely unmarked dirt tracks, and share the road with massive herds of camels. However, the logistics of overlanding here are entirely different from road-tripping in North America or Europe.
Driving Guides
Budgeting for a Mongolian road trip can be frustrating. Because the local rental market is heavily fragmented, foreigners often find themselves facing hidden fees, fluctuating exchange rates, and the dreaded "tourist tax" when trying to secure a vehicle. So, how much does it actually cost? In 2026, the
Driving Guides
If you look at photos of Mongolian road trips, almost every vehicle you see kicking up dust on the steppe is a rugged, high-clearance 4x4. This leads most travelers to ask the same question: Do I really need a massive 4x4, or can I get by with a standard rental
Driving Guides
Driving in Mongolia is a bucket-list adventure, but it is not for the faint of heart. When foreigners ask, "Is it safe to drive in Mongolia?" they usually aren't asking about crime. Mongolia is incredibly safe from a personal security standpoint, and violent crime against tourists
Driving Guides
Mongolia is one of the last true overlanding frontiers on Earth. With vast, unfenced steppes and nomadic trails instead of paved highways, the way you choose to travel will completely define your experience. For foreigners planning a trip in 2026, the biggest decision you have to make before arriving in
Culture & Travel Tips
Traveling to Mongolia requires you to leave your comfort zone behind. It is a country of absolute extremes—vast unfenced landscapes, ancient nomadic traditions, and an environment that demands self-reliance. Whether you are overlanding the Gobi Desert or spending a week in the northern mountains, knowing how the country actually
Driving Guides
Driving across the Mongolian steppe is the ultimate overlanding dream. There are no fences, the landscapes are endless, and you have the absolute freedom to pitch a tent next to a wild river. But let’s be honest: renting a vehicle here as a foreigner can be incredibly confusing. Between
Trip Planning
If you are planning your first trip to Mongolia, deciding where to drive can be overwhelming. The country is absolutely massive, and because off-road speeds are slow, trying to see the Gobi Desert and the deep Northern lakes in a single 10-day trip will leave you exhausted and stuck behind
Trip Planning
Packing for a Mongolian road trip is a unique challenge. In a single day, you might experience blistering desert heat, a sudden torrential downpour, and near-freezing nighttime temperatures. Furthermore, because you will be overlanding in a 4x4 rather than staying in urban hotels, space is limited, and dust gets into
Culture & Travel Tips
When you step off the plane in Ulaanbaatar, your smartphone is your ultimate survival tool. However, the apps you rely on at home—like Google Maps, Uber, or standard weather apps—often fail completely on the Mongolian steppe. Because mobile data drops out in deep valleys and local infrastructure operates