Is Mongolia safe to travel?

A country where you can travel with peace of mind.

Mongolia is one of the few countries where you can travel peacefully. If you are invited by a Mongolian or a Mongolian family, you can visit them without any worries. Everyone, including women and children, can travel peacefully. 

Some tips for good to know

However, it is better to be careful of drunk people in the capital and in rural areas. 

The road markings are not good, so do not go alone, because Mongolia has a large territory and settlements are far away from each other, the possibility of getting lost is high, and it is difficult to predict the risk in this case. 

But the phone network is everywhere, unless it's a remote suburb.

Guests and locals are treated with respect with tourists and the whole country can be regarded as a very safe destination for travelers. But you are advised to watch your belongings, avoid dark streets at night, and only use official taxis. Your safety is our first priority at NoNaTravel Mongolia.

What is ATM access like in Mongolia?

Travelers will be able to find ATMs in Mongolian’s large cities and regional centers. Remote and rural areas will have less ATM availability, so prepare accordingly before venturing out of metropolitan or regional areas.

Can I drink the water in Mongolia?

According to the WHO, tap water is safe for consumption for 81% of the country. (www.iswatersafetodrink.in/mongolia)

Bottled water is generally safe – check that the seal is intact at purchase. Tap water in Ulaanbaatar and other cities is considered bacteria-free, however antiquated plumbing means the water may contain traces of metals that won’t be good for your long-term health. Be cautious about drinking from streams and lakes, as they are easily polluted by livestock. Water is usually OK if you can get it high up in the mountains, near the source. If in doubt, boil your water.

COVID 19

• No negative PCR or rapid test results are required to enter Mongolia before departure.
• No testing is required upon arrival at the border points.
• No quarantine or self-isolation.
• When in Mongolia – traveling within the country, between provinces, or getting on domestic flights – No additional requirements.
• Expenses that might incur due to the results of COVID tests before, during or after the tour / Not included all tour prices /

* These provisions apply to all ages, and both vaccinated and unvaccinated.

What is mongolian GER or Yurt?

The Ger is a unique dwelling that Mongolians have been living in for centuries. It is a suitable apartment for nomads to live with their animals in the 4 seasons of the year. The house is very easy and quick to set up and take down. It has many advantages, such as the best air exchange and good heat retention. Mongolians build their Gers facing south. 

Today, more than 50% of Mongolia's population lives in Mongolian Gers. Especially in the countryside. It's suitable to move seasonally with their animals.

Would you like to have an experience with this uniq Ger? We hope so

What vaccinations are required for Mongolia?

Vaccinations are not mandatory, but are recommended by the authorities:

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B for long or multiple stays

Rabies for a long stay, in isolation

Tick-borne encephalitis for a stay in rural or wooded areas up to 1500 m altitude from spring to autumn.

Typhoid for a long stay or in precarious hygienic conditions

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before traveling?

Absolutely. All passengers traveling with NoNa Travel Mongolia are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

We will recommend you:

*International health insurance

*Travel cancellation insurance

*Travel insurance

How about a single supplement?

Single supplement for accommodation such as hotel room,  mongolian Ger and others is available at certain charges, and your request must be informed at least 4 weeks before the tour starts.  

On camping tours, single supplements are optional however on accommodated and small group tours, single supplements are compulsory if you are traveling on your own.If you have purchased the single supplement, you will receive your own tent, hotel room and whole mongolian Ger for the tour.

Single supplement reservations are dependent on destination location and capacity, and will be confirmed after checking availability.

Meals on Tours:

Included on your tour are three meals a day, unless otherwise specified in your tour dossier (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner).

In terms of food, when you are in the capital city, you can comfortably eat in restaurants with a choice of Mongolian, European and Asian cuisine. We try to choose our partners, we work with good friendly service and hygiene. During the camping trip and other trips, you can taste the local specialties on the way in different ways.  You will also have the opportunity to eat delicious food from the kitchen of the nomad's family. Beef and sheep and goats raised on nutritious pastures are often used in cooking.

Bottled water will be given 2l per day per person during the trip. 

*Please let us know in advance if you are a vegetarian at least 30 days before your trip starts.

How far is International Airport Chinggis Khan from central Ulaanbaatar?

It’s about 60 km from the Airport Chinggis Khan to Central Ulaanbaatar.

Some Gift Ideas?

Mongolians are very hospitable and friendly people. They will not expect anything from you in return for their hospitality, but they will be happy to give them a handshake in gratitude. But in rural areas, especially children are happy when guests arrive, and gifts from guests make a special impression. You don't need to prepare a large or expensive gift. Children are interested in crayons, drawing tools, frisbees, balloons, coloring books, picture books in mongolian language, pick-up sticks, notebooks, and small games to play together.