What should I pack when traveling to Mongolia?
Even if travelling in summer be prepared for a sudden change of temperature. Nights can be chilly with the temperature in the steppe and mountain areas. The key to clothing is the layering system. Layers can be added or discarded with temperature fluctuations.
We suggest you check the climate of your travel season, month and then choose the appropriate clothes. In most cases, you will not need to bring towels as you will be provided in the hotels and tourist Ger camps.
It’s available to check 30 days extended weather forecast from http://www.accuweather.com/en/world-weather
Clothing Suggestions
Season | Month | Suggested Clothing |
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Spring | March | Medium weight clothing, light coat, hat, Western Suits, long sleeve shirts and travel shoes Light weight clothing, sweater and light coat |
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Summer | June | Summer clothing, short sleeve shirts, skirts, sandals, sweater in evenings, rain wear and travel shoes Light, loose tropical clothing, short sleeve shirts, skirts, caps, sunglasses, rainwear and travel shoes |
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Autumn | September | Medium weight clothing, light coat, hat, Western Suits, long sleeve shirts and travel shoes Medium weight, warm clothing, light coat and boots |
October | ||
Winter | November | Heavy, warm clothing, overcoat, thick woolen sweater, hat, gloves and boots |
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The following items are generally recommended on a tour to Mongolia:
- Hiking boots and sandal
- Warm socks: at least few pairs of each
- Lightweight long underwear, top and bottom
- Fleece jacket
- Windbreaker (waterproof / breathable)
- Rain jacket or raincoat
- Backpack, day pack
- Compact/mini flashlight
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Sunhat and sunglasses (60-100% UV)
- Personal toiletries (including shampoo, toothpaste and toothbrush)
- A first-aid kit with personal medications
And please check if the following terms included:
- Valid passport, visas, air tickets, travel insurance document, medical assistance programs that may you have and other needed travel documents
- Travel itinerary and contact names of your travel agent;
- Copies or your important materials
- Credit cards and some cash;
- Cold and digestive medications, lip balm, sanitary napkins
- A notebook and a pen you may need any time
- A power converts and adapter plugs
- Sun glasses in summer;
- Umbrella
- Compact / mini binocular for viewing nature and wildlife
- Camera to take your travel photos
- Travel lamp. Some Ger camps are no 24hrs electricity. So, the travel lamp is recommended to bring!