What to do and see in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia: The Best Outdoor Activities

October 28, 2021 Merry Kessler

Located in the northern part of the country, high above sea level, Ulan Bator is the coldest capital city in the world. The cultural and business center of Mongolia, and a hub connecting the Trans-Siberian Railway with the Chinese rail system, Ulan Bator has become a thriving urban center in one of the most remote locations in the world. Visit the Tibetan-style Gandan Monastery, one of the few buildings in Ulan Bator to predate WWII and one of the few monasteries to survive the Soviet purge.
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1. Stone Horse Expeditions & Travel - Day Tours

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Stone Horse Expeditions & Travel - Day Tours

Stone Horse Expeditions undertakes unique horse trips through pristine cultural and wilderness landscapes. 30+ years of wilderness expedition and guiding experience. Small group size (6 guests max.), high quality, eco-friendly 8,10 and 14 day horse trekking adventures through two of Mongolia's premier wilderness parks. "Train to Ger" 3 and 4 day herder family ger stay and multi-day Gobi Desert tours.

2. Travel Buddies

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Travel Buddies

Travel Buddies is a trusted local agency, based in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. We are a all-season personalized tour operator specially focused on tailor-made experiences just for you and your group visit. Since 2009, hundreds of happy guests returned from our trips. We offer all-season adventure tour packages including cultural, discovery, horseback riding, trekking, winter, festivals and tailor-made photography tours. The accommodation we use and our driver, guide and cook are carefully selected with care to make sure your travel experience is memorable. We are looking forward to travelling with you through Mongolia !

3. Zavkhan Trekking

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Zavkhan Trekking

Zavkhan Trekking offers day treks, and longer, to Mongolia's remotest areas, traveling by horse-back. Our treks are aimed at people who specifically wish to avoid the main tourist areas and get well off the beaten track. For intrepid travelers who know that the best way to experience Mongolia is by horse.

4. Selena Travel Mongolia

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Selena Travel Mongolia

We are a team of enthusiastic tourism professionals, specialize in authentic cultural journeys & active adventures, including trekking, hiking, horse riding, and glamping. Since our start back in 1998, we have been meticulously designing a dream-come-true journeys for our +10000 travellers from all over the world. We also operate Trans-Siberian train tours all across China, Russia and Mongolia.

5. Goyo Travel

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Goyo Travel

Goyo Travel are a specialist Mongolia tour operator offering organised group tours & private tailor-made trips. From rustic charm to pampered comfort....... from day trips to short breaks to long exploratory journeys...... we can provide authentic and original travel experiences to suit every personal requirement and budget. The company is jointly owned and run by British-Mongolian couple Oliver and Goyo Reston, who between them have over 20 years experience in the industry. Goyo Travel Limited is a registered UK company, and we also operate our own company in Mongolia which fulfils the logistical operations of all our trips. At Goyo Travel our Mongolian heritage and local knowledge blends with a British/Mongolian cross-cultural perspective that combines the subtle nuances, attention to detail and extra touches that discerning global travellers appreciate. Come on a Mongolia tour with us and discover for yourself.

6. Nomadic Discovery Mongolia

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Nomadic Discovery Mongolia

Nomadic Discovery day tour include exploration of Historical Places Cultural Experiences in Mongolia. Nomadic Discovery Tours always offer flexible tour itineraries to meet the requirements of each and every single client. Our philosophy is to serve our customers with the opportunity to gain a fascinating and unforgettable time in Mongolia whilst treating visitors with respect and professionalism.

7. Sunpath Mongolia

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Sunpath Mongolia

"Sunpath-Mongolia Tour Operator"is a 100% Mongolian owned tour agency and tour operator that helps you to acquire all kinds of tours in all around Mongolia and dedicated to making your vacation in Mongolia comfortable and relaxing. We offer our customers high qualified service and the safest tours..

8. Mongolia Quest

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Mongolia Quest

As a capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar offers unique sightseeing opportunities, from secluded monastery for nuns to 20th century relics. Our tours offer in-depth interpretation of the sites we visit and focuses more on learning and educational aspects. For example, under our tour, it is possible to visit a ger and with a true Mongolian family and learn about their past and traditions.

9. New Milestone Tours

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New Milestone Tours

All of our trips are tailor made to the solo traveler or to small groups. For Family Vacations, for people who want to film or photograph, people who want to fish in Mongolia, and a day or two days tours from Ulaanbaatar for Trans-Siberian travelers in Mongolia. Because Mongolia is so wide and diverse with unique culture, you will have the opportunity to see many things in a short amount of time according to our program. By your five senses, you will feel part of the unique culture of Mongolia with each tour you take with us. We have close relationship with local nomads in order to promote cummunity based tourism and support their sustainibility. We have a network with nomadic and indigenous people in the Gobi Desert, Eastern steppe, Central grasslands, Northern Taiga Tsaatan people and Altai Mountain.

10. Mongolia Trekking

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Mongolia Trekking

Mongolia Trekking & Tours offers a handpicked selection of mountain biking, trekking, horseback riding, nature and wildlife watching tours and also jeep travels that immerse you in the nomadic culture. These are all inclusive packages that include your principal needs such as accommodation, meals, domestic travel and guiding services as well as equipments required for the various types of activities involved. In addition, we will happily tailor your “once in a lifetime” holiday based on your preferences and abilities. If you, however, are on a short stay in Ulaanbaatar or wish to slow down from the hectic pace of city life then join our day trips in the vicinity of the capital. In just an hour’s driving time you can find relaxing natural environments suitable for hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding, not to mention the possibilities of meeting nomadic peoples and learning of their unique culture.

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