Goyo Travel - Mongolia Tours & Adventures

27/04/2024

We have just completed our staff training to get ready for the upcoming season.

We covered many subjects from everyday problem solving to first aid.

We are all looking forward to welcoming to Mongolia this summer!

16/01/2023

Free Entry | Good to Go | Frosty Forays

Hear ye! Hear ye! Mongolia hath no visa! Effective immediately and until the end of 2025, the government of Mongolia have scrapped visa requirements for all UK, European, NZ & Australian citizens, increasing the total number of visa-free countries to 61, no less (and no more). More flights and routes have also been added via Frankfurt, Istanbul, Seoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong, making it easier than ever to come and experience the wondrous wilderness landscapes of Chinggis Khaan's homeland. Don't delay, plan your Mongolia trip today!

Good To Go

Our expertly-crafted selection of small group tours are the perfect cost-effective antidote to modern life - taking you to a wondrous wilderness far removed from work worries, the spiralling cost of existence, the drudgery of media doom-scrolling & your addiction to 24/7 connectivity. Add to this the cold, wet, abstinent hell of January, and clearly the only way to extricate yourself from the jaws of despair is to stump up a small deposit and book on one of our amazing Mongolia Group Tours.

Winter Escapes

If you are itching to get away sooner for that winter sun and snow, and some unique adventures of a lifetime, look no further than our imminent departures of specialist-led journeys to Mongolia's frosted extremities. Take the reins of eager hounds on a dog-sled bounding across the glistening frozen Lake Khovsgol, staying in nomad winter camps & teepees and dabbling in a bit of ice-fishing on our Dog-Sledding Adventure (2 places left on our 9 March & 15 April departures); join renowned BBC photographer Timothy Allen on his Migration of the Eagle Hunters expedition alongside a nomadic family as they migrate with livestock through the Altai Mountains to their spring pastures, culminating in an ice archery festival; travel to the remote border area of Asgat Mountain to track snow leopards and other fabled wildlife on our inaugural Tracks of the Altai.

Read more below with details.
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30/09/2022

https://mailchi.mp/goyotravel/ice-festival-7311011?e=bae93c1bd6

In case that you missed our latest newsletter, we still have some spaces left on our incredible winter trips.

08/07/2022

Naadam Day Trip - 11th July 2022 - $170 per person.

Itinerary below and includes a ticket to the Opening Ceremony and Horse Racing Field Stand!

Limited space remaining!

Call: +976 99598468 or WhatsApp +447931469455

24/05/2022

Our first guests in over 2 years touched down in Mongolia today! Great to have our staff back after so long, wishing Gantulga, Doyod, Janie and Freddie a great trip down to the Gobi.

13/03/2022

Mongolia is finally fully open - No entry tests are required!

07/02/2022

Current Travel Rules - 7th February 2022

Mongolia is now open to travellers, although the only border point currently allowing visitors is the main airport in Ulaanbaatar.

Foreigners can enter Mongolia free of restrictions but must present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of travel (from time of 1st point of embarkation). The Mongolian authorities also retain the right to test arrivals – either on an ad hoc/random basis, or by reintroducing mandatory testing for all arrivals. However, both of these have recently been suspended, but could be reintroduced without warning. All passengers should be aware of the possibility of mandatory or selective testing on arrival, and testing charges may apply and may be charged.

Please note that many third-party websites do not have updated current regulations, so best to check directly with us or with Mongolian authorities rather than relying on information from travel advisory websites or foreign governments.

Most airlines have resumed scheduled flights and almost all have full timetables for summer 2022. Embassies have also begun issuing tourist visas again for those nationalities who require them, but please contact your local embassy for up-to-date information.

Citizens of 25 countries are currently exempt from having to apply for a tourist visa, and this list is here - https://www.consul.mn/eng/index.php?moduls=23

Visa on arrival is also available, by pre-arrangement and pre-approval (which can be organised through us), if you are coming from a country which has no Mongolian Embassy or Consular services/visa provision.

Mongolia is also moving towards online visas (evisa.mn) but this is in trial stage and has teething problems so current advice is to continue with the existing method of visa application.

Photo credit to - Tsegi Tur

02/02/2022

Happy Tsagaan Sar!
Хүчирхэг Бар жилдээ
Хамтын хүчээр сэргэн мандацгаая!

Here's to the Year of the Tiger - it's sure to be better than the Rat and the Ox! Great to have Goyo back in Mongolia again after so long, so wonderful to see all our office staff, drivers and guides ready to go and gearing up for the renaissance of tourism in Mongolia this summer now that the country is once again open to visitors. But for now, let's get eating those buuz!

12/11/2021

After almost 2 years since our last overseas guests set foot in Mongolia, the shackles are now off - the government has scrapped self-isolation for double-vaccinated travellers, meaning that we can now finally get back to business. https://www.consul.mn/eng/

For all of you who have stuck with us - time to turn those pencilled-in dates to something more solid. For all those thinking about a trip to Mongolia with us - now is the time to book!

08/10/2021

✅ Mongolia removed from the UK's Travel Red List
✅ 2022 and 2023 Mongolia Trip Dates
✅ Colin Thubron's Adventures in Mongolia
✅ Mongolian Online Visas at last!

Read more from our Goyo Travel Newsletter October 2021 issue with links below:
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07/10/2021

At last our crazy government here in the UK sees sense and removes Mongolia from the red list. After 21 long months with zero guests in Mongolia we can start to fire up again. The long road back to business begins here.....come and book your next great adventure with us now in the most sparsely populated country on earth. , , , , ,

From Monday, arrivals from South Africa, Brazil and Mexico will no longer need to quarantine in hotels.

09/09/2021

Whilst it may not be the focal point of a trip to Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and modern life with a variety of incredible must-see spots including markets, museums, temples, restaurants and more!

27/08/2021

Of course we can't forget to recognise International Dog Day 2021! 🐕

A trip to the Mongolian countryside would almost have to be considered incomplete if you haven't seen the beautiful Mongolian Bankhar dog (very similar to a Tibetan Mastiff).

These giant, fluffy, bear-like dogs can be found around most nomadic family homesteads, and act as a great protector for the families and their livestock from wild threats including wolves and snow leopards... when they're not sleeping 😴

27/08/2021

With eagle hunting season around the corner, we want to know if you have you been on one of our incredible trips to Western Mongolia to view this ancient tradition first hand?

Let us know your memories and share your photo's below 👇 or if you haven't been, check out the once-in-a-lifetime adventures on our website 🦅

www.goyotravel.com

📷 Kate Monkley

08/08/2021

Our guides and drivers aren't just the best around at doing their everyday job, they're surely also the most talented singers you'll ever have leading your adventures, right?

All of our tours include both a guide and driver so that there is no drop in service level.. We let the absolute experts at navigating the Mongolian countryside do their thing, so that you have the full attention of your knowledgeable guide, with a sing-song along the way almost guaranteed!

29/07/2021

Have you missed us? We've certainly missed all of you. But not to worry, we're still here and it is beginning to look bright on the horizon.

If you've not seen much travel content for a while, why not begin by simply checking out some stunning photos of what Mongolia has to offer to whet your appetite... 😍 🇲🇳

Head to www.goyotravel.com for more inspiration and a look at our fantastic selection of private and group tours, perfect for you to return to travel in style!

19/11/2020

✅ Reindeer & Ice Festival Trek - NEW FOR 2022
✅ Conquering Cold Mountain - Interactive Premiere
✅ 2021 Confirmed Group Departures - read more...

https://mailchi.mp/goyotravel/ice-festival

23/10/2020

Full of wonderful surprises, Mongolia never fails to capture the hearts of its visitors, with a language like no other, a unique culture, and vast open land home to a range of activities and experiences you wouldn’t find anywhere other than in this landlocked giant.

Check out our Discover Mongolia blog for our Mongolia top picks, from hidden gems and off the beaten path experiences, to the more well-known lures that draw people into Mongolia.

https://www.goyotravel.com/discover-mongolia-our-top-picks/

09/10/2020

When you think of a desert, what animal comes to mind? A camel, right? Well Mongolia is home to an abundance of Bactrian Camel, and there is no better way to explore the Gobi Desert than cosied between these giant's 2 humps.

02/10/2020

Meeting nomadic families is often the highlight of our guests time in Mongolia! We handpick the most hospitable and authentic families to ensure you have a truly unforgettable experience, whether that includes helping put up a ger, helping with the daily chores, or listening to the family elders' tales of life in the Mongolian countryside.

18/09/2020

Virus. Trump. Brexit. Virus. Trump. Brexit. Repeat every hour, every day, indefinitely.

Here at Goyo Travel though, our bowl of mare's milk is always half full, not half empty, and we can't wait for 2021.

Looking ahead to a year from now, we have got some amazing autumn escapades already on our schedule, and with 2020 prices frozen, 10% discount on all group tours, and flexible rebooking and cancellation terms, there's no better time to start planning your 2021 Mongolian adventure!

Visit https://www.goyotravel.com/group-tours/ to find out more and get in touch!

23/08/2020

Did you know, Ulaanbaatar has a monument for the famous British band The Beatles.

This bizarre attraction, which sits right opposite the State Department Store, finds itself in Mongolia as a symbol of where young Mongolians would gather and listen to forbidden western music during communist times.

It is one of 20 'Cool, Hidden and Unusual Things To Do' in Mongolia by Atlas Obscura.

17/08/2020

A hike up to see Khavtsgait Petroglyphs is a must when visiting the Gobi Desert in southern Mongolia. The ancient rock art is still clearly visible some 4000-5000 years after they were created. The backdrop of the vast Desert isn't a bad reason to hike up to the petroglyphs either.

13/08/2020

This years Naadam may have been tourist-free, or in some cases completley cancelled, but that just makes us even more excited to show our guests these incredible and unique festivities next year.

Head to www.goyotravel.com to check out our 2021 and 2022 tours!!

05/08/2020

Taming horses is a vital part of nomadic Mongolian culture. It allows the nomads to create a bond with their horse, which is important not only to ride them when necessary, but also to train the horse for racing in local events such as Naadam.

We love to include authentic, cultural experiences like this on tours as much as possible.

Visit our website and get in touch to book your 2021 adventure now!

31/07/2020

By now everyone must be craving a nice break abroad, right? So why not bring Mongolia to the top of your list for 2021! If you need some inspiration, just check out our top picks of how to truly discover Mongolia!!

https://www.goyotravel.com/discover-mongolia-our-top-picks/

28/07/2020

With international travel non-existent for large parts of 2020, and this covering almost all of Mongolia's 2020 season, it is still unknown how this will affect ours, and other travel & hospitality companies' TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.

So, if any of our wonderful past guests are yet to do so, any reviews left either on TripAdvisor and/or our page would be greatly appreciated, so that we can continue to show our future guests what they can expect once Mongolia's borders reopen and we get back to what we do best.

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g293956-d7343924-Reviews-Goyo_Travel-Ulaanbaatar.html

24/07/2020

Did you know that throat-singing, which is thought to have originated in western Mongolia, was originally forbidden by the communist regimes of the first half of the 20th century, due to it's ritual and ethnic associations.

However, the incredibly difficult form of singing is now an established national art, and there's a good chance you'll be able to hear some on any of our fantastic tours!

https://www.goyotravel.com/

20/07/2020

When travelling around the world, something that can always be incredibly handy and well received is knowing some of the local lingo.

So, if you plan on visiting Mongolia anytime soon, or just happen to have some extra spare time on your hands, we've put together a blog on the background of the Mongolian language, how it ties in with a Goyo Travel tour, and of course some of the basic words and phrases for you to try and wrap your tongue around ready for your holiday of a lifetime.

https://www.goyotravel.com/getting-to-grips-with-mongolian-language/

14/07/2020

Have you been scratching your head wondering how to fill some of that extra spare time during lockdown? Well so have we. However, every cloud has a silver lining - and our team of guides, drivers, and office staff have been making the most of their enforced sabbatical, in many different and interesting ways. Take a look at a what they have been up to on our Downtime Diaries blog, featuring new additions to families, home improvements and jolly outings in the Mongolian countryside!

https://www.goyotravel.com/downtime-diaries/