Snow leopard is an elusive big cat that inhabits in 12 range states across Asia. It’s believed to be an indicator species for its high altitude ecosystem. A stable population of snow leopard marks that high mountain ecosystems are in good shape. We are thrilled by the news that one of the biggest field surveys in the…
Altai Tavan Bogd (ATB) national park has some of the most stunning scenery in Mongolia with towering mountains, glacier, deep lush valleys, and freshwater lakes. It sits in the westernmost region, bordering Mongolia with its two neighbours Chine and Russia. The name of the national park literally translates to “Five Saints of Altai” referencing the…
As of 12 April, 15718 confirmed cases of COVID-19 are reported in Mongolia, of which 9516 have recovered. Health organizations conducted 2479832 laboratory surveillance of coronavirus disease so far with a result of 15290 cases of community spread and 428 imported cases of COVID-19. Current situation: The first case of local COVID-19 transmission was…
Sustainability is an open-ended, ongoing process which requires constant updates. Zendmen Travel Mongolia is committed to supporting sustainable tourism development through our operation, and here are some of the steps we have taken in the past year. Purchase/procurement from local sources: Supporting local businesses is one of the fundamentals of sustainable development. Thus, we actively…
Hunting with raptors is very much an ancient tradition of the Central Asian nomadic tribes. The earliest mentions in the historic resources, Secret History of the Mongols reveals Bodonchar Munkhag, a direct ancestor of Chinggis Khaan, was abandoned by his tribe and caught a goshawk for hunting to survive from starvation. Also, Marco Polo noted…
Ikh Nartiin Chuluu, commonly known as Ikh Nart, lies in the East Gobi, marking the northeast ending of the Gobi Desert. Ikh Nart Nature Reserve was established in 1996, covering 66000 hectares to protect a globally important population of argali sheep. As the transition area between the desert and grassland, Ikh Nart has a unique…
While Tsagaan Sar or Mongolian Lunar new year is a nationally celebrated holiday in Mongolia, you wouldn’t want to miss its delicacy. Since the name of the festival itself indicates the white, symbolizing purification and whitening what’s been dark, the food and beverage of the festival are intended to be white in colour. The traditional…
Mongolia houses some of the most majestic plains and varied landscapes which make the country ideal places to wander with a horse. We encourage our clients to embrace a rare opportunity to trot with enduring Mongolian horses through the vast steppes, rolling hills, and the mountains. Also, you wouldn’t imagine Mongolian history without sturdy Mongolian…
Dear Travel partners and buyers,We invite you to plan and extend your travel destination to Mongolia with us at WTM in London! Once again, we are exhibiting at World Travel Market between 4-6 November 2019. Please come and join us at our stand, AS835, to get to know about Mongolia and exotic tours that we…
Tsagaan Suvraga is one of the many unusual scenery the Gobi Desert has to offer. Sometimes referred to as White Stupa, Tsagaan Suvraga’s scarps are situated in Ulziit soum, Dundgobi province. The slopes look like ruins of the ancient city from the distance. You will be greeted by 100 meters wide (328 ft) and 30…