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Ulaanbaatar to the Gobi: The Best Itinerary

The Gobi is Mongolia’s great adventure. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Semi-Gobi
  2. 2Sand dunes
  3. 3Camel ride
  4. 4Nomad camp

The desert

Into the vast Gobi.

The dunes

Camel rides on the sand.

The nomads

Staying in a ger camp.

Ulaanbaatar to the Gobi — FAQ

How do you visit the Gobi from Ulaanbaatar?
By multi-day tour, reaching the Gobi by road or flight; semi-Gobi trips offer a shorter taste.
What can you do in the Gobi?
Ride camels on the dunes, see the Flaming Cliffs, and stay in nomad ger camps.
How long should a Gobi trip be?
Full Gobi tours take several days; semi-Gobi options fit into one or two.