Semi-Gobi Desert Day Tour with Camel Ride & Sand Dune Exploration
An unforgettable day tour through Mongolia’s Semi-Gobi, featuring camel trekking, dramatic desert landscapes, and an authentic taste of nomadic life
What to expect
Language
All Language
Destination
Gobi Desert
Best time
June - Sep
Activty
Gobi Exploration
Age
10+
Duration
1 Day
Group
1+
Availibility
Year-round
Overview
Experience the natural beauty and nomadic culture of Mongolia on this full-day tour to the Semi-Gobi Desert. Ride camels across golden sand dunes, visit a local herder family, and enjoy a traditional Mongolian lunch. This scenic escape offers a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and desert landscapes—all within a day’s reach of Ulaanbaatar.
Itinerary
06:30 – Depart from Ulaanbaatar
Begin your day with an early hotel pickup, setting off on a scenic 280-kilometre drive west to Elsen Tasarkhai, known as the “Semi-Gobi.” Enjoy photo stops along the way, taking in Mongolia’s diverse landscapes from open steppe to rocky hills.
10:30 – Arrival at Elsen Tasarkhai
Arrive at the sand dunes and stretch your legs with a short hike to appreciate the unique desert-steppe environment and spot local wildlife.
11:00 – Traditional Mongolian Lunch
Stop at a countryside food station for an authentic lunch, sampling dishes like khuushuur, tsuivan, and suutei tsai—Mongolian classics prepared with local flair.
12:00 – Camel or Horseback Ride on the Dunes
After lunch, enjoy a guided camel or horseback ride across the small sand dunes with experienced local herders—experience the nomadic way of travel through this stunning terrain.
13:30 – Visit to a Nomadic Family
Visit a nearby nomadic family’s ger to learn about their traditional lifestyle, customs, and hospitality. Taste dairy treats and enjoy an insightful cultural exchange.
14:30 – Depart Elsen Tasarkhai for Ulaanbaatar
Begin the return journey to the capital city.
18:00 – Arrive back at your hotel in Ulaanbaatar
Meal included: Lunch (L)
Inclusions
Included
- Transfers between Ulaanbaatar and Elsentasarkhai
- English-speaking experienced guide
- All meals as per itinerary
- Comfortable 2-wheel drive SUVs, including road tax
- Camel rides, hikes, nomadic family visit, and activities
- National park entrance fees and permits
- 1 litre of drinking water per person per day
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, phone calls, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks outside of meals
- Expenses arising from force majeure or unforeseen circumstances (e.g., delays, cancellations)
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Semi-Gobi Desert Tour - Camel Ride, Nomadic visit & Traditional Ger Overnight
Unveil the Magic of Mongolia’s Semi-Gobi with Camel Rides, Sunsets, and Nomadic Hospitality
- Price$280
- Group1+ pax
- Duration2 Days/1 Night
- Nearest departureEveryday