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The flmaing cliffs in Mongolia's Gobi Desert

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Mongolia

Find peace in the captivating natural beauty and nomadic way of life

Interplanetary travel may be a long way off yet, but the vast golden plains of Mongolia’s Gobi Desert could convince you that you’re in another world. Endemic species and spectacular natural formations lend it an extraterrestrial quality, with whispers of a world you’ve never experienced before, while the undulating dunes seem to stretch into infinity, with nothing but sand and silence between you and the sky.

This fabled land tells the story of thousands of years of history; the footsteps of Khans and nomads alike echo in the dust, with ancient petroglyphs carved into red rock cliffs a lasting testament to their survival in this unforgiving landscape. In folklore, it’s known as the land of dragons, and, upon seeing the fossilised dinosaur remains found at the red ‘flaming cliffs’, you might almost believe it.

It’s traversed now by an altogether different kind of animal; rare Bactrian camels slope across the steppe, while springing gazelles pass through on migration and even elusive snow leopards can be spotted in the mountains.

By camel or on horseback are the traditional ways to get out and explore the region’s captivating scenery, although e-scooters are a modern and undoubtedly fun alternative. While its status as a desert implies nothing but sand, the topography is richly varied, encompassing multiple national parks and surprising biodiversity.

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  • The Gobi Desert in Mongolia
  • Tahki horses in Mongolia's Gobi Desert
  • A rare Bactrian camel in Mongolia's Gobi Desert
  • The flaming Cliffs in Mongolia's Gobi Desert
  • An eagle in Mongolia's Gobi Desert
  • The Flaming Cliffs in Mongolia's Gobi Desert

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Gobi Desert specialists

Watch the sky ignite at the Flaming Cliffs

Sip a sundowner as you watch the sky flood with colour at the flaming cliffs

Read rock carvings thousands of years old

Discover history through thousands of years old rock carvings

Ride on horseback or e-scooter

Explore the terrain on horseback, or by e-scooter for something a little different

Stay with a nomadic family in the desert

Learn about the nomadic way of life that exists here

Take in the scale of the Gobi landscape

Marvel at the striking landscapes and natural beauty

A word from one of our experts

The Gobi Desert is unlike anywhere I've ever been - everything from the nomadic way of life to the richness of the landscapes was utterly fascinating. This was an eye-opening destination, and one I loved every minute of exploring.

Jack Beckford Senior Travel Designer

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