What are the essentials to pack for Mongolia?
For Mongolia, prepare clothing suited to temperature fluctuations: windproof jacket and fleece, sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), and a first-aid kit with paracetamol, plasters, and insect repellent. In winter, add a beanie, gloves, and warm waterproof boots.
Summer essentials (June to September)
- Sun protection : hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Dust protection : bandana-style scarf for the Gobi Desert
- Clothing : windproof jacket and fleece for cool nights
- Shoes : good high-ankle hiking boots
Winter essentials (October to May)
- Cold weather equipment : warm hat and scarf, thick gloves
- Shoes : warm and waterproof shoes, thermal socks
- Clothing : fleece jackets and layerable windproof jackets
Specific equipment for horseback riding trips
- Riding boots and adapted pants
- Knee pads for sensitive knees
- Protection : windproof jacket, sunglasses
Essential first aid kit
- Basic care : paracetamol, blister plasters, bandages
- Protection : sunscreen, insect repellent, antibacterial gel
Key points to remember
Temperature variations in Mongolia can reach 30°C between day and night. Layering your clothing is the key to a successful trip.