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The nomadic culture in Mongolia is critical to the health of the steppe ecosystem. The rotational grazing patterns practiced by nomads for centuries is important in allowing the land to rest and regenerate. You will be visiting families that are fully nomadic, encouraging them to keep this important heritage alive.

Participate in the daily activities of nomadic families and learn about traditional nomadic lifestyles. By living and immersing yourself in nomadic communities, we are able to supplement their income while allowing them to sustain this important traditional livelihood. To prevent over-extending the nomadic families, we will strive to ensure that each family hosts one group of guests at one time without losing their primary livelihood.

The nomadic culture in Mongolia is critical to the health of the steppe ecosystem. The rotational grazing patterns practiced by nomads for centuries is important in allowing the land to rest and regenerate. You will be visiting families that are fully nomadic, encouraging them to keep this important heritage alive.

Participate in the daily activities of nomadic families and learn about traditional nomadic lifestyles. By living and immersing yourself in nomadic communities, we are able to supplement their income while allowing them to sustain this important traditional livelihood. To prevent over-extending the nomadic families, we will strive to ensure that each family hosts one group of guests at one time without losing their primary livelihood.

Booking lead time

Book minimally 1 month before travel.

Highlight activities

  • Horseback riding
  • Animal herding
  • Milking the yak
  • Building a ger
  • Collecting firewood

Amenities

  • Shared accommodation

FAQ

How do I know if my trip is confirmed?

You will receive an email confirming your submission upon checkout and your host community will confirm your booking within 7 days.

How long should I spend for a free and easy trip?

Please reference other itineraries for a better idea of what you can expect.

Is the booking fee refundable?

A S$35/pax booking fee is charged. No refund will be made for any cancellations on the travellers' end. Should the host community cancel your reservation, the booking fee will be refunded.

Is there a refund on the experiences?

Please refer to individual product itineraries for refund terms and conditions.

TESTIMONIALS

"Absolutely the most rewarding days I've had in a hot second.

Frolicking in a lake, trekking to a cave, fishing (successfully), making bamboo chopsticks and cups and knives, foraging for and making dinner over an open fire, hiking to the bamboo forest - you cannot tell me this is not pure magic."

Sheline, 21

5D4N Free and Easy, Lao Cai
"I don't think I can get this easily elsewhere and it is sooooo precious to a city dweller who is seeking to experience the life of an indigenous villager.

The overall experience was fantastic - the interaction with the Red Dao community was genuine and authentic. They were warm hosts and I liked that they were being themselves (without trying to overextend their hospitality such that it feels manicured).

Thank you Terraformers, CIRUM and the Red Dao organizers for such an awesome experience."

Jayden, 30

4D3N Free and Easy, Lao Cai