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Everything you need to know about money in Mongolia: the tugrik, where to change money, ATMs, credit cards, US dollars and a budget for your free time.

Toilets, showers, water, food, language, internet, safety and more: practical Mongolia travel tips for first-time visitors from local tour staff.

Is Mongolia safe for tourists? Local staff explain pickpockets, nightlife, winter risks, taxis, money, ger security, local laws and insurance.

September nights on the Mongolian steppe are cold. Local staff explain temperatures, why tents are colder than gers, and what to pack.

How we choose and care for the horses on our Mongolian riding tours, and the safety basics every rider should know.

What is Tsogto Mongolia Horse Riding Tour? The people, the team and the way of travel behind our tours, told by our staff and in the words of our guests.

Travel insurance is required on every Tsogto riding tour. How much cover you need and how to choose a policy that covers riding falls and medical evacuation.

What to pack for summer in Mongolia: 10 essentials our local staff learned the hard way, from UV lip balm and a warm layer to odor-proof bags and a power bank.

A quick guide to Mongolia's six UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Orkhon Valley, Burkhan Khaldun, the Altai petroglyphs, Uvs Nuur, Dauria and the deer stones.

Is tipping expected in Mongolia? Typical amounts for guides, drivers, nomad horsemen and hotel staff, and the best time to give a tip on a riding tour.