Sain baina uu! I’m Sugi from Tsogto Mongol Horse Riding Tour.
“Do I need to tip in Mongolia, and how much?” is a question we hear a lot. Mongolia used to be a country where tipping simply wasn’t expected, but as tourism has grown, tipping guides, drivers and nomad families has slowly become more common.
Tipping Culture in Mongolia Is Changing
Not long ago, people would tell you that tipping isn’t done in Mongolia. Today, with more and more visitors, tipping on tours and in hotels is gradually spreading.
Tips are especially appreciated by the people who spend long days with you — your guide and the nomadic horsemen who look after you and the horses.
How Much to Tip in Mongolia
There are no fixed amounts, but here is a rough guide:
- Guides and drivers: US$10–20
- Nomad families and horsemen: around US$10–20 if they have gone out of their way for you
- Hotel porters: US$1–2 for carrying your bags
Tipping is not compulsory in Mongolia. But a small “thank you” often leads to warmer exchanges and more special memories.
Tipping on Our Tours
On Tsogto Mongol Horse Riding Tour trips, we suggest around US$10 or more as a guideline. US dollars or Mongolian tugrik are both fine.
- You will usually spend several days with the same guide and horsemen, so less than US$10 may feel a little small.
- For a multi-day ride, US$10–20 per person is a common amount.
Tips are always optional — give whatever feels right to you.
When to Give a Tip
- When someone has been especially kind or helpful during the trip
- On the last day, when you say thank you and goodbye
- On a riding tour, right after you reach the finish
After the ride, the horsemen take the horses back home, so the moment you arrive at the finish is the perfect time.
Make Your Trip Even More Memorable
A small tip is a simple way to say “thank you” — and it often opens the door to friendly conversations and a deeper connection with Mongolian people and their culture.
