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What To Expect
The rewards of visiting a developing
country require traveling with flexibility,
a spirit of adventure, and a
willingness to accept local standards
of amenities and services. In true
expedition style, some delays or
changes in the itinerary are likely.
Accommodations are comfortable
and clean and range from the first
class Ulaanbaatar Hotel to traditional
nomadic "gers"—dome-shaped tents
constructed of latticed walls, covered
by felt and canvas. Ger camps
offer an authentic experience of
Mongolian culture and provide a
unique opportunity to visit areas
that otherwise lack visitor accommodations.
Cozy and quaint, gers
are heated by wood-burning stoves;
modern bathrooms are located in a
central building. Meals are hearty,
meat-based, and simple. Transportation
is by bus and four-wheel-drive
vehicle; most roads are unpaved and
can be very rough and dusty; there
will be some drives of up to seven
hours.
August temperatures will
range between 50° and 90° F,
depending on the region and time
of day. Altitudes will range from
4,000 to 6,500 feet. Participants
should be in good physical condition.
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