Mongolia Women Only Tours
Invite your sisters, daughters, mothers, grandmothers, and close female friends to embark on one of our women-only tours of Mongolia. These tours are led by our female Mongolian trip assistants, who are not only deeply connected to their homeland but also love the experiences that only travel can bring. Designed specifically for women, these cultural adventures offer an intimate glimpse into the lives and challenges of local Mongolian women.
Through our established local community partnerships, you will engage in a variety of experiences that immerse you in Mongolian culture from a distinctly female perspective. This journey is more than just a trip; it’s a celebration of women’s strength and spirit, providing a personal and heartfelt introduction to Mongolia. Join us for a journey of discovery and camaraderie.
The Philosophy Behind Our Mongolia Female Only Tours Experience
A Google search for “solo female travel” yields millions of results, reflecting a growing and continuing interest in solo female travel experiences. Yet, our inspiration for launching a unique women-only tour of Mongolia transcends simply following trends. Our commitment extends deeper, as evidenced by our recognition as Gender Equality Champions of the Year by Equality in Tourism International, highlighting our long-term dedication rather than just meeting diversity quotas.
Unlike typical women-only tours that often retrofit standard itineraries for female travellers, design truly distinct experiences. Our Mongolia women-only tours and experiences are specifically aimed at providing female travelers with an understanding of the challenges and lifestyles of local women, facilitated by enduring partnerships within the local community. Our experiences also offer a glimpse into the lives of the female members of our EL team through a range of unique experiences.
Our all-women team of trip assistants, who do not come from professional tourism backgrounds, find immense professional and personal growth in hosting international women, enriching the travel experience with genuine, transformative interactions.
Why We’re The Gender Equality Champions 2024
Our Guide For Female Travellers To Mongolia
How We Empower Mongolian Women In Tourism
Join Us on a Women-Only Tour in Mongolia
Our women-only tours in Mongolia are thoughtfully designed to offer a deeper understanding of the diverse lives of Mongolian women in the 21st century. Each tour is customisable, allowing you to create a unique and personal journey tailored to your schedule and interests. Whether you start with one of our suggested itineraries or build your own, the experience is flexible. Upgrade your accommodations, extend your stay, or add active adventures such as mountain biking in the Middle Gobi or trekking in Western Mongolia.
Authentic Connections, Deep Insight
Throughout your journey, you’ll be welcomed by Mongolian women with whom we’ve cultivated strong, long-term partnerships. These aren’t just professional relationships—they’re personal friendships that enrich your experience.
Mongolian women hold a unique place in society, enjoying equal status with men and historically maintaining greater independence and higher social positions than women in many other Asian cultures. Our women-only tour experiences offer a rare opportunity to experience life from their perspective. Discover their impressive careers, rich traditions, and daily lives in ways that go beyond the guidebooks.
Choose The Option That Suits You Best
We offer three inspiring ways to explore Mongolia through the eyes of its women:
The Founders Tour
Join Jess, the founder of Eternal Landscapes and a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, for an exclusive adventure. Accompanied by one of our female trip assistants, Jess will guide you through an unforgettable itinerary, sharing personal insights into Mongolia’s landscapes, history, and the women shaping its future. These one-of-a-kind tours are crafted to provide connection and inspiration.
Customise One Of Our Existing Experiences
Choose from our wide range of itineraries, from single-day experiences to multi-day adventures. Tailor them to suit your female-only group, travel alongside one of our female trip assistants, and meet incredible women hosts. Along the way, you’ll engage with projects that empower women across Mongolia.
Design Your Own Experience
Have a specific vision or limited time? Share your budget and preferred dates, and we’ll create a bespoke women-only tour just for you.
Beyond Travel: A Journey of Connection and Discovery
No matter which option you choose, our women-only tours promise meaningful connections, great adventures, and a deeper appreciation of Mongolia’s culture, resilience, and the inspiring women who call it home.
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Showcasing A Few Our Partnerships With Mongolian Women
After her husband’s tragic accident, Darsuren, a devout Buddhist, relocated her family to the Amarbayasgalant Monastery, motivated by her desire for her middle son to receive an education as a boy monk, a path she believed would offer both spiritual guidance and future stability. While searching for accommodation near Amarbayasgalant in Mongolia, we sought a place that would allow our guests the freedom to explore the area independently, without the dependency on vehicles, and that operated year-round to also contribute to the local community’s economy. This search led us to Darsuren, who offers 2-3 gers as guest accommodations.
Selenge Tserendash, the director of the Mongolian Quilting Centre, founded this impactful NGO in 2005 with the mission to transform the lives of disadvantaged and unemployed women in Ulaanbaatar and rural areas. Discover more about her inspiring journey and the motivations behind her dedication to this cause. Follow this link for an exclusive interview with Selenge Tserendash, where she shares the powerful story behind the establishment of the Mongolian Quilting Centre.
Bujee, along with her husband Naraa, resides in the picturesque Gorkhi Terelj National Park. Staying at their accommodation offers a unique glimpse into how herders are evolving by establishing micro-businesses to supplement their income. While Bujee’s domestic tasks as a herder have remained consistent with those of past centuries, there is now a blending and sharing of responsibilities, reflecting modern adaptations to traditional lifestyles. Staying with Bujee not only provides insight into their daily lives but also demonstrates the innovative ways in which they are navigating economic changes.
Meet Byamba Tseyen, the inspiring force behind the Gobi Oasis Tree Planting Project in Mongolia’s middle Gobi region. A retired forest engineer and passionate local conservationist, Byamba has been leading this vital conservation effort since 1975. Through her dedicated work, she has significantly contributed to the environmental health of the Gobi area, championing reforestation and sustainable practices to protect and rejuvenate the local ecosystem.
Jargaa owns and operates the Surtiin Eco Ger Camp at Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur. Growing up in the region, she is deeply embedded in the heart of this rural community. Together with Jargaa and the protected area rangers, we organize our annual two-day community rubbish collection event, aimed at preserving the natural beauty of the area.