GertoGer

I also want to give a big shout out to gertoger. I mentioned the organization before but I really want to give them some airtime. They set up my trips to Bulgan and Dundgobi and I couldn't have asked for more. Their trips are so incredibly superior to any other ones I have heard of so, if you come to see the "sights" of Mongolia, especially the Gobi, you are foolish for not going with them. The sights are rocks, big rocks, smaller rocks, fields, some dunes, and some mountains. It's pretty boring. What is fascinating is the culture. 50% of the country is nomadic! You MUST experience that while you are here an they are the best way. All of the incredible experiences I have written about wouldn't have happened without them.

Another reason gertoger rocks my world is that a lot of the proceeds go straight to the herders. That's the darn point. They are not being exploited, they are making money they need. Last winter was really tough, some families lost all of their animals, and you can support them by visiting! So, if you are heading to Mongolia, and you should btw, go to http://www.gertoger.org/ to plan your trip.

Full disclosure: Their trips aren't all easy. One of mine required you to be in decent shape and be able to handle long bumpy rides. But if you are looking for an adventure, an adventure you will find!