{"id":39284,"date":"2025-08-21T07:29:02","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T10:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/?p=39284"},"modified":"2026-04-15T21:31:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T00:31:47","slug":"que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/","title":{"rendered":"What to see and do at Lake Khovsgol, in northern Mongolia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lake Khovsgol, the second largest lake in Mongolia and often called \"the little brother of Lake Baikal in Russia\", is one of the most beautiful spots in the north of the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Surrounded by forested mountains and vast meadows where yaks and horses graze, this crystal-clear lake exudes tranquility. But even though it's a destination that primarily combines nature and picture-postcard landscapes, it didn't completely win me over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post you will find practical information to organize your visit to Lake Khovsgol, from how to get there from Ulaanbaatar or M\u00f6r\u00f6n, how much time you should spend there, where to stay, what activities you can do and what to really expect from the place.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal04-1200x638.webp\" alt=\"Vista del Lago Khovsgol en Khatgal - Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-38997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal04-1200x638.webp 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal04-600x319.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal04-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal04.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View of Lake Khovsgol in Khatgal \u2013 Mongolia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eabf1ad79ad\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eabf1ad79ad\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Ubicacion_y_entorno_del_Lago_Khovsgol\" >Location and surroundings of Lake Khovsgol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Como_llegar_al_Lago_Khovsgol\" >How to get to Lake Khovsgol<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#En_bus_hasta_Moron_desde_Ulan_Bator_y_autostop_hasta_Khatgal\" >By bus to Moron from Ulaanbaatar and hitchhiking to Khatgal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Que_hacer_en_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >What to do at Lake Khovsgol<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Etnia_Tsaatan_la_gente_de_los_renos\" >Tsaatan ethnic group, the reindeer people<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Donde_alojarse_en_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >Where to stay on Lake Khovsgol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFCual_es_la_mejor_epoca_para_visitar_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >What is the best time to visit Lake Khovsgol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Cuantos_dias_estar_en_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >How many days to stay at Lake Khovsgol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Como_volver_a_Ulan_Bator_desde_Khatgal_y_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >How to get back to Ulan Bator from Khatgal and Lake Khovsgol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Reflexiones_finales_%C2%BFVale_la_pena_visitar_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >Final thoughts: Is Lake Khovsgol worth visiting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Guarda_este_post_en_Pinterest\" >Save this post on Pinterest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#Preguntas_frecuentes_sobre_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Khovsgol<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFVale_la_pena_visitar_el_Lago_Khovsgol\" >Is Lake Khovsgol worth visiting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFCuantos_dias_se_necesitan\" >How many days are needed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFComo_se_llega_al_Lago_Khovsgol\" >How do you get to Lake Khovsgol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFSe_puede_visitar_por_cuenta_propia\" >Can it be visited independently?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFDonde_se_duerme\" >Where do you sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFCual_es_la_mejor_epoca_para_ir\" >What is the best time to go?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFHace_frio_en_verano\" >Is it cold in summer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/#%C2%BFQue_actividades_se_pueden_hacer\" >What activities can be done?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ubicacion_y_entorno_del_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>Location and surroundings of Lake Khovsgol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Khovsgol is located in the far north of Mongolia, very close to the Russian border, and is part of the same geographic and tectonic region as Siberia. In fact, both this lake and the famous Lake Baikal share a common origin: they are located within the Great Eurasian Tectonic Rift, which explains their depth and crystal-clear waters.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal07.jpg\" alt=\"Cielos infinitos en el Lago Khatgal - Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-39021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal07.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal07-600x299.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal07-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Endless skies at Lake Khovsgol \u2013 Mongolia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Being here is, in some ways, like being in Siberia. The landscape combines endless coniferous forests, green meadows, and mountains surrounding the lake basin, creating a completely different environment than the one we usually imagine when we think of Mongolia and its arid steppes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, the climate is also colder and wetter, with extremely harsh winters and short but intensely green summers. All this makes Khovsgol considered not only \"Baikal's little brother,\" but also one of the most unique and diverse places in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-por-mongolia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13-800x443.webp\" alt=\"Vista al oasis desde Khongoryn Els, la duna mas alta en el Desierto de Gobi\" class=\"wp-image-39014 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13-800x443.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13-600x332.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-por-mongolia\/\">My visit to Lake Khovsgol is part of my 2-week itinerary in Mongolia.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_llegar_al_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>How to get to Lake Khovsgol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most common access point is the city of <strong>Moron<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/uozitj6Deogt4iC29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see location on map<\/a>), which has an airport and road connections from Ulaanbaatar. From there, the lake is about 100 km away, and you can get there by shared taxi, local van or by hiring private transport to <strong>Khatgal<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/sWkrLuhy84Tb3LeFA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see location<\/a>), the small village on the shores of the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The price of this last taxi ride can vary between 15,000 and 30,000 tugruk, depending on how full it is.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal06.jpg\" alt=\"Vista del pueblo de Khatgal - Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-39431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal06.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal06-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal06-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View of the village of Khatgal \u2013 Mongolia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"En_bus_hasta_Moron_desde_Ulan_Bator_y_autostop_hasta_Khatgal\"><\/span>By bus to Moron from Ulaanbaatar and hitchhiking to Khatgal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To purchase tickets for the bus connecting Ulaanbaatar to Moron, a convenient option is to do so through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tapa.mn\/en\/bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tapatrip<\/a>, a widely used online platform in Mongolia for booking ground transportation. It allows you to check schedules, prices, and secure your seat in advance, avoiding the need to go to the terminal to purchase one.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"47\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tapatrip00.jpg\" alt=\"Pantalla de b\u00fasqueda en Tapatrip.com\" class=\"wp-image-39239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tapatrip00.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tapatrip00-600x35.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Search screen on Tapatrip.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The trip takes about 12 hours and generally departs Ulan Bator at night, arriving in Moron the next morning. As soon as you get off the bus, several taxi drivers approach you offering a ride to Khatgal, although in my case, I preferred to try my luck hitchhiking to the lake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-ulan-bator-la-capital-de-mongolia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ulan_bator25-1200x675.webp\" alt=\"Plaza principal en Ulan Bator, la capital de Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-39006 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ulan_bator25-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ulan_bator25-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ulan_bator25-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ulan_bator25-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ulan_bator25-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ulan_bator25.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-ulan-bator-la-capital-de-mongolia\/\">What to do in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I walked to the northern exit of the city, the road that goes straight to Khatgal, and waited for someone to pick me up. It wasn't more than half an hour before a family on vacation invited me in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No one spoke English, except for one child who was just learning it at school, which made communication limited but friendly. We made a few stops along the way, and upon arriving in Khatgal, I was invited to eat at a yurt where I sampled local meat-laden dishes. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"497\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_comida03-497x800.jpg\" alt=\"Si algo abunda en Mongolia es la carne\" class=\"wp-image-39011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_comida03-497x800.jpg 497w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_comida03-248x400.jpg 248w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_comida03-7x12.jpg 7w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_comida03.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 497px) 100vw, 497px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If there is one thing in abundance in Mongolia, it is meat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, what seemed like a friendly and hospitable encounter with local people ended up being a bit disappointing for me. Before dropping me off at my hostel, the boy, on behalf of his mother, <strong>asked me for money for the trip<\/strong>, and it wasn't a small sum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was surprised because I thought they had done it as a gesture of hospitality, not as a paid service. I didn't argue, since it was my mistake not to ask before getting in the car, but be aware that in Central Asia, these things often happen. I ended up paying and never saw them again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-por-mongolia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"396\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-800x396.webp\" alt=\"Lago Khatgal - Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-38998 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-800x396.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-600x297.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-18x9.webp 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-1200x594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-por-mongolia\/\">Guide to traveling through Mongolia<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_hacer_en_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>What to do at Lake Khovsgol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities at Lake Khovsgol depend a lot on your travel plan: whether you go with an organized tour, book individual excursions, or prefer to keep it economical and travel on your own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you're looking to spend little, the main options are to enjoy the tranquility on the coast, simply contemplating the lake and its scenery, or to set off to explore the endless trails that line its shores.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"396\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-800x396.webp\" alt=\"Costa del Lago Khovsgol - Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-38998\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-800x396.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-600x297.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-18x9.webp 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13-1200x594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal13.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Khovsgol Lake Coast \u2013 Mongolia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I opted for the latter and walked about 20 kilometers one way along the west coast, the most attractive route. The path led me up a hill from where I had some of the best views of my time in Khatgal (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/YaUYFb2nMtyz9nSR6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see location<\/a>), a perfect contrast between the forest and the deep blue waters of the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal05.jpg\" alt=\"Vista sobre el Lago Khovsgol, al norte de Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-39009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal05.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal05-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal05-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal05-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View over Lake Khovsgol, in northern Mongolia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The trail extends much further, but doing the complete loop would take several days of hiking, so I decided to turn back after reaching the viewpoint and rest for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you're willing to pay for activities, however, the offerings at Lake Khovsgol are quite extensive. One of the most popular are the <strong>boat trips<\/strong> that tour different parts of the lake, a good way to get a sense of its size and see the landscape from another perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal00.jpg\" alt=\"Barco oxidado en la costa del Lago Khovsgol\" class=\"wp-image-39432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal00.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal00-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal00-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rusty boat on the shore of Lake Khovsgol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There are also <strong>horseback riding<\/strong>, which can last from a few hours to expeditions of several days, going into forests, mountains and remote camps. Many of these long outings include a visit to <strong>nomadic communities that live with reindeer<\/strong>, an experience highly sought after by tourists who travel to this region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Etnia_Tsaatan_la_gente_de_los_renos\"><\/span>Tsaatan ethnic group, the reindeer people<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most unique features of northern Mongolia is the presence of ethnic groups who raise and live with reindeer in their daily lives. These are people with ancient traditions who depend on these animals not only as a means of transportation but also as part of their cultural and spiritual identity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reaching them on your own is not possible, as they are usually in remote and very difficult-to-access areas, and it is the tours or guides who coordinate the visits and give them money in exchange for allowing interaction with the tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tsaatan-mongolia.webp\" alt=\"Etnia Tsaatan, la gente de los renos - Norte de Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-39288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tsaatan-mongolia.webp 799w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tsaatan-mongolia-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption translation-block\">Tsaatan ethnic group, the reindeer people \u2013 Northern Mongolia. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/33092397@N00\/9322355019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WhatsAllThisThen<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/banner-divisorio-mongolia-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donde_alojarse_en_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>Where to stay on Lake Khovsgol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Khatgal is a small village located at the southern tip of Lake Khovsgol and is often the most convenient place to base yourself. Almost any accommodation is within a relatively short walk of the shore, allowing you to walk to the docks or start some of the trails that border the lake. Its compact size makes it very convenient to get around on foot, without the need for additional transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Most travelers stay in <strong>gers (traditional yurts)<\/strong> around the lake, which operate as tourist camps run by local families. It's one of the best ways to connect with nomadic life while enjoying simple yet authentic accommodations.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal03.jpg\" alt=\"Los yaks son comunes en esta regi\u00f3n de Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-39433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal03.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal03-352x400.jpg 352w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yaks are common in this region of Mongolia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are also many hostels and guesthouses in Khatgal, ideal for backpackers, offering both standard rooms and gers in their own gardens, giving you the opportunity to choose the experience that appeals most to you. Several of these places also operate as restaurants, making your stay much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A good example is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tidd.ly\/3UtUs2D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Energy Guest House<\/a><\/strong>, where I stayed. There you can eat and sleep at the same time, whichever option you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spending at least two nights is recommended, as the surroundings invite you to linger and enjoy the experience at a leisurely pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCual_es_la_mejor_epoca_para_visitar_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>What is the best time to visit Lake Khovsgol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The best time to visit Lake Khovsgol is during the summer, between <strong>June and September<\/strong>, when temperatures are pleasant and the surroundings are at their most beautiful. During these months, the days are long, the weather is more stable, and the forests and meadows surrounding the lake are a deep green. It's also the ideal time for outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and horseback riding.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal08.jpg\" alt=\"En verano los mongoles vienen a pasar sus vacaciones al Lago Khovsgol\" class=\"wp-image-39435\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal08.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal08-600x303.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In summer, Mongolians come to spend their holidays at Lake Khovsgol.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Outside of these months, the landscape changes drastically. Winter in this region is very harsh: temperatures drop to tens of degrees below zero and the lake freezes completely, becoming a natural highway that locals use to get around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">While visiting in winter can be a unique experience, especially during the <strong>Ice Festival in March<\/strong>, it is not an easy trip for most travelers, as the extreme weather conditions make it challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, unless you have a particular interest in the Mongolian winter, it's recommended to plan your visit for summer, when access is easier and you can fully enjoy the scenery and activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cuantos_dias_estar_en_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>How many days to stay at Lake Khovsgol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You don't need too much time to enjoy Lake Khovsgol, although it depends on the type of trip you're looking for. I spent <strong>4 days<\/strong>, taking it easy, enjoying the scenery and walking along the trails without rushing. But with <strong>2 days<\/strong> you can get a good impression of the lake and its surroundings, especially if your plan is just to explore and relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, keep in mind that getting here involves a long journey from Ulaanbaatar, so for a very short stay it might feel a bit rushed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/desierto-de-gobi-en-2-dias-dunas-de-khongoryn-flaming-cliffs-y-yolyn-am\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13-800x443.webp\" alt=\"Vista al oasis desde Khongoryn Els, la duna mas alta en el Desierto de Gobi\" class=\"wp-image-39014 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13-800x443.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13-600x332.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_gobi13.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/desierto-de-gobi-en-2-dias-dunas-de-khongoryn-flaming-cliffs-y-yolyn-am\/\">You might be interested in reading about the Gobi Desert, a must-see in Mongolia.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_volver_a_Ulan_Bator_desde_Khatgal_y_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>How to get back to Ulan Bator from Khatgal and Lake Khovsgol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To return to Ulaanbaatar, the most common option is to first return to <strong>Moron<\/strong> and from there take a bus to the capital. However, <strong>direct buses leave twice a week from Khatgal<\/strong>, at approximately <strong>7:30 a.m.<\/strong>, which make a stop in Moron before continuing on to the capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you want to <strong>see the exact days or buy tickets<\/strong>, it is best to check at your <strong>hostel in Khatgal<\/strong> or use the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/eticket.transdep.mn\/?language=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">official Mongolian transport app<\/a><\/strong>, as these buses are not usually available on TapaTrip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflexiones_finales_%C2%BFVale_la_pena_visitar_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>Final thoughts: Is Lake Khovsgol worth visiting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is that my visit to Lake Khovsgol left me with mixed feelings. On the one hand, the surroundings are truly beautiful: a green landscape covered in forests that resembles that of Lake Baikal in Russia, since both are part of the same geographical region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What I enjoyed most was wandering along the shore, wandering away from the town until I felt completely alone, with the exception of a few campsites accessible by car. That silent solitude, along with those verdant landscapes, was, without a doubt, the highlight of the trip to Lake Khovsgol.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal12.jpg\" alt=\"Vistas de Lago Khovsgol durante la caminata por los senderos que lo rodean\" class=\"wp-image-39434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal12.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_khatgal12-600x270.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Views of Lake Khovsgol during the hike along the trails surrounding it<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>But on the other hand, I feel that if you don't dare to do some of the activities I mentioned before, whether it's a boat trip, a horseback ride, or a visit to the reindeer communities, the visit might fall a bit short. Especially since getting here from Ulaanbaatar takes quite a bit of time and effort, so coming just to relax by the lake might not be worth the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In my opinion, it's worth it if you travel with an open mind to add some extra activities beyond simply gazing at the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guarda_este_post_en_Pinterest\"><\/span>Save this post on Pinterest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-y-hacer-en-el-lago-khovsgol-al-norte-de-mongolia\/&amp;media=https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/How-to-Visit-Lake-Khuvsgul_-Discover-the-Blue-Pearl-of-Mongolia.jpg&amp;description=How to Visit Lake Khuvsgul_ Discover the Blue Pearl of Mongolia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"283\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/How-to-Visit-Lake-Khuvsgul_-Discover-the-Blue-Pearl-of-Mongolia-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"How to Visit Lake Khuvsgul_ Discover the Blue Pearl of Mongolia\" class=\"wp-image-43400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/How-to-Visit-Lake-Khuvsgul_-Discover-the-Blue-Pearl-of-Mongolia-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/How-to-Visit-Lake-Khuvsgul_-Discover-the-Blue-Pearl-of-Mongolia-566x800.jpg 566w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/How-to-Visit-Lake-Khuvsgul_-Discover-the-Blue-Pearl-of-Mongolia.jpg 736w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 283px) 100vw, 283px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to Visit Lake Khuvsgul_ Discover the Blue Pearl of Mongolia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preguntas_frecuentes_sobre_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Khovsgol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFVale_la_pena_visitar_el_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>Is Lake Khovsgol worth visiting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It depends. It's worthwhile if you're traveling with the intention of doing activities on the lake or visiting nearby communities. Although it's one of Mongolia's most stunning landscapes, there isn't much to explore on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCuantos_dias_se_necesitan\"><\/span>How many days are needed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It's recommended to dedicate at least two full days to the trip, especially considering the long distances involved. This allows for hiking, horseback riding, or simply enjoying the surroundings at a leisurely pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFComo_se_llega_al_Lago_Khovsgol\"><\/span>How do you get to Lake Khovsgol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You usually travel overland to the town of M\u00f6r\u00f6n, and from there continue for a few hours by road to the lake. 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