Health, Safety, and Travel Insurance

Staying Safe and Healthy in the Land of the Blue Sky

Mongolia is incredibly safe for travelers, provided you respect the elements.

• Low Crime Rates: Violent crime against tourists is extremely rare. In Ulaanbaatar, your primary concern is petty pocket-picking at crowded hubs like the Naran Tuul Black Market or Sukhbaatar Square. Stay vigilant.

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

• Medical Insurance: Medical facilities outside the capital are basic. It is mandatory for all travelers to secure comprehensive travel insurance that explicitly covers emergency medical evacuation.

  

  
  

  Here are the direct links to the travel insurance companies mentioned, configured specifically for travel protection, along with a quick overview of what each does best:

  
  

  Best for Adventure & Activities

  
  

  • ⁠World Nomads Travel Insurance: Best overall if you plan to do ⁠extreme activities in Mongolia like horseback riding, trekking, or backcountry camping. You can even purchase a policy from the ⁠World Nomads Homepage after your trip has already started.

    

    
    

  Best for Budget & General Medical Coverage

  
  

  • ⁠Ekta Traveling Insurance: Exceptional for travelers seeking highly affordable, straightforward medical coverage. They offer specialized plans tailored to the region, which you can view directly on the ⁠Ekta Mongolia Travel Insurance Portal.

  • ⁠Auras Insurance: Known for robust, comprehensive digital coverage starting at low rates. If you are already on the ground, you can calculate real-time rates on the ⁠Auras Mongolia Quote Calculator.

  

  
  

• Food and Water Safety: Traditional food heavily features meat and dairy. Always drink bottled, purified, or boiled water. If trying raw nomadic dairy products like airag (fermented mare's milk), sample small amounts first to let your stomach adjust.

  

• Weather Extremes: Mongolia's weather is notoriously volatile. Rapid changes can bring sudden temperature drops or dust storms. Pack layered clothing, windproof jackets, and high-factor sunscreen