This packing list will prepare you for your outdoor adventure in both town and country. Hotel laundry is available, but plan on two to three changes of clothes for the camping portion. Everything below covers the essentials for our horseback and Taiga trips.

Duffle Bag Weight allowance up to 7 kg (15.4 lbs) for horseback trips. Your duffle will be carried by horse or vehicle and won’t be accessible until evening.

Daypack Lightweight with compression straps and side mesh pockets. Perfect for rainwear, camera, sunscreen, snacks, water, passport, and other daily essentials.

Underwear Moisture-wicking sports underwear or bras designed for high-intensity activity.

Shirts Four to seven breathable, quick-dry shirts—mix of short and long sleeves, depending on trip length.

Riding Pants Reinforced knee patches for comfort in the saddle.

Fleece Jacket Lightweight warmth for chilly evenings (e.g., The North Face, Patagonia).

Insulated Jacket Windproof, waterproof, and highly insulated (e.g., The North Face Nuptse or equivalent).

Hard-Shell Jacket & Rain Gear Waterproof shell plus a compact poncho or rain suit.

Sun Hat Wide-brim or neck-cover style that packs flat and dries quickly.

Beanie or Headband Fleece-lined for cold mornings and nights at higher elevations.

Riding Gloves Lightweight, quick-dry for reins; consider a warm, waterproof pair for colder rides.

Riding Boots or Shoes Smooth, sturdy sole for stirrups; break them in before departure.

Half Chaps Leather or heavy-fabric leg protection

Casual Footwear Trekking shoes, trainers, or sandals for camp and downtime.

Socks Moisture-wicking liners plus enough mid-weight and thermal pairs for cold nights.

Sleeping Bag Mummy-shape with hood, two-way zipper, cold-weather rating.

Sleeping pad.

Sunglasses with UV protection

Headlamp with extra batteries

Water Bottle & Thermo mugs

Camera or GoPro

Notebook and Pen

Quick-dry Trekking Towel

Padlocks for duffle

Waterproof Ziplock Bags

Sun Cream (SPF 30+) and Lip Balm

Painkillers

This packing list covers both town and countryside on your overland adventure. Clothing is informal but modest—hotel and ger camp laundry services are available, so plan for two to three changes of clothes.

Travel Pillow Makes long drives far more comfortable.

Dry Bags & Ziploc Bags Protect clothing and gear from dust and moisture inside your main luggage.

Head Torch / Flashlight Include spare batteries or bulbs (extras available only in larger towns).

Water Bottle & Thermos Cup (Refill from group water supplies)

Personal First Aid Kit Painkillers, anti-inflammatory meds, bandages, allergy pills, and insect repellent.

Travel Adapter Mongolia uses 220 V with Type C/E plugs—verify your devices’ voltage compatibility.

Charging Cables & Power Bank Keep devices powered on the road.

Camera & GoPro Bring spare batteries and memory cards.

Notebook / Diary & Pen For journaling your journey.

Quick-dry towel and small mirror

Sun cream (SPF 30+), lip balm, and after-sun lotion

2–3 sets of light, quick-dry travel clothes

Casual-smart outfit for evenings out

Shorts and long trousers

Sun hat or warm hat (depending on season)

Sunglasses with UV protection

Warm sweater or fleece

Waterproof jacket with hood

Comfortable walking boots or ankle-height shoes (break in before trip)

Sandals or flip-flops for camp

Swimwear