Global Crossroad’s Mongolian Mini-Venture is a marvelous opportunity to combine enriching volunteer work with the enchantment of major tourist destinations as well as hidden cultural treasures. Our volunteers will live in a “ger,” or tent house, during their adventure in rural Mongolia. This uniquely designed project allows our volunteers to work with orphans. After this rewarding experience caring for Mongolia's impoverished children, volunteers will embark on a tour of the country’s compelling landmarks and enjoy nomadic monuments, flowing grasslands, and thrilling horseback-riding sessions.

Day 1

Arrive at your project site, meet the local staff, and receive a short introduction to the orphanage project. Our in-country coordinator will explain activities, safety issues, and weather conditions of the area.

Day 2-10 Volunteer at the community development project (orphanage)

As a volunteer in our partner orphanage, you will make a profound and lasting difference in the lives of forgotten children. Our volunteers create delightful activities designed to bring joy into the lives of lonely children. Along with teaching conversational English, volunteers will be engaged in other areas such as painting, singing, and organizing games and lessons. Our volunteers provide a positive educational experience, perhaps encouraging a love of learning and giving these children an immeasurable gift—hope for the future

Four-Day Kharkhorin Trip (proposed schedule)

Day 11 - Elsen tasarkhai

Begin with an early morning drive to Elsen Tasarkhai

approximately 210 km away). Global Crossroad includes entry to the Elsen Tasarkhai in the program fee.

Overnight: Camp in tents. All meals included.

Day 12, 13 - Kharkhorin

Leave at mid-morning and enjoy the extraordinary scenery during your five-hour drive to Kharakhorin. (Stop for lunch.) Spend the next day exploring the region and visiting Erdene Zuu. Volunteers will stay with a host family in Kharkhorin.

Overnight: Ger camp and tents. All meals included.

Day 14 - Return to Ulaanbaatar, enjoying the scenic countryside along the way. (A drive of approximately 7 hours)

Included in the 4 day Tour cost:

Car
Driver
Guide/translator
Gas (petrol) 1-night stay in a ger camp with 3 meals
Food (You may need to help your cook with the field food.)
Entrance fees
Camping equipment
Cooking equipment

Items not Included in the cost:

Miscellaneous expenses
Drinking water
Horse-riding expeditions
Extra food (juice and fruits)
Photographs at Erdene Zuu

*The proposed itinerary is a sample and is subject to change. Please let us know if you are interested in staying longer than two weeks.