Uncategorized– category –
-
Welcome to Horse Camp Mongolia!
We’re pleased to announce the launch of the official Horse Camp Mongolia website. Through this blog, we’ll share stories and information about horseback riding in Mongolia, the beautiful steppe landscapes, how to interact with horses, an... -
Horses Were Never Just Animals to Ride — They Were Always Part of My Life
Nice to Meet You My name is Yanjima, and I’m a riding coach at Horse Camp Mongolia. I’m 23 years old and currently live in Ulaanbaatar. But when I was growing up, I lived with my nomadic family in Övörkhangai Province, about 450 kilomete... -
Can Beginners Go Horseback Riding in Mongolia? A Look at the Training Before Riding Out onto the Steppe
You’ve always wanted to ride a horse across the Mongolian steppe. But since you’ve never ridden before, the thought feels a little scary. Many visitors arrive at Horse Camp feeling exactly this way. I’m Chika, a horseback riding instruct... -
First Snow in Ulaanbaatar! The City and Steppe Prepare for Winter as Horses Grow Their Thick, Fluffy Winter Coats | Chika’s Journal
Hello! I’m Chika from Horse Camp Mongolia. I’m currently in Mongolia’s capital, Ulaanbaatar. When I looked out the window, I saw that the cold wind had swept into the city, where clear autumn skies had lasted until just yesterday. The fi... -
[Mongolian Tradition] What Does Airag (Fermented Mare’s Milk) Taste Like? Chika Introduces the Nomadic Culture of Receiving the Blessings of Horses
Hello! I’m Chika, a horseback riding instructor at Horse Camp Mongolia. When people planning a trip to Mongolia or researching horseback riding tours ask me questions, one topic comes up almost every time: airag, Mongolia’s traditional f... -
[First-Time Nomadic Ger Visit] Threshold Rules, Scented Small Bottle (Kohi) Greetings, and Hospitality Etiquette
[First-Time Nomadic Ger Visit] Threshold Rules, Scented Small Bottle (Kohi) Greetings, and Hospitality Etiquette Hello! I am Chika, and I teach horseback riding at Horse Camp Mongolia. During the horseback riding tour, there is time to v... -
Let’s Go Meet “Takhi,” Real Wild Horses, at Hustai National Park
Hello, I am Chika! The horses you interact with at the camp are gentle, domesticated horses that have lived alongside nomads. However, Mongolia is home to "the world's only wild horses that have never been touched by human hands." That i... -
[Horseback Riding FAQ] Why Do Horses Snort (“Brrrrt!”)? How to Tell Signs of Relaxation from Tension
Hello! I am Chika, and I teach horseback riding at Horse Camp Mongolia. Have you ever been swaying on a horse's back across the steppe when suddenly a loud "Brrrrt!" snort came from right beneath your feet, making you flinch and think, "... -
[Horseback Riding Muscle Pain Countermeasures] The Top 3 Most Prone Muscle Pain Areas & Pre- and Post-Riding Stretches Direct from Chika | Including Solutions for Sore Bottoms
Hello! I am Chika, and I teach horseback riding at Horse Camp Mongolia. "Won't my body be stiff all over the day after riding a horse?" "Can I enjoy a horseback riding tour even if I lack exercise?" We frequently receive questions about ... -
[Horseback Riding Belongings and Luggage Management] What You Can and Cannot Put in Your Pockets | Safety Measures Taught by Chika
Hello! I am Chika, and I teach horseback riding at Horse Camp Mongolia. We often hear concerns about handling belongings, such as "How should I carry my smartphone or camera when riding a horse?" or "Is it okay to ride while wearing a ba...
12