Mongolia Khongoryn Els, Main Dune
The Khongoryn Els is a part of the Khongor Sand Dunes and with up to 300m in height the highest in the whole stretch. From there, you can overlook the whole landscape.
Photography Tips
Place a person on the sand dune and take care not to destroy the sand by walking too far. You will create amazing scale images.
Travel Information
You can drive there from several points. Easiest and fastest is from Bayandalai. Make sure to have a proper 4x4 car (recommended) and be experienced with driving in sandy conditions. Otherwise, you can book yourself a tour or a car with a driver. Entrance is around 2,50 EUR. Card is accepted.
Hiking up that sand dune will take about 1 hour. Take breaks and take enough water. This will be very tiring.
Hiking up that sand dune will take about 1 hour. Take breaks and take enough water. This will be very tiring.
Spot Type
Drone
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Sunrise during summer
Sunrise & Sunset
06:41 - 19:36
| current local time: 08:46
Photo Themes
adventure
desert
Hiking
Sand
sand dunes
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