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Gobi Desert expedition, independent reviews

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Reviewed 1 Oct 2009 by Charlotte Lundemo

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?


That's a hard decision to make. The Gobi desert in Mongolia awesome. I took around 4000 pictures and movies that we'll put on our website along with a travel log. We really liked the sand dunes and camels. I got some great pictures of horses, camels, people and the environment. It was awesome staying in Ger camps. Our driver, Ot, was awsome.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?


Be flexible. Know that your guide and driver are very experienced. It's typical for a car to break down but the driver's are skilled in getting them started again. It's just part of the experience. Not everything always goes as scheduled because it's an adventure trip with no paved roads, etc. That's what makes it an adventure. There were some scary moments but just know you're in capable hands.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?


Yes I do. That is why I contacted you. The oeprator is run by Mongolians.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?


I'd give it an A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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