Flights to Lake Khövsgöl

Mongolia's 'younger sister of Baikal' — 1% of the world's fresh water, ringed by taiga, with Tsaatan reindeer herders in the mountains north of it.

Tourism hasn't reached it yet. Here is exactly how to, and how long that's likely to last.

Getting to Lake Khövsgöl

No scheduled jet service into MXV. Fly to ULN (Chinggis Khaan International Airport) — 0 airports fly there nonstop — then drive ~2h from Mörön; flights from Ulaanbaatar.

Why it's still quiet

Mongolia's 'younger sister of Baikal' — 1% of the world's fresh water, ringed by taiga, with Tsaatan reindeer herders in the mountains north of it.

The friction

Popular with Mongolians in summer, near-empty otherwise.

Background

Lake Khövsgöl, also referred to as Khövsgöl Sea, is a lake in Khövsgöl Province, Mongolia. It is the largest freshwater lake in the country by volume, and the second largest by area after Uvs Lake. It is nicknamed "Mother Sea" in Mongolian.

Questions

Is there a nonstop flight to Lake Khövsgöl?

Not by jet. The nearest airport with scheduled service is ULN (Chinggis Khaan International Airport), then drive ~2h from Mörön; flights from Ulaanbaatar.

Which airport do you fly into for Lake Khövsgöl?

MXV — Mörön Airport. Most travelers connect through ULN (Chinggis Khaan International Airport).

When is the best time to visit Lake Khövsgöl?

Jun–Sep. Popular with Mongolians in summer, near-empty otherwise.

What does Lake Khövsgöl cost per day?

Varies by season.

Why is Lake Khövsgöl still quiet?

Mongolia's 'younger sister of Baikal' — 1% of the world's fresh water, ringed by taiga, with Tsaatan reindeer herders in the mountains north of it.