MS Guesthouse

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This year-round camp, in the extreme south of town, is perhaps the most congenial of lodgings around Khatgal. English-speaking owner Ganbaa makes visitors feel at home, with communal meals (T1500) in the lodge and plenty of advice on hiking and horse trekking in the area. There are hot showers, clean pit toilets and a lounge with cold beer.


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