FOUNDER'S WORD
Why We Started Merged Travel
"When I was a child, I often saw tourists walking around Ulaanbaatar with large backpacks, looking at their phones or maps, clearly lost and unsure where to go. I always wanted to help them, but at that time, I didn't speak English.
After learning English in high school, I began helping tourists whenever I could. But I quickly realized that one person helping occasionally was not enough. I started to notice a bigger problem — many tourists were being overcharged, misled, or taken advantage of by individuals, taxi drivers, and even some businesses. In some cases, tourists even became targets for theft. There was a clear lack of trust and reliable support.
That's when the idea of Merged Travel began.
I am currently studying in Madrid, Spain on a full scholarship, and being abroad has made me appreciate my home country even more. It has also strengthened my motivation to share Mongolia with people from around the world.
With over 7 years of experience in scouting and camping, I have developed a strong understanding of nature and outdoor life, which plays an important role in how I design these experiences.
I believe that everyone will be a tourist in another country at some point in their life. In that moment, what matters most is having someone who helps, guides, and shares their culture — not someone who tries to take advantage.
That belief is the foundation of Merged Travel."
— Tansagmergen Terbish, Founder
