MAZAALAI -> MAZALA
THE SPIRIT OF THE GOBI BEAR

A Legacy Rooted in Mongolia’s Wild Soul

At Mazala Travel, our name carries meaning far beyond a brand. “Mazala” is a stylized, globally friendly adaptation of “Mazaalai” (Мазаалай)—the revered Gobi Bear of Mongolia, and one of the rarest bear species on Earth. Our name is a tribute to this extraordinary creature and a reminder of our commitment to responsible, culturally rooted, and sustainable travel.

🐾 WHO IS THE MAZAALAI?

The Gobi Bear (Ursus arctos gobiensis), or Mazaalai, is:

Critically endangered: With fewer than 40 individuals known to exist
Found only in Mongolia: Residing deep in the arid regions of the Great Gobi A Strictly Protected Area
Culturally symbolic: Revered as a quiet guardian of the desert, embodying the harsh beauty and quiet resilience of the Mongolian wilderness

Unlike other bears, the Mazaalai survives in one of the world’s toughest climates, enduring extreme heat, drought, and food scarcity—all while adapting in silence, far from human eyes.

💚 OUR COMMITMENT: TRAVEL THAT GIVES BACK

Mazala Travel is more than a travel company. We are part of a movement to protect what makes Mongolia irreplaceable.

As part of our ethos, we donate a portion of proceeds from every trip booked through our platform toward wildlife conservation programs supporting:

Gobi Bear monitoring and habitat protection
Community-led conservation education
Research projects and survival tracking by Mongolian scientists

🤝 HOW YOU CAN HELP THE MAZAALAI

If the story of the Mazaalai moves you—as it does us—you can make a direct impact.

🎁 DONATE TO GOBI BEAR CONSERVATION

Your donation supports official efforts by trusted NGOs and national park researchers working year-round in the remote Gobi to protect and understand this mysterious animal.

Donate

Suggested one-time donation amounts:

$10 – Trail camera batteries for one week
$25 – Ranger food and fuel in the Gobi
$50 – Satellite data tracking for bear movement
$100+ – Research station support for one month

We also encourage travelers to choose our conservation-themed itineraries, where part of the journey includes visiting protected zones, engaging with scientists, or supporting eco-camps that coexist with wildlife.

🌍 WHY THIS MATTERS

Tourism in Mongolia is growing. But growth must be guided with care, humility, and reverence for nature. Supporting the Mazaalai means standing up for:

Indigenous biodiversity
Nomadic land stewardship
Future generations of wild Mongolia

Every traveler who walks through our desert, every donation that supports protection work—brings us one step closer to keeping the Mazaalai alive.

📸 #MAZALASPIRIT

Join us in spreading awareness by tagging your photos and stories with #MazalaSpirit on social media. Every share brings new eyes to the story of the Gobi Bear.

📬 PARTNER WITH US

Are you part of a conservation group or NGO working in the Gobi? We’re always looking to partner with local and international efforts to create meaningful change.

📧 Email us at: impact@mazala-travel.com

At Mazala Travel, we carry the spirit of the Mazaalai in everything we do—resilient, rare, and quietly powerful. Thank you for helping us protect one of Mongolia’s most sacred treasures.

BBC Earth video
“The World’s Rarest Bear Cub | Asia”

A touching spotlight on a newly discovered Gobi bear cub, one of fewer than 40 known Gobi bears in the world. Once thought to be mythical, this rare subspecies—exclusive to the harsh Gobi Desert—now represents a fragile hope for conservation. The video combines stunning desert visuals and candid animal footage, offering an intimate glimpse into the survival story of one of Earth’s most elusive bears.