Before you consider applying for this race we want to point out how dangerous the Mongol Derby is, and how dangerous the sport of horse riding is. By taking part in this race you are greatly increasing your risk of severe physical injury or even death. Whilst much of this website may be written in a light-hearted manner please do not underestimate the extreme nature of the Mongol Derby.

• The nature of the Mongol Derby means that if you do fall off, the response time of the medical team is going to depend on where you are and if you have been able to activate your emergency beacon. If you are seriously injured you may be hundreds of miles from the nearest hospital.
• Every selected rider will have to sign a legally binding rider agreement, in which they will recognise the inherent dangers of taking part in the Mongol Derby.
• The Mongol Derby is an extremely physically demanding and dangerous race. This really is the toughest horse race in the world and that is a title it holds for good reason.