Is it necessary to hire a local guide when travelling in Kyrgyzstan?
During an eagle hunting demonstration
Many people wonder why guides are needed in any country, because you can save money and go by yourself. Of course, it is possible and it will be cheaper if you decide to choose this way, in case if you have carefully read everything about the republic and are sure that everything will pass without delay and excesses.
A guide is, first of all, your personal assistant - a guide, a communicator, a kind of connection between the local population and you, he is the one who knows everything about local customs, rituals, traditions, what can and cannot be done in the country, prevents undesirable reactions from the local population if something goes wrong. Guide is a person who is carefully prepared and trained in advance to make your visit not only comfortable, but also as safe, convenient, useful and even so unforgettable that many will decide to visit the country more than once.
If you decide to go alone, unaccompanied by a guide, then be sure to arm yourself with all the available information that is available on the Internet, in reference books or from friends using the word of mouth method, read reviews of those traveling around the country on their own, etc.
Facilitating communication with locals is one of the essential tasks of a guide
If you decide to resort to the services of a guide, then the tourism industry in Kyrgyzstan is developing very successfully and today it is represented by hundreds of companies, agencies and guides working independently. Every guide is different. Check the reviews and choose a company or a guide that is suitable for prices and services. Prepare your route in advance, ask all questions. And the more questions you ask, the better for you, because you will know exactly what you are paying for, where you are going, how many kilometers and what is included etc. Discuss everything in advance down to the smallest detail - this is important.
As a general rule, the route agreed in advance is not changed already in the country on the spot (unless it's not because of special circumstances). The company or the guide makes reservations in advance for hotels, restaurants, etc., when attending national events, such as the Golden eagle show; making felt wall rugs; archery; building a yurt etc. The guide makes arrangements with the masters in advance and this is mostly included in the tour program. It is best to plan your route in advance, discussing everything with a company or a guide or consulting with him, because in different seasons of the year some places are inaccessible to tourists and locals, for example, in autumn, winter and spring - it is impossible to drive to Son Kul Lake, roads are closed due to snowfall, temperature changes. In summer, it is possible to drive to Son Kul lake.
Horseback riding is a convenient way of moving in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan
When drawing up routes, it is necessary to take into account the distance between the points of visit, any special conditions of the road etc. And also calculate how long you plan to stay. The guide can inform you where, when and for how many days you can visit certain places. Why am I writing this? Because sometimes there are people who are interested in coming for three days and cover the north and south of the country – but this is impossible, because the distance is more than 700 km between major cities and in three days it is impossible to overcome such a route while stopping at main sights, although if at a very fast pace, then a glimpse is quite possible, but this is not a holiday, it will be a hard work for guests as well.
Relaxing near the yurts at the end of the day
What to see? Kyrgyzstan is a mountainous country, and of course, there is a lot to see - a huge number of gorges, canyons, cascades of mountain waterfalls, lakes, rivers, etc. From the height of a space flight, you can see the most beautiful lake in Central Asia, Issyk-Kul, it looks like an eye of heavenly color, there are many photos. You can see it on the Internet. The lake is a revered and favorite place for tourists and locals. It really is incredibly beautiful, it does not freeze and swans winter on it, but in winter the flow of tourists dries up, although there are many ski resorts in the north of the country - maybe not like in Switzerland, not much service, but guests noted that it is much cheaper and more accessible. Tourism is actively developing and I am sure that the service and entertainment industry will improve.
During a hike in Skazka canyon
A good guide is always very interested in ensuring that the quality of his services is at the highest level, because his reputation depends on it, and this is important for his career growth, for the image of the country and the reputation of the company as a whole. Our company always monitors the results of the tour, we take into account the wishes of our clients, protect the interests of tourists and do everything to make the tour go well.
It is important for us that the client is satisfied and interested to come again and recommends our services to his / her family and friends. Of course, there are circumstances of force majeure, when the weather is not favorable or something else, but we try to resolve any issues quickly.
If you don't know how to make a route, but you want to see unforgettable places, then our company will help you make a calculation and present the tour program. We provide family tours, group and individual tours etc. On the website you can read the reviews of grateful tourists, we value the appreciation of our tourists and try to make the tour leave the best impressions and unforgettable memories. We try to show the sights of our country, tell and show the best that we have and organize a wonderful tour. In 2026, the World Nomad Games will be held in Kyrgyzstan, and if you have a desire to visit them, it's better to sign up in advance, because tickets are in hot demand and a huge number of guests, tourists and fans of the Games will come.
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