Traveling in Kazakhstan: Why visit Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan is known as the land of steppes but has in reality a quite diverse nature: from deserts and flat steppes in the West, Center, and South of the country to mountains and lush landscapes in the Southeast and North! It’s a country of surprises that any adventurous backpacker will appreciate.

In the comprehensive guides, you’ll find all the information you need to know about traveling in Kazakhstan: from how to prepare yourself to the best places to visit, top things to do, the best hiking experiences, itineraries, and plenty of more practical travel info!

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Kazakhstan Travel Essentials

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Kazakhstan Visa

Visa-free or e-visa for most nationalities (30 days).

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Getting there

Fly into Almaty or Nur Sultan, bus/train from Kyrgyzstan or Uzbekistan, ferry from Azerbaijan.

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Travel Insurance

Find the best travel insurance for your trip to Kazakhstan.

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Getting around

Travel in Kazakhstan by train, minibus (mashrutka), shared taxi, or rental car.

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Where to stay

Stay in a hostel, hotel, guesthouse or homestay in Kazakhstan.

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Kazakhstan tours

City tours, outdoor activities, and multiple-day tours.

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW about traveling in KAZAKHSTAN

Prepare your Trip to Kazakhstan

How to get to and around Kazakhstan

Where to go in Kazakhstan

Things to do in Kazakhstan

From surreal desert landscapes to high mountain lakes and life in a yurt camp, this 10-day Best of Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan journey takes you straight into the heart of Central Asia!

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