Central Asia
Discover Kazakhstan
Canyons, alpine lakes, the Great Steppe and Silk Road cities — in one country, with visa-free entry for many nationalities.
Bozjyra, Mangystau Region
The ninth-largest country in the world, and one of the least explored
Kazakhstan stretches more than 3,000 km from the Caspian Sea to the Altai. In a single trip you can walk through a canyon carved over millions of years, swim in a mountain lake and spend the night in a yurt under a sky full of stars — with modern cities, good roads and warm hospitality along the way.
- 2 724 900 km²
- The 9th largest country in the world
- 7 010 m
- Khan Tengri, the highest peak
- −132 m
- Karagiye Depression, the lowest point
- 1961
- The first human flew to space from Baikonur
Destinations
From the peaks of the Tian Shan to the white cliffs of Mangystau — the places our travellers ask about most.
Six landscapes, one country
Kazakhstan's scenery changes every few hundred kilometres. Choose a landscape to see what awaits.
When to go
Kazakhstan is a year-round destination. The right season depends on what you want to see.
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Explore the map
Select a point to see the place. Distances are large — we recommend combining one or two regions per trip.
Culture and hospitality
In Kazakhstan a guest is a blessing. You'll be treated to beshbarmak and fragrant tea in a yurt, hear the dombra and watch horsemen race across the steppe. And four thousand years of history are carved right into the rocks.
Night sky
Some of the darkest skies in Central Asia
Far from big cities, the sky over the mountains and the steppe is so clear that the Milky Way lights up the road.
Practical information
Visas
Citizens of many countries, including the EU, UK, USA and much of Asia, can visit without a visa. Check the current rules for your passport before travelling.
Getting there
International airports in Almaty and Astana, with direct flights from Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Domestic flights connect all regions.
Currency
The national currency is the tenge (KZT). Cards are widely accepted in cities; carry cash for remote areas.
Language
Kazakh is the state language, Russian is widely spoken. English is common in hotels and among younger people in cities.
Time zone
The whole country uses a single time zone, UTC+5.
Safety
Kazakhstan is considered safe for travellers. For mountain and desert areas we recommend travelling with an experienced guide.
Plan your trip to Kazakhstan
Tell us what you would like to see and when. We will reply within one business day with ideas and recommendations.