ABOUT DARVAZA TOUR

Local Turkmenistan Tour Operator

Darvaza Tour is a local travel company based in Turkmenistan, creating private, group and tailor-made journeys across the country. We help travelers discover Turkmenistan through carefully planned routes, reliable local support and experienced guides.

Japanese tourists and their guide holding the Turkmenistan flag in front of Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE, REAL SUPPORT

Built Around Local Knowledge

Our team works locally in Turkmenistan and understands the practical details that shape a smooth journey — from border crossings and long-distance routes to hotel coordination, desert travel and timing between major sights.

Because we organize trips directly on the ground, we can respond quickly, adjust plans when needed and give travelers realistic guidance before and during their journey.

OUR EXPERTISE

What We Specialize In

From short overland journeys to longer tailor-made itineraries, we organize trips across Turkmenistan for individual travelers, private groups and travel partners.

Private & Group Tours

Private and small-group journeys across Turkmenistan, planned around your dates, route and travel style.

Tailor-Made Journeys

Custom itineraries built around your interests, travel dates and preferred pace across Turkmenistan.

Uzbekistan & Central Asia Tours

Combined journeys across Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and wider Central Asia, connecting Silk Road cities, cultural heritage and distinctive landscapes.

DMC & B2B Services

Local ground services and tour operations in Turkmenistan for international travel agencies, tour operators and group organizers.

HOW WE WORK

From First Message to Your Journey

We keep the planning process clear and practical, from your first inquiry to the moment your journey in Turkmenistan begins.

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Tell Us Your Plans

Share your travel dates, group size, preferred route and the places you would like to visit.

02

We Prepare Your Itinerary

We create a practical route and coordinate transport, accommodation and the daily program around your journey.

03

We Assist Before Arrival

Our team helps with the required e-Visa information, documents and travel arrangements before your trip begins.

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Travel with Local Support

Your guide and driver meet you according to the itinerary and support you throughout your journey in Turkmenistan.

Five Hong Kong tourists with their guide Aiza at Ashgabat International Airport before their flight home after touring Turkmenistan

OUR TEAM

People Behind Your Journey

Our journeys are supported by local guides, experienced drivers and coordinators who know Turkmenistan first-hand. They understand the routes, local conditions and practical details that can make a real difference during a trip.

From the moment you arrive until the end of your journey, our team works together to keep the experience organized, comfortable and well supported.

✓ Licensed local guides

✓ Experienced drivers

✓ Support throughout your journey

LICENSED & REGISTERED

Local Operations, Clear Credentials

Darvaza Tour operates in Turkmenistan through a licensed local tourism company. Our local operations, tour services and traveler support are coordinated directly from within the country.

TOURISM LICENCE 

“Iki Ganat” Hususy Kärhanasy
Tourism Licence No. 5-17-27-256

OFFICE IN TURKMENISTAN

No. 72, Elite Shopping Center
3HGH+PM3, Türkmenabat, Turkmenistan

U.S. PAYMENT ENTITY

DARVAZA TOUR LLC
Wyoming, USA
Federal EIN on file

TRAVELER REVIEWS

What Our Travelers Say

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Magnifique escapade au Turkménistan Équipe aux petits soins Je recommande vivement
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I have just completed a 5-day fully guided tour through Turkmenistan provided by Darvazatour and had a wonderful time. Our tour guide, Gujian is very nice, thoughtful, considerate and her knowledge of local history, culture and nature is wonderful and her English is near native speaker. 3 drivers supported us throughout the travel - long distance travels on bumpy road and they did their best to search for the better part of the road. I am also grateful for the tour organizers who arranged everything details smoothly before the tour so the entry visa, Uzbekistan hotel pickup, etc were all well settled, removing all the concerns that I had before the tour. I highly recommend this company and especially Gujian if you are planning to visit Turkmenistan in the future
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Aubin Arrouet
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I had the amazing privilege to do a tour with the amazing guide Mekan. The tour was great and he went more than out of his way to make us able to see as many places (even ones that weren't initially included) and meet as many people as possible. He was helpful, kind, fun and always ready to help. He also bought me a huge cake for my birthday😊 Davud also made sure that before the tour everything was clear and sorted out for us and he was very helpful for the preparation and Letter Of Invitation. I very strongly recommend Darvazatour for everything that you need in turkmenistan. Weither it is the help before the tour, the actual tour itinerary, the guide, the drivers, the cost, and the overall experience; everything was more than perfect and more than we expected. I am certain that I will go back to Turkmenistan in the future and I will make sure to go through DarvazaTours and especially try to get a tour with Mekan😊 Thank you again for everything Aubin
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Aare Kase
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This was one of the best trips ever. It was so well organized. The communication from Gozel was professional and excellent, everything promised was delivered. I really enjoyed my 5-day tour of Turkmenistan. Tour was seamless and well-organized My guide, Mekan, was excellent. He also made me love Turkmenistan, its people, and its culture. He was always ready to help. A friendly, humorous, and cheerful fellow. Thank you Darvaza Tour You made this trip even more enjoyable and memorable.
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Kathryn Strachan
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I had a fantastic 8 day tour of Turkmenistan with Darvaza Tours. My guide Jakob was super professional and really knew his stuff. I didn’t know what to expect going to Turkmenistan but I was so amazed and impressed with the diversity in the country. From the canyons to the sea to ancient sites and modern cities, the country really truly has it all. If you just go to the gas crater, you’ll be massively missing out!
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Ailsa Gemmola
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Absolutely loved this tour! Our tour guide was amazing, and she was very accommodating and caring towards our toddler. It was a jam packed itinerary that gave great insight into the Turkmenistan history, present culture, and way of life. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Vera Montejo
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Espectacular , de inicio a fin. Nuestra guía Guljan nos acompañó en todo momento y nos sentimos muy bien con ella. Realmente volvería a contratar este tour.
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Ryan G
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Great experience with this company. The communication from Davud and Gozel was professional and excellent, everything promised was delivered. Our guide, Gulgan was remarkable with her information, organisation and making sure we got the maximum out of our short trip. I have no hesitation in recommending this company.
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Brandon Thompson
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I recently did the 3 day tour with Darvaza Tours and had an amazing experience. My guide Guljan was great, very knowledgeable, accommodating and always went out of her way to make sure everyone was comfortable and happy throughout the trip! Turkmenistan genuinely surprised me and ended up being one of the most interesting places I’ve visited. The sights were incredible and I really enjoyed my time there. Would highly recommend Darvaza Tours and Guljan to anyone looking to visit Turkmenistan! 🇹🇲
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渡邊史乃
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I really enjoyed my 6-day tour of Turkmenistan. My guide, Mekan, was excellent. He had a great balance between taking care of his guest and giving me enough space to enjoy things on my own. He was always happy to answer my questions, whether I was asking about the basics of Islam as an atheist or about ancient Turkmen history. I also enjoyed discovering some nice coffee shops that served local Turkmen food, and Mekan helped me find good-quality items at reasonable prices in the bazaar. One of my favorite experiences was walking around the Darvaza crater, cocoa in hand, taking photos and enjoying the incredible scenery. He even managed some of my more unusual requests, including arranging opportunities for me to meet dogs and horses. Our driver Allayar was also excellent, made the long journeys comfortable and reassuring. Thank you Davud for suggesting the itinerary and arranging this trip for me. I trusted as you responded to my inquiries very fast with detailed explanations. A very memorable trip — highly recommended!
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