The 2-day Darvaza Gas Crater Tour from Khiva is an ideal option for travelers wishing to visit Turkmenistan from Uzbekistan, with our team providing the required Letter of Invitation (LOI), arranging all transportation, an experienced local guide in Turkmenistan, and an overnight stay at a traditional yurt camp near the spectacular Darvaza Gas Crater.
After breakfast, transfer from your hotel in Khiva to the Shawat border crossing (60 km). Upon arrival, complete the border formalities and cross into Turkmenistan on foot, where you will be welcomed by your local guide and driver. Continue with a scenic drive of approximately six hours to the spectacular Darvaza Gas Crater, one of Turkmenistan’s most iconic natural attractions. In the evening, enjoy a traditional barbecue dinner before exploring the mesmerizing burning gas crater under the night sky. Overnight accommodation will be provided in a traditional yurt camp located near the Darvaza Gas Crater.
After breakfast, check out from the yurt camp and take some time to photograph the spectacular Darvaza Gas Crater in daylight. Afterwards, depart for the Shawat border, a journey of approximately six hours. Upon arrival, complete the border formalities and cross the border on foot. After entering Uzbekistan, you will be met by your local driver, who will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. You will then be transferred to Khiva, located approximately 60 km from the border.
Read before the trip to the Darvaza Gas Crater in Turkmenistan please:
There is no reception/Internet in the area of Turkmenistan
Karakum Desert road in Turkmenistan is largely unpaved, consisting of gravel and uneven, bumpy sections
Reaching the Darvaza Gas Crater in Turkmenistan requires a road journey of approximately six hours each way
Please note that during tours to the Darvaza Gas Crater in Turkmenistan, lunch and dinner may not be served at the usual times due to the remote desert location and the limited availability of restaurants. We kindly recommend that travelers bring snacks and sufficient drinking water for the journey.
