Turkmenistan · Desert Adventure

2-Day Darvaza Gas Crater and Ashgabat Tour with Desert Camping

2 Days Round trip from Derweze Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Ashgabat's iconic landmarks, including the Independence Monument and Arch of Neutrality
02 Journey through the vast Karakum Desert to the Darvaza Gas Crater
03 Witness the glowing flames of the "Door to Hell" at sunset
04 Enjoy a traditional BBQ dinner near the flaming crater
05 Spend the night in a traditional yurt or tent in the desert
06 Visit Gökdepe Fortress, its mosque, and the Akhal-Teke horse farm

Experience the captivating beauty of Turkmenistan on this 2-day Darvaza and Ashgabat tour. Discover Ashgabat's iconic landmarks, including the Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Alem Ferris Wheel, and Wedding Palace, before crossing the vast Karakum Desert to the famous Darvaza Gas Crater. Witness the mesmerizing flames at sunset, enjoy a traditional BBQ dinner near the crater, and spend the night in a traditional yurt or tent for an authentic desert experience. On the second day, return to Ashgabat and visit historical sites such as Gökdepe Fortress, its mosque, and the Akhal-Teke horse farm.

Arrive at Darvaza Gas Crater before sunset and watch the sunset over the flaming crater.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Ashgabat, Karakum Desert, Darvaza

Languages English, Russian, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Ashgabat and Sunset at Darvaza Gas Crater

Meet and greet at Ashgabat International Airport.
Take a brief city highlights tour including Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Alem Ferris Wheel, and Wedding Palace.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Depart in the afternoon for Darvaza Gas Crater, traveling via the Karakum Desert (270 km, approximately 4 to 5 hours).
Stop en route to visit mud and water craters.
Arrive at Darvaza Gas Crater before sunset and watch the sunset over the flaming crater.
Have a BBQ dinner near the crater.

Overnight stay in a traditional yurt or tent near the flaming gas crater.

Day 02