I am a professional tour guide based in Bishkek city, Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia with strong knowledge of the country’s history, culture, and nature. I organize authentic and well-planned experiences for travelers who want to explore Kyrgyzstan beyond the typical tourist routes. My goal is to make every trip comfortable, informative, and memorable by sharing local traditions, stories, and hidden places that most visitors never see.

Zhyrgalbek
Barktabasov
6 years of experience
Bishkek city
Kyrgyzstan
Contact Options
About
Tours Offered & Destination Knowledge
Adventure/Hiking ToursBus ToursCultural/Specialty ToursDriver GuideGeneral Walking ToursLarge Group ToursLocal GuidePerformance Group ToursPrivate Tours
I guide cultural, historical, and mountain tours in Kyrgyzstan, including Bishkek, Ala-Archa National Park, Burana Tower, and Issyk-Kul. I love sharing the history, nature, and nomadic traditions of my country.
Fun Fact!
I love showing travelers the real nomadic culture and hidden mountain places of Kyrgyzstan.
Hobbies & Interests
Hiking, going to gym and travelling
Virtual Tour Experience
No current experience with virtual tours. Experience focused on in-person guided tours and travel experiences in Kyrgyzstan.
Testimonials
Buck, Florida, USA
“An excellent guide with deep knowledge of Kyrgyz history and culture. The tour was well organized, informative, and very engaging. I especially appreciated the local stories and insights that made the experience truly authentic.”
Eddie, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
“Very professional and friendly guide. He explained everything clearly and made our trip around Bishkek and the surrounding nature very enjoyable. I learned a lot about Kyrgyz traditions and daily life.”
Anna, Berlin, Germany
“A wonderful cultural experience. The guide shared fascinating historical details and made every location come alive with stories. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kyrgyzstan for the first time.”
Michael and Jessica, Toronto, Canada
“Great communication and organization. The tour was flexible, interesting, and perfectly adapted to our interests. It was a fantastic way to discover the beauty and culture of Kyrgyzstan.”
Details
Gateway Airport(s)
BSZ
Licenses
Training
KATO Tour Guide Training, Bishkek; Tour Leader Training, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Language(s)
English, Russian, German
Additional Education
1-month Tour Guide Training, Kyrgyz Association of Tour Operators (KATO), Bishkek city, Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia.
1-week Tour Leader Training Program, Tashkent city, Uzbekistan — Group management and international tour organization.
General Availability
Available year-round, flexible schedule.
Monday–Sunday availability depending on bookings.





