Join a community of independent guides across Central Asia, the Caucasus, and the Silk Road. Connect with curious travellers who want to experience your region – not just pass through it.
Indy Guide exists because the best travel experiences don’t happen in tour buses or luxury lodges. They happen when you walk a route no guidebook lists, and understand a place through the eyes of someone who calls it home.
No big agencies. No middlemen taking 40%. You are the expert of your region, and you should be compensated and recognised as one.
Travellers come to Indy Guide precisely because they want to escape the clichés. Your local knowledge is the product – not a backdrop.
We charge a 10% platform fee. The remaining 90% is paid directly to you on Day 1 of the trip – in cash, in your hands, no delays.
Our travellers are curious, respectful, and here to learn. They read about your country before arriving – not package tourists.
You decide what trips you offer, when you’re available, and how many guests you take. No exclusivity, no minimum quotas.
We go deep in Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Silk Road destinations – not everywhere. That focus makes us better for you.
Six simple steps from sign-up to your first booking. We review every application personally – quality matters more than volume.
Submit your application. Tell us who you are, where you operate, and what experiences you offer.
Complete our verification process – ID, background check, and a short video interview with our team.
Create your listing with photos, services, pricing, and availability. We’ll help with copy if needed.
Travellers discover your profile and send trip requests with their plans, dates, and group details.
Discuss details with the traveller and confirm. They pay a 10% deposit online to secure the booking.
Welcome your guest and receive the remaining 90% in cash on Day 1. Deliver an experience they’ll never forget.
“With Indy Guide I get travellers who actually want to be in Kyrgyzstan. They read, they ask good questions, they show up with respect. That changes everything.”
— Bakyt, Horse Trek Guide · Bishkek90% of your trip fee is paid directly by the traveller on the first day. No waiting for payouts, no conversion surprises.
A dedicated page with your story, reviews, specialisms, and photos – not just a name in a list.
Travellers submit detailed trip requests – we know they’re serious before they even reach you.
Top-rated hosts earn priority in search, a visible badge, and increased visibility with new travellers.
Work with us alongside other platforms. We earn your loyalty by sending quality bookings.
Our team supports you in English, Russian, and local languages – whenever you need us.
Indy Guide has completely transformed my life – both personally and professionally. As a local tour manager and guide in Kyrgyzstan, I used to rely on seasonal work and word-of-mouth to support my family. Since joining Indy Guide, I’ve been able to connect with amazing travellers from all over the world who are seeking authentic, meaningful experiences.
What makes Indy Guide special is that it truly puts local people first. Unlike big travel agencies, it empowers guides, drivers, guesthouse owners, and communities to earn a fair income and share our stories on our own terms.
Each tour I lead doesn’t just support me – it supports an entire network of locals: craftspeople, cooks, shepherds, and village hosts. This is tourism that uplifts people. And beyond the economics, Indy Guide helps create real cultural exchange. I’ve met travellers who’ve become lifelong friends.
You lead hikes, horse treks, or expeditions in remote landscapes. You know the terrain, the weather, and the stories behind the peaks.
You open your home to guests and create experiences around local food, customs, and family life that no hotel can replicate.
You guide in cities, bazaars, or historical sites. You explain your culture to outsiders in a way that’s honest and engaging.
You offer transport combined with genuine local knowledge – across deserts, steppe, mountain passes, or Silk Road corridors.
You know when and where the real celebrations happen – Nauryz, Tsagaan Sar, Nowruz – beyond the tourist version.
You offer ger stays, yurt camps, or nomadic life immersions. You connect travellers with a way of life that is vanishing from the world.
Simple standards that ensure quality experiences for all travellers – and protect your reputation on the platform.
We maintain high standards to ensure traveller safety and service quality. Our process builds trust and credibility for all hosts on the platform.
We conduct online research including social media presence to verify your identity and ensure you’re a genuine local expert with authentic community connections.
Submit your government-issued ID and any relevant licences or certifications. This verifies your credentials and ensures compliance with local regulations.
Our team conducts a personal video interview to learn about your local expertise, services, and passion for sharing your culture with travellers.
We may request testimonials from previous clients to validate your experience and service quality as a local guide or host.
After approval, we continuously monitor guest reviews and feedback to maintain service quality and ensure all hosts meet our community standards.
We review every application personally. If it’s a good fit, we’ll be in touch within 5 business days to walk you through the next steps.
Join thousands of local experts already sharing their passion and building meaningful connections with travellers from around the world.
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No fees to apply. We never share your information.