Aiperi runs a small tour company based in Bishkek. She has worked in Kyrgyz tourism since 2013 and today she and her team of English-speaking driver-guides put together trips across Kyrgyzstan, with some itineraries extending into Kazakhstan.
Her range runs from short day trips out of Bishkek, such as Burana Tower and Kegety gorge, to longer private and group tours around Issyk-Kul and Son-Kul lakes, with yurt camp stays, horse riding and eagle hunting demonstrations. She also arranges multi-day treks around Karakol, including Ala-Kul lake and Altyn-Arashan, and transfers between Bishkek and Almaty.
Guests who have booked with her mention how quickly and clearly she replies, and how she adjusts itineraries to fit their dates, budget and interests rather than offering a fixed package.
Aiperi does not guide or drive herself; she plans the trip and pairs travelers with a driver-guide or separate driver and guide from her team, in a jeep, minivan or sedan depending on the group. She also helps with accommodation bookings, permits for restricted areas and visa support, and stays in touch with travelers while they are on the road.
She describes a strong attachment to her home country and wants visitors to experience its landscapes and nomadic traditions firsthand.
Aiperi was super helpful right from the start. She provided us with the perfect custom itinerary tailored to the days we had available and the key points of interest. We started in Almaty, Kazakhstan, and then crossed into Kyrgyzstan. Once there, she booked a beautiful guesthouse in Karakol and our yurt stays for us with a ride forse and eagle!! Everything was fantastic—even better than we expected! She also paired us with Eric, who was an excellent driver and guide. Our trip to Kyrgyzstan was amazing, and I would completely trust this organization again. She was flawless and so incredibly accommodating. Message responses were instant and super clear! Thanks again!!
While Kyrgyzstan is breathtaking and the places visited were wonderful, the service provided post-payment was very disappointing. Aiperi provided no check-ins or ground support throughout the trip. The assigned guide/driver, Eric, had not even reviewed my itinerary prior to arrival. Significant holiday time was wasted sitting at a car mechanic in the heat to fix his broken AC, and he repeatedly pressured me for extra payments, unofficial add-on tours, and to pay for his daily meals. He routinely complained about his pay, slept in the car during a canyon visit, controlled internet access, and exhibited unsafe driving behavior (making calls while driving and stopping on roads unsafely). To top it off, he arranged an unnecessarily early 2:30 AM airport drop-off for a check-i n desk opening at 4:00 AM. I strongly advise Indy Guide to vet their local representatives and drivers more thoroughly. Solo travelers deserve reliable coordination, safety, and basic professionalism.
Our guide Azi was incredibly helpful and gave us a really interesting, brief introduction to the history of the Burana Tower while guiding us around the ruins. Afterward, we did a great walk around the Kegety area, which was beautiful. Azi was so easy to talk to, and we learned a lot from her about Kyrgyzstan’s landscape and recent social developments, which gave us a much deeper appreciation for the country. She also took us to a local restaurant for lunch that was excellent quality and amazing value for money. To top it all off, she even stopped and bought us some fresh strawberries on the drive back, which was such a sweet gesture! Our driver was also fantastic, constantly paying attention to our needs and making sure the ride was comfortable.
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