Baiaman.

Choosing Baiaman to be our guide for our Kyrgyzstan trip was what made our trip so amazing. He was so kind, accommodating, easy going, knowledgeable, fun, and just overall a great person. We felt instantly at ease when Baiaman met us at the airport and felt that way the entire 2 weeks we had him as our private guide. Not only does he speak perfect English, but he’s really knowledgeable about the history of Kyrgyzstan and that’s something my husband and I really enjoyed as we are both big time history nerds. I unfortunately got very sick in Kyrgyzstan and Baiaman drove me 2 hours away to a hospital and having him by my side the entire time kept me at ease with the whole situation. My husband and I can’t recommend Baiaman enough! If you’re interested in a trip to Kyrgyzstan book it with him! You won’t regret it!

Having a great tour guide is like travelling with a good friend. We had so much fun with Baiaman in Kyrgyzstan. Such a funny gentleman with good taste in choice of restaurant (aligned with our taste at least). Always calm, positive, caring, tactful, knowledgeable, giving good responses to our questions and jokes lol, answering very detailedly to all of our queries in all kinds of aspects, so that we are able to know Kyrgyzstan as much as possible within short period of time. Before coming to Kyrgyzstan, we had been searching for a suitable guide for a long time and had posted twice on Indy Guide, and finally got Baia, who have been receiving high rating and good comments, replied and we think is suitable for us and feel comfortable to join his tour. Once we start our conversation, he already started to plan a detailed itinerary that can accommodate all the spots that we wish to go, even it sounds impossible to us at first. Thank you for following and adapting to our pace (especially my slow pace). Highly recommend this guide if you are interested in Kyrgyzstan!

Lau

October 2026

We rented a Toyota 4Runner from Baiaman for a week. The car was great, clean. We had an issue in the beginning with the gas (the tank was actually empty but there's no indicator for the gas – there is an indicator for the petrol tank). Anyway, we phoned Baiaman and we resolved it. Overall, he was very responsive. I can definitely recommend his car / services!

Luca

October 2026

Baiaman exceeded all our expectations! We spent 8 days with him as our guide and driver, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. He is a very safe driver, extremely kind, thoughtful, and empathetic, always paying attention to even our smallest needs. He was incredibly flexible with our itinerary, allowing us to adapt our plans depending on the weather, our mood, or simply what we felt like doing that day. He always went the extra mile and somehow managed to arrange the best of everything: great restaurants, lovely guesthouses, amazing massages, and the best horses for our horseback-riding trip. He even suggested adding some local festivals and events that he had discovered along the way. He was also incredibly helpful when I accidentally left my e-reader in Karakol — he managed to arrange for someone to bring it all the way back to Bishkek! Beyond all of this, we had so much fun with him. He shared a wealth of knowledge about Kyrgyzstan’s history and culture, which made the trip even more interesting and meaningful. We had an amazing holiday thanks to Baiaman, and we would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a guide and driver in Kyrgyzstan

We took a four-day tour of Kyrgyzstan with Baiaman, and he proved to be much more than just a driver. He acted as our tour guide, accompanied us on our discovery of the local wonders, and was incredibly kind and helpful with every need we had. He is extremely reliable, attentive, thoughtful, and incredibly helpful. He turned our trip into a fantastic and worry-free experience. We 100% recommend him to the entire Indy Guide community!

Antonello

May 2026

You didn’t truly explore Kyrgyzstan if you don’t book Baiaman. He is probably the best guide Kyrgyzstan has to offer! He is punctual, kind, very knowledgeable about his own country, funny and very well spoken in English. We booked a 4-day all-inclusive trip around the Issyk-kul lake with Baiaman. In this short time spawn he showed us the wonders of Kyrgyzstan at a pretty calm pace. He brought us to “secret” places that no sociale media influencer has ever heard about! We requested an authentic style for our trip. Yurt stays, guest houses, restaurants that offer local food, lots of nature walks and hikes, and lost of deep country history. Baiaman delivered, and over performed, on all fronts!🤩 Baiaman is also a very safe driver, taking all saftey rules into account and doesn’t rush things on the highway. He also knows the best shortcuts to avoid long traffic jams! Baiaman likes to talk, and is very interested in you and your travel companions. In the short period we have been with Baiaman, it felt like we were traveling with a family member or very close friend. Thats the kind of wonderful guy and guide Baiaman is! Now that we visited Kyrgyzstan, we can conclude that a 4-day trip is rather short. If you come and visit this beautiful and wonderful country, make sure to book Baiaman for at least 7+ days. Although his planning and pace is great, its more that we ourselves miss the country already and wished we booked a longer trip, to see even more! The tour was so much fun, that the time flew by… Baiaman is your go-to guide to explore Kyrgyzstan in any way or form! We highly recommend considering Baiaman for your visit to Kyrgyzstan!

Julien

May 2026

We spent three unforgettable days exploring Issyk Kul with Baiaman, and honestly, it was the best decision I could have made in Kyrgyzstan. From start to finish, he was incredibly friendly, professional, and genuinely passionate about what he does — you can immediately tell he truly loves his job. His knowledge of the region, history, and local culture added so much depth to the experience. Every stop felt meaningful, and he always made sure everything ran smoothly while keeping the atmosphere relaxed and enjoyable. If you’re planning a trip around Issyk Kul, I can’t recommend him highly enough. Having a guide like him doesn’t just make your trip easier — it makes it truly special.

Raúl

April 2026

Baiaman was an excellent guide. He picked us up at the airport and immediately set our minds at rest. He was calm, funny and very knowledgable about his country which he loves. His English is perfect and kept us in the loop when talking with locals. His enthusiasm for his country and exploring really captivated us and we hope to go back and will definately be in touch with Baiaman.

We are 2 independent travellers from Australia. Baiaman was a pleasure to spend the day with. From his first response to our request for a driver to take us to Osh from Bishkek in early December he was prompt, polite and easy to communicate with. His English is excellent, his car clean and well maintained and his driving was safe and comfortable. He shared much about Kyrgyzstan, we learnt alot and we highly recommend Baiaman as your guide, driver and interpreter in Kyrgyzstan.

My friend and I decided to hire Baiaman for our 6 day Krygzystan adventure back in September 2025 (sorry for the delay in posting this review, dude)! We decided on Baiaman mainly because previous reviews indicated he had good English-speaking skills. What we got was so much more! Baiaman adjusted our itinerary based on our feedback, he took us to places that we hadn't thought of or researched, and he provided such enjoyable and educational company. In addition, his vehicle was newer, comfortable, and spacious (Toyota RAV4), so it made for a pleasant ride (even in some of the more rugged roads, which we encountered MANY MANY times). Not only do I highly recommend a visit to this beautiful country, I also give Baiaman a 100% rating and strongly urge fellow adventurers like my friend and I to hire Baiaman to take you on a tour of Krygyzstan!

Michael

March 2026

Oh we had a fabulous time and we loved our time with Baiaman. Baiaman was great company with excellent English who was pationate about his country and the great history and culture that the country posseses. He drove carefully and looked after our welfare at all times. We left after learning a tremendous amount but still wishing we can return sometime soon. If we do return we would most definately use Baiaman. Would thoroughly recomend.

I have only the best to say for this guy!! Baiaman is a young genuinely nice and polite person. He is above all as I mentioned a nice person and really good guide. I was looking for options for two days, which is really not much time to explore this beautiful country. He was the only one that offered to see something that made sense and he took us for a really reasonable price around the lake and places that are important to see. He organised everything for our facultative activities, he took us to nice places to eat and we really enjoyed the trip. When the person is pleasant it makes the trip even more interesting and it creates nice memories. I suggest you to book trips with Baiaman because he is really experienced and he will not propose you a sky-high price and charge you for some things that make no sense. He tried to get the best prices for horse riding and eagle hunting show. I wish you the best of luck Baiaman and stay like that, you are on the right path!

I went on a trip with a friend and we had a great time. The weather was perfect, the nature was beautiful and the horses were really calm.

Julia

October 2025

We had the absolute best time on our 4-day tour of Kyrgyzstan with Baiaman! From planning to finish, he was responsive, helpful, and made the whole experience unforgettable. He’s a safe and excellent driver, making long drives comfortable and smooth. He's also incredibly knowledgeable about Kyrgyzstan’s culture, history, and traditions. We learned so much, ate amazing local food, and felt truly connected to the people and places we visited thanks to his thoughtful guidance (and great sense of humor!) As two female travelers, we felt completely safe and comfortable the entire time. Baiaman was professional, respectful, and made sure we were always at ease, which let us fully enjoy the adventure. Spending time with him was easy and fun. Whether over dinner or just hanging out, it felt like traveling with a good friend. His English is excellent, and he has a lot of great stories! We left Kyrgyzstan with incredible memories and a new friend. We can’t recommend Baiaman enough and we’re already looking forward to coming back and touring with him again!

Zainab

October 2025

Baiaman is super friendly, knowledgeable, and made every part of the trip fun and easy! His English is amazing, his stories brought the country to life, and he always made sure we were comfortable. More than just a guide, we feel like we’ve made a friend in Kyrgyzstan! We had an unforgettable time thanks to him! Highly recommend him to anyone visiting!

George

August 2025

Response from Baiaman August 2025

It was a real pleasure to guide George and Jacob on our 4-day adventure through Chon-Kemin, Song-Kul, and Barskoon. They are incredibly kind, open-minded, and enthusiastic travelers who made every moment enjoyable. We shared great conversations, lots of fun, and unforgettable memories. I can truly say I gained not only guests, but new friends. I’d be very happy to see them again in Kyrgyzstan one day;)

Had a wonderful time during a 7-day trip with Baiaman as my driver/guide. His knowledge and willingness to share things about his country and its habits/people/traditions/... are really great, also because his English is actually really good. Knows good places to stay, lets you try some local specialities for lunch. Overall he is very warm and welcoming As a solo traveler he was fun to hang out with. I cannot reccomend him enough!

Pieter

July 2025

We had an unforgettable five day tour around Issyk Kul with Baiaman! He is a brilliant local guide, who taught us so much about Kyrgyzstan, the Kyrgyz people and their culture. His English is excellent and he provided so much insight and value to each place that we visited together. Baiaman is very personable, respectful and has a great sense of humour. In addition, he is a safe and comfortable drive and he will always adapt the plan to suit your needs and preferences. In short, if you're thinking of or planning to travel around Kyrgyzstan, Baiaman is the best guide you will find! After five days together, we parted ways as good friends - we couldn't recommend him more :)

jma543

June 2025

Response from Baiaman June 2025

I had the absolute pleasure of guiding Jhonny and Becky on a five-day trip around Issyk-Kul, and it was truly a wonderful experience from start to finish. They were kind, curious, and full of positive energy — always eager to learn more about Kyrgyzstan and engage with the local culture. Every moment felt easy and natural, and by the end of the tour, it felt more like a road trip with close friends. I’m really grateful to have met them and would happily recommend Jhonny and Becky to any guide or host. You’ll have a great time with them :)

Mr. Baiaman is a great guide and a fantastic driver. His recommendations were to the point. He was courteous, helpful and friendly with a great sense of humour. I would recommend him wholeheartedly.

Bipasha

June 2025

Response from Baiaman June 2025

I had a great time guiding Bipasha and her friend during their tour in Kyrgyzstan. They were polite, respectful, and very curious about the local culture. Communication was easy and pleasant throughout the whole day. I would be happy to guide them again in the future!