About
Kazakhstan is a country in Central Asia and partly in Europe, the largest by territory in the region. It is known for its steppes, natural resources, and multinational population.
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Cities and Resorts
What to See
Connectivity & Internet
Average Speed40 Mbps
4G Coveragegood in cities, limited elsewhere
SIM from Kcell, Beeline or Tele2 costs $5-15 for 10-30GB. Available at airports. Passport required. Coverage limited in steppes.
Electricity
Voltage:220VV
Frequency:50HzHz
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C
F
European plugs Type C and F. Voltage 220V. Soviet-era system. US/UK travelers need adapter
Local Transport
Operators: Official buses, Private operators
Booking: Stations, on board
Popular Routes
Astana - Almaty20h
KZT 13037-20859
Astana - Karaganda3h
KZT 2607-5215
Kazakhstan has a developed transport network. Air Astana is a reliable national carrier, FlyArystan is a low-cost carrier. Tulpar-Talgo trains connect Almaty and Astana in 12 hours. In 2025, light rail (LRT) opens in Astana. Yandex Go and Bolt are popular for taxis. Almaty has a metro.
Local Cuisine
Beshbarmak
kazy
baursaki
Tipping
Local term: Tip
Restaurants
10%Taxi
Round up fareHotels
Porter500-1000 KZT per bag
Housekeeping500-1000 KZT per day
Concierge1000-2000 KZT for special service
Tours
Guide (per day)3000-5000 KZT per person
Driver (per day)2000-3000 KZT per person
Tipping is becoming common in Kazakhstan. 10% for restaurants in cities. Not expected in rural areas.