Every year, the Naryn region becomes increasingly attractive to tourists, as stated during the celebration of Nowruz in the city of Naryn. The region is famous for its picturesque mountainous nature and fresh air. The most sought-after places to visit are Son-Kul, Chatyr-Kul, Kel-Suu, Arpa, and Ak-Sai.
- As part of the implementation of the presidential decree "On the Further Implementation of Reforms Aimed at Increasing the Efficiency and Debureaucratization of the State Administration System of the Kyrgyz Republic" (dated December 30, 2025, No. 387), a dialogue with the business community was held at the Ministry of Justice and the National Institute of Strategic Initiatives regarding issues of simplifying access to beaches. Representatives of boarding houses, as well as
- On March 18, 2026, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Ulukbek Uzakbaev called for attention to be paid to the development of the Suusamyr region as a tourist zone. He noted that he had raised this issue previously, and in response to one of his speeches, he received an official letter from the Department of Tourism. This letter indicated that the development of the region is planned for a short term until 2030 and for a longer term until 2040.
On March 17, the meeting discussed sharp changes in beach rental rates, which have increased by several times. The chairwoman of the supervisory board of the Eco Demi Foundation and owner of several tourist facilities, Aizhan Chynybaeva, expressed dissatisfaction that tenants are deprived of the opportunity to control the use of the rented areas. Chynybaeva emphasized that the cost of renting a beach has risen to 1 million soms, but this does not grant the right to its full use. "It's
- Today, March 17, a discussion on the issues of debureaucratization in the tourism sector is taking place at the Ministry of Justice. The meeting addresses administrative barriers, the preparation of practical proposals for their elimination, as well as mechanisms for interaction between the government and business. Deputy Minister of Economy Mederbek Tumanov reported on plans to regulate access to beach areas, which includes analyzing their capacity.
- According to Abdiev, current legislation mainly focuses on environmental aspects but does not address issues that arise outside tourist facilities. “There is a law from 2014, No. 115, and a corresponding decree that regulate the general conditions of operation. However, in practice, unresolved issues remain,” he noted.
According to the results of 2025, the protected areas of Kyrgyzstan have shown outstanding results in financial and operational activities, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The Ministry informs that revenues from tourism activities amounted to 37.7 million soms, which is more than double the figures of 2024, when the amount was 18.3 million soms. Thus, the revenues of specially protected natural areas (SPNAs) increased by 105% compared to last year.
The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic and the International Union of Motorboating (Union Internationale Motonautique, UIM) have signed a memorandum aimed at strengthening cooperation in the field of motorboating, event tourism, and the organization of international sports events. The ministry's press service reported this. According to the document, it is planned to organize international motorboating competitions in Kyrgyzstan, including stages of the UIM F1H2O
According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, the income of national parks in Kyrgyzstan increased by 105% in 2025. The total revenue from tourism activities amounted to 37.7 million soms, which is more than double the results of 2024 (+19.3 million soms). These figures are considered record-breaking for the financial sector of the country's protected natural areas.
- In 2025, Russians reduced the number of trips to Kyrgyzstan by 4.1%, as reported by Rosstat. According to Russian data, a total of 327.6 thousand tourist trips were registered.
The Department of Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic reported a stable interest in the country from foreign tourists and the continuation of preparations for the new tourist season. Traditionally, the tourist season in Kyrgyzstan begins in a month, and active work is currently underway with international partners, operators, and markets to maintain and increase the flow of tourists.
The escalating tension in the Middle East has had a noticeable impact on the tourism sector in Kyrgyzstan. Representatives of travel companies note that the demand for trips to the countries of the Persian Gulf has significantly decreased, and there is a growing interest in alternative destinations. According to Talant Ozokeiev, the founder of a large travel agency, many Kyrgyz citizens have become less willing to travel, especially to Dubai, Qatar, and Kuwait. He states that currently, sales
Talant Ozokeiev, the founder of one of Kyrgyzstan's leading tourism companies, reported that due to the escalation of the situation in the Middle East, clients have begun to express concerns about air travel, especially to the countries of the Persian Gulf.
- Kyrgyzstan is one of the few places in Central Asia where the ski season lasts almost six months, from December to April. The country has many resorts, ranging from traditional Soviet ones to modern complexes with European-made chairlifts. The largest number of such bases is located in the Chui region (in the vicinity of Bishkek) and the Issyk-Kul region. The ski industry in Kyrgyzstan is represented by eleven bases, each with its own scale and legal status. Most of them operate as limited
The public organization "Destination Karakol" has recently received the international Travelife Certified certification, confirming its compliance with the highest standards of sustainable tourism. This significant moment occurred on March 4 in Berlin during the international exhibition ITB Berlin 2026, as reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic.
On March 4, in Berlin, as part of the International Tourism Exhibition ITB Berlin 2026, an official reception was held for tour operators from the Kyrgyz Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany. This event was organized by the Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Economy, as reported by the press service of the department. The main goal of the event was the practical implementation of the memorandum of understanding and strategic cooperation signed between the Ministry of Economy of
- According to the National Statistics Committee, in 2025 the number of registered companies in the tourism sector increased by 4.7% compared to 2024. At the end of the year, there were 148.1 thousand business entities registered in the tourism sector.
- During his visit to the Issyk-Kul region, Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev visited several energy facilities in the area, according to information from the ministry's press service dated March 2. During the trip, the minister inspected the 220/110/24 kV substation "Tamga," where he familiarized himself with the high-voltage power lines, automation systems, and relay protection, as well as the work of the substation personnel.
On February 27, 2026, the large-scale construction of the all-season ski cluster "Ala-Too Resort" in the Issyk-Kul region is scheduled to begin. This was announced by President Sadyr Japarov at a republican meeting. The head of state noted that this project will operate year-round, creating thousands of new jobs and opening new horizons for Kyrgyzstan's tourism industry. This, in turn, should strengthen the country's position on the international stage.
- OJSC "Ala-Tuu Resort" has signed an agreement with Doppelmayr for the construction of four new cable cars at the Jyrgalan resort. This was reported by the press service of OJSC "Ala-Tuu Resort." The contract was signed by Zharkynbek Maksutov, chairman of the board of OJSC "Ala-Tuu Resort," and Valery Yashin, head of the Doppelmayr division in Russia and the CIS.
JSC "Ala-Too Resort" has signed an agreement with Doppelmayr for the construction of four new cable cars at the "Jyrgalan" resort. This information was published by representatives of JSC "Ala-Too Resort". The document was signed by Valery Yashin, head of the Doppelmayr division for Russia and the CIS, and Zharkynbek Maksutov, chairman of the board of JSC "Ala-Too Resort".
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, announced plans to create a modern tourist infrastructure in various regions of the country. This statement was made during an event dedicated to the opening of the cable car in the Ala-Archa Nature Park. The President emphasized that one of the key tasks is to maximize the use of Kyrgyzstan's tourist potential and promote the country in the international mountain tourism arena. “We will continue to work on creating modern tourist infrastructure
Today, February 18, 2026, the official opening of a new cable car took place in the Ala-Archa National Park, attended by President Sadyr Japarov. In his address to the participants of the event, the president noted that in recent years the state has completely updated the park's infrastructure, thereby creating comfortable conditions for tourists.
Today, a grand opening of a new cable car will take place at the Ala-Archa State Natural Park, with representatives of the authorities invited. This was reported by Erdenet Kasymov, the director of the Department of Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic, during the “Elden Sobol” broadcast on the Kabar channel. He also pointed out the construction of a hotel and restaurants at the mountain peak, adhering to environmental safety requirements.
Representatives of the tourism sector will have the opportunity to meet with the management of the Open Joint Stock Company "Tourism Development Support Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic" on February 20. According to the Fund, the meeting will start at 3:00 PM and will take place in the hall of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main goal of the event will be to create a platform for productive dialogue, where participants will discuss pressing issues and
In Kyrgyzstan, the creation of 11 new Rest Points is planned by 2030. The Director of the Tourism Department, Erdenet Kasymov, announced this during the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" on the Kabar agency. Currently, there are 18 Rest Points operating in the country, intended for the rest of tourists, as well as five tourist information centers, all of which are located in the Issyk-Kul region. In the coming months, it is planned to open three more tourist information centers
In Kyrgyzstan, there are about 20 ski resorts, mainly located in the Chui, Issyk-Kul, and Osh regions. This was reported by Erdenet Kasymov, the director of the Tourism Department, during a broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" on the "Kabar" television channel. According to him, in the current winter season, 10-12 resorts actively welcomed guests. In early January, approximately 4,000 people were vacationing daily at some of these resorts.
Two well-known bloggers, Sary Kyz and Argen Sigma, will promote the tourism sector of Kyrgyzstan. The Tourism Development Support Fund in Kyrgyzstan has signed a memorandum of cooperation with these influential figures.
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According to information announced by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and the Head of the President's Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev, in 2025, the country was visited by 86,000 citizens of Tajikistan. This number is 12 times higher than the figures for 2024. This positive trend in tourism cooperation was recorded during the first meeting of the intergovernmental council of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, which took place in Bishkek. During this meeting, Adylbek
The meeting of the board of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce was attended by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. According to the director of the Adilet Fund, Januzakov, due to the strengthening financial control, the Fund managed to recover 56.1 million soms in accounts receivable, including the full repayment of loans related to projects in Naryn and the
Today, February 10, a meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce took place, attended by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev. During the meeting, the report of the Tourism Development Support Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic for 2025 was presented. The General Director of the Fund, Adilet Januzakov, emphasized that the new team conducted a comprehensive assessment of the institution's work, paying
- According to the EDB report, Turkey ranks first among Asian countries in terms of growth in foreign direct investment for nine consecutive years, based on data as of January 2026. The volume of Turkish FDI increased from $1.6 billion in 2016 to $8.6 billion by mid-2025, resulting in the republic's share rising from 5% to 13% in this market.
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed in Bishkek between the Tourism Development Support Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Digital Technologies Center of the city administration. This was reported by the Fund. The purpose of this document is to implement digital solutions for tourists. The main areas of work will include the transportation of travelers, digital navigation, integration of tourist routes with urban systems, as well as the analysis of tourist flows.
Festivals aimed at developing tourism and preserving cultural heritage are planned in the Naryn region. This was reported by Erdenet Kasymov, head of the Tourism Department, during a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. According to him, an informational tour has been organized in collaboration with the local government administration. Bloggers from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, China, Kyrgyzstan, and one blogger from Serbia will participate in this event.
- In his speech, Erdenet Kasymov noted that the integration of Central Asian countries could significantly improve the situation in the tourism sector. According to Kasymov, for foreign tourists, Central Asia is perceived as a whole, which opens up new opportunities for the joint utilization of this potential. He reminded that at the “Central Asia – USA” (C5+1) summit held on November 6 in Washington, President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the importance of tourism as a tool for bringing peoples
Work has begun in Kyrgyzstan on the development of a national digital tourist application called Tunduk Travel. Today, the concept and technical assignment for the Tunduk Travel project were signed at the Ministry of Digital Development of Kyrgyzstan, marking the official start of its implementation.
- The signing of a tripartite memorandum of cooperation took place between OJSC "Fund for the Support of Tourism Development in the Kyrgyz Republic," OJSC "Tunduk," and the Department of Tourism, which is part of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. This information was presented by the press service of the Fund for the Support of Tourism Development. This document aims to establish electronic interaction between the signing parties through the inter-agency electronic
During a meeting held at the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, the topic of creating an integrated "Digital Tourist Platform" was raised. Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev pointed out key issues in the tourism sector, among which are the fragmentation of services (such as visas, logistics, and insurance) and the lack of a unified center for coordinating tourism processes.
- On December 31, 2025, a resolution was adopted approving an agreement on cooperation with the government of Tajikistan in the field of tourism. The signing of the document took place on July 8, 2025, in Dushanbe and is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties in the tourism sector.
According to preliminary data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to September 2023, Kyrgyz citizens spent 423.3 million US dollars on vacations abroad. This figure is 1% lower than in the same period last year. Experts in the tourism industry note changes in the preferences of Kyrgyz travelers when choosing vacation destinations. For instance, one of the leading travel agencies in the country previously reported that families with children often choose destinations such as
A meeting was held in the Naryn region dedicated to organizing press tours, both winter and summer, aimed at developing the tourism sector and increasing the region's tourism potential. On January 19, in the city of Naryn, the governor of the region held a meeting with representatives of the business community involved in tourism. The main focus was on the possibility of conducting press tours for both local and foreign journalists and bloggers.
In the Issyk-Kul region, on the territory of the state enterprise "Ala-Tuu Resort," in the administration of Khan-Tengri Ak-Suu district, an international freeride tournament has started, organized in collaboration with domestic and foreign partners. Athletes underwent preparatory training on January 15 at the "Karako" ski base, where special safety training sessions were also held. The main stage of the competition began on January 16 directly at the site of the
It is expected that the created strategy will focus on identifying target markets, developing visual identity, and communication methods. The development will take place from the first to the third quarter of 2026, with the Ministry of Economy and the Tourism Support and Development Fund appointed as responsible for its implementation. In addition, this initiative includes steps to enhance advertising campaigns and promote Kyrgyzstan in international tourist markets. This will be achieved
The government of Kyrgyzstan plans to create a mobile application called Travel Tunduk, intended for tourists. This initiative is part of the Cabinet's activities. According to the presented description, the application will include digital maps as well as a GPS system that will assist in route planning, including eco-friendly routes.
In 2025, the Chui region attracted about 10 million tourists, both domestic and foreign. This information was announced at a recent meeting of the regional administration. However, it was emphasized that the region and its residents are not able to effectively utilize this tourist flow.
Work has begun in Kyrgyzstan on a new edition of the Law "On Tourism." This was announced by Erdenet Kasymov, the director of the Tourism Department, on the air of Birinchi Radio. Kasymov noted that the current law came into force in 1999 and has only been slightly modified since then. As a result, the document has become "morally outdated" and does not meet the modern requirements of the tourism industry.
In 2025, climbing became one of the most dynamically developing sectors in the tourism industry of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Erdenet Kasymov, the director of the Department of Tourism, in a program on Birinchi Radio. According to him, climbing is already confidently becoming part of domestic tourism; however, the country still lacks a regulatory framework for this activity. In this regard, the possibility of including climbing in the new edition of the law "On Tourism" is