Tourist flow to Kazakhstan reaches record high: over half a million guests visit country in September

The number of foreign tourists in Kazakhstan has reached a record high. In September alone, more than 500,000 overseas guests visited the country. According to the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, this surge was facilitated by the fifth World Nomad Games held in Astana. Thanks to this ethnic sporting event, the country's economy received over US$600,000. As for the geography of tourists, aside from neighboring countries, the highest numbers of visitors to the Kazakh capital came from China, India, Türkiye, the U.S., and Germany. Experts are confident that Kazakhstan's tourism industry has a bright future ahead. Despite being relatively young, the industry shows promising indicators and achievements.

«A total of 16 visitor centers have been set up across Kazakhstan to promote ecotourism and environmental education. We have around 9,000 registered travel agents and 500 tour operators, 400 of which are focused on inbound and domestic tourism. This demonstrates a growing demand for tourist services. Additionally, Kazakhstan is signing visa-free agreements with several countries,» said Madina Zhetpisbayeva,  spokesperson of the Kazakh Ministry of Tourism and Sports.

Kazakhstan enters list of popular destinations for German tourists

Kazakhstan is being chosen by some of the most avid travelers from Germany, who travel all over the world. While they previously preferred traditional European destinations, this autumn, according to an international industry publication, they are showing interest in Croatia, Serbia, Georgia, and the Central Asian countries of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. German travelers find the country appealing due to its heritage along the Great Silk Road, cultural immersion, and breathtaking natural landscapes.

«Germany consistently ranks among the top countries that visit Central Asia, including Kazakhstan. Our country is an appealing destination for them due to its authentic culture, rich history, and multicultural society. This attracts not only German tourists but also travelers from other parts of Europe,» noted Aigerim Yessenaliyeva, President at the City Tourism Development Center.