Renting a car in Kazakhstan first time tips

[Teris]

Yo, heading to Kazakhstan for the first time ever, wanna drive around and explore beyond the city. Anyone rented wheels there, is it straightforward or full of hidden drama with the paperwork?

[Samerka]

It is pretty straightforward, you just need your passport and an international driving permit to be safe, some places are fine with just your home license though. The roads between cities are decent but once you get into the steppe or mountains a sturdy SUV with high clearance is worth the extra money. A list of options for car rental across Kazakhstan with pickup at the airport or in the city center is over here https://getrentacar.com/en-US/kazakhstan .

[Raizer]

Always grab full insurance even if you are a careful driver, livestock wandering onto the highway is a real thing out there and a dent from a stray sheep costs more than the coverage.