Dagestan.Reise
Legendary 4×4 self-drive vacations for international guests in the North Caucasus
Adventure Tours, drive our UAZ 4×4 campers
Comfort Tours, rental car and accommodation
Virtual Tour, discover Dagestan from home
Own Vehicle? travel tips and route planning
Hello, we are Svetlana and Andreas Csar, an Austrian/Russian family.
We rent cars and 4×4 campers to international guests for unique self-drive holidays in Russia’s most beautiful southern region. Together, we will plan your individual journey to discover Dagestan in the most authentic way and at your individual pace.
Points Of Interest
About Dagestan
Our home is the legendary Republic of Dagestan, located between Caspian Sea and Caucasus Mountains, a part of Russia famous for breathtaking wild nature and traditional hospitality of the local people.
Here you find Europe’s deepest canyon, spectacular waterfalls, ancient mountain villages, wild stretches of coastline and many more natural wonders. Home to more than 30 ethnic groups, Dagestan is a colourful melting pot of different heritages, languages and traditions kept alive over the centuries.
Its stunning natural beauty, richness of culture and friendly local people, makes Dagestan the ideal destination for those who want to avoid mass tourism and prefer authentic travel experiences off the beaten paths.
The latest news, recent photos and travel reports from Dagestan we send out once a month in our newsletter.
FAQ
Why travel with us?
Our self-drive tours allow you to discover the best places in Dagestan without depending on guides, tourist groups or translators.
To spend your time in Dagestan the best way possible, we prepare for you a special self-drive guidebook and map with detailed description and coordinates of all points we recommend visiting.
Travelling with us, you don’t need to know any Russian to discover Dagestan in the most authentic way. Our network of English (and German) speaking friends will welcome you as guests in their remote mountain villages, treat you to traditional hospitality and introduce you to local culture and national kitchen.
How do I get to Dagestan?
A flight via Istanbul is the easiest way to our capital Makhachkala.
We pick you up from the airport and your holidays start right away.
Do I need a visa?
Probably yes.
Fortunately, most visitors can apply for an electronic 16 days Tourist Visa, which is quick and convenient.
If you want to visit Russia longer, you simply apply for standard Tourist Visa.
Please contact us for more information
Is travelling to Dagestan safe?
Yes, Dagestan is a safe travel destination.
More than 20 years have passed since the conflict in neighbouring Chechnya also disturbed the peace in Dagestan, today the region is safe again for travellers.
Prices and booking?
Please go to our Self-Drive Tours for prices and booking.
When is the best weather for your visit?
Our climate is mediterranean, similar to Croatia or Italy.
Every time of the year has its own beauty.
You can travel almost all year round.
Our rental season starts February and March, the perfect time for fantastic panoramas of snow-topped Caucasus Mountains and to see some of our mighty waterfalls frozen into surreal sculptures.
April and May, nature is waking up. The whole country is covered in lavishly greens and a blooming carpet of flowers.
June, July and August are perfect beach weather when the Caspian Sea reaches 25°C.
During our long and mild autumn, September and October are excellent for travelling through wonderfully coloured landscapes.
November, the first snowfalls cover the tops of the high-up mountains. Panoramas and views are wonderful and you have all the famous places very much for yourselves.
December and January our business is closed
The latest news
Our last Dagestan tours
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Overcoming differences
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What our
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