Darvaza Gas Crater

About

A fiery desert crater burning for decades, known as the door to hell.

Why go

• Feels like stepping onto another planet
• Surreal and powerful reminder of nature’s raw energy
• Glowing under the vast desert sky

Must try

• Visit the Darvaza Gas Crater
• See the crater at night

Pro tips

• Visit soon as flames are diminishing
• Requires a guide to enter
• Overnight tours available
• 4-Hour drive from Ashgabat

Good to know

• Flames are diminishing
• Dangerous and surreal

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Rating

4.3 / 5 (491 reviews)

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