Respect
For the people, customs and places that welcome us.
Our story
A local perspective changes everything.
Afghanistan Trails is a locally led travel company dedicated to thoughtful, well-planned journeys across Afghanistan.
We combine practical planning with deep knowledge of the country’s regions, culture and communities. We do not simply show places; we help guests understand them.
Honesty
Clear guidance, realistic planning and open communication.
Connection
Meaningful encounters that benefit visitors and host communities.
The people behind the trails
Meet Our Local Team
Planners and guides who bring regional knowledge, care and human connection to every journey.
Malik Darya
Owner and operatorI’m Malik Darya, an Afghan tour guide, adventurer, and founder of <<Afghanistan Trails>>. Since 2018, I have been helping travelers discover Afghanistan through authentic, …
Malang Darya
Tour guideMalang Darya is an experienced Afghan mountaineer and professional trekking guide from the Wakhan Corridor in Badakhshan, with more than 15 years of experience …
Simah
Female Tour GuideMy name is Simah, and I am a local tour guide from Wakhan,Badakhshan, Afghanistan. I have had the opportunity to giude and welcome travelers …
Rashid Darya
Tour guideRashid Darya is a knowledgeable Afghan tour guide and local travel expert with a deep understanding of Afghanistan’s culture, history, traditions, mountains, and local …
Kamela Misbah
female tour guideKamela Misbah Tour Guide | Herat, Afghanistan My name is Kamela Misbah, and I am a professional tour guide based in Herat, Afghanistan, with …
Abdul Raziq Darya
Mountain guideAbdul Raziq Darya — Mountain Guide Abdul Raziq Darya is an experienced Afghan mountain guide with strong knowledge of the high mountains and remote …
Safdar Haidari
Tour guideSafdar — Afghan Tour Guide Safdar is an experienced Afghan tour guide passionate about sharing the beauty, history, culture, and traditions of Afghanistan with …
What travellers say
Shared after the journey.
“June 2026 four friends of mine and I set off on a fabulous trek into the deserted plains of northern Wakchan. We walked for 10 days from Wuzet to Sarhade Brighil through a wide deserted mountains and did not meet any other tourists. The path …”
“I had an amazing experience traveling with Abdul Malik Darya in Afghanistan. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and made our trip unforgettable. From the breathtaking landscapes to the rich culture, every moment was well-guided and insightful. Highly recommend him for anyone looking to explore Afghanistan …”
“Amazing Wakhan hiking tour with Malik from Faizabad to Sarhad full of local history and great safety measures Malik was with our group from Faizabad to Sarhad, and then for 12 days of hiking in the Wakhan. He was very personable, had lots of local …”
A journey made for you
Let’s design your Afghanistan story.
Tell our local team what interests you, when you hope to travel and how you like to explore.