How to Find Cheap Hotels in Afghanistan

Afghanistan is a country located between Asia and the Middle East and is considered a regional crossroads.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Passport
• Visa
• Computer with Internet access

Choose Your Lodging in Afghanistan

1. Find cheap accommodations near the ancient Minaret of Jam. Located in the Koh-e-Baba Valley, this 12th century archaeological site has three tapering shafts measuring 213 feet.

2. Stay in cheap accommodations on the Band-e-Haibat Lake in the Koh-e-Baba Valley. One of the five lakes of Band-e-Amir, this lake is known like its sisters for its unique colors caused by its high mineral content.

3. Hike from your cheap accommodations in Panjshir Valley all over the northern greenery of Afghanistan. Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy the Anjoman Pass found after the 100-mile valley stretch featuring breathtaking valley views.

4. Acquire cheap accommodations in one of the many hostels available in Afghanistan. The country used to be a popular hiking destination, so hostels are easy to find in the large cities like Kabul and Jalalabad.

5. Experience the capital of Afghanistan with cheap accommodations in Kabul. Realize travel to Kabul is dangerous, but it is visited by tourists each year.

6. Retreat to cheap accommodations in Mazar-i-sharif in the northern part of the country. Visit the Blue Mosque, the historic burial site of the Prophet Muhammad's cousin.

Organize Transportation in Afghanistan

7. Fly into Kabul International Airport. Book tickets to Afghanistan in advance to secure a seat because demand outweighs supply in Afghan air travel.

8. Travel from cheap accommodations in Kabul to other destinations in Afghanistan by air. Air travel in Afghanistan is a safe alternative to traveling on the ground without an armed escort.

Know Your Destination in Afghanistan

9. Obtain a visa from the Embassy of Afghanistan. Visas are valid for a 30-day stay in the country.

10. Register online with the U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan before your trip. Registration will link you to pertinent information for your trip, as well as help the Embassy aid you in case of an emergency.

11. To book accommodations in Afghanistan, call South Travels at 011-63-35-419-8329 or visit the link below.

Tips & Warnings

• Beware of finding accommodations in the south and east parts of Afghanistan. Tensions in the area have led to acts of violence against foreigners.
• Maintain a high level of security while visiting Afghanistan. Contact the U.S. State Department for security updates in the region.
• Beware of rocks painted red in Afghanistan. The rocks mark the presence of landmines in the area, and rocks marked half white indicate a safe crossing.