How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in istanbul.

Get Connected

When you find a local who you want to take tips from or meet up with, click the connect button and start chatting with them.

Take Tips & Trips

Get the best tips and advice from locals, or plan a trip together, meet up, and let them show you around their town.
Malika
Malika
Connect with Malika to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Malika to know about the hidden gems of Katowice, Poland
Connect with Malika to explore Katowice, Poland together
Katowice, Poland
Katowice, a vibrant city in southern Poland known for its modern vibe, lively music scene, and ea...
Hülya
Hülya
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Connect with Hülya to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Hülya to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye
Connect with Hülya to explore Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye together
Istanbul, İstanbul, Tü...
Hey there! Welcome to Istanbul! 🌆 As an engineer who loves exploring cities, music, and yoga, I'm...
Rita
Rita
Connect with Rita to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Rita's home
Connect with Rita to know about the hidden gems of Urmia, West Azerbaijan Province, Iran
Connect with Rita to explore Urmia, West Azerbaijan Province, Iran together
Connect and lend Rita's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Rita's travel and outdoor equipment
Urmia, West Azerbaijan...
I'm in Iran urmia city
Yedidya
Yedidya
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Connect with Yedidya to know about the hidden gems of Jerusalem
Connect with Yedidya to explore Jerusalem together
Connect and use Yedidya's travel and outdoor equipment
Jerusalem
Hey there, welcome to Jerusalem! I'm a 35-year-old guy who loves exploring the great outdoors, di...
Knight
Knight
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Connect with Knight to know about the hidden gems of Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
here to make friends
Mohsen
Mohsen
Connect and stay in Mohsen's home
Rome
Ciao! I'm a local from Rome, Italy. I'd love to show you around the city and share all my favorit...
Natheer
Natheer
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Connect and stay in Natheer's home
Connect with Natheer to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Natheer to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Natheer's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Natheer's travel and outdoor equipment
Amman, Jordan
I will show you all you want in Jordan
Bassem
Bassem
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Connect with Bassem to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and lend Bassem's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Bassem's travel and outdoor equipment
Connect with Bassem to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
let's walk , drink , and explore Egypt
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What GAFFL Users Are Saying
Marie
Marie Arroseres
from France

"It’s really nice to have a platform like GAFFL with lots of travelers wanting to do the same as you, a real beautiful cultural exchange. You can meet people so easily and in a trustful way. We were four girls, from French, German and American backgrounds, without knowing each other from before. We spent an amazing week together, 2000km driving, camping on the way. We saw kangaroos, koalas, penguins and pelicans"

Saed
Saeed Alam
from Canada

“I have found GAFFL to be an amazing tool for finding similar minded travel partners to embark on an adventure. Through GAFFL, I had organized a trip to Mexico City last month and Quazi joined the trip from Victoria, BC. We spent 14 days of straight exploring, hiking, eating and drinking. Quite an amazing experience - all thanks to GAFFL!”

Scarlett
Scarlett Mansfield
from United Kingdom

"I accidentally scrolled across GAFFL and I'm so pleased I did. I met Amaia and immediately decided to road-trip together. We're spending 10 days together and it's great because we have so much in common. Couldn't have done it without GAFFL helping us find one another! It has honestly made NZ so much cheaper to explore as I get to split the costs with someone too​"

Why GAFFL is the Best Place to Meet Locals in Istanbul

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Istanbul. We have a 3-step verification process which includes social media, phone number, and valid government ID, so you can feel safe about meeting locals in Istanbul. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Istanbul together.