How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in turkey.

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.
Burak
Burak
Connect with Burak to meet up for coffee or drink
İstanbul, Türkiye
I would like to help people explore.just text me when you came to İstanbul and we will meet
Okay
Okay
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Connect with Okay to meet up for coffee or drink
Istanbul
Hello, I am from Istanbul. My goal is to accompany you on our trip to Istanbul and improve my Eng...
Harry
Harry
Connect with Harry to meet up for coffee or drink
Adana
I am from Adana, but I work in Australia. Yeh weird I know 😃. So I have one foot in either countr...
CEYHUN
CEYHUN
Connect with CEYHUN to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in CEYHUN's home
Connect with CEYHUN to know about the hidden gems of Cappadocia
Connect with CEYHUN to explore Cappadocia together
Connect and lend CEYHUN's vehicle or get a ride
Cappadocia
I have visited 25 countries so I know how you are feeling during trip so I appreciate support you...
Adem
Adem
Connect with Adem to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Adem's home
Connect with Adem to explore Adapazari together
Adapazari
Travel see different cultures know each other
Kemal
Kemal
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Connect with Kemal to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Kemal's home
Connect with Kemal to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Kemal to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
Living in Istanbul, I’ve grown to love every corner of this chaotic yet beautiful city. From the ...
eva
eva
Connect with eva to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with eva to know about the hidden gems of Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye
Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye
Give advices about the local areas 
karem
karem
Connect with karem to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with karem to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
🌍 Istanbul… the city between two continents<br>Istanbul is not just a city, it’s an experience wh...
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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 Turkey

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Turkey. 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 Turkey. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Turkey together.