Travellers to Kyrgyzstan do not need to be vaccinated however they must have the most recent Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. It is advised to talk to your local GP for advice on most effective immunisations and preventative treatments.

Food and beverages

Kyrgyzstan’s food is primarily based on meat and rice. However, there are other choices in terms of salads and vegetables. While traveling, you’ll have the chance to sample local dishes from the region which are usually a blend of the diverse cultures that have lived and changed over the centuries.

The alcohol selection is only vodka or beer. Anyone looking to experiment with something different – like Scotch or Gin should buy it duty-free and bring it with them. But, take note that mixers, which include tonic water, are extremely difficult to locate in Central Asia!

Cultural Sensitivity

On our excursions, you’ll often interact with locals who have their own distinct traditions and customs. We therefore request that you be courteous and treat them with respect. Your guides and tour leaders are always able to give you advice accordingly.

The first thing to say about travelling in Central Asia is that most areas, including the cities and towns have a more relaxed view of Islam than their neighboring areas to the south in Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. In areas like Bishkek you won’t believe the length of some women’s skirts! It’s a Muslim zone, therefore it is important to be cautious in certain places. Both genders are allowed to wear T-shirts and shorts. However, when visiting mosques, women should cover up their shoulders in trousers or skirts. Men should stay away from wearing shorts.

With only a little over 15% of the population following Islam, more than 80% of the population is Islamic.

Russian Orthodoxia.

Religion and Language

Kyrgyzstan is among the two former Soviet Republics in Central Asia to retain Russian as an official language. Kyrgyzstan became an official bilingual country in the 1990’s, adding Kyrgyz to the official language. Also, there are ethnic Uzbeks and Tajiks in certain parts of Kyrgyzstan because of previous Soviet policy.

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