Travellers who travel to Kyrgyzstan do not need to be vaccinated but they should carry the most up-to-date Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. It is recommended that you seek guidance from your local GP or travel clinic on the proper immunisations and preventative measures.

Drinks and food

The food in Kyrgyzstan is generally based around meat and rice although the vegetables and salads offered are varied. When you travel, you’ll have the chance to sample local cuisines of the region that are often a part of the diverse cultures that have lived and moved through the years.

For alcohol, options are generally limited to vodka or beer. Anyone looking for something different – Scotch , or Gin for instance – ought to buy it duty free and take it home. Mixers, such as tonic water, are extremely difficult to locate in Central Asia.

Cultural Sensitivity

While on our trips, you will often interact with locals, each with unique customs and practices. We ask you to be kind and treat them with respect. You can always rely on your guides or tour-leaders to assist you.

The first thing to mention about travelling in Central Asia is that most regions, especially the cities and towns take a more laid-back approach to Islam than their neighbors to the south in Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. In places such as Bishkek you’ll be shocked at the length of some women’s skirts! However, it should also be kept in mind that this is technically classified as a Muslim region , and therefore some caution should be applied at certain locations. Both sexes can wear shorts and T-shirts. However, when visiting mosques, women should cover their shoulders with pants or skirts. Men should stay away from wearing shorts.

The majority of people are Islamic with just over 15% following

Russian Orthodox Church.

Language and Religion

Kyrgyzstan is one of the two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia to retain Russian as their official language. In the 90’s Kyrgyzstan was declared to be a bilingual nation, adding Kyrgyz as an additional official language. Additionally, you will find ethnic Uzbeks as well as Tajiks in certain parts of Kyrgyzstan because of the previous Soviet policy.

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