There are no compulsory immunisations for travellers to Kyrgyzstan though you should have up-to date vaccinations for Typhoid Tetanus Polio and Hepatitis A. It is recommended that you seek guidance from your local GP or travel clinic on the proper vaccinations and preventative therapies.

Drinks and food

The food in Kyrgyzstan is usually centered on rice and meats although the vegetables and salads available are varied. It is possible to try local cuisines as you travel, and often overlap with the cuisines of other cultures.

The options for alcohol are restricted to vodka or beers. Anyone who wants to sample something different – like Scotch or Gin – should purchase the item duty-free and take it along. Mixers like tonic water are hard to come by in Central Asia.

Cultural Sensitivity

It is common to interact with the locals, all with their distinct customs and customs. Therefore, we ask you to be considerate and to show them respect. You can always count on your tour guide or tour leader to help you.

Central Asia has a laid back style of Islam. It is the very first thing you must know about traveling there particularly in towns and cities. You’ll be shocked by how long skirts of women are in cities like Bishkek! It is an Muslim zone, therefore it is important to be cautious in certain places. Both genders are allowed to wear shorts and T-shirts. But, when going to mosques women should cover their shoulders in trousers or skirts. The males should avoid wearing shorts.

A majority of the population are Islamic with just over 15% of them following

Russian Orthodox Church.

Language and Religion

Kyrgyzstan is one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia to retain Russian as their official language. The early 90’s saw Kyrgyzstan was declared to be a bilingual country adding Kyrgyz as a second official language. Because of Soviet policies, it is possible to encounter ethnic Uzbeks and Tajiks in some areas of Kyrgyzstan.

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