There are no obligatory immunisations for those traveling to Kyrgyzstan though you should be up-to-date on Typhoid Tetanus, Polio and Hepatitis A. It is recommended that you seek guidance from your local GP or travel clinic for the right immunisations and preventative measures.

Food and drinks

Kyrgyzstan’s food is primarily based on rice and meat. However, there are numerous other options for salads and vegetable choices. If you travel around, 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 moved around over the years.

The alcohol selection is restricted to vodka or beer. Anyone who wants to sample something else , such as Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase the alcohol duty-free and carry it with them. Mixers like tonic water are hard to come by in Central Asia.

Cultural Sensitivity

You will often interact with locals, each with their particular customs and practices. Therefore, we ask you to be kind and treat them with respect. You can always count on your tour-leaders or guides to assist you.

Central Asia has a laid low-key way of life Islam. It is the very first thing to be aware of when traveling to Central Asia especially in cities and towns. In some areas, like Bishkek you’ll be amazed by the length of women’s skirts! It is a Muslim zone, therefore it is essential to be careful in certain areas. Both genders can wear shorts and T-shirts. But, when going to mosques, women must cover their shoulders with trousers or skirts. Men should not wear shorts.

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

Russian Orthodoxy

Religion and Language

Kyrgyzstan is one of the two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia to retain Russian as their official language. In the early 90’s Kyrgyzstan was declared to be a dual-language country that added Kyrgyz as an additional official language. Due to Soviet policies, it is possible to see ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in certain parts of Kyrgyzstan.

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