Travellers visiting Kyrgyzstan need not be immunized, but they should have the latest Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. We suggest you seek advice from your local GP or travel specialist for the right immunisations and preventative measures.

Food and drinks

Kyrgyzstan’s cuisine is mostly based on rice and meat. But, there are other choices for salads and vegetable choices. You can sample local cuisines while you travel, often overlapping with those of other cultures.

The alcohol selection is restricted to vodka or beer. Anyone wanting to try something else – such as Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase it at no cost and bring it along. However, it is important to know that mixers, like tonic water, are extremely difficult to come across in Central Asia!

Cultural Sensitivity

There are many opportunities to interact with locals, each with their own distinct customs and customs. We ask you to pay respect and consideration towards locals. Your tour-leaders and guides will always be able give you advice accordingly.

One thing to note about visiting Central Asia is that most regions, especially the cities and towns have a much more laidback attitude to Islam than their neighbours to the south in Afghanistan as well as Pakistan. In areas such as Bishkek you’ll be amazed by the length of women’s skirts! However, it should also be remembered that it is technically a Muslim region , and therefore it is recommended that a bit of caution must be taken at certain locations. Both genders are allowed to wear T-shirts and shorts. However, when visiting mosques, women must cover their shoulders by wearing trousers or skirts. The males should avoid wearing shorts.

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

Russian Orthodoxy

Language & Religion

Kyrgyzstan is among two former Soviet Republics in Central Asia to retain Russian as an official language. Kyrgyzstan became an official bilingual state in the 1990’s, adding Kyrgyz to the official language. Due to Soviet policies, you can see ethnic Uzbeks or Tajiks in some areas of Kyrgyzstan.

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