Travellers visiting Kyrgyzstan do not need to be vaccinated however they must have the most up-to-date Typhoid and Tetanus vaccines. We recommend you seek advice from your local GP or travel center for the right vaccinations and preventative therapies.
Drinks and food
Kyrgyzstan’s food is usually based on rice and meat. But, there are other choices for vegetables and salads. While traveling, you’ll have a chance to experience local dishes from the region that often cross-pollinate with the diverse cultures that have lived and migrated through the millennia.
The alcohol selection is limited to beer or vodka. Anyone who wants to sample other drinks – like Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase it at no cost and bring it with them. However, be advised that mixers, such as tonic water, can be extremely difficult to find in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
On our tours you will frequently meet local people Each with unique customs and traditions. You’re asked to pay respect and consideration towards locals. Your tour-leaders and guides are always able to advise you accordingly.
Central Asia has a laid relaxed style of Islam. This is the first thing to know when you travel there, especially in towns and cities. You’ll be shocked by how long the skirts of women are in cities like Bishkek! This is an Muslim region, so it’s essential to be careful in certain places. Both genders can wear shorts and T-shirts. When visiting mosques, women must cover their shoulders with pants or skirts. Men should stay away from wearing shorts.
80percent of the people are Islamic with just over 15% following
Russian Orthodoxy
Language and Religion
Kyrgyzstan was one of two former Soviet Republics located in Central Asia that retained Russian as their official language. Kyrgyzstan was made an official bilingual country in the 1990’sand was able to add Kyrgyz to its official language. Also, there are ethnic Uzbeks as well as Tajiks in certain areas of Kyrgyzstan because of the previous Soviet policy.
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