Travellers to Kyrgyzstan do not need to be vaccinated but they should carry the latest Tetanus and Typhoid vaccines. We recommend that you seek out guidance from your local GP or travel specialist regarding the appropriate vaccinations and preventative treatment.
Food and beverages
The cuisine in Kyrgyzstan tends to be based on rice and meat but the salads and vegetables that are available are diverse. You will be able to experience local cuisines when you travel and they often overlap with those of other cultures.
In the case of alcohol, the options are usually limited to vodka and beer, so those looking for something different, like Scotch or Gin for example – should buy it duty free and take it home. However, be advised that mixers, such as tonic water, are extremely difficult to come across in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
On our tours you will often meet local people all with their own unique traditions and customs. You are asked to pay respect and consideration towards locals. You can always rely on your tour guides or tour leaders to help you.
One thing to note about travelling through Central Asia is that most areas, particularly the cities and towns take a more relaxed approach to Islam as compared to their counterparts to the south of Afghanistan and Pakistan. You’ll be shocked by the length of skirts that women are in places like Bishkek! However, it should be noted that this is technically classified as a Muslim region , and therefore a little bit of caution is required at certain locations. Both genders are allowed to wear shorts and T-shirts. But, when going to mosques, women must cover their shoulders in trousers or skirts. Men should avoid wearing shorts.
With around 15% of the population embracing Islam, over 80% of the people are Islamic.
Russian Orthodoxy
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 dual-language country that added Kyrgyz as a second official language. Additionally, you will find ethnic Uzbeks as well as Tajiks in some parts of Kyrgyzstan because of previous Soviet policy.
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