There aren’t any mandatory vaccinations required for visitors to Tajikistan however you must be up-to-date with Typhoid, Tetanus Polio and Hepatitis A. Malaria is prevalent in certain areas of Tajikistan and we advise you to seek advice from your doctor or travel specialist about the most appropriate vaccinations and preventative treatment.
Cultural Sensitivity
On our tours you will often meet local people who have their own distinct customs and practices. Therefore, we ask you to be courteous and show them respect. Your tour-leaders and guides will always be in a position to guide you in the right direction.
The first thing to note about travel in Central Asia is that most regions, especially the towns and cities, are much more relaxed attitude to Islam than their neighboring areas to the south of Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is an Muslim area , and it’s vital to be vigilant when visiting certain zones. T-shirts and long shorts are acceptable for males and females in the city, but if visiting any active mosques all visitors should wear pants that do not go below the knee, and tops that cover shoulders. A head scarf is also advised for females. While on this tour, we’ll be travelling in quite remote areas seldom frequented by tourists. Locals are modest when it comes to dressing, and it is expected that you’ll be more at ease wearing conservative clothes.
Language and Religion
The official language of Tajikistan is Tajik. Russian is still routinely used for business and communication.
The majority of people are followers of Sunni Islam. A small proportion of people are believers of Russian Orthodox, Catholicism and Buddhism.
Food and beverages
The food served on this tour is mostly on soups, meat and potatoes. In the remote and higher altitude areas vegetables are difficult to come by. However, there’s plenty of dried fruits and nuts you can enjoy.
For alcohol, your options are generally limited to vodka and beer so anyone wanting something different , like Scotch or Gin for instance – must buy it duty free and bring it out. It isn’t easy to find mixer drinks such as tonic water.
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