Tourists visiting Tajikistan are not required to be immunized, but they must have the most recent in Typhoid and Tetanus and Polio, Hepatitis A and Polio. Malaria is also able to be seen in Tajikistan therefore it’s recommended to speak with your local GP for recommendations on vaccinations.
Cultural Sensitivity
You will often interact with localswho have their own particular customs and practices. We therefore request that you be considerate and to treat them with respect. You can always count on your tour-leaders or guides to help you.
It is first important to know that Central Asia has a more relaxed attitude to Islam than its neighbors in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Central Asia is a Muslim area so it is important to be cautious in certain areas. T-shirts and shorts that are long are acceptable for males and females in the cities, but if visiting any active mosques everyone should wear trousers that are below the knee, and tops that cover shoulders. The use of a head scarf is suggested for women. The tour takes us to remote places that are not usually frequented by tourists. Locals wear modest clothing, therefore it is probable that you will feel more comfortable in conservative clothing.
Language & Religion
Tajik is the official dialect of Tajikistan. Russian is still widely used for business and communication.
The majority of the people adhere to Sunni Islam, with the minority of them following Russian Orthodox, Catholicism, Buddhism and Judaism.
Food and drink
The tour is focused on soups and other meats. In the remote and higher altitude places vegetables can be difficult to come by. There are plenty of dried fruit and nuts to sample.
The choices for alcohol are limited to beer and vodka. Anyone who wants to experiment with something different, such as Scotch or Gin is advised to purchase the alcohol duty-free and bring it along. Mixer drinks like tonic waters can be difficult to locate, however.
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