Central Asia
trekking in the gissar,
fann and pamir mountains
tajikistan
trip highligh­­­ts
Climb to the summit of Energiya Peak
Explore Zaroshkul, Kulen and Yashilkul
Lakes and lakeside camping
Ascend to the foothills of the famous
Pamir peaks of Marx and Engels
Spectacular panorama of Afghan Hindu Kush Mountains
Remote trekking in an exciting mountain range
Enjoy views of the Pamir Fann Mountains
Trip Duration33 days
Trip Code: TGT
GradeEntry level Mountaineering or Exploratory Treks
ActivitiesTrekking
Summary33 day trip, 4 nights hotel, 8 nights home stay,
1 night guest house, 19 nights camping
welcome to
World Expeditions
Thank you for your interest in our Trekking in the Gissar, Fann
and Pamir Mountains Tajikistan trip. At World Expeditions we are
passionate about our off the beaten track experiences as they
provide our travellers with the thrill of coming face to face with
untouched cultures as well as wilderness regions of great natural
beauty. We are committed to ensuring that our unique itineraries are
well researched, affordable and tailored for the enjoyment of small
groups or individuals ‑ philosophies that have been at our core since
1975 when we began operating adventure holidays. Our itineraries
will give you the very best travel experience, designed by people
with incredible local knowledge who share our vision of authentic
exchange and real exploration with a responsible tourism approach.
Whether you like your adventures to include trekking, touring,
cycling, mountaineering, kayaking or cruising World Expeditions can
make it happen for you. We hope you will join us for a life changing
experience!!
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why travel with World Expeditions?
When planning travel to a remote destination, many factors need to be
considered. Our extra attention to detail and seamless operations on
the ground ensure that you will have a memorable experience. Every trip
is accompanied by an experienced local leader, as well as support staff
that share a passion for the region, and a desire to share it with you.
We take every precaution to ensure smooth logistics. In most cases,
all internal transport, entrance fees, national park fees and transfers
are included in the cost of your trip. Most importantly, our adventures
always aim to benefit the local people we interact with, safeguard the
ecosystems we explore and contribute to the sustainability of travel in
the regions we experience.
trekking in the gissar, fann and
pamir mountains tajikistan
Challenge yourself on this remote Gissar, Fann and
Pamir Mountains trek in Tajikistan.
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Uzbekistan
Iskanderkul Lake
Dushanbe
Tajikistan
Khorog
trip cost
Joining Dushanbe:$6790
All prices are per person
options & supplements
Tent only single supplement:
$160
World Expeditions does not require single travellers
to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. We will
arrange for you to share accommodation with
another traveller of the same gender and if we can
not match you up we will provide a single room at
no extra charge. If you prefer not to share a single
supplement is payable to guarantee your own room.
The cost of the single supplement is listed above.
For Competitive aiurfares to Tashkent and stopover
ideas,contact our expert staff today to recieve a detailed quote.
the trip
This area is undeservedly forgotten and is rarely visited by outsiders. You will see the colourful
panorama of “Siama crown” ‑ representing four mountain peaks in one crown. You’ll descend
to the magnificent lake Iskanderkul and ascend on the other side to climb one of the most
picturesque peaks in Fann Mountains ‑ Energiya peak (5120 m). You will also witness the
“garden of stones” at the Zindon gorge to see the unique lake Bolshoe Allo that appeared
after the massive earthquake of 1912.
The second half of the trek will take place in the remote area of Pamir, untouched and left
alone. Here you will be able to observe the diverse size and colours of the lakes of Pamir:
Zaroshkul, Kulen and Yashilkul. We end this trek at the foothills of the famous Pamir peaks of
Marx and Engels to view the spectacular panorama of Afghan Hindu Kush Mountains.
at a glance
DAY 1ARRIVE IN DUSHANBE, TAJIKISTAN. TRANSFER TO HOTEL
DAY 2SIGHTSEEING IN DUSHANBE
DAY 3TRANSFER TO VARZO GORGE TO COMMENCE TREK
DAY 4FOLLOW THE SIAMA RIVER
DAY 5PASSAGE THROUGH THE CHETYREKH PASS
DAY 6ASCEND THROUGH ANGISHT PASS
DAY 7DESCEND TO ISKANDERKUL LAKE
DAY 8ALONG THE ARG CANYON
DAY 9OVER THE KAZNOK PASS
DAY 10TREK TO THE CHIMTARGA PASS
DAY 11SUMMIT THE ENERGIYA PEAK
DAY 12PASSAGE TO LAKE BOLSHOE ALLO
DAY 13DESCEND ALONG THE ZINDON GORGE
DAY 14TRANSFER FANN MOUNTAINS
DAY 15IN THE VILLAGE OF KALAYKHUMB
DAY 16TRANSFER TO KHOROG
DAY 17TREK THROUGH BACHOR
DAY 18HOT SPRINGS IN KAVCH
DAY 19TREK TO CHASHIN LAKE
DAY 20THE LAKES OF PAMIR
DAY 21TREK TO ZAURBEK PASTURE
DAY 22UP TO THE LANGAR LAKE
DAY 23ASCEND UNNAMED PEAK
DAY 24TREK FROM CHAPDARKUL LAKE
DAY 25YASHIKUL LAKE CROSSING
DAY 26WALK ALONG THE VARKHAN CANYON
DAY 27THE MOUNTAIN PANORAMA OF THE HINDU KUSH
DAY 28CANYON WALK TO VIEW THE KARL MARX AND FREIDRICH ENGELS MOUNTAIN
PEAKS
DAY 29TRANSFER TO ISHKASHIM VILLAGE
DAY 30GARM CHASHMA HOT SPRINGS
DAY 31TRANSFER KHOROG - KALAYKHUMB
DAY 32TRANSFER TO DUSHANBE
DAY 33TRANSFER TO AIRPORT, TRIP CONCLUDES
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trip dates
2017
2018
14Aug - 15Sep
13Aug - 14Sep
important notes
Note: - prices valid up to 31/12/2017. For trips departing
after this date, the price will likely increase subject to
local inflationary pressures on operational costs.
fast facts
Countries Visited:
Tajikistan
Visas:
Please check visa requirements with
your reservations consultant*
Vaccinations:
Please consult a travel vaccination
specialist for up to date information
Brochure Reference:
Asia
*Ask our staff for more information.
what’s included
32 breakfasts, 31 lunches, 31 dinners
Airport transfers on arrival and departure days
Accommodation in comfortable twin share rooms with breakfast in Dushanbe
Guesthouse and Homestay accommodations en route
Twin share tents on trek
All private transportation
English speaking local mountain guide
All park entrance fees and trekking permits
Camp cook and porters from 3rd to 13th day of trek
Pack animal support from 17th to 25th day of trek and then from 27th to 28th trek
days
All required permits
Medical kit
All group camping equipment
No local payments policy: Local cash payments are becoming increasingly popular with
many operators. The policy seems to benefit the tour operators, more than the local
economies or travellers, as it avoids local taxes and transfers the cost and risk of cash
handling to travellers. In accordance with our Responsible Travel practices.
detailed itinerary
DAY 1Arrive in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. Transfer to Hotel
Arrive at Dushanbe airport. The capital city of Tajikistan. You will be met at the airport and
transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax. This evening your guide will hold
a group briefing in the lobby before you head out to enjoy a welcome dinner.
Overnight: Hotel.
meals: D
DAY 2Sightseeing in Dushanbe
After breakfast we will embark on a city sightseeing tour which includes the Museum of Antiquity
of Tajikistan (including the 13 metre stature of Buddha), museum of musical instruments, visiting
Gissar fortress, botanical garden and Somoni square. Lunch and dinner will be at local restaurants.
Overnight Hotel
meals: B,L,D
DAY 3Transfer to Varzo Gorge to commence trek
This morning we will be transfer from Dushanbe to the north, to Varzob gorge (54 km, +900 m, 1 hr)
(1750m). Here we start our trekking, at the Siama gorge and make our way along the Siama river,
ascend to 2180 m, for our first night of camping. Sit back, relax and enjoy the sunset. (6 km, +430
m, 3-4 hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 4Follow the Siama River
After a hearty breakfast we pack up camp and continue our ascent along the Siama river, up to
Green glade at the footsteps of the Chetyrekh pass to the altitude of 3030 m. (11 km, +850m, 5-6
hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
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DAY 5Passage through the Chetyrekh Pass
responsible travel
The environments we travel through are
fragile. It is our responsibility as visitors
to minimise the impact of our presence.
World Expeditions were the proud recipients
of the inaugural Australian National Travel
Industry’s Environmental Achievement award
for our Responsible Travel Guidebook.
This detailed guide to responsible &
sustainable travel is provided to all World
Expeditions clients before they travel.
Please ask your consultant if you have
not received your copy of our award
winning book. Alternatively, you may like
to download a copy from our website
www.worldexpeditions.com
trip grading
Entry level Mountaineering
or Exploratory Treks
Participants should be competent and
self sufficient in the outdoors and have
experience in multi day trekking at
altitude. Prior experience on an entry
level mountaineering expedition is
highly recommended. The terrain will
involve low to moderate angle slopes.
Suggested preparation: For grade 8‑10
mountaineering expeditions you will need
to be very fit and healthy. A minimum of 1
hour of aerobic exercise per session, four
to five times a week is essential. Running
and cycling in hilly areas is particularly
beneficial as are multi day walks on the
weekends. This is the ideal time to try
out your boots and other gear to make
sure you are prepared and ready for
your expedition. If you are considering
Intermediate or advanced level trips, you
will need to discuss your preparation
leading up to the trip with our expert staff.
We begin today trekking through Chetyrekh pass (4060m). From here we descend to the Kadamtash
River. Tonight we camp at an altitude of 2750m. (14 km, +1030m, 6-7 hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 6Ascend through Angisht Pass
Today we ascend and make our passage through Angisht pass (4090 m). From here we descend to
the Angisht River and camp at 3420 m. (11 km, +1340m, 6-7 hrs, -670 m)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 7Descend to Iskanderkul Lake
Today we descend to Iskanderkul Lake and continue trekking along the southern shore. We ascend
to the Sarytag village (2400 m) and we will have dinner and overnight in a local homestay, treated to
some local food and hospitality readily offered by the people of Sarytag. (14 km, -1200 m/+200 m,
6-7 hrs)
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
DAY 8Along the Arg Canyon
Today we continue our trek, moving up along Arg Canyon. Tonight we will camp at the foot of Kaznok
Pass at 3000 m. (15 km, 6-7 hrs, +600 m)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 9Over the Kaznok Pass
This morning we ascend and make the passage over Kaznok Pass (4040 m). Continuing on, we
descend along the glacier to Mutnoe Lake at 3500 m. Our camp location tonight is along the shore
of the lake. (10 km, 6-7 hrs, +1040 m, -540 m)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 10Trek to the Chimtarga Pass
We will make our ascent from Mutnoe Lake to the slope of Chimtarga Pass. Tonight we camp at
4550 m, close to the pass. (6 km, 5-6 hrs, +1050 m)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 11Summit the Energiya Peak
We continue our ascent to Chimtarga Pass (4740 m). From the pass we commence our ascent
to one of the most beautiful five thousand metre peaks of the Fann Mountains - Energiya peak
(5120 m). Energiya Peak is the second category of climbing difficulty by Russian classification (the
maximum possible difficulty by that classification is six). The second part of the ascent will require
moving up the glacier in roped teams with crampons and ice axes. Following the climb, we will
descend backwards to Chimtarga Pass and further to Zindon gorge, down to 3800 m. (8 km, 6-7 hrs,
+570 m, -1320 m)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
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adventure travel
By its very nature adventure travel involves
an element of the unexpected. In remote
and developing countries do not expect
standards you are used to at home. Remote
areas are sometimes unpredictable and
itineraries may be altered. To get the most
out of your adventure it is important that
you are flexible, positive and eager to
take on all the challenges that arise. If you
are uncertain about your suitability for
this trip we recommend that you speak
with your consultant of travel agent.
important note
These trip notes represent the most
current information for this itinerary,
and may supersede any information in
the current brochure, including but not
limited to the itinerary and price.
DAY 12Passage to Lake Bolshoe Allo
After breakfast we make our way from Zindon Gorge to Lake Bolshoe Allo (3150 m). There is the
option to walk along Ahbasay Canyon up to Lake Verhnee Allo (3400 m) (7 km, 2 hrs, +/-250 m).
This evening we will camp along the shore of the Bolshoe Allo Lake. (15 km, 3-4 hrs, -650 m)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 13Descend along the Zindon Gorge
Today we continue our descent along the Zindon Gorge from Bolshoe Allo Lake, through Maloe Allo
Lake (2340 m). From here we make our way to Amshut River (1800 m). (15 km, 6-7 hrs, -1350 m)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 14Transfer Fann Mountains
Today we will be transferred from the Fann Mountains to Dushanbe (5-6 hrs, 280 km) where we will
have lunch. We will enjoy a rest and dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight Hotel
meals: B,L,D
DAY 15In the village of Kalaykhumb
Today we rest our legs again and transfer from Dushanbe through Kulyab to the village of
Kalaykhumb (370 km, 8-9 hrs, +350 m). This evening dinner and our overnight stay will be in a local
homestay (1200 m).
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
DAY 16Transfer to Khorog
This morning we will be transfered from Kalaykhumb-Khorog via the Rushan village. Lunch will be
at a road-side restaurant as we make our way to Khorog (2200 m). (230 km, 5 hours, +1000 m). We
will have an hour and a half to explore the bazaar. We depart Khorog and make our way to Bachor
Village via Gunt Canyon (120 km, 3 hrs, +930 m). Our dinner tonight is enjoyed in a local homestay
(3170 m).
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
DAY 17Trek through Bachor
Today we have an acclimatisation walk though Bachor. We will trek from Bachor to Kavch Spring
where we camp for the night (3600 m) (10 km, +430 m, 5-6 hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 18Hot springs in Kavch
Today is an acclimatisation day. We ascend to the hot hydrogen sulfide springs in Kavch (4200 m). If
you wish you can bathe in the hot springs (locals say it is natural healing water) and we will have a
picnic lunch. From here we descend to base camp (3600 m) (6 km, +/-600 m, 4-5 hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
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DAY 19Trek to Chashin Lake
Today we will trek from Kavch Spring to Chashin Lake. (10 km, +600 m, 6-7 hrs)
Overnight Camping (4200 m)
meals: B,L,D
DAY 20The lakes of Pamir
Today we will trek from Chasin Lake (4200 m) to Zaroshkkul Lake to Kulen Lake (4300 m). (16 km,
+318 m, -218 m, 6-7 hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 21Trek to Zaurbek pasture
Trekking from Kulen Lake to Zaurbek pasture (4100 m) and on to Yechkyl Lake (4300 m). (10 km, -200
m, +200 m, 5-6 hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 22Up to the Langar Lake
On today’s trek we journey Yechkyl Lake to the fork of Yechkyl-Langar Pass, before climbing up to
Langar Lake (4600 m) where we will camp for the night. (8 km, +300 m, 4-5 hrs)
Overnight Camp
meals: B,L,D
DAY 23Ascend unnamed peak
Early start, ascension to unnamed peak, 5600m, then descent to the Chapdarkul lake, 4529m. Dinner
and overnight in tents near Langar river - Upper Bachor pasture, 4260m. Outfitting of participants.
Climb on unnamed summit 5400 m. Wide panorama of Pamir mountains opens from the peak. Descent
down, passage over the Langar pass (4629 m.). Trekking along the Langar river to the Upper Bachor
pasture.
Trekking and climbing (10 km, 6-7 hrs, +1000m, -1340m)
meals: B,L,D
DAY 24Trek from Chapdarkul Lake
Trekking from Upper Bachor pasture down to Lower Bachor pasture (3630 m).
On this day group will have a long descent from Upper Bachor Pasture through wide valley of river
Chapdarkul through numerous herds of yaks, to pasture Lower Bachor located at the confluence of
Chapdarkul and Gunt.
Overnight in the tent camp, 3630m. 5 hours trek
meals: B,L,D
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DAY 25Yashikul lake crossing
Today our group will cross the Gunt River (delta), which is slightly below the dam of Yashilkul Lake.
There are three possible ways to get across the river, depending on the water level of the river delta at
the time we are trekking:
1. Low water level - it possible to cross unassisted
2. Medium water level - we will cross by vehicle (jeep)
3. High water level - we will cross by inflatable rubber boats
Once we complete our crossing of Yashilkul Lake we will depart for Bulunkul village (20 km, 1 hour).
Here we enjoy dinner and overnight at a homestay in Bulunkul village (3700 m). (8 km, -200 m, +300
m, -200 m, 4-5 hrs)
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
DAY 26Walk along the Varkhan Canyon
This morning we will be transferred from Bulunkul village to the Khargush Pass (4344 m) and walk
along the Varkhan Canyon, before driving to Langar village (150 km, 5-6 hrs). We will make our way
to our accommodation and have lunch at the guest house (2850 m) before some free time to visit the
village.
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
DAY 27The mountain panorama of the Hindu Kush
Today we will be able to view Peak Engels (6510 m), enjoy a picnic lunch and continue to a lovely
green glade at a height of 4000 m, where we will camp. At our camp site tonight we can admire the
peaks of Karl Marx, Engels and a wonderful panorama of the Afghan Hindu Kush mountains. (10 km,
+1200 m, 5-6 hrs)
Overnight Camping
meals: B,L,D
DAY 28Canyon walk to view the Karl Marx and Freidrich Engels mountain peaks
This morning we will walk up the canyon, to admire the peaks of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels (6-10
km, 3-4 hrs, +/-300 m). Here we will have lunch and descend to the village of Langar. (10 km, -1200
m, 4-5 hrs)
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
DAY 29Transfer to Ishkashim Village
Today we give our legs a rest and will be transferred from Langar Village to Yamg Village (2650 m). On
the way we will visit the Buddha statue, the museum of Sufi Muborak Kadam with its solar calendar.
Here we take stop for lunch before visiting the Yamchun Fortress and Bibi Dotima-Zukhro hot springs.
From here we are transferred to the village of Ishkashim, 2450 m (140 km, trip duration 6-7 hrs, -350
m).
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
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DAY 30Garm Chashma Hot Springs
Today we are transferred from Ishkashim to Khorog (100 km, 5-6 hrs). On the way we will visit the
Garm Chashma hot springs. Dinner and overnight will be at a guesthouse in Khorog (2200 m).
Overnight Guesthouse
meals: B,L,D
DAY 31Transfer Khorog - Kalaykhumb
Today we are transferred from Khorog to Kalaykhumb (230 km, 5 hrs, -1000 m), dinner and overnight
are at a homestay (1200 m).
Overnight Homestay
meals: B,L,D
DAY 32Transfer to Dushanbe
Today our journey takes us from Kalaykhumb to Kulyab to Dushanbe (370 km, 8-9 hrs, -1000 m).
Tonight we will celebrate our adventure with a farewell dinner.
Overnight Hotel
meals: B,L,D
DAY 33Transfer to airport, trip concludes
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport, where your trip concludes.
meals: B
This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond our control.
requirements for members
We expect all participants on this expedition to have prior experience trekking at altitude.
Mountaineering experience is preferred but not essential.
am i suitable for this trip?
A Challenging trip is more difficult than any other program we offer. Each of these expeditions
has an ambitious objective or goal that necessitates cooperation, contribution and a positive
spirit from every member for it to be successful and ultimately rewarding and enjoyable for all.
Being personally very fit and healthy will allow you to cope with the rigours of the trip through
all conditions right through to the finish, and being mentally ready to embrace the variety of
experiences involved is equally important. We strongly encourage intending participants to
talk and meet with us directly as early as possible to discuss your ideas and ensure you have
chosen the right trip for your level of experience and fitness.
physical fitness
For a challenging program physical fitness should be an ongoing thing, which should start from
a base at around 4 to 6 months prior to departure and increase to build maximum endurance,
stamina, flexibility and familiarity with the anticipated routine as much as possible by your
trip commencement. Three to five hard sessions of 40 to 60 minutes of physical exercise per
week such as running, hill walking, swimming, cycling or gym work will build excellent aerobic
capacity and overall endurance and stamina which are so important in trekking and climbing
at altitude. Overnight or multi day bushwalks ( on rough, loose and rocky terrain) should be
incorporated in your training regime also, this develops skill and confidence on difficult terrain
you will find on expedition. Rest and recovery, whilst at the same time steadily increasing your
routine and incorporating variety, are just as important parts of the process if you intend to
maintain and enjoy the regime for any duration. (We hope that it will become a ‘lifetime’ thing.)
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With a solid training regime comes a more relaxed disposition, more energy and usually better
walking and breathing technique, which ultimately leads to you having a great trip rather than
some kind of survival experience. Likewise overnight camping bushwalks encourage you to
become self‑actualised and self‑reliant, making the daily routine on trek, getting ready on time,
keeping clean, helping out and so on, much easier and less stressful. Plan early with us and
prepare yourself physically on a continuing basis right the way through, rather than putting it off
for periods.
dietary requirements
Provided we are advised in advance of your departure we are able to cater for vegetarian diets
and can assist with medically recommended diets (allergies and intolerances). Please ensure
you discuss your requirements with us well in advance (at least 1 month prior to your trip) to
determine whether we can cater to such dietary requirements on your chosen adventure. Please
note that options are likely to be limited in very remote locations or alternatives may be more
expensive or unavailable. There may be times when those with special requirements may need
to provide their own food. We are unable to guarantee a peanut‑free or allergen‑free trip, and
therefore, we strongly encourage that travellers with life‑threatening or severe allergies take
all necessary medical precautions to prepare for the possibility of exposure. Passengers must
travel with all necessary medications for food allergies and be capable of self‑administering
these medications.
accommodation on the trip
In cities or large towns you will be accommodated in 3 to 4 star, twin share properties that are
centrally located, atmospheric and reliable. We use quality guesthouses. They are not luxury
Inns but we make sure they offer you a truly authentic experience. Homestays are where a
local family will open their home providing a wonderful insight into the local culture on a multi
share basis. Enjoy our fully supported camping in quality two person tents erected in scenic
wilderness.
what you carry
In your daypack you will need to carry extra warm clothing (depending on the altitude, location
and weather), a rainjacket, water bottle, camera gear, valuables and personal items such as
sunscreen, lip‑eze etc. Porters and mules carry all group gear and your trek pack.
equipment required
Specialist gear required include walking boots and day pack (a comprehensive gear list is
provided in the pre‑departure information provided on booking).
acute mountain sickness
When we ascend above 2500 meters our bodies have to acclimatise to the decreasing amount
of the oxygen available. To allow our bodies to adjust we have structured our treks so that you
ascend slowly, allowing acclimatisation to occur. However, during the acclimatisation process,
you may experience some of the following symptoms.
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Disturbed sleep
• Loss of appetite/nausea
• Shortness of breath
• Cough
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• Palpitation
• Swelling of the hands and face
Individuals acclimatise at different rates. Your best strategy is to take your time and drink plenty
of water. These symptoms may not indicate the onset of A.M.S. and if you experience them it
does not necessarily mean that you should not continue. All our group leaders have extensive
first aid training and we urge you to communicate with the group leader at all times should you
believe you have any symptoms in order that we can effectively monitor your symptoms. The
only cure for Acute Mountain Sickness is to descend.
Please note that your group leader has ultimate responsibility and may ask you to descend if
symptoms persist.
vehicles & safety
During the course of your trip, we will use a variety of vehicles, all of which are fit for purpose
and the conditions encountered. It should be noted that laws governing transportation safety
may differ from those in your home country and on occasion some vehicles may not have
seat belts fitted. While game viewing within a national park could be one example, public bus
transfers or specialised transport such as ‘tuk‑tuk’s’ could be another. Where seat belts are not
provided we strongly recommend that you hold tight to a fixed part of the vehicle at all times.
what’s not included
Sleeping bags are not provided but can be hired locally
International airfares
Visas
Travel Insurance (Compulsory)
Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
Items of a personal nature such as laundry, phone calls, alcohol, etc
Tips and gratuities
visas
E‑Visas are required for Tajikistan for passport holders from the following countries:‑
Australia
New Zealand
Canada
United States
United Kingdom
The visa is applied for online at https://www.evisa.tj/index.evisa.html
You will be required to pay US$50 by visa card on this website. You are required to print and
carry with you this document, which you should show on arrival in Tajikistan. This document will
be the visa.
Visa regulations change and you should be prepared for this. If you are stopping over or
transiting other countries en‑route to your destination, you should also check the visa
requirements for that destination. It is your responsibility to obtain the necessary visas.
All other nationalities should check with your nearest embassy or consulate.
Please bear in mind that visas may be required for countries you are visiting en route or
transiting through on the way to your destination. It is important that you check the requirements
of all countries you will visit. Visa costs and requirements do change regularly so we suggest
you check with your travel agent or World Expeditions reservations consultant. It is your
responsibility to obtain all necessary visas.
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trekking in the gissar, fann and
pamir mountains tajikistan
Challenge yourself on this remote Gissar, Fann and
Pamir Mountains trek in Tajikistan.
info nights
World Expeditions invites you to attend our inspiring adventure travel slide shows. These special
evenings are designed to inform and entertain and are hosted by our most experienced and
passionate adventure travellers and mountaineers. Ask our staff for a slide show schedule or
register on our website ‑ www.worldexpeditions.com. Shows can fill early so it is important to
register your attendance so we know to save a seat, or two!
private groups
The adventures featured in our brochures, and on our website, are just a starting point for
many of our private group travellers. Working closely with our Groups Department we can
organise custom designed itineraries for groups of friends, clubs, charity’s, schools or even
work colleagues. Our team will assist you with all aspects of your private group adventure from
itinerary design to group flights. Contact our team today.
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opportunities, special promotions and adventure news, subscribe to our monthly enewsletter!
You can do this online through our website, www.worldexpeditions.com or contact our office.
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trip availability
If this trip seems right for you then we encourage you to call us now to check availability as we
operate strictly small group adventures. Many of our adventures require us to secure services
on your behalf; such as permits, hotels and flights to name but a few. The demand for these
services is increasing each year making it difficult to join a trip last minute. To ensure we can
assist you onto your adventure of a lifetime we ask that you check your trip availability with our
team at your earliest convenience.
how to book
To book a World Expeditions trip, you will need to complete a booking form which is found at
the back of our brochure or can be downloaded from our website www.worldexpeditions.com.
On completion, fax or post the form to your nearest World Expeditions office along with your
non‑refundable deposit. World Expeditions has access to competitive airfares to Morocco.
Call your nearest World Expeditions office or travel agent for assistance with your travel
arrangements including flights, travel insurance and additional accommodation.
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