Travel Vaccinations for Turkmenistan

The table below provides a general guide as to the Travel Vaccinations that may be advised to you for travel to Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan in Central Asia is interesting because part of it is coastal, on the Caspian sea and a large part of it is desert, namely the Karakum Desert. It is a wealthy country for this region of Central Asia with gas and oil being explored here. However, getting a visa to visit is notoriously difficult so make allowances for a long and difficult process and an extended wait before booking any flights.

If you are lucky enough to get in, take a look at the pilgrim shrines, the Karakum Desert or the Yangykala Canyon. Also pay a visit to the Garlyk caves or the underground lake at Kow Ata. There is lots to see here so take your time.

There is No Risk of Malaria in Turkmenistan

There is No Risk of Yellow Fever in Turkmenistan

Keep up-to-date with the latest travel advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) before travelling.

Advice for Travellers to all Destinations

The Vaccinations and Medications that are needed for travel vary from person-to-person. Everyone should have a personal risk assessment with a travel health professional to take into account a range of factors such as itinerary, medical condition, occupational and lifestyle risk factors and previous vaccination history.

All Travellers

All Travellers should ensure that they are up-to-date with Routine Vaccinations including Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio and Measles, Mumps and Rubella.

Most Travellers

Most travellers will also need to consider a course or booster of Hepatitis A and Typhoid as there is a risk of these diseases across most parts of the world.

Some Travellers

Some Travellers may also be advised additional vaccinations such as Rabies, Japanese Encephalitis and Hepatitis B based on their individual risk assessment.

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Further Travel Health Advice for Turkmenistan

There are its elevation points higher than 2500 in Turkmenistan, depending on where you go. This could pose an altitude sickness threat. You can obtain altitude sickness medication and practice appropriate acclimatisation and gradual ascents to counter altitude sickness. Don’t forget, its not just your climbing altitude but your sleeping altitude as well that must be considered. Our travel nurse will be able to discuss these with you and offer you the relevant advice for your trip to Turkmenistan.

Due to the fact that a large part of Turkmenistan is part of a dessert, its warm here. Please take adequate sun protection and practice safe sun tactics. Some parts of the country in the winter are extremely cold so.do check the weather for the period you are travelling, as you will need to pack adequately and take reasonable precautions.

Tap water is not considered safe in Turkmenistan so stick to the bottled stuff. Don’t forget to also be mindful of foods washed in water and of ice cubes and as an extra precaution take some water purifying tablets or a water purification system with you on your trip.

Plov makes n appearance here as in other parts of Central Asia. Dinner normally starts with a soup. This part of the world makes some decent vodka and a smashing cup of the if you’re not partial to the alcoholic stuff – and if you can find it, try the sturgeon. Yum!

Lots of different infections can be spread through insect and animal bites, including rabies. Rabies advice is listed above. Best to err on the side of caution and not pet animals you don’t know.

Make sure you have health insurance in place that will cover the full range of activities you plan to undertake while in Turkmenistan.

This is a very tightly controlled state and you will not be treated kindly if you criticise it, its people, its government or its president. In fact, try not to discuss politics here at all. Make sure to always carry your passport and related visa with you at all times – and keep a colour copy to hand as well. The police here are not always considered trustworthy and there is also a curfew in place, so be aware.