Trekking in Tadschikistan

New profiles for our trekking routes are out now on the website. The heights of the trekking routes in Tajikistan are one of the main topics of the most frequently asked questions. Altitudes and elevation differences are the most important factor determining the difficulty of a trek. For that reason, it is important to give clear insight into the altitudes that can be expected. This is easy to achieve with the Google Elevation API, ChartJS and some basic Python scripting.

You can reach the Yaghnob Valley directly from the M34 highway. But why always take the easy road? The challenging alternative is to enter the Yaghnob Valley from the Ziddi Valley in the south. From the Ziddi Valley, there are several passes crossing the mountain ridge to the north. Most frequently used are the one at Leilakul and the somewhat easier Anzob Pass. May 2022 – we packed our bags to visit Yaghnob Valley starting from Ziddi. The traverse did not turn out to be as...

Trekking through the high mountains of Tajikistan is a unique and unforgettable adventure. Traversing the breathtaking landscapes is something any trekking adept needs to experience. At the same time, trekking in extreme conditions through touristically under-developed regions comes with particular challenges. Trails are not indicated, public transport to the mountains is lacking and accommodation options are limited. Traveling to the end of the world under such circumstances requires a...