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1. Trekking in Fann Mountains, Tajikistan

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3. Great Silk Road in Tajikistan: Northern, 4 days

4. Eastern Legends II, 8 days

5. Wakhan Valley tour, 7 day

6. Great Silk Way: Southern, 9 days

7. Fann Mountains, trekking, 10 days

8. Eastern Legends, Sarazm-Sarez, 12 days

9. 4 Days Private Trekking Adventure in Fann Mountains

10. One-Day Trekking to Gusgarf Waterfall

11. Shirkent Park, Dinosaur Tracking, One-Day tour

12. Seven Lakes, private Two-Day Trekking

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Hiking & camping tours in dushanbe.

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• 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
• Nature & Wildlife Tours
• Climbing Tours
• Up to 1 hour
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• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Bunyod-Tour LLC
• Mausoleum of Mir Said Ali Khamadoni
• Proto-urban site of Sarazm
• Fann Mountains
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Trekking in Fann Mountains, Tajikistan

2. CHILDUKHTARON - miraculous mountain, One-day tour

3. Great Silk Road in Tajikistan: Northern, 4 days

4. Eastern Legends II, 8 days

5. Wakhan Valley tour, 7 day

6. Great Silk Way: Southern, 9 days

7. Fann Mountains, trekking, 10 days

8. Eastern Legends, Sarazm-Sarez, 12 days

9. 4 Days Private Trekking Adventure in Fann Mountains

10. One-Day Trekking to Gusgarf Waterfall

11. Shirkent Park, Dinosaur Tracking, One-Day tour

12. Seven Lakes, private Two-Day Trekking

13. Great Silk Road in Tajikistan: Eastern, 7 days

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• Eastern Legends II, 8 days
• Great Silk Road in Tajikistan: Eastern, 7 days
• One-Day Trekking to Gusgarf Waterfall
• Seven Lakes, private Two-Day Trekking
• Visit Alay - Tajikistan tours
• Roof of the World Travel
• Fan Mountain Travel
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Updated November 2023, 10 Things To Do In Dushanbe + Dushanbe Travel Guide was originally written in May 2018

Between the world’s  most epic road trip  and hiking around one of the  best trekking destinations you’ve probably never heard of , Dushanbe is a welcoming oasis to relax with modern comforts. I’ve now spent a bit of time in Dushanbe between different trips crisscrossing Tajikistan’s wild mountains and to be totally honest, I love my time in the city. It’s a fascinating mix of Soviet-era meets modern, while still remaining uniquely Tajik. 

Dushanbe was nothing more than a small village named after its popular Monday Bazaar (Dushanbe translates out to Monday in Tajik) until 1929 when under the USSR Dushanbe was named the capital of the Tajik Soviet Socialist Republic and Dushanbe began to develop at a rapid pace. As the USSR fell in 1990, Dushanbe became the center of riots that would eventually lead to the country devolving into the Tajikistan Civil War.

But by 2002 much of the fighting had ended. The dark days are over, the dust has settled and Dushanbe is a leafy, calm oasis. 

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Quick Dushanbe Facts

• Dushanbe is the capital and largest city in Tajikistan.
• Dushanbe means ‘ Monday ‘ in Tajik.
• The currency used in the city (as well as all of Tajikistan) is the Tajik Somoni ( TJS ). Its current exchange rate as of  November 2023  is  $1 USD = 10.96 TJS .
• Archaeological artifacts dating back to the 5th century BC have been found around Dushanbe, suggesting it was a small village from the 5th century BC to the 20th century AD.
• Dushanbe was called Stalinabad from 1929 until the 1950s.

Wanna join an epic trek in the Fann Mountains or a Journey along the Pamir Highway?

I will be leading a 12 day trek that takes in the best of Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains again this summer, followed by a 12 day trip down the Pamir Highway. The  Fann Mountains Trek  will take place June 12-23, 2024 and the  Pamir Highway Expedition  will be from June 25-July 6, 2024, with the option to combo both into a 25 day  Tajikistan Expedition .

The Best Things To Do In Dushanbe

Dushanbe doesn’t have any wildly exciting attractions, which is why I love visiting the city. Just boring enough to be relaxing, but just bustling and exciting enough to keep you entertained. I recommend picking up a copy of Bradt’s Tajikistan guidebook to help you plan your time in Dushanbe and beyond.

Relax in Rudaki Park

With flower gardens, several monuments, and water fountains galore, Rudaki Park is a nice place to hang out and watch Tajik people as they carry on about their days. It’s also a great place to meet locals. There are several statues and monuments in and just outside of the park, including:

Ismoil Somoni Statue

One of the most iconic statues in Dushanbe that celebrates Ismoil Somoni, the man whom the currency is named after. Ismoil Somoni was the founder of the Samanid Dynasty in the 10th century.

Rudaki Statue

Rudaki is regarded to be the first literary genius of the modern Persian language. He was born in the Tajik village of Rudak ( now Panjrud ). His statue sits at the edge of a pond in the heart of Rudaki Park under an arch of colorful tiled stars.

A white marble pillar with the emblem of Tajikistan crowned atop, built to celebrate Tajikistan’s independence.

Get A Tour Of Mevlana Yakub Charki Mosque

Walk up to Mevlana Yakub Charki Mosque and you will more than likely be greeted by someone working around the grounds who will give you an informative tour of the mosque. Just make sure you are dressed appropriately (full-length skirt or trousers, arms covered, and a head scarf for women). Non-Muslims are welcome, except of course during prayer times and on Fridays.

Plan the perfect two ‘stan adventure with my two week Uzbekistan & Tajikistan itinerary

Look Up At The World’s Second Tallest Flagpole

Bayrak is the local name of the flagpole. Standing at 165 meters it is the second tallest flagpole in the world. It was built to commemorate 20 years of Tajik independence. Located just outside the main Rudaki Park on a pond with the National Library and Palace of Nations nearby.

Appreciate The Architecture At Kokhi Nowruz

World’s biggest teahouse turned museum of handicrafts next to the  Hyatt Regency Dushanbe  and Park Molodezhi. The complex is grandiose, with designs that include the work of craftsmen from all over Tajikistan. It also includes an art gallery, movie theater, nightclub, chaikhana (teahouse), and a bowling alley.

Race ATVs, Lay On The Beach & Be A Kid At Park Molodezhi

Park Molodzhi includes lake Komsomol, the lake that  Hyatt Regency Dushanbe  and Kokhi Nowruz are on, a beach, and a carnival. If you enjoy old Soviet-era carnivals the carnival on the east shore of the lake will be of interest. You can also rent ATVs on the brick path along the lake and race up and down it with others… so what I’m saying is be aware so you don’t get smoked on the walkway by a four-wheeler.

Catch A Concert At Ayni Ballet & Theatre

Often hosts inexpensive concerts and shows that different companies and even some embassies will put on. The Soviet architecture inside warrants a stop.

Watch Sunset From Victory Park

Victory Park is located on the east side of Dushanbe up a hill. The Soviet Memorial to WWII is in Victory Park, along with a restaurant open in summers. From the park, you’ll have great views of the city.

Escape To The Oasis Of The Botanical Garden

If you’re visiting in the summer or during the tulip season the Gardens can be worth the 2 TJS entrance fee. It is wot noting that the botanical gardens are often described as largely underwhelming and that the flower displays around Rudaki Park are more impressive.

Nerd Out On Tajik History & Culture

Just like many other cities around the world, Dushanbe hosts a few museums to Tajik history and culture.

National Museum of Tajikistan

If you’re looking for some insight into Tajik history and enjoy archeological exhibits this is a good place to visit. The museum does house an extensive number of pieces that will keep most visitors attention for at least a couple of hours or more depending on your level of interest. The National Museum boasts a room with fancy gifts given to the president, many photos of him doing various things and meeting world leaders, and even some questionable taxidermy in addition to all the historical and archeological displays.

Entry is 35 TJS for foreigners, 10 TJS additional to take photos.

National Museum Of Antiquities Of Tajikistan  

A good collection of archeological artifacts from around Tajikistan. This museum houses several of the original pieces that you’ll find copies of on display at the National Museum. The most impressive item though is the original (and largest intact in all of Central Asia) 13 meter Reclining Buddha from Ajina-Teppe that was cracked into 94 pieces and reassembled on the second floor of the museum.

Entry is 30 TJS for foreigners.

Gurminj Museum

This museum houses a collection of musical instruments from all over the Central Asian region, some of which are over 500 years old. Often times you’ll find local musicians playing and practicing here. It can be hard to find as it is unmarked.

On the time of my most recent visit, several of Tajikistan’s best Pamiri artists happened to pop in and put on a show, which also included a spread of snacks and later a dinner out in Varzob.

Entry is 10 TJS for foreigners.

Shop Around

There are several bazaars around Dushanbe and even a western-style mall.

Shop Like A Local At Mehrgon Bazaar

Sprawling Mehrgon Bazaar, just a little north of the center of Dushanbe is the biggest bazaar in the city. Once upon a time, the Green Bazaar was once where all the action was at, but in 2018 it was closed. This is the best place in the city to shop for cheap fruits and vegetables, housewares, and really just about anything.

Dushanbe Mall

If you’re looking for a western-style shopping mall, this is the place to head. It’s not huge and doesn’t have too many shops in it. If you’re looking for a large western-style supermarket there is one downstairs that can be helpful for those needing to stock up on items hard to find elsewhere in Tajikistan. There is also a food court upstairs.

Korvon Bazaar

Korvon Bazaar is the place to head to pick up Tajik fabric for cheap to have your own Tajik dress made. It also has a huge clothing market. Take  marshrutka #33  that departs near Sadbarg to reach here as Korvon Bazaar is a few kilometers south of the city.

Vadanosos (Varzob) Bazaar

Varzob Bazaar is located on the north end of the city, a few blocks up from the Botanical Gardens. It’s another great place to grab cheap fruits, vegetables and other food to cook yourself, especially for those staying in guesthouses on this side of Dushanbe. This is also the place to grab shared taxis headed for Varzob and Takob.

Munisa Mall

Located just a couple blocks west of Rudaki on Niyazi Street, the Munisa Mall doesn’t have much in way of interest for most foreigners, but in the basement, you’ll find an outdoor gear shop that carries some items that you may need if you left them home (or in my case had them stolen).

Where to Eat in Dushanbe

Dushanbe is the best place in the country for international cuisine for those looking for a much-needed break from Central Asian dishes. But not to worry if you’ve just arrived to Central Asia, there are plenty of chances to try out Tajik and Central Asian dishes such as kurutob, osh (plov), samsa, and shorbo.

Check my  Dushanbe Restaurants Guide  for the city’s best dining options

Offering up Mexican, Italian, and even a few Ecuadorian dishes Salsa is a favorite of mine in Dushanbe.

Kurutob Olim

Hands down the best place in Dushanbe to grab the uniquely Tajik dish Kurutob.

Bella Pizza

One of the best pizzas you’ll get in Dushanbe, and the staff is very friendly.

Oshkhonai Dushanbe

Decent, inexpensive Tajik dishes in a more authentic chaikhana style. You will need to be able to order in Russian or Tajik (or not be afraid to point at things, mime, and be laughed at ). The staff is friendly even if you’re struggling with using your newer-gained language skills.

Where to Sleep in Dushanbe

Budget accommodations are popping up more and more in Dushanbe with a handful of hostels with cheap dorms and even allowing you to pitch a tent in the yard. Then, of course, there’s the Soviet-era relics that don’t appear to have been upgraded much at all since the late ’80s, and then onto more lux and modern accommodations

Hello Hostel Dushanbe

Hello Hostel Dushanbe  is located in a quiet neighborhood just a short walk from Ayni Street and Rudaki Avenue in the southeast of Dushanbe. The staff is very friendly and helpful, one of the brothers that run it speaks good English for those non-Russian/Tajik speakers. Has less of a backpacker feel than Greenhouse and Yeti Hostels.

Airport pickups can be arranged, however, the hostel is located fairly close to the airport. Hello Hostel is my personal favorite accommodation in Dushanbe.

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Greenhouse Hostel

Greenhouse Hostel  is located in the same neighborhood as Hello Hostel Dushanbe and Yeti Hostel, in the southeast of Dushanbe. The staff is kind and helpful. For those who have arrived and need to buy gas canisters for camp stoves Greenhouse usually has them for sale, just walk in the front door during the day and ask.

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Rohat Hotel

Rohat Hotel  is a decent midrange option. Reviews claim that the hotel is clean with friendly staff. Located just across the street from Ayni Ballet & Theatre.

Atlas B&B Hotel

Atlas B&B  is a more upscale option to the hostels and guesthouses in Dushanbe. Has a nice courtyard and recently renovated rooms. Located in southeast Dushanbe, not far from the airport.

Hilton Dushanbe Hotel

The  Hilton  is located in southeast Dushanbe on Ayni Street. Of course, you can expect western-style amenities and even indoor and outdoor swimming pools here. This was the Sheraton for many years and in summer 2019 it was changed to a Hilton, then an H by Hilton… I’m not sure which it actually is, though it doesn’t really matter (it seemed to be undergoing an identity crisis during my two months in Tajikistan in 2019).

Dushanbe Serena Hotel

The  Serena Hotel  is located on the south end of Rudaki Avenue. You can expect top-notch Tajik treatment here with a rooftop pool, spa and wellness center.

Hyatt Regency Dushanbe

The  Hyatt Regency  is where to find 5-star luxury in Dushanbe. Centrally located on Lake Komsomol with views of the ornate Kokhi Navruz and a short walk to Rudaki Park. Includes both outdoor and indoor swimming pools.

Need a GBAO Permit?

If you’ve come to Tajikistan with the visa on arrival program or just neglected to get your GBAO when applying for the e-visa, it is possible to pick up your GBAO permit at the OVIR office located at Mirzo Turzunzade Street 5. In September 2021 it took about 20 minutes to issue (bring your passport and visa!) and cost 20 TJS.

Getting Around Dushanbe

Dushanbe is a fairly walkable city, especially around the city center. However for those wanting a break off their feet, or planning to head longer distances there is a network of buses, marshrutka, and taxis around the city.

Marshrutka & Buses

You can zip around much of Dushanbe by marshrutka or by bus. Public buses charge 1 TJS per hop, but forget getting on a bus unless you want to figure out how to purchase fares at one of those orange-and-blue machines that you use your Tajik SIM card to pay with. Marshrutkas cost 1 TJS for short trips and 2 TJS for longer trips across the city or to the outskirts. 

Note that marshrutka and public bus numbers run loosely on the same routes.

Bus #1 and #3  make trips up and down Rudaki Avenue (if you can manage to buy fare credits).  Marshrutka #8  runs between Zarnisor Bazaar and Somoni Avenue and eventually onto the Badashanskaya Avtostansiya.  Marshrutka #33  runs from the Dushanbe Airport to Sadbarg and onto Korvon Bazaar. 

Marshrutka #25  runs from the University of Central Asia, stopping at Dushanbe Mall, across Rudaki Avenue to eventually end at Zaravashan and Zarnisor Bazaar in the west. 

Many marshrutka routes go to Mehrgon Bazaar in the far north of the city, I noted  Marshrutka #1, #2, #3, #12, #25, and #44  went there, but more do make the trip. If in doubt stick your head in the marshrutka and say the name of your intended destination and they’ll say da or nyet.

If wanting to travel by private taxi expect to pay around 10-25 TJS for most rides around the city. Taxis with ‘3333’ and ‘7000’ written on the doors are reputable and use an app to calculate fares.

Top Things to do in Dushanbe: Day Trips

For those headed to Tajikistan on a short trip and want to base from Dushanbe and explore nearby sites in the country while being able to return to the creature comforts of the city there are plenty of options for you.

Varzob Gorge

The Varzob Gorge area is beautiful with views of the nearby Gissar Mountain Range. Not far is the Gusgarf Waterfall, which makes a trip to both a good combination on a day trip. To reach Varzob, grab a shared taxi ( 4 TJS ) from Vadonasos ( Varzob ) Bazaar on the north end of Rudaki.

Guzgarf Falls

Gusgarf Falls is a beautiful 30 meter waterfall near the village of Gusgarf. To reach the falls the cheapest and easiest route would be to take a shared taxi bound for Varzob (4 TJS) from Vadonasos (Varzob) Bazaar on the north end of Rudaki and asked to be dropped off at the turn off for Gusgarf Village.

From the drop-off point, it’s roughly an 11 km trek roundtrip, back to the main highway. You should be able to flag down a passing shared taxi bound for Dushanbe to hitch a return to the city.

Takob/Safed Dara Valley

Just a little north of Varzob, 36 km north of Dushanbe is the turn-off for the Safed Dara Ski Resort (formerly Takob). You usually can get a shared taxi to Takob from Vadonasos (Varzob) Bazaar in Dushanbe for 6 TJS.

In wintertime, you can come here for skiing but in summers it offers some great trekking. This is another good spot in which you could do an overnight trip or more.

Take a hike:  The 10 best treks in Tajikistan

Qurgonteppa

Qurgonteppa (which can be spelled a variety of different ways in Latin script, and was recently renamed Bokhtar), is a city in southwestern Tajikistan that can be reached by Asian Express Buses from the main bus station for 15 TJS.

Shared taxis are the same price and depart from the Vaghzal Qurgonteppa, south of the city center, across from the Sakhovat Bazaar (you can grab a marshrutka bound for Sakhovat Bazaar and walk across to the Vaghzal). Shared taxis go for about 15 TJS per seat as well.

Things to see in Qurgonteppa include the Chiluchor Sacred Spring, the Ajina-Teppa Buddhist Monastery, Childukharton Valley, and the Mausoleum & Museum of Bibikhonum.

Hulbuk Fortress is a reconstructed 11th-century palace in the village of Pingan about 28 km before you reach Kulob from Dushanbe.

Grab an Asian Express Bus from the main bus station in Dushanbe bound for Kulob for 35 TJS (leaving at 7:30 am and 9 am). Or head to Badakhsnskaya Avtostansiya and get on a Kalaikhumb/Khorog bound shared taxi for 50 TJS and asked to be dropped off at Pingan as they will pass the town. Arrive early as most of the shared taxis headed this direction depart before 9 am.

Iskanderkul

Iskanderkul is really pushing the boundaries for a day trip, but for those determined to visit the lake and spend a little time taking in nature around it, it’s possible in a long day.

In order to visit Iskanderkul as a day trip, it will be best to charter a taxi with a group of other travelers. Iskanderkul and nearby Sarytag make for a great overnight trip, as well as offering several hiking options further afield into the  Fann Mountains .

If you want to reach Iskanderkul by shared taxi it is possible by getting a shared taxi north to Sarvoda and then from Sarvoda waiting for a shared taxi to fill to the village of Sarytag, just before the massive lake. Read more about everything to do and see in Iskanderkul and Sarytag  here .

Plan your stay:  The Iskanderkul & Sarytag Guide

Dushanbe Taxi Stands

Here are a few of the taxi stations located around Dushanbe to catch shared taxis to different cities and towns in the country.

Badakshanskaya Avtostansiya

Located near the Hilton (formerly Sheraton) Hotel.

Most will arrive here between 5 am and 8 am to catch shared taxis bound for the  Pamir Highway  to Qala i Khumb and  Khorog . The trip to Khorog is usually around 14-16 hours in length, which is why if you have the time it’s recommended to spend a night in Kalaikhumb and then continue onto Khorog the next day.

A shared taxi from Dushanbe to Khorog should cost no more than 350 TJS. There is a small chaikhana that opens around 5 am in the avtostansiya where you can get some chai and simple Tajik breakfasts while you wait on your shared taxi to fill up.

Cementzavod

Shared taxis headed north to Sarvoda, Ayni,  Panjakent ,  Istaravshan , and  Khujand  depart from a taxi stand near the Cement Factory just north of Dushanbe. Shared taxis bound for Panjakent as well as those bound for Khujand should cost around 120-150 TJS per seat.

Zarnisor Bazaar

For shared taxis and marshrutka bound for  Hisor  head to Zarnisor Bazaar in the west of the city.

Vadonasos Bazaar

Located just a few blocks north of the Botanical Gardens shared taxis depart to Varzob and Takob from the Varazob Bazaar for 4 TJS and 6 TJS respectively.

Vaghzal Qurganteppa

For shared taxis to Qurganteppa, Baljuvon, and other destinations in the Khatlon, head to the Qurganteppa Vaghzal in the south of Dushanbe near Sakhovat Bazaar. 15 TJS per seat will get you to Qurgonteppa, 50 TJS to Baljuvon.

Main Bus Station

3 km west of the city. Buses depart for Qurgonteppa, Kulob, and Shar i Tuz for 15 TJS, 35 TJS, and 25 TJS, respectively.

Taxis bound for the  Rasht Valley  destinations of Garm, Tajikabod, and Jirgatol leave from the Garm Dok on the south end of Rudaki Avenue. Expect prices of roughly 70 TJS to Garm. You can easily reach Garm Dok by  Marshrutkas #4 and #18 .

Safety & Health in Dushanbe

In general Dushanbe and the whole of Tajikistan is a safe country to visit. Apply common sense that you would anywhere else. Here are a few things to be mindful of:

• The most likely thing to put a damper on your travel in Dushanbe and Tajikistan is food poisoning. Try to eat at places where there are lots of other people. Also, try to stick to hot and fresh food if you can. At worst, pack Imodium and a broad-spectrum antibiotic to help get you through a bout with food poisoning or a bug.
• Walking around at night should be fine (I’ve done it plenty of times and alone). However, it is advisable to avoid nightclubs as a solo female to avoid any harassment. I’ve visited plenty of nightclubs with friends and have never had a problem.
• Do not drink tap water. There is no purification system in place. Outbreaks of disease do happen from time to time.
• Petty theft does happen, but it isn’t the norm. Be aware that pickpockets could operate in busy places like bazaars.
• Law enforcement can be corrupt. I have not personally been asked for even so much as a bribe or even threatened by police, border patrol, checkpoint officers, or so on. At most I’ve had them hassle me a bit for a missing stamp on my e-visa (never experienced this before), and be flirty with me at GBAO checkpoints and other border points. It is best to carry a passport copy around with you so in the event you are asked by law enforcement for ID while walking around Dushanbe you can hand that over rather than your physical passport. If the police ask to see your ID demand to see theirs first to make sure it’s not a scam.
• In the event of an emergency or you are a victim of crime, it is recommended to contact your embassy before contacting the police.
• Get a travel insurance plan just in case you do get sick or injured. While Dushanbe has the best healthcare options in the country, Tajikistan is not well equipped for serious illnesses or injuries. For more serious ailments you’ll likely need to leave the country and possibly the Central Asia region for treatment.

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Hikes around Dushanbe

If you would like to get out of Dushanbe, there are a number of good day hikes available, with opportunities for overnight treks in the Shirkent and Karatag Valleys. Obviously, this is nothing compared to trekking in the Pamir or Fann mountains . But a nice day out anyway.

Hike Dushanbe arranges very cheap day hikes close to Dushanbe, usually on Sunday. They occasionally do an overnight trip or a trip on a weekday, if there is a holiday.

If you are looking for outdoor gear or camping stove fuel, see Camping in Tajikistan .

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Varzob (Varzob River, Gusgarf, 7 Bridges)

The “7 Bridges” hiking trail across the Adzhuk (Ajuk, Ob-i Juk) river is a leisurely day hike and a refreshing option to get out of stuffy Dushanbe. The trail is open for most of the year; unless it’s snowing in Dushanbe, you should be fine. Full hiking and getting there instructions , with maps and statistics here .

A note: the waterfall is only worth visiting in spring or very early summer, as in later summer and fall it is nearly dry. Also, the man who lives in the last house on the trail started demanding money or objects in 2021 (“give me your aluminum walking stick!”) and says he will build a security fence. He says it’s his territory and nobody has any right to walk through.

A gpx trail for a similar, but semi-looped hike can be found on Wikiloc .

You can also use these directions to get anywhere along the Varzob River between Dushanbe and the town of Varzob, including the turn-off that will lead to the town of Gusgarf and the Gusgarf Waterfall.

Varzob Lake

Varzob Lake ( Gmaps ) is an artificial lake with plastic palm trees, filled up for recreation purposes during the hotter months. Follow the same transportation instructions as above.

The price used to be 1 somoni, but since 2019 it has come into the hands of the Rahmon family. The new name is “Kuli Dushanbe” (Dushanbe Lake). The price is no longer 1 Somoni, it is 120 Somoni (for access to the beach and Aquapark). The high price keeps out local boys and makes it more female-friendly.

Sioma Valley

The Sioma Valley is perhaps the best of the hikes around Dushanbe.

The cheap way is to follow the directions above to the town of Varzob, and to then negotiate with a local driver to take you to Sioma and wait for you there (or return at a set time). There are toll plazas on the way there, so you need to figure out during negotiations who pays for those. Catching rides by the road doesn’t work very well, as most of the cars in this area are full.

The hike starts here . You can follow trails on either side of the Sioma River. If you go to the left, you will eventually get to the old meteorological station, inhabited by a Russian hermit who is described as the rudest and most unfriendly person in all of Tajikistan (the Hike Dushanbe groups placate him with food and money).

If you go to the right, you can go all the way to the start of the river, or up a tributary. The left side has more shade and is greener. Hiking before June may not be safe because of high water levels and avalanche danger.

Shirkent and Karatag Valleys (dinosaur prints, Timurdara and Payron lakes)

These 2 mountain valleys are just west of Dushanbe, close to the border with Uzbekistan. Tursunzoda is the starting point for treks. Soviet industry fans will relish the massive (and massively polluting) aluminium factory in town.

Unfortunately, the border guards have begun to demand permits from visitors (to be secured at a border guards office in the city of Tursunzoda).

In previous years they would merely write down your passport details and ask how long you would be hiking for and if you planned to return the same direction. It would be best to go with a local guide who knows the process or has an arrangement with the guards. They won’t speak English, and some of the younger conscripts won’t speak Russian either.

Popular day hikes include the steep climb to the glacier-fed Timurdara Lake (1,970m above sea level), or the slightly longer route to Lake Payron. Both sites offer excellent opportunities for camping.

Continuing north, the Shirkent Valley forms the backbone of the Shirkent National Park. Founded in 1991 to protect areas of special scientific interest, the park has three sets of known dinosaur footprints (the largest of which contains more than 300 prints from Upper Jurassic-period sauropods and theropods), ancient copper and tin mines and a medieval necropolis. It’s best to take a guide to find these sites. This is a good trip report (in Russian).

Romit Valley

70 km east of Dushanbe, the Romit valley is a largely unspoilt valley with woodland, thermal springs and mountain streams. The people here are subsistence farmers, and there are abandoned Pioneer camps and the Yavroz sanatorium.

The valley narrows after about 2 hours walk starting from the village of Romit, with frequent river crossings, making it difficult to do a loop. It’s a pleasant place for a day trip, though mostly for expats looking for a quiet Sunday not too far from Dushanbe.

Takob Valley

If you’ve done everything else, there is still the Takob valley. The scenery is not spectacular, but culturally it might be interesting to you. Past the village of Takob, Safidorak and Zumand are villages inhabited by people transplanted from the Yagnob valley, and they still speak Sogdian at home.

2 km beyond the turning to Takob lies Kondara, which is home to a rundown botanical garden. Nearby also is the Takob ski resort (no reviews yet).

On a darker note, Takob and the nearby upper Varzob are notorious for the ethnic cleansing that took place in 1992 during the civil war.

Hikes in Khatlon

In the south of Tajikistan , there is also some good hiking country. Sarband offers easy walking on the rock beaches of the Vakhsh river and medium hiking in the Khojamaston piedmont. Sari Khosor, Childukhtaron and the Yakhsu Valley are further away and more difficult to access, but the trekking is arguably more beautiful here.

Spring and autumn are the best times in Khatlon, summer is too hot.

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No need to go far away from Dushanbe to get yourself a nice hiking experience. Also closer to the city, there are several beautiful day hikes around. These short hiking trips are an ideal alternative if you do not have time (or energy) to do a long multi-day trek and still want to experience some of the amazing nature Tajikistan has to offer. Dushanbe is located right at the foothills of the mountains, so within no time, you can reach beautiful trails through impressive landscapes. Below are some nice options for a quick hiking getaway.

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Leilakul Hike

The Leilakul Hike offers a full day of hiking through the stunning Ziddi Valley. Highlight of this tough yet beautiful trip are the Leilakul Lakes situated at an altitude of 3400 meters. The first part of the hike goes up through the Ziddi valley. We pass the Khoja Sanghok shrine – a spring of mineral water – until finally reaching the Leilakul Lakes. After visiting the lakes, the trail mostly heads down along the river with countless nice viewpoints along the way.

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A leisurely hike close to Dushanbe. The hike starts in the village of Varzob and then goes up through the valley of the Ojuk River. The last part is through a narrow gorge with perpendicular rock walls on either side. Moving a way through the gorge, the trail finally ends at a waterfall. Most of the hike is easy and non-technical. Only the last few hundred meters through the gorge are more difficult, as you have to jump several times from rock to rock across a small streamlet.

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Grab your sneakers: See what makes the Wilmington area great on these walking tours

Spring is here and it's time to get outside and explore. A good way to enjoy this nice weather and learn about what the Wilmington area has to offer is with some fun, exciting, educational and historic walking tours. And it's another way of getting some fresh air and exercise.

Here are some tours that offer just that.

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Bellamy Mansion Museum Walking Tours

Bellamy Mansion Museum will be conducting walking tours throughout the year on three different topics, "Wilmington: Lost But not Forgotten," "Wilmington and the American Civil War" and "Wilmington’s African American Heritage.” The 90-minute waking tours will be led by Gareth Evans, executive director and Leslie Randle-Morton, associate director.

Dates for the tours are April 13, May 11, June 8, Aug. 9, Sept. 13 and Oct. 11.

The tours will begin and end at the Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St., Wilmington. The cost is $20 per person, plus tax. Space is limited, so registration is required at Bellamy Mansion Museum Store . This is a rain or shine event.

Cape Fear Legends & Lore Walking Tours

Burgwin-Wright House & Gardens presents the Cape Fear Legends & Lore Walking Tours. The 90-minute walking tours will feature Cape Fear's history every second Friday of the month.

Tour dates: April 12, July 12 and Oct. 11.

From Colonial myths to 20th century tales, explore legends that define the first 300 years of Wilmington. Tours star at 9 a.m. Tickets are $20 per person plus tax. To reserve tickets, please call 910-762-0570.

Historic Wilmington Foundation

The Historic Wilmington Foundation regularly offers free walking tours (donations greatly accepted) for small groups, focused on the region’s multi-faceted and diverse storylines through the irreplaceable built history. The tour is typically a mile in length and begins at Historic Wilmington Foundation, located at 211 Orange St., Wilmington, starting at 2 p.m. and ending at 3:30 p.m. Travis Gilbert, executive director, leads many of the walking tours, but the Foundation collaborate with other local organizations and historians to be guest guides. For more information, call 910-762-2511 or visit historicwilmington.org .

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Amanda Leese, owner and operator of Wilmington Walking Tours is a University of North Carolina Wilmington alumna with a degree in history and is a local preservation volunteer. Leese shares her passion for the town and its unique history and stories of the families who lived in the beautiful homes. The History and Architecture Tour of Wilmington is offered daily and features a one-mile stroll through historic downtown. The one hour and 45-minute tour is $25 per person. Another tour offer is The Historic Happy Hour tour. This tour is a weekly tour that features stop for drinks at some of Wilmington historic places. The 2 1/2 tour is $30; drinks are not included. Group and private tours are also accepted. For more information, visit  Wilmington Walking Tours  or 910-264-5970.

Wilmington True History Tours

Brandon Carter, owner of the Wilmington True History Tours, is a historian and former National Park Service Ranger (Richmond National Battlefield Park). Along with Carter, well-known local historian Chris Fonvielle givers tours. Fonvielle specializes in two-hour tours of Wilmington History, Civil War History, Oakdale Cemetery, and various other specialty tours throughout the year.  Also local educator Alex Busch provides Dark History Tours, a fact-based alternative to Wilmington's ghost tours. Private turs is also offered. Details: https://wilmingtontruehistory.com/ .

Self-guided tours through Southport

The city of Southport partnered with the Southport Historical Society to offer self-guided tours by using a free mobile app called PocketSights. These tours are "free roam tours" where you can either walk and/or drive from location to location in any order you choose.

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Historic Downtown Burgaw

The Burgaw Historic District was entered in the National Register of Historic Places in August of 1999. It is located in Pender County. In 1879, Burgaw was designated the county seat. There are many historic homes and buildings within the downtown district. The oldest building in the district is the train depot which was built prior to the Civil War. There is also the historic Pender County Courthouse located in the center of town known as "Court House Square." The courthouse is the focal point which defines the charm and character of the downtown area. Brochures can be pickup for a self-guided walking tour at the Municipal Building, 109 N. Walker St., Burgaw.

AC Walking Tours Expand to Surrounding Communities

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.  — The popular AC Walking Tours are back and bigger than ever in 2024 with new tours and expansion into neighborhoods around Atlantic City.

The spring tours will take place from noon to 2 p.m. on consecutive Saturdays in May. Summer tours will take place from 10 a.m. to noon on consecutive Fridays in July. Fall tours will take place from noon to 2 p.m. on consecutive Saturdays in October. All are sponsored by Stockton University’s Office of Continuing Studies and Adult Education (OCSAE).

“These fun adventures across the greater Atlantic City area provide interactive experiences in a two-hour guided tour,” said OCSAE Assistant Director Diane Strelczyk. “Our tours are designed to highlight the beauty, history and humanity of Atlantic City. Each neighborhood features a rich history and a present-day vibe. Our goal is to showcase all the interesting people, places and events Atlantic City has held, currently features and hopes to achieve.”

The tours are researched, designed and led by historian Levi Fox, an assistant professor of History at Immaculata University and former adjunct professor at Stockton.

The spring lineup begins on May 4 with Lower Chelsea, followed by Nucky’s Empire on May 11, Margate’s “The Lucy Loop” on May 18 and Historic Somers Point on May 25.

The summer lineup focuses exclusively on Atlantic City neighborhoods starting on July 5 in Upper Chelsea, followed by Ducktown Revitalization on July 12, the North Inlet and Bungalow Park on July 19 and South Inlet’s “To the Lighthouse” on July 26.

The fall lineup starts in downtown Ocean City on Oct. 5 and then moves to Atlantic City for Northside Heritage on Oct. 12, Louisa Mack’s LGBTQ+ on Oct. 19 and the History of Gaming on Oct. 26.

Strelczyk said the office is excited to offer two new Atlantic City tours: Nucky’s Empire and North Inlet and Bungalow Park. Fox will be dressed in character as infamous Atlantic City boss Enoch “Nucky” Johnson, while the North Inlet tour will discuss the historic impact of Bungalow Park and Gardner’s Basin.

“As we integrate these new tours with standard favorites, such as the Lower Chelsea and Ducktown Revitalization tours, we know everyone will get their steps in this year,” she said.  

All tours are $15 per person, per tour. Participants are encouraged to bring their walking shoes, sunscreen and a water bottle, as each tour will cover two to three miles of parks, city streets and the boardwalks. Select tours will also include tours of popular local attractions like Lucy the Elephant, the Absecon Lighthouse, the Noyes Arts Garage, the Margate Historical Society and the 4th Street Life Saving Station in Ocean City.

The Ducktown Community Development Corporation, the Chelsea Economic Development Corporation and Lucy the Elephant are co-sponsors of the walking tours.

For more information and to register, visit www.stockton.edu/continuing-studies/ac_walkingtours.html .  

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