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Tajikistan - Wildlife & Landscapes
Tour Code: TAJ01A 14-day holiday in search of the wildlife of Tajikistan, including a quest for the rare Markhor and Marco Polo Argali, and an interesting birdlife.
£5,295
£4,495
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Summary
Nestled in Central Asia's breathtaking mountain ranges, Tajikistan is a haven for rare wildlife. Its rugged terrains, from the soaring Pamirs to lush alpine valleys, support such species as the elusive Marco Polo Argali, the majestic Markhor, and their predators. Birding Tajikistan’s stunning landscapes is rewarding too with likely sightings of soaring Himalayan Griffon Vultures, smart Güldenstädt’s Redstarts, and Tibetan Sandgrouse, which otherwise has a tricky distribution.
Our journey begins in the vibrant capital, Dushanbe, where we can get to know the country’s history, culture and cuisine before embarking on a breathtaking drive along the country’s southern border. Our quest here will be to find Markhor in its rugged habitat. We hope to find birds familiar to European birdwatchers here too including Lammergeier and Wallcreeper. A hike in the nearby valleys reveals more treasures, including Himalayan Griffon Vulture and Brown Dippers.
Our adventure continues to Ravmed and Khorog, where we hope to observe Pamir Ibex in their mountainous surroundings. After birding around the Khorog Botanical Garden we move to Alichur, where our focus shifts to high-altitude wildlife, particularly the Marco Polo sheep, with the exciting chance of encountering Himalayan Snowcock and Tibetan Sandgrouse. Our searches will be amidst dramatic landscapes, complementing the search for these elusive species.
Journeying back through picturesque valleys and passes, we’ll search for Pine Bunting and Long-legged Buzzard. Stops at water impounds and parks offer final opportunities for birdwatching, before returning to Dushanbe for a reflective farewell dinner. The tour, filled with wildlife encounters amongst scenic splendour, will be certain to create lasting memories of little-visited Tajikistan's majestic wilderness.
- A rare opportunity to search for the remarkable Markhor, Pamir Ibex and Marco Polo Argali
- The special birds could include Azure Tit flavipectus, Plumbeous Redstart, Great Rosefinch, Himalayan Snowcock, Tibetan Sandgrouse, Snow Pigeon and more
- Breathtaking landscapes throughout
- Led by a local expert naturalist alongside a Naturetrek tour leader
Outline Itinerary
What's Included?
- Flights
- Accommodation:
Throughout our journey in Tajikistan, we will primarily travel off the beaten track. While Tajikistan is known for its stunning mountains, rich culture, and hospitable people, its tourism infrastructure is still developing. In Dushanbe, we will stay in a comfortable tourist hotel with private facilities. As we explore further, our accommodations will consist of several basic lodgings, typically offering simple, clean rooms with basic amenities, including shared bathrooms and WCs.
Dates & Prices
2026
2027
Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?
For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.
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Why Naturetrek?
At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:
- The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
- Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
- Outstanding value and exceptional customer service
Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!
