Wearing layers is a smart approach for Ashgabat's varying temperatures.
Turkmenistan is a conservative country. Modest attire is recommended.
Comfortable walking shoes are essential. The urban area is sprawling, with long distances between attractions.
Sturdy closed-toe shoes or light hiking boots are useful for terrain that is not flat, sand, and dust (e.g., Darvaza, Nisa).
Open-toed sandals or breathable shoes for the city, but use closed-toe shoes for desert excursions.
Have both physical and digital copies of important documents.
Ensure your gadgets are compatible and you have proper charging solutions.
Bring your camera, and load handy apps before arrival.
Use cloud services for backing up photos and document copies.
A small Portable hard drive for photo and document backups.
Always maintain digital copies of important documents separate from originals.
A well-stocked Personal first aid kit is important.
Carry all necessary prescription medications in original packaging.
For day walks in the Kopet Dag foothills.
If part of a tour to Darvaza.
For trips to the Karakum Desert.
Enhance your comfort and security during travel.
Embrace sustainability and local interaction.
Reduce plastic waste, stay hydrated.
For market visits and souvenirs.
For hot beverages on the go.
Shampoo bars, solid toothpaste for eco-friendly travel.
Pack adaptable clothing for significant desert-like weather changes, including layers.
Remember that local SIM card acquisition is extremely difficult; plan for Wi-Wi-fi availability at hotels or an eSIM (Airalo).
