Wild Roots Tajikistan
Travel Stories
Few regions remain as unexplored as the former Soviet republics of Central Asia. This is certainly true of the unknown Tajikistan, the smallest of all the “stans. But this stan is clearly the region’s underdog. For with a whopping 93% mountainous land area, this is one of the most mountainous countries in the world. Although this region had large cities during the time of the Silk Road, human habitation is scarce here today. Undiscovered, pristine and uninhabited … no questions asked. Reason enough for a wilderness trip!
Not knowing what awaited us, but ready for adventure, we went on a ten-day wilderness camping expedition through the Fann Mountains. Home to a series of four- and five-thousanders. Off the radar, a few days’ walk from civilization, we traversed passes of nearly 5,000 meters with local mountain people, passed colossal glaciers and made camp on the high plains. This is where nature reigns supreme. Along the way, we were introduced to rural life in Tajikistan.
Refreshing happens here in the meltwater rivers and lakes. Best described as vitalizing. So what can you do in the camp?
Looking back, one thing is clear: Tajikistan exceeds all your expectations. What a beautiful country and what a wild adventure. Clearly a keeper. Until next year!
