Afghanistan Travel Guide 🇦🇫
Essential travel information — culture, geography, transport basics, climate, safety awareness, etiquette & planning tips
🌤 Live Weather — Kabul
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Kabul
🌄 Terrain Mountains · Valleys · Deserts
💱 Currency Afghan Afghani (AFN)
🗣 Languages Dari · Pashto (English limited)
⏱ Time Zone GMT+4:30
🔌 Plug Type Type C · F — 230V
Culturally rich nation — mountains, historic cities, strong traditions & hospitality.
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa required for most travelers Passport valid 6+ months Invitation / sponsor may be required- Travel insurance strongly recommended
- Entry requirements may change frequently
- Check embassy guidance before travel
Entry restrictions & policies vary — confirm latest rules before planning.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌸 Mar–May Spring · pleasant weather
🍂 Sep–Nov Cooler & dry
🔥 Jun–Aug Very hot in lowlands
❄️ Dec–Feb Cold & snowy in mountains
Climate varies significantly by region & altitude.
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — AFN 2,000–3,500 / ₹1,900–₹3,300 / $25–40 per day
- 🏨 Mid-Range — AFN 4,500–7,000 / ₹4,200–₹6,500 / $55–90 per day
- 👑 Higher-End — AFN 10,000+ / ₹9,300+ / $130+ per day
Availability of hotels & transport varies by city and region.
🗺 Key Cities & Regions
Kabul Herat Mazar-i-Sharif Bamyan Valley Kandahar Hindu Kush Mountains🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Domestic flights operate between major cities
- Road conditions vary by region
- Hire drivers instead of self-driving
- Public transport availability is limited
Always verify local travel advisories & road accessibility.
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Main networks — Roshan · MTN · Salaam
- Coverage stronger in major cities
- Rural & mountain regions may have weak signal
- Internet speeds vary
Passport may be required for SIM registration.
💵 Money & Payments
- Cash-based economy
- Local currency widely used
- Very few outlets accept cards
- Carry small denomination notes
ATMs may be limited — plan cash access in advance.
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Kabuli Pulao
- Mantu dumplings
- Kebabs
- Naan bread
- Qorma stews
Food culture is homely, hearty & family-oriented.
🎊 Festivals & Cultural Traditions
- Nowruz (Persian New Year)
- Eid celebrations
- Local cultural gatherings
- Traditional folk music
🛡 Safety Awareness
- Conditions can change rapidly
- Avoid non-essential movement
- Follow official advisories
- Consult trusted local contacts
Travel decisions should be made with up-to-date regional guidance.
🙏 Local Etiquette
- Dress conservatively
- Ask permission before photographs
- Respect cultural & religious customs
- Greetings are formal & polite
🎒 What to Pack
- Modest clothing & head covering
- Warm jacket (mountain regions)
- Comfortable shoes
- Universal power adapter
Temperature swings can be large — pack layered clothing.
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Mountain climate in central regions
- Hot summers in lowlands
- Cold winters at high altitudes
- Dry climate overall
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Awareness Itinerary
- Day 1 — Kabul city orientation
- Day 2 — Cultural & historical landmarks
- Day 3 — Local markets & cuisine
- Day 4 — Regional excursion (conditions permitting)
- Day 5 — Heritage & community interactions
All plans should be reviewed with local guidance.
🚨 Emergency & Support
👮 Local Authorities Varies by region
🏥 Medical Facilities Limited outside major cities
🧳 Embassy Assistance Contact your embassy before travel
📞 Local Contacts Travel sponsor / host
❓ FAQs
Is tourism active in Afghanistan?
Travel is highly limited and situation-dependent.
Is English widely spoken?
Limited — Dari & Pashto are primary languages.
Can I use cards?
Mostly cash-only economy.
Should I check advisories before travel?
Yes — always review current guidance.