Uzbekistan is rolling out an ambitious 2,396-hectare tourism and recreation zone in the Fergana region, marking a strategic push to transform the mountainous territory into a high-capacity destination for international and domestic visitors. The special regime for the zone is set for 30 years with extension options, signaling long-term commitment to sustainable tourism infrastructure development.
Multi-layered infrastructure to support visitor economy
The project encompasses a comprehensive buildout of foundational systems and visitor amenities. Engineers are designing pedestrian and cycling pathways, electric vehicle charging stations, and landing zones for helicopter tourism. The zone will also feature zipline facilities, scenic overlooks optimized for social media engagement, retail spaces for souvenirs, and food service establishments. Construction of essential utilities — power distribution networks, potable water systems, wastewater treatment, broadband connectivity, and vehicular roads — is underway across the zone.
Experience-driven agrotourism and adventure tourism corridors
The zone development combines traditional agrotourism with modern adventure tourism infrastructure. The Vodil agrotourism cluster will transition into a full-service tourism destination, with lightweight service structures integrated into the landscape. Planned cable car systems, suspension bridges, and ziplines along the Shohimardon – Yordon – Dugoba routes are designed to create premium experience corridors that attract visitors seeking both natural scenery and engineered attractions.
Around the Central Fergana Reservoir in Yazavon District, authorities plan to organize tourist services and establish processing facilities that support the agrotourism narrative, creating employment and value-added economic activity for 2026 – 2027.
Environmental and energy sustainability embedded in design
The development prioritizes ecological stewardship and energy resilience. Bank reinforcement works, comprehensive wastewater management networks, gas and electricity infrastructure, and mini — and micro solar power stations are core components of the master plan. This approach addresses both immediate operational needs and long-term environmental impacts, positioning the zone as a model for responsible tourism infrastructure in the region.
Job creation and investment positioning
Project developers project significant employment generation across construction, hospitality, logistics, and service sectors. The initiative is designed to substantially elevate the investment appeal of the Fergana region, opening opportunities for both local and foreign entrepreneurs to establish businesses within the zone’s framework.
Why this matters for international business actors
For international companies in hospitality, construction, interior design, logistics, and business services, this project signals a structured entry point into Central Asian tourism infrastructure development. The 30-year operational window and pre-planned utility systems reduce investor uncertainty. The zone’s emphasis on modern amenities and sustainability standards aligns with international tourism branding strategies. Opportunities exist for property development, facility management, retail operations, supply chain integration, and professional services. Additionally, the project reflects Uzbekistan’s broader commitment to economic diversification and business-friendly regulatory frameworks — indicators of stable markets for foreign investors seeking exposure in emerging Central Asian opportunities.
