Update: Iran Today – What We Want You to Know
To Our SURFIRAN Guests: What You Need to Know About the Current Situation
Last updated: January 29, 2026
At SURFIRAN, the safety, comfort, and peace of mind of our guests remain our highest priority. As a specialist cultural tour operator in Iran, we continue to operate with care, responsibility, and close local oversight.
We are monitoring current conditions through trusted international sources, long standing local partners, and our on the ground teams across the country.
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Current Tour Operations
All confirmed SURFIRAN private tours and tailor made journeys will continue as scheduled, unless a cancellation is requested by the guest. In such cases, we are fully committed to completing the cancellation process transparently and efficiently, or contacting guests directly when necessary.
Any adjustments, if required, are handled individually, with guest safety and comfort as our highest priority.
What Guests Should Know
Tours are designed with built in flexibility, allowing routes or timing to be adjusted when needed.
Our local teams remain present and reachable throughout each journey.
Guests with upcoming travel are encouraged to remain in contact with their assigned travel advisor for personalized guidance.
Internet and Mobile Connectivity
Internet access in Iran is currently available in a limited form.
- Google services and Gmail are accessible.
- WhatsApp may work on some local operators but connectivity can be unstable.
- We recommend imo as a more reliable messaging alternative.
Guests are advised to install VPN applications before arrival.
- Domestic phone calls and SMS within Iran are operating normally.
- Calls from inside Iran to international numbers are generally more stable than incoming calls.
- International roaming services are not currently active, and international SIM cards do not function inside Iran.
SURFIRAN assists guests with local connectivity solutions upon arrival when needed.
Our Commitment as a Tour Operator
SURFIRAN remains committed to responsible travel practices, clear and calm communication, and personalized support before and during each journey.
We stand in solidarity with all those affected during these difficult days and remain focused on delivering meaningful, respectful, and safe cultural travel experiences.
Guest Support
Our team is available to assist with upcoming tour questions, itinerary adjustments, and pre travel planning.
For assistance and official updates, please visit:
https://surfiran.com
- L2, 141 Taleghani St, Tehran 1571757333
- Phone: +98 21 910 30 860
- Email: contact@surfiran.com
- WhatsApp: +98 912 880 3921
Essential Local Services Available During Internet Restrictions
Tickets and Transport
OrientTrips
https://orienttrips.com
Flights, hotels, trains, buses, ferries, and transfers. International friendly booking support.
Weather
Iran Meteorological Organization
https://www.irimo.ir
Official and reliable weather forecasts across Iran.
Time and Calendar
Time.ir
https://www.time.ir
Accurate local time and date reference.
Maps and Navigation
Balad Maps
https://balad.ir
Local navigation with strong coverage inside cities.
Neshan Maps
https://neshan.org
Reliable routing and location search in Iran.
Messaging
imo
https://imo.im
More stable messaging during connectivity restrictions.
File Sharing
PicoFile
https://www.picofile.com
Simple file sharing when email access is slow.
News and Official Updates
ISNA
https://www.isna.ir
Independent news agency with broad national coverage.
IRNA
https://www.irna.ir
Official government news and public announcements.
Essential Emergency Phone Numbers in Iran
+98 112 General emergency (mobile)
+98 110 Police
+98 115 Ambulance
+98 125 Fire department
+98 141 Road and traffic information
+98 199 Flight information
Our hearts are with the families who have lost loved ones in the recent events in Iran. We stand in quiet solidarity with the people during these difficult days.
I am really, really sad at what has happend to Iran. As a real traveller, I can state that I have never been to a more hospitable, friendly and interesting country like Iran.
I am watching the events unfolding with great sorry. Iran deserves the best!
Karoline Lamb
Dear Mrs. Lamb,
Thank you for your kind words and the fond memories you’ve shared of Iran’s warmth. We too feel deep sorrow over recent events. Your support encourages us as we work to keep everyone informed and safe. We look forward to welcoming you back when peace returns.
Warm regards,
The SURFIRAN Team
زِندِگی خالی نیست
yes , I am in complete congruence with you ,and also have never experienced such warmth and hospitality as my tour through Iran . My thoughts are with the Iranian people and there right too defend themselves from the Yoke of illegal oppression the country has endured for forty plus years .
āree, tā shaghāyegh hast, zendegee bāyad kard
Keep safe my beautiful Iran ,
Steve
Dear Steve,
Thank you for your heartfelt support and for recognizing the warmth you experienced in Iran. Your solidarity gives us strength during these challenging times. We look forward to hosting you again when stability returns.
I am very thankful to you for that information and we are being a Muslim never afraid from any time of war against the Israel Alhumdulilah
Dear Akbar Ali,
Thank you for your steadfast support and faith. We remain committed to providing timely updates so you feel informed and secure. Stay safe, and feel free to reach out anytime.
Warm regards,
The SURFIRAN Team
Dear SurfIran team!
Any foreigner who has travelled to Iran over the last years will have experienced — not necessarily by knowledge, but certainly by tasting the atmosphere — how peaceful, inviting and friendly your country is. Witnessing the events of today fills me with great sorrow, but also with anger towards those responsible. It seems impossible to do anything other than witness the events as they unfold, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and all of Iran as you are facing this horrible situation. Be strong, be brave, be rightful!
By heartfelt wishes for the best,
Hans
Dear Hans,
Thank you for your heartfelt message and unwavering support. We deeply appreciate your kind words and share your sorrow over these troubling events. Please know that our team and partners across Iran remain safe and committed to serving our guests with the same warmth and hospitality you’ve come to know. Your thoughts and prayers bolster our resolve to stay strong and hopeful.
With gratitude and solidarity,
The SURFIRAN Team
The ongoing conflict, including Israel’s attack on Iran, is appalling. I hope you and your families stay safe.
Dear Jim,
Thank you for your concern. Our team and families are safe, and we’re committed to sharing timely updates. Your support means a great deal.
Although I have not yet visited your beautiful country, I have future plans to visit. I’m distressed by the events that are unfolding and wish to offer my prayers and support to the people of Iran during this terrible time. I certainly hope relief is on the horizon so the people and country I have heard so many wonderful things about can resume living in peace.
Dear Stewart,
Thank you for your heartfelt support and for considering Iran on your future travels. We share your hope for peace and stand with you in wishing relief soon. When the time is right, we look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful country.
Hello Saye,
September last year left an indelible memory in my heart,
The burnt opium laced lips that kissed me, that left me forever majnun.
Iran she sings like a silver fountain at dawn .
meadows so vast, mountains so high
in the place of flowers, there was such a smell of grass
life is not empty
there is kindness
there are apples
there is faith
yes, as long as there are poppies, one must live
in my heart, there is something
like a grove of light.
Keep safe Surfiran , my love affaire continues
Steve jones
Dear Steve,
Thank you for sharing your fond memories and continued support. We’re honored by your affection for Iran and look forward to welcoming you back when it’s safe.
Warm regards,
Hello,
To all the Surfiran Team.
I worked and travelled in Iran years ago mostly based in Bander Abbas, and have only love and praise for the whole of Iran and it’s wonderful people,
I have many years overland traveling by 4×4 and the best country I’ve ever been to is by a long way Iran, I will never hear anything bad said about Iran, as an English man I’m ashamed of the way Iran has been treated by false western media.
Good luck and best wishes to you all at this time, please be safe.
Dear Peter,
Thank you for your kind and heartfelt message. It truly means a great deal to all of us at SURFIRAN, especially during these challenging times. Your memories of Iran—and your words of support—are deeply appreciated.
We’re proud to hear that Iran left such a lasting impression on you, and we hope to welcome you back again when the time is right.
Wishing you continued safe travels and warm regards,
For many years Iran has been on my bucket list. I would really love to see for myself its amazing historical sites in addition to experiencing its rich, ancient culture and the famous hospitality of the Iranian people. I will wait patiently for the day that I am able to visit, but until then, I join many others in wishing you the very best and in praying for peace and stability to return soon, not just to Iran but to the whole of our increasingly turbulent world.
Dear Adam,
Thank you for your thoughtful message and kind wishes. It means a great deal to know that Iran remains high on your travel list, and we truly look forward to the day you can experience its history, culture, and hospitality firsthand.
Your support and prayers for peace are deeply appreciated—not just for Iran, but for all who hope for a more stable world.
Until then, we’ll be here—ready to welcome you when the time comes.
Thank you for the update! I truly hope everything gets better soon and my condolences to everyone affected. I was just in Iran, from December 26, 2025 to January 5, 2026 and I loved every bit. I hope to visit again soon.