Eco-Tourism

Discover pristine alpine lakes, dramatic canyons, and untouched wilderness in Kazakhstan's stunning national parks and nature reserves.

Charyn Canyon — The Grand Canyon of Central Asia
Almaty Region
Eco-Tourism

Charyn Canyon — The Grand Canyon of Central Asia

Marvel at the spectacular Charyn Canyon with its dramatic red rock formations carved over 12 million years.

May–September1–2 daysModerate
Kolsai Lakes — The Pearls of the Tian Shan
Almaty Region
Eco-Tourism

Kolsai Lakes — The Pearls of the Tian Shan

Trek through pristine alpine forests to three crystal-clear lakes nestled in the northern Tian Shan mountains.

June–September2–3 daysModerate
Big Almaty Lake
Almaty
Eco-Tourism

Big Almaty Lake

A stunning turquoise alpine lake at 2,511 meters, just 15 km from Almaty.

June–OctoberHalf dayEasy
Altyn-Emel National Park
Almaty Region
Eco-Tourism

Altyn-Emel National Park

Home to the famous Singing Dune, colorful Aktau Mountains, and ancient Besshatyr burial mounds.

April–June, September–October2–3 daysModerate
Mangystau — Alien Landscapes of Western Kazakhstan
Mangystau Region
Eco-Tourism

Mangystau — Alien Landscapes of Western Kazakhstan

Surreal Mars-like landscapes, underground mosques, and rock formations that defy imagination.

March–May, September–November4–7 daysChallenging
Kaindy Lake — The Sunken Forest
Almaty Region, Southeast Kazakhstan
Eco-Tourism

Kaindy Lake — The Sunken Forest

Kaindy Lake is one of the most unusual and photogenic natural sites in Kazakhstan. Created by a massive earthquake-triggered landslide in 1911, the natural dam flooded a valley of Tian Shan spruce tre

June to September (September-October for spectacular autumn colours)
Kazakh Altai — Where Taiga Meets the Steppe
East Kazakhstan Region
Eco-Tourism

Kazakh Altai — Where Taiga Meets the Steppe

The Kazakh Altai in the far east of the country is one of the most remote and breathtakingly beautiful regions in all of Central Asia. At the crossroads of the Siberian taiga, Mongolian steppe, and Ce

July to August (very short summer season; late June and early September possible but less reliable)