Drop-off at your hotel, accommodation, or any location of your choice
Drive Back to Astana (2 hr)
(2 hr)
Lunch with a Local Family (45 min)
Enjoy a delicious, home-cooked traditional meal in an authentic local household
Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve (3 hr)
Travel from lake to lake, observing rare birds and wildlife in their natural habitat
Drive to the Reserve
(1 hr)
Korgalzhyn Museum (1 hr)
A guided excursion led by a reserve worker to introduce you to the local flora, fauna, and history of the Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve
Enjoy a scenic drive through the vast Kazakh steppes on the way to the reserve
Drive to Korgalzhyn (2 hr)
Pickup in Astana
Convenient pick-up from your hotel, accommodation, or any location of your choice
Just 130 km from Astana, Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its vast wetlands and endless steppes. This protected area is home to some of Kazakhstan’s rarest wildlife. The wetlands attract migratory birds like pelicans, swans, and flamingos, while the steppe is home to unique animals, including the rare saiga antelope
Guided wildlife exploration with a local reserve worker and equipment
Entry to and guided tour of the Korgalzhyn Museum
Authentic lunch in a local home (vegetarian options available)