Best National Parks in Kazakhstan

Top-rated parks based on 13 park ratings across 10 categories. Kazakhstan's parks score highest in Tranquility (74/100).

13 Total Parks
13 Rated
Avg Score: 58/100
Charyn
#165/100

Charyn

National Park · Almaty Region

Charyn National Park is home to the famous Charyn Canyon, often called the Grand Canyon's little brother. The canyon features spectacular red sandston

Top 13 Parks in Kazakhstan

1
Charyn
National Park · Almaty Region
652
Ile-Alatau
National Park · Almaty Region
653
Katon-Karagay
National Park · East Kazakhstan Region
654
Kolsai Lakes
National Park · Almaty Region
645
Korgalzhyn
State Nature Reserve · Akmola Region
646
Sairam-Ugam
National Park · South Kazakhstan Region
617
Altyn-Emel
National Park · Almaty Region
608
Aktau Mountains
State Nature Reserve · Karaganda Region
549
Burabay
National Park · Akmola Region
5410
Turkestan
National Park · Turkestan Region
5311
Karkaraly
National Park · Karaganda Region
5212
Bayanaul
National Park · Pavlodar Region
4913
Tarbagatai
National Park · East Kazakhstan Region
49

Category Winners

#1
Kolsai LakesAlmaty Region
82#2
CharynAlmaty Region
80#3
Ile-AlatauAlmaty Region
76#4
Altyn-EmelAlmaty Region
72#5
Katon-KaragayEast Kazakhstan Region
72

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best national park in Kazakhstan?

Based on our 10-category rating system, Charyn is the highest-rated park in Kazakhstan with a score of 65/100. It is followed by Ile-Alatau (65/100) and Katon-Karagay (65/100).

How many national parks does Kazakhstan have?

Kazakhstan has 13 protected areas in our database, of which 13 have been rated across 10 categories.

What are Kazakhstan's parks best known for?

Parks in Kazakhstan score highest in Tranquility with an average score of 74/100. The top park for tranquility is Katon-Karagay (86/100).

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