Tours and trips from Astana city to the region -
Travel and organization of tours from Almaty to Kokshetau -
Akmola region is not just a region on the map of Kazakhstan, it is one of the oldest and most important territories of our steppe country. The heart of Kazakh history, nature and spirit beats here. The expanses of the region are a combination of endless steppes, mysterious lakes, pine forests and rocky hills, among which it is easy to get lost – and at the same time find yourself. The center of the region is the city of Kokshetau, which is the starting point of a trip through the Burabay National Park. You can also get to Kokshetau National Park from this city, which is very popular among tourists. Not far from Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, is the Korgalzhynsky Nature Reserve, which is famous for many bird species and bird watching tours, and the main attraction of this reserve is its "pink flamingos" on Lake Tengiz. This reserve is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. All the listed attractions are partially located on the territory of the Burabay district.
Sights of the region -
Burabay National Park is also known as the Borovoye resort and there are many natural attractions on its territory that can be visited, for example: Lake Borovoye (Auliekol-Sacred Lake), next to which is the famous Okzhetpes rock mountain, which can be climbed and from which a beautiful panorama of the park opens. There is also a rock in this lake-the island of Zhumbaktas, where you can take a walk on a rented boat or catamaran on the lake. Nearby is the Kokshetau upland (Mount Kokshetau), which leads to a hiking trail and from which you can see other natural attractions of the park such as Lake Big Chebachye, Lake Small Chebachye, Lake Shchuchye, and in the distance, almost on the horizon, you will see Lake Zhukey, which is popular among fishermen and its wild coastal area, perfectly suitable for camping. All of these places can be visited and spent time in the area.
In Kokshetau National Park, which is located a little further than Burabai Park to the west, you can visit such natural attractions as Lake Shalkar, which is famous for its beautiful sunsets and sunrises. There are many recreation areas in the area of this lake, and in the pine forest next to the lake there is Lake Ayyrtauchik, next to which there are summer camps for children. Nearby, in the forest, there is the mountain "Two Brothers", which leads to a hiking route. The starting point for the park is the village of Shalkar and the village of Imantau, next to which Lake Imantau is located. There is a Cossack Island in this lake, which can be reached by a motorboat rented in the village or any recreation center on the shore. There is also Mount Imantau, which is reached by a hiking trail and from the top of which there is also a beautiful panorama of the national park. Other interesting sights of the park are: Ayyrtau Mountains, Lake Lobanovskoye, Lake Saumalkol, Lake Arykbalyk.
History -
Akmola region is famous not only for its nature, but also for its history, which goes back centuries. The Botay Burabai open-air museum is located in the region. It will tell you about the heritage of the Botay culture that lived in the region in ancient times. Also, not far from this museum is the famous meadow-Abylai Khan Square, which has its own history, and on which the museum is located. You can go to the mountains and find Kenesary Khan's cave there, which is located in an incredibly beautiful place. Kenesary liked to rest in this cave and gather military councils. Near the village of Borovoe there is a "grove of dancing birches" which also has its own history and many legends. Now the territory of the region is actively developing, there are many tourist routes of holiday homes, hotels and guest houses.
How to get there and visit -
Akmola region is located in the Astana city area, in the Shchuchinsk city area and in the Kokshetau city area, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 52°43'58"N 69°20'14"E
Information -
Stretching from the endless steppe expanses to the snow-capped peaks of the Kokshetau Mountains, the Akmola region reveals to travelers all the richness of Kazakhstan's nature. This unique region, with an area of 146 thousand square kilometers and several natural areas, attracts thousands of tourists every year with its pristine beauty and amazing contrasts. The historical heritage of the region is no less rich than the natural one. Ancient Saka mounds dating back more than 2.5 thousand years have been preserved in the steppes of the Akmola region. Archaeologists have discovered traces of Bronze Age sites and unique petroglyphs here. The modern infrastructure of the region harmoniously combines with the natural environment. Ethnoauly is especially popular, where you can immerse yourself in the traditional Kazakh way of life, taste real koumiss and baursaks, and listen to dombra playing.
A trip through the Akmola region is an immersion into the real Kazakhstan, where the ancient traditions of steppe nomads are organically intertwined with the modern rhythm of life, and nature impresses with its grandeur and diversity. Each season reveals the beauty of these places in its own way: spring blooming of tulips, summer bathing in clear lakes, golden autumn in pine forests and sparkling snows of winter mountain slopes. Akmola region is waiting for those who want to see the true soul of Kazakhstan, touch its history and enjoy the unique landscapes of the Great Steppe. The climate here is sharply continental. In winter, it's a real Siberian fairy tale: frosts, snowy expanses, frost on the pines. It's hot in summer, but forests and lakes soften the heat. Spring is coming fast, with floods, birdsong, and a carpet of wildflowers. Autumn is golden and meditative. This is the perfect place to feel the power of all four seasons.
Akmola region is a land of strength, spirit and purity. This is a place where you can be yourself, feel the breath of the steppe and hear the voice of your ancestors. This is Kazakhstan in its deep, real form – beautiful, lively, proud.
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