Tours of Central Asia and Kazakhstan -
Natural attractions of Aktobe region -
The Shirkala Nature Reserve was created to preserve the natural diversity of the region, protect the saiga population and endangered species of flora and fauna. Many species of animals living in this region are listed in the Red Book of Kazakhstan, such as steppe eagle, bustard, and saiga.
Saiga migration trails pass through the reserve, which was also the reason for the creation of a protected area here. Herds of saiga antelope can be observed on the territory of the reserve in the spring.
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How to get there and visit -
The Shirkala Nature Reserve is located in the Aktobe region, Bayganinsky district, Republic of Kazakhstan.
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Tourist Information
It is best to travel around the Shirkala Nature Reserve by 4x4 car, as the roads here are dusty and sometimes difficult to traverse. The reserve consists of a steppe, a table hill with amazing relief forms, the highest points here are 300 meters above sea level. Traveling through the Shirkala Nature Reserve, we will see herds of saiga protected here.
It is especially beautiful in the reserve in spring and early summer, the nature of the region blooms and fills with colors, but in the second half of summer the region completely burns out in July and August it is very hot here. When traveling in this region, it is necessary to observe safety precautions and stay out of the sun for a long time, have a supply of water and a guide who knows the area.
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