Golestan National Park in Golestan province

One of the most outstanding wildlife sanctuaries in northeast of Iran, this beautiful national park stretches from Gorgan to the west to Bojnurd to the east & Shahrud to the south. It is home to some of the most famous animals of Iran: Urial Ram, Mountain Gazelle, Wild Boar, & Persian Leopard. The park also hosts a variety of plants & trees. It has an ideal setting: Caspian Sea is only 1 hour drive when heading west, Alborz mountains are less than 1 hour drive to the south, & the fertile plains of Torkman Sahra & Khorasan are situated to the north & east.

Such proximity to different geographical features has resulted in wonderful climatic varieties. Snow in the winter, hot temperatures in the summer, migrating birds in 3 out of 4 seasons, & colourful & wide-ranging plants, flowers, & trees. It is therefore not surprising to see such an interesting combination of wildlife in the region. Many Iranians visit Golestan National Park every year, mostly in the summer. Their favourite destination is NaharKhoran camp, where wildlife expeditions are planned & ecological & adventure tours take place. When in Iran, make arrangements to visit this magnificent place.

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