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Aksu River Canyon
The sky blue Aksu River forms the stunning Aksu Canyon that impresses all who visit.
Aksu Canyon is located within Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve and is one of the highlights of a visit to the park. Naturally carved by the roaring Aksu River, this canyon is the perfect place to take a day trip. This geological wonder is 500 metres deep and 15 kilometres long, making it the ideal place for biodiversity to thrive.
Hiking the gorge will take three hours, with a route leading up into the mountains. The birch and poplar trees are spread throughout the walls of the canyon and create stunning scenery. The snow-capped mountains of the Karjantau range and Sairamskii peak create spectacular backdrops, while the crystal-clear waters are cold, fast-flowing, and display endless blues and greens.
The gorge has resident endangered snow leopards, brown bears, and ibex. Birdwatching in the canyon is highly encouraged with many birds of prey and endemic migratory bird species. Spend the day taking in the view of the World-Heritage-listed Western Tien-Shan mountains while you explore the landscapes.
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