Zhongar-Alatau National Park
National Park Mountain park protecting alpine ecosystems and endemic species
In Kazakhstan’s Jetisu region, Zhongar-Alatau National Park protects rugged ranges, alpine meadows and glacial valleys; visitors come for multi-day hikes, horseback treks and mountain photography.
How to Get to Zhongar-Alatau National Park #
The park is accessed from towns in the Jetisu (Almaty) region; most visitors approach from Tekeli or from Almaty by road. Distances are long and services limited - arrange transport and accommodation in advance.
Tips for Visiting Zhongar-Alatau National Park #
- Hire a local guide for multi-day treks - the park's high ridges and valleys are best navigated with someone who knows seasonal river crossings.
- Be prepared for limited services: bring a satellite communicator or register plans with park authorities before heading into remote areas.
- Summer offers the best trail access but expect mosquitoes in lower meadows.
Best Time to Visit Zhongar-Alatau National Park #
Summer and shoulder seasons provide the safest and most scenic access; winter is only for experienced mountaineers.
Weather & Climate near Zhongar-Alatau National Park #
Zhongar-Alatau National Park's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -25°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (550 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -25°C. The driest month with just 17 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -25°C. The driest month with just 17 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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