The Wildlife of Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan

Dan Lay
By Dan Lay
Operations Manager
17th July 2025
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From the snow-capped peaks of the Tien Shan to the sun-scorched sands of the Taukum Desert, our recent tours to Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan have been nothing short of spectacular. Guests have enjoyed unforgettable encounters with a dazzling array of birdlife and other wildlife, beautifully captured by our expert tour leaders and shared with you below.

With its dramatic landscapes and rich biodiversity, Central Asia is fast becoming a must-visit destination for keen naturalists. As demand grows and availability during the prime wildlife season becomes limited, we encourage you to secure your place now.

Below we present a small selection of photos from this year in Kazakshtan and Kyrgyzstan. To view the images larger, please click on the crosshairs in the centre of each image.


White-browed Tit-warbler © Chris Griffin

Rose-coloured Starling © Chris Griffin

Ibisbill © Chris Griffin

Brown Dipper © Chris Griffin

Mountain Apollo © Machiel Valkenburg

Ice Poppy in Kyrgyzstan © Machiel Valkenburg

Esper's Marbled White © Machiel Valkenburg

Red-mantled Rosefinch © Chris Griffin

Himalayan Rubythroat © Chris Griffin

Kyrgyzstan lowlands © Dan Lay

Hungarian Glider © Machiel Valkenburg

Grey Wolf © Machiel Valkenburg

Central Asian Toadhead Agama © Dan Lay

Wild Flowers in Kyrgyzstan © Machiel Valkenburg

Long-eared Owl © Chris Griffin


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We can also offer tailormade tours to the region. For more information, please contact Tailormade Manager Jan Fox at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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