Tour To Hirkan National Park Talysh Mountains

Period: All Year

Discover the ancient forests and rich biodiversity of Azerbaijan’s humid subtropical region with a year-round guided excursion through Hirkan National Park. Spanning a vast protected area across the Lankaran and Astara regions, this remarkable reserve safeguards rare relic trees and endemic wildlife, including the Talysh leopard, Talysh pheasant, golden eagle, and black stork.

Your journey includes an authentic local hospitality experience with a one-night stay at a local family home, including breakfast. Travel comfortably with dedicated round-trip transportation and full assistance from a professional guide in your preferred language. All national park entrance fees are included.

Nestled between the dramatic Talysh Mountains and the Caspian Sea, Hirkan National Park is an ecological marvel. Established in 2004, the park protects valuable Hyrcanian forest ecosystems, which are part of the UNESCO-listed Hyrcanian Forests World Heritage property. These ancient forests contain exceptional broad-leaved species and preserve important relic and endemic flora. (UNESCO World Heritage Centre)

Walking beneath the canopy of ironwood trees (Parrotia persica), chestnut-leaved oaks, and other ancient forest species feels like stepping back into a prehistoric world.

Beyond its remarkable botanical diversity, the park provides a refuge for complex ecosystems and a variety of wildlife. Nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers may encounter species such as the Hirkan chickadee, black stork, golden eagle, marbled teal, and other rare birds, along with mammals including the leopard.

Authentic Hospitality & Seamless Logistics

Staying in a local family home offers an extraordinary cultural experience, providing a firsthand taste of Southern Azerbaijani traditions, regional cuisine, and renowned local hospitality. You will wake up to fresh local bread, homemade butter, and regional tea before embarking on guided hiking trails tailored to your preferred level of physical activity.

Whether you are traveling as a couple, family, or corporate group, our modern fleet ensures a comfortable and scenic journey from Baku along the coastal highway. Contact our team to request custom group pricing, reserve your preferred dates, or add local culinary experiences to your trip.

Hirkan National Park

Hirkan National Park was established in 2004 in the Lankaran and Astara regions. Its primary purpose is to protect the region’s humid subtropical landscapes, as well as its relic and endemic plant species.

The park is home to remarkable plant diversity, including rare and endemic species. Its forests form part of the wider Hyrcanian forest ecosystem, which is recognized by UNESCO for its exceptional ecological and biological value. The Hyrcanian Forests contain thousands of vascular plant species and provide habitat for numerous rare, endangered, and endemic species. (UNESCO World Heritage Centre)

The park’s wildlife includes the Talysh leopard, Talysh pheasant, Hirkan chickadee, black stork, golden eagle, marbled teal, and many other species.

Including:

1-night stay in a local family home with breakfast

Professional guide service in the requested language

Round-trip transportation

Entrance to Hirkan National Park

Excluding:

Any service not mentioned in the inclusion list

Alcoholic drinks

Meals other than the included breakfast

Note:

The price is per person and depends on the group size.

1–5 people: Mercedes-Benz Vito with 6 seats

6–15 people: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with 17 seats

16 or more people: Large coach with 35–48 seats