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Altyn-Emel National Park · Singing Sand Dunes

Featuring a 3km long singing dune 150m high in a steppe environment. Visitors can enjoy dune climbing, wildlife viewing, and petroglyph exploration. Best visited April to October, with basic facilities rated 4/10.

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Best season: Spring
Difficulty: 6
Region: Kazakhstan, Altyn-Emel

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