Koytendag Mountains

Hidden in the far east of Turkmenistan, The Koytendag Mountains are a true paradise for adventure lovers and nature seekers. Their name, meaning "Mountains of deep canyons" perfectly captures the dramatic scenery: towering cliffs sliced by deep gorges where the sky sometimes appears as just a thin ribbon above you. This remote region is packed with natural wonders. It is home to the country's highest peak, Mount Ayrybaba (3,139 meters), as well as some of deepest lakes and longest caves of Turkmenistan. One of the most fascinating highlight of Koytendag Mountains is the famous Dinosaur Plateau, where you can still see the footprints of prehistoric giants frozen in stone. The landscape here are just as striking as their history. The foothills glow on shades red thanks to colorful rock formations, while the mountain slopes are covered with rare juniper groves. Higher up, wild grasses, flowers, and shrubs take over, joined by mulberry trees, sycamores, and other fruit trees that bring life and color to this rugged terrain.