Here’s another Iran jungle tour, this time focusing on a northwest-to-northeast journey through the Hyrcanian forest belt — starting in Astara (on the Azerbaijan border) and ending in Gorgan. This route offers a full spectrum of Caspian jungle landscapes, ethnic diversity, and cultural heritage with lush green scenery almost every step of the way.

Route: Astara → Talesh → Masal → Fuman → Ramsar → Gorgan

Best season: Late April to October
Travel style: Slow exploration with village stays, light treks, and diverse local culture

🌲 Why Choose This Tour?

✅ Covers the entire length of Iran’s Hyrcanian Forests — a UNESCO World Heritage ecosystem
✅ You’ll meet Talysh, Gilaki, Mazani, and Turkmen communities
✅ The landscapes shift daily: from foggy highlands to dense jungle, tea farms to waterfalls
✅ You’ll stay in authentic forest ecolodges or traditional wooden houses
✅ Ideal for travelers who want nature, culture, and storytelling—not crowds

🗺 Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Astara – The Forest Border

Arrive via Rasht or Ardabil airport, then transfer to Astara.
Visit Heyran Pass and Latoun Waterfall, the tallest waterfall in Iran.
Walk through Gisum Forest, where trees reach down to the Caspian shore.
Overnight in a Talysh village near the forest line.

Day 2: Astara → Talesh – Forest & Pasture Life

Drive along the Talesh Mountains, passing rice fields and rivers.
Visit Talesh Museum and summer pastures of nomadic herders.
Hike among misty forests and stay overnight in a village near Subatan (seasonal) or downtown Talesh.

Day 3: Talesh → Masal – Cloud Forests

Head to Masal, one of the most magical cloud-jungle destinations in Iran.
Explore Olasbelangah and Shir Mard Forest, with panoramic hilltop views over thick jungle layers.
Experience homemade mountain food, fresh herbs, and friendly hosts.
Overnight in a wooden hut or eco-cabin.

Day 4: Masal → Fuman → Lahijan

Continue south to Fuman, home of the famous Koloocheh (filled pastry).
Visit Rudkhan Castle, a massive fortress hidden deep in the jungle, accessible via a forest stair trail.
Afternoon in Lahijan tea fields: walk the hills, sip tea at the Tea Museum, and enjoy lakeside views.
Overnight stay in Lahijan.

Day 5: Lahijan → Ramsar – Coastline Meets Jungle

Drive along the Caspian Highway through dense foliage.
Visit Dalkhani Forest and Namak Abrud for optional cable car rides into the green hills.
Arrive in Ramsar, known for its blend of sea, forest, and historical charm.
Overnight near the forest or coastline.

Day 6: Ramsar → Gorgan – Eastern Jungle Route

Take the highway east, entering Mazandaran’s eastern jungles.
Stop in Chalus, Noor, or Behshahr for local food and short forest walks.
Reach Gorgan by evening.
Walk through Nahar Khoran Forest Park, a lush jungle at the edge of the city.
Overnight in boutique lodge or forest guesthouse.

Day 7: Gorgan & Departure

Visit Ziarat Village or explore Alangdareh Forest, known for its fall foliage.
Tour ends with transfer to Gorgan Airport or return drive to Tehran.