Safarabasteh Forest Park

Safarabasteh Forest Park is located in Gilan Province, near the city of Astaneh-ye Ashrafiyeh, in Kiashahr District. The area lies along the road between Astaneh-ye Ashrafiyeh and the port of Kiashahr, and the village of Safarabasteh, after which the park is named, is a few kilometres from Astaneh-ye Ashrafiyeh. With its unique beauty, this natural attraction is one of the most beloved places for nature tourism in northern Iran.

In this forest park, tall, lush trees along the asphalt road have naturally intertwined their branches, creating an amazing forest tunnel that is also called the "tree tunnel". The forest has diverse vegetation, including Gilan poplar, willow, alder, hornbeam (Tous) and Tabrizi poplar, offering a beautiful and distinctive view of the forests of northern Iran. The park has very basic facilities and there are no amenities such as restrooms, but its unrivalled beauty makes up for this shortcoming.

To reach Safarabasteh Forest Park, go to Astaneh-ye Ashrafiyeh and then take the Kiashahr road towards the port of Kiashahr. After about 10 to 12 kilometres, road signs will direct you towards the village of Safarabasteh. From here, the forest and the natural tunnel begin. The best time to visit is spring, when the air is cool and humid, and the lush forest together with the pleasant northern climate creates a delightful setting for nature tourism. Autumn also offers a different and beautiful view of the forest, with its colourful leaves and soft sunlight. When visiting this natural attraction, it is especially important to follow the principles of responsible nature tourism, such as avoiding fires, not leaving litter and respecting the environment.