[2025 Karamay Attraction] Travel Guide for Ai Likehu (Updated Oct)

【5 days 3 nights, about 6800 RMB per person! Karamay Guide: The Black Gold City, a magical journey through the fiery land and wilderness】 Day 1: Fly to **Karamay Ancient Sea Airport**, check into a comfortable city hotel (such as Kangcheng Jianguo/Western Region International, 900 RMB/night × 3 = 2700 RMB). In the evening, stroll through the 【Karamay River Scenic Area】—an urban oasis, enjoy the fountains, egrets, and the sunset reflecting on the oil city. Must-try dinner: local big plate chicken, wild mushroom stewed lamb, baked naan with salty milk tea. Day 2: Explore the 【World Devil City】 (ticket + shuttle 98 RMB)—a Yadan landform wonder, wind-eroded castles like an alien battlefield, recommended to visit at sunset for stunning light and shadow effects. On the way, check out the oilfield "nodding donkey" group and feel the industrial pulse of the "Oil City." Overnight in Urho Town or return to the city. Day 3: Charter a car to 【Ailik Lake】 and 【Poplar River Grand Canyon】—visit the wild swan habitat, hike the red canyon, and experience the tranquility of the Gobi Desert. In the afternoon, stop by 【Colorful Stone Beach】 to pick up wind-polished agate stones. Dinner includes a visit to a Kazakh herder’s home, drink horse milk wine, and listen to the dombra. Day 4: Optional 【Sayram Lake Day Tour】 (about 600 RMB/person, including transportation) or drive deep into the 【Urho Desert Highway】—cross the edge of the Gurbantunggut Desert and shoot desert solitude photos. For the energetic, try sand sliding and camel riding. Return to the city in the evening for a local specialty sauna bath (Uyghur medicinal bath) to relax from the journey. Day 5: Visit the 【Karamay Museum】 to learn about the petroleum industry history, or stroll the 【Pedestrian Street Night Market】 to buy souvenirs: rose jam, dried goji berries, ethnic small hats, meteorite fragment souvenirs. Return at a suitable time. 💰Budget details: Airfare 3000 + accommodation 2700 + meals + transportation + tickets about 1000 + shopping reserve 600 ≈ **6700 RMB** 📌Tips: - The Devil City is windy, wear sunglasses to prevent sand; - The Gobi has extreme temperature differences, prepare sun protection and warm clothing; - For self-driving, check the vehicle in advance and bring enough water and food. ⚠️Warnings: ❌ Many “free guides” around scenic spots are salespeople, do not trust easily; ❌ No signal in desert areas, download offline maps. Five days and four nights, step into Karamay. This is not just the Black Gold City, but a poetic confrontation of fire and water. Come here, travel through the Devil City, touch the earth’s folds, and at the edge of the wilderness, see the most vast yet gentle side of Xinjiang.

Dan landforms without spending a penny can still shoot blockbuster photos! 🚀 A local veteran with 10 years of experience reveals treasured routes 👑 Instantly get the same blockbuster feel as the surface of Mars 📸 If you're lucky, you might even find golden silk jade and agate ✨ 📍【Precise Location】 🔍 No. 200 Longji Road, Urho District, Karamay City, Xinjiang (5 minutes by car from the World Ghost City Scenic Area) 🚗 Top-secret navigation guide: 1. Search "Ailik Lake" on Gaode Map 2. Drive along Provincial Road S201 to the lakeside 3. Watch for the unpaved dirt road entrance on the right (⚠️ Tips: Free but not a scenic spot, be sure to take your trash with you!) 💫【Three Hidden Activities】 ✔️ Wild Yadan Landscape 🏜️ - Get up close to China's most beautiful wind-eroded landforms - Gemlight moment: recommended from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM - Drone aerial shots are absolutely stunning (remember to report in advance) ✔️ Gobi Treasure Hunt Adventure 💎 - Three hidden treasures: 🔸 Golden silk jade: worth as much as Hetian jade! 🔸 Desert lacquer: natural ink-painting-like patterns 🔸 Agate: choose from rainbow colors - 🧭 Best treasure hunting time: the day after rain ✔️ Desert Oasis Secret Realm 🌊 - Ailik Lake turns into a dreamy ice lake in winter - Birdwatching guide: best from May to June - 📸 Check-in spot: the viewing platform 2 kilometers from the lakeside 📷【Stunning Photo Tips】 ➰ Clothing: red dresses and white shirts are most photogenic ➰ Props: cowboy hats + Martin boots match best ➰ Best shooting spot: Yadan formations at the end of the dirt road ➰ Editing: increase saturation + structure for more impact 👒【Professional Player Suggestions】 ☑️ Must-have: SPF50+ sunscreen + sandproof face scarf ☑️ Wear: high-top shoes to prevent sand and stones from entering ☑️ Accommodation recommendation: Urho Ghost City Grand Hotel ☑️ Hidden perk: you can see wild camel herds at dusk! 🌟 Tips: 1. Recommended combo: Morning at Ghost City Scenic Area (ticket 62 RMB) Afternoon at this free treasure spot 2. The Gemlight Cultural Festival in September is very lively every year

Don't say Karamay only has deserts and yardangs anymore! We've struck gold this time — Eriq Lake! A fairytale-like healing paradise hidden deep in the Gobi Desert that will instantly captivate you with its gentle charm~ 🌟【Scenic Highlights: Romance of the Gobi Pearl】 Eriq Lake is hailed as "a pearl on the Gobi Desert," Karamay's only natural freshwater lake. Standing by the shore, you'll be greeted by endless crystal-clear waters, where the azure sky mirrors the lake, and clouds seem within reach—every snapshot is Instagram-worthy! Lakeside reeds sway and rustle in the wind, while flocks of wild ducks and swans play on the water, with occasional elegant egrets skimming the surface. The evening is pure magic! The sunset paints the sky in pink and purple hues, reflecting off the shimmering lake—it's like stepping into an oil painting, so romantic it takes your breath away! 🚗【Ultimate Travel Guide】 🎫 Admission: Free! Free! Free! Say it three times—such beautiful places that cost nothing are rare! 🕙 Best Time to Visit: Arrive after 4 PM to avoid the midday sun and catch the breathtaking sunset. 2-3 hours is plenty to explore the area. 🚌 Transportation: Self-driving is recommended—navigate to "Eriq Lake," about a 1-hour drive from downtown Karamay with good roads and Gobi views. Alternatively, carpooling from the city is convenient and budget-friendly. 🗺 Itinerary: Stroll along the lakeside path, enjoy the breeze, and don’t miss the observation deck for panoramic views and perfect photo ops! Photography lovers, bring a telephoto lens for crisp shots of waterbirds. Pack a picnic mat for a lakeside feast—relaxing with the view and lake breeze is pure bliss! 🍖【Food Guide: A Taste of Karamay】 After exploring, treat your taste buds! Eriq Lake has cozy farmhouses and local eateries nearby. 🍗 Big Plate Chicken: Tender chicken, soft potatoes, and belt noodles soaked in rich sauce—huge portions best shared with friends! 🐟 Lake Fresh Fish: Eriq Lake fish is tender and sweet, perfect steamed or braised—you can taste the lake’s purity in every bite! 🍞 Naan: A Xinjiang specialty! Freshly baked naan is crispy outside and fluffy inside, paired perfectly with milk tea—eat it hot! ⚠【Must-Know Tips】 👗 Outfits: Bring a thick jacket for temperature swings; white or light-colored dresses are photo-perfect! ☀ Sun Protection: Xinjiang’s UV is intense—sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and UV clothing are a must, or you’ll regret it! 🐝 Bug Repellent: Lakeside plants mean mosquitoes—pack repellent to avoid bites. 🌿 Eco-Friendly: Help preserve this beauty—take your trash and protect the environment! Eriq Lake is an underrated treasure! Whether you seek relaxation or stunning photos, it delivers. Add it to your travel list now for an unforgettable healing escape!

At 10 o'clock last night, Karamay Erik Lake enjoyed the sunset here. Standing in the vast Gobi Desert and looking at the distant skyline, it was awesome! Wait a moment to start the Wilderness Tour, the King. Returning to the 2019 Karamay Cross Country Challenge, I am looking forward to it!