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You must visit 'Xishuangbanna' at least once, Run under the tall palm trees in the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden. The wind that blows past your ears is not only the wind, but also freedom. The Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden is divided into east and west areas. The west area has a variety of plant types and the roads are very flat, which is friendly to the elderly and children💌. 🌴Palm Garden: A large area of palm trees are intricately arranged, giving a holiday feel. 🌿Aquatic Plant Garden: June to September is the recommended viewing period for Victoria amazonica, Before August 31, visitors weighing less than 40 kg can experience sitting on Victoria amazonica for a fee. 🍀Exotic Flower Garden: You can often see dancing grass moving with the guide's singing. 💐Flower Garden: Suitable for taking photos and checking in. The pink paper fan flowers are super out of the picture, the large pink ones are the sepals of the flower, and the small yellow dots in the middle are the flowers. I have imagined countless times, The look of being in close contact with plants in nature, What I felt in the 'West Area of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden' Is far more shocking and beautiful than my imagination✨. You must come once to experience the specialness here. 📌Tips: ①There are sightseeing cars in the park, 50r/person for a single park area, and 100r/person for the east and west areas. ②If you have time to build slowly, it is recommended to stay in the Victoria amazonica Hotel in the scenic area and play at any time. ③Prevent mosquitoes and sun protection. Wearing solid color clothes is more out of the picture. 🚍Transportation: 🚃Bus: Xishuangbanna Passenger Station—Meng Lun Town, ticket price 23r. 🚌Scenic Area Direct Bus: You can take it at Gaozhuang and Poshui Square, the ticket price is 45r.

🌴 A Third-Timer's Tearful Summary: The Right Way to Experience Xishuangbanna Skip the social media hype and enjoy Southeast Asian vibes for just 800 yuan per person 🚗 Transportation Tips to Avoid Tourist Traps Local Didi driver taught me to spot "Peacock License Plates" ✅ Airport Transfer Money-Saving Tips For early morning flights, take the Jinglan Convention Center Hotel shuttle (not announced at airport). Show your room number for a free ride! Bonus: You can bring Laotian iced coffee onboard for the return trip ✅ Gaozhuang Tricycle Secret Rules Say "Going to Mandou Village for BBQ" to save 10 yuan - drivers will treat you like a regular and reveal which fruit stalls have the most accurate scales ✅ Hidden Shuttle at Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden Buy tickets at the north entrance to get a direct bus included - departs 30 minutes earlier than the bus station, plus enjoy the jackfruit aroma in the back seats 📸 Photo Secrets at Manting Garden Find the side entrance steps by the main temple - the 4PM lighting perfectly sculpts your jawline 🌺 Dai Costume Rental Pro Tips "Strapless style + gold belt + egg flower" = look 3 pounds slimmer in photos. Skip the 199 yuan photo package; better angles by following tour group photographers 🌺 Elephant Feeding Timing Strategy Feed elephants bananas before 10:30 AM to have the lawn to yourself - after 11 AM it becomes as crowded as a kindergarten field trip 🌺 Bonfire Night Position Secrets Grab the southeast corner during the water lantern ceremony! Then dash to the third row of the bonfire circle - perfect spot to avoid smoke and get captured by photographers 🐘 Wild Elephant Valley Strategy Guide The 35°C heat becomes worth it when you spot wild elephants ⚠️ Elephant Keeper Experience Hidden Access Book the "Elephant Keeper + Caretaker Experience" three days ahead by phone. Watch other tourists' envious looks as you brush the elephants ⚠️ Cable Car Golden Timing Take the 12:47 ride! Avoids tour group meal times, and the sunlight creates diamond-like effects - friends will think you're in Chiang Mai ⚠️ Elephant Dung Paper-Making Adventure Staff will ask you to guess the materials - answer "pineapple skin" for a chance at special flower petal paper. Don't smell the drying pulp! 🍍 Starlight Night Market Survival Guide From getting ripped off to becoming a VIP - my food journey 🔥 Chicken Feet Insider Code Look for the auntie with blue gloves using a metal mortar. Ask for "two extra spicy dips" to unlock hell mode - watch northerners break into song from the heat 🔥 Fish in Vegetables Secret Menu Find the uncle wearing crocs behind Luoluo Ice House. Get the 20 yuan set with extra lettuce - transforms into Seoul's Gwangjang Market in three bites 🔥 Coconut Mango Pro Tips Ask for two scoops of butterfly pea flower sticky rice - purple+yellow+white creates perfect Thai colors. Expect to be stopped for photos 7 times while walking around 🌧️ Rainy Season Survival Guide These essentials will keep you Instagram-ready through downpours ☔ Quick-dry bucket hat: 100 times more useful than umbrellas, doubles as a photo prop during sun showers ☔ Silicone shoe covers: Essential for Gaozhuang's flooded streets, fluorescent colors become fashion statements ☔ Sealed pill case: Pack Huoxiang Zhengqi pills + herbal balm, pull them out like a spy when heat strikes ⚠️ Learned the hard way: No cotton dresses! Sudden rain makes them police-callingly transparent 🏨 Guesthouse Secrets Owners Won't Tell You River view rooms aren't always the best choice 🌴 Infinity Pool Time Warp Book above the 30th floor in Gaozhuang - go for BBQ at 8PM, return to find the rooftop pool all to yourself 🌴 Dai Village Guesthouse Morning Magic Wake up before 9AM in Manyuan Village to capture perfect shots of champaca flowers on Dai brocade bedding - housekeeper might slip you fresh star gooseberries 🌴 Botanical Garden Overnight Hidden Gem Call Victoria Hotel front desk to book "Research Room" - join researchers catching fireflies at night, worth 10 times the daytime ticket 🚫 Local Insider Warnings I've fallen into these traps so you don't have to ❗ Skip rental scooters at attraction entrances! Gaozhuang's scan-and-go bikes have exclusive "Lancang River Scenic Route" ❗ Visit Mange Fruit Market after 5PM for filling free samples - check mangosteen quality by asking "how many segments on the bottom?" ❗ Avoid 199 yuan Hani ethnic photo packages - buy accessories separately and book with Huhui photographers for better results than assembly-line studios

• Opening hours: 8:00–18:00, latest entry at 17:00. • Ticket price: CNY 80 per adult. Tickets can be purchased through the "Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences" mini program, official account, or major travel apps. • Park zones: Divided into the East Zone and the West Zone. The West Zone is a themed garden with many specialized plant areas. The East Zone is a primitive tropical rainforest, including the Green Stone Forest Scenic Area and the Tropical Rainforest Scenic Area. Transportation Guide • Self-driving: Navigate to "West Gate of Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences". It is about 70 km from Jinghong City, a drive of 1–1.5 hours. • Direct shuttle bus to the scenic area: Many travel service centers in Jinghong City provide pick-up and drop-off services, which can be booked through online mini programs. • Public transportation: Take a bus from Jinghong City Passenger Station to Menglun Town, and then walk to the scenic area after arriving in Menglun Town. Tour Route • West Zone: West Gate → Shade Plant Garden → Aquatic Plant Garden → Palm Garden → Banyan Garden → Garden of Exotic Flowers and Herbs → Baihu Garden → Arboretum → Garden of Celebrities and Famous Trees → National Tree and National Flower Garden. • East Zone: West Zone Tourist Center → Green Stone Forest Station → Tropical Rainforest Station → Return to West Zone. Must-See Attractions • Aquatic Plant Garden: There are huge Victoria water lilies. You can experience taking photos while sitting on the water lilies from June to October. • Banyan Garden: You can see strangler figs, single trees forming a forest, and other unique landscapes. • Baihu Garden: There are many kinds of flowers and a colorful hot air balloon, perfect for taking pictures. • Palm Garden: There are more than 400 kinds of palm plants, where you can take jungle blockbusters. • Tropical Rainforest Scenic Area: You can see strangler figs, buttress roots and other classic rainforest plants, as well as large tree waterfalls. Other Information • Dining: There are restaurants and snack stalls in the park, where you can taste bamboo rice, pineapple rice and other special delicacies. You can also bring your own food. • Accommodation: There is the Wanglian Hotel in the park, which is convenient for playing in the morning and evening. The prices of nearby homestays are relatively affordable. • Precautions: Bring mosquito repellent, sunscreen, sun hat, etc.; wear light and comfortable shoes and clothing; abide by park regulations, and do not pick or trample plants at will.

⚠️Tearful warnings⚠️ ❄️Hypothermia from being splashed with ice water 📱Phone destroyed on the spot 💦Besieged by the Songkran army until social death... 🎉Songkran secrets revealed today‼️ To all the darlings🧚‍♀️ planning to come to Yunnan for Songkran, you are destined to avoid all the pitfalls this year💣 ⏰ Time: April 13–15, 2023 (core day is the 14th) Main battlefield: Gaozhuang main road/Songkran Square/city streets (you'll get splashed just walking down the street!) 📅 Songkran Schedule Apr 12 | Opening day, the whole prefecture is on holiday, go buy your gear 🎒 Apr 13 | Lancang River Dragon Boat Race + tens of thousands of Kongming Lanterns 🏮 Apr 14 | Float Parade + Market + Citywide Songkran Battle (road closures!)💦 Apr 15 | Songkran Blessing (climax day) + Releasing Water Lanterns (CNY 3/each, wish in Dai language "Ruli Jinwang") 🔥 Must-Do Activities ✅ Water Fetching Ceremony (Apr 13 riverside) → Wear Dai costumes and take group photos ✅ Tens of Thousands of People Splashing Water (Apr 14 square) → Pressurized water gun + stay away from the water bucket auntie squad! ✅ Electronic Music Songkran (Apr 14–15 night) → Water disco 💃 ✅ Releasing Water Lanterns (Apr 15 riverside) → Lotus lantern blessings 💣 Tearful Pitfalls to Avoid ☑️ Eyeglass wearers, switch to daily disposables + swim goggles ☑️ 3 layers of waterproofing for your phone ☑️ Beware of "silver water" attacks (ice water/warm water mixed in!) ❌White T-shirts will definitely be see-through (dark-colored quick-drying shirts are effective, tested!) ❌Don't go out from 12:00–14:00 (traffic paralysis + craziest splashing) Road closure notice: Gaozhuang is closed to traffic from noon on Apr 14, walking is the best way to get around! 🎒 Equipment Checklist ▪️ Pressurized water gun (serious on-site premium!) ▪️ Waterproof phone bag (neck strap style) ▪️ Quick-drying shirt + sunscreen ice sleeves + Crocs ▪️ Earplugs (to prevent water guns from squirting your ears) 🍍 Limited-Time Foodie Check-In Oyster sauce mango | Lemon pounded chicken feet | Iced Paoruda | Dai-style grilled tofu Recommended Itinerary: 📅 Day 1: Arrive in Xishuangbanna ✈️ After arriving in Xishuangbanna, head to Xishuangbanna Xin Sheng Times Hotel (Songkran Square Branch) to check in. 🏨 After resting at the hotel, you can go to the nearby Songkran Square to experience the lively local atmosphere. 🎉 📅 Day 2: Unveiling the Rainforest 🌲 In the morning, go to Jinuo Mountain to go deep into the rainforest and challenge yourself with exciting tree descents and rainforest trekking. 🧗‍♂️ Enjoy a special rainforest meal along the way, with ingredients grilled in banana leaves and bamboo slices, and feel the gifts of nature. 🍖 In the evening, check in to Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel and experience a unique accommodation environment. 🏡 📅 Day 3: Unlocking the Secrets of Plants 🌿 Free time in the morning, and in the afternoon, go to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences with a professional science guide to hike and explore the mysteries of plants. 🌿 Return to the city in the afternoon and check in to Xishuangbanna Xin Sheng Times Hotel (Songkran Square Branch). 🏨 📅 Day 4: Footprints of the Buddha Kingdom 🐘 In the morning, go to Wild Elephant Valley to explore the traces of wild elephants. 🌿 In the afternoon, stroll through Manting Park and the General Buddhist Temple to encounter Asian elephants and the Dai Royal Garden. 🏯 Return to the city in the evening and check in to the hotel. 🏨 📅 Day 5: Farewell to Southern Yunnan ✈️ Arrange airport transfer according to your return flight time and end your pleasant trip. 👋 💦 Remember: Get wet all over, be happy for life! (But don't get hypothermia from being splashed with ice water 😂) ------------------------------ Click the link below for more details 👇 ------------------------------

Hey everyone! Today, I'm taking you to explore a treasure hotel in Xishuangbanna - Victoria Amazonica Hotel! 🌈💖 As soon as you step into Victoria Amazonica Hotel, you will be deeply attracted by the strong tropical customs and the greenery! 🌿🌺 The hotel is like a bright pearl hidden in the tropical rainforest, surrounded by lush vegetation and gurgling streams, making you feel like you are integrated into the embrace of nature. The design of the rooms is really unique! 🛏️🎨 The rooms are spacious and bright, and the decoration is full of ethnic customs. The bedding is soft and comfortable, making you want to lie down and never get up. Moreover, each room has large windows, so you can enjoy the tropical rainforest scenery outside the window, just like living in a painting! 🖼️🌳 The hotel service is also super considerate! 💁‍♀️💖 The staff are warm and friendly and always provide us with services with a smile. Whether it is asking about surrounding attractions or wanting to taste local delicacies, they can give the best advice. Here, I can also fully enjoy the unique charm of the tropical rainforest! 🏞️🐒 In the morning, I can take a walk in the hotel's garden, listen to the birds singing, and watch the monkeys playing; in the afternoon, I can sunbathe by the pool and enjoy a leisurely time. And, the food at Victoria Amazonica Hotel is also amazing! 🍴🤤 The dishes offered by the restaurant are authentic Dai flavors, fresh and delicious, making people want to come back for more. Especially the Dai grilled fish, which is extremely delicious! 🐟🔥 In short, Xishuangbanna Victoria Amazonica Hotel is a secluded paradise that makes people linger! 🌴🏨 Come here and feel the mystery and beauty of the tropical rainforest! You will not be disappointed! 🎉💖

My dears, is there a song that makes you yearn for that mysterious and exotic paradise with summer all year round, and you can't wait to be there and feel its unique charm? It was because of the song "Xishuangbanna is Waiting for You", "Xishuangbanna, a beautiful place, peacocks flying, elephants wandering, the joy of the Water Splashing Festival spreads everywhere, and the tropical rainforest hides so many dreams." The cheerful and exciting melody and lyrics full of tropical charm seem to take me through the tropical rainforest of Xishuangbanna, dancing with peacocks, playing with elephants, and starting a fantasy journey. So in March, I set foot on this desirable land. Come and take a look at the guide! Xishuangbanna, located in the southern part of Yunnan Province, is a multi-ethnic settlement mainly inhabited by the Dai people. In March, the average temperature in Xishuangbanna is 20-30℃, with scorching sunshine, lush greenery, and colorful flowers. The place is filled with strong ethnic customs, with ancient temples, unique Dai bamboo houses and dense rainforests complementing each other. ✈️【Transportation Guide】 If you take a plane, you can fly directly to Xishuangbanna Gasa International Airport. There are many routes. After getting off the plane, there are buses, airport shuttles, and taxis to the city, making travel convenient. For travel within the city, public transportation can cover some areas. If you want to go to scenic spots such as Gaozhuang Xishuangjing, Manting Park, etc., you can ride a shared bicycle through the streets and alleys, feel the breeze on your face, and enjoy the scenery along the way; if you want to go to slightly farther places such as the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, you can take a tourist line or charter a car, which is convenient and fast, and you can stop at any time to take pictures. 🗺【Travel route】 Day 1: Gaozhuang Xishuangjing - Xingguang Night Market - Shwedagon Pagoda After arriving in Xishuangbanna in the morning, we went straight to Gaozhuang Xishuangjing, which is a popular check-in spot in Xishuangbanna. The strong Southeast Asian architectural style makes people feel like they are in a foreign country😍. Visit the specialty shops and pick out exquisite ethnic handicrafts. At night, the Starlight Night Market is brightly lit and filled with stalls. You can taste Dai-style barbecue, lemongrass grilled fish and other delicacies, and the aroma is everywhere. The Shwedagon Pagoda sparkles under the lights, and it is amazing to take pictures. Day 2: Manting Park - Zongfo Temple In the morning, we went to Manting Park, which was once the royal garden of the Dai King. There are ancient buildings, exquisite Buddha statues, and elephant performances in the park (pay attention to protecting animal rights). Take a stroll through it and feel the luxury and nobility of the Dai King period. At noon, enjoy Dai delicacies near the park, such as pineapple rice and bamboo tube rice, which are sweet and delicious. In the afternoon, we will go to the Zongfo Temple, which is the pilgrimage center for Buddhist believers in Xishuangbanna. The temple is solemn and majestic, and the buildings are magnificent. Listening to the melodious bell sounds can purify your soul. Day 3: Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences - Dai Garden Early in the morning, we went to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, which is home to tens of thousands of tropical plants and is a microcosm of the plant kingdom. Take a sightseeing bus through the park, see exotic flowers and plants such as Victoria amazonica and dancing grass, and marvel at the magic of nature. After lunch in the park, head to the Dai Garden to experience the Dai folk customs, participate in the Water Splashing Festival (there are also small-scale experiences during non-traditional festivals), feel the blessing of water, visit the Dai bamboo house, and learn about the life of the Dai people. Day 4: Wild Elephant Valley - Jinuo Village (optional) In the morning, go to the Wild Elephant Valley, which is one of the main habitats of Asian elephants in China. If you are lucky, you can see wild elephants. Walk along the plank road, breathe the fresh air, admire the tropical rainforest scenery, watch elephant performances, and feed elephants (in accordance with protection principles). If you have enough time, go to the Jino village in the afternoon to learn about the unique culture of the Jino people, taste Jino food, and feel the charm of this minority ethnic group. Day 5: Wangtianshu Scenic Area - Return Go to Wangtianshu Scenic Area, where there are towering Wangtianshu trees. Walking on the canopy corridor, overlooking the entire rainforest, it is thrilling. After the tour, we prepared to return, leaving with full of good memories. 🌟【Must-visit attractions】 1. Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: Experience Southeast Asian style, visit the night market, taste delicious food, and feel the lively atmosphere. 2. Manting Park: Appreciate the charm of the Dai King's Royal Garden, admire the exquisite architecture, and enjoy a leisurely time. 3. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences: Explore the plant kingdom, increase knowledge, and broaden your horizons. 4. Wild Elephant Valley: Follow the traces of wild elephants, get close to nature, and feel the agility of animals. 📝【Practical Tips】 Book tickets for popular attractions such as the Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Wild Elephant Valley online in advance; the ultraviolet rays in Xishuangbanna are strong in March, so bring sunscreen, sunglasses🕶, and a sun hat; wear comfortable shoes for easy walking. 🍲【Local food recommendation】 1. Dai-style barbecue: grilled pork belly, grilled chicken, grilled fish, etc., paired with unique dipping sauce, tender and delicious. 2. Pineapple Rice: Made from fresh steamed pineapple, it has a sweet and sour flavor and the glutinous rice tastes great. 3. Bamboo tube rice: The fragrance of bamboo is integrated into the glutinous rice, giving it a unique flavor. 🏨【Hotel Accommodation】 1. Near Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: Xishuangbanna Bodusenyang VILLA Panoramic Resort Hotel, with a superior location, overlooking the beautiful scenery of Gaozhuang, and a good accommodation experience. 2. Near the Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences: Victoria Regency Hotel, close to the botanical garden, with beautiful environment and convenient transportation. ❗【Tips】 1. When buying local specialties at night markets, compare prices from several stores and beware of high prices and low quality. 2. When participating in the Songkran Festival, please be careful to protect valuable items such as electronic products. 3. Watch elephant performances, feed elephants and follow animal protection regulations. My dears, Xishuangbanna is really fun, with so many delicious foods and beautiful scenery. Follow this guide and I guarantee you will have a great time. Let’s go!

**Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, CAS** (shortened as "Banna Botanical Garden") is one of the largest botanical gardens in China with the richest collection of species. It is also a comprehensive botanical garden integrating scientific research, species conservation, popular science education, and ecotourism. Here's its history, features, main attractions, and travel guide: **Historical Background** - **Establishment**: Founded in 1959 under the leadership of renowned botanist Professor Cai Xitao, it is affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences. - **Development Goal**: Aims to research the development and protection of tropical plant resources, filling the gap in China's tropical botany research. - **International Status**: Now a national 5A scenic spot, it boasts approximately 13,000 living plant species, 38 specialized garden areas, and is known as the "Kingdom of Tropical Plants." **Core Features** 1. **Integration of Scientific Research and Nature** - Based on scientific research, the garden's design combines scientific rigor with aesthetic appeal. Many plants are labeled with detailed scientific information. 2. **A Paradise of Biodiversity** - Encompasses ecosystems such as tropical rainforests, monsoon forests, and karst landscapes, preserving a large number of endangered plants (like Parashorea chinensis and Dracaena cochinchinensis). 3. **Distinct East and West Zones with Different Styles** - **West Zone**: 38 meticulously planned theme gardens, exquisite landscapes, ideal for photography and learning. - **East Zone**: Pristine tropical rainforest and Green Stone Forest scenic area, offering a strong sense of hiking and adventure, suitable for nature enthusiasts. 4. **Unique Night Tour Experience** - Guided tours are available at night to observe fireflies, nocturnal blooming plants (like Victoria amazonica), and nocturnal animals. **Main Attractions and Activities** **West Zone (Essential Area, Must-See)** 1. **Victoria Amazonica Pond** - **Features**: In summer (June–October), the giant leaves of Victoria amazonica can support the weight of a child (photographs require a fee). The reflections of the bamboo groves and palm trees by the pond are incredibly beautiful. - **Activities**: Take photos in the soft light of early morning or dusk, and experience "walking on water lilies." 2. **Palm Garden** - Expansive palm forests create a tropical promenade, perfect for capturing lush, forest-themed photos. 3. **Exotic Flower and Plant Garden** - Features interesting plants like the dancing plant, mimosa pudica, and miracle fruit, offering interactive experiences (such as singing to the dancing plant). 4. **Hundred Gardens** - Flowers bloom year-round, with pink flamboyant trees, flame trees, and bougainvillea creating a feast of colors. 5. **Banyan Tree Garden** - Witness typical tropical rainforest wonders like single-tree forests and strangler figs. **East Zone (Adventure-Oriented)** 1. **Tropical Rainforest Scenic Area** - Hike along the boardwalk through the primeval rainforest, observing ecological phenomena such as buttress roots, giant vines, and epiphytes. 2. **Green Stone Forest Scenic Area** - A unique blend of karst landforms and tropical plants, featuring peculiar landscapes of stone peaks, caves, and trees embracing rocks. **Special Activities** - **Night Tour of the Botanical Garden** (Highly Recommended!) - Time: 7:30–9:00 PM (reservations required). - Experience: Search for fireflies, observe nocturnal blooming plants (like Epiphyllum oxypetalum), listen to insect calls, and feel the mystery of the tropical rainforest. - **Science Presentations** - It is recommended to hire a guide (approx. CNY 200/group) or use an electronic guide to gain a deeper understanding of the scientific stories behind the plants. **Recommended Routes** - **One-Day Tour (West Zone + Night Tour)** Morning: West Zone Victoria Amazonica Pond → Palm Garden → Exotic Flower and Plant Garden → Hundred Gardens → Banyan Tree Garden; Afternoon: East Zone Rainforest Hike (optional if you have the stamina); Evening: Participate in the night tour. - **Half-Day Tour (West Zone Only)** Focus on Victoria Amazonica Pond, Palm Garden, and Exotic Flower and Plant Garden, allowing 3–4 hours. **Tickets and Transportation** - **Tickets**: CNY 80/person (entire garden), electric cart West Zone CNY 50/person, entire garden CNY 100/person. - **Transportation**: - From Jinghong City: Chartered car/shared car approx. 1 hour (one-way approx. CNY 150/car); - Direct bus from Gaozhuang (approx. CNY 25/person, 1.5-hour journey). **Best Season** - **Suitable year-round**, but different seasons offer different highlights: - April–June: Firefly season; - June–October: Victoria Amazonica blooming season; - November–March: Cool climate, ideal for escaping the cold. **Practical Tips** 1. **Essential Items**: Sunscreen, sun hat, mosquito repellent, comfortable athletic shoes (hiking required in the East Zone). 2. **Dining in the Garden**: Simple meals are available at the West Zone entrance. It is recommended to bring your own water and snacks. 3. **Accommodation Recommendation**: The only hotel in the garden, "Wanglian Hotel," allows you to check in directly after the night tour and experience the botanical garden's tranquility in the early morning. 4. **Avoiding Crowds**: Fewer people in the morning when the garden opens, ideal for taking photos; tour groups are mostly concentrated after 10:00 AM. **Summary** Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden is an excellent choice for nature lovers and family trips, offering opportunities to learn about tropical plants and experience the rainforest ecosystem immersively. If time permits, it is recommended to plan for a full day, combining daytime educational tours with magical nighttime explorations, experiencing the dual charm of the "Kingdom of Plants" by day and night! Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, Yunnan, China

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The first cross-border tourist train in China - Xingguang Lanmei D1; 21:00 Kunming Station You will be accompanied and guided by a butler throughout the journey, and seated in the business waiting room Provide tea and snacks After arriving, start a 7-day, 6-night cross-border trip between China and Laos After getting on the train that night, Car 8 (the functional car with midnight snacks and drinks [StarEyes]) Potato chips, French fries, cocktails🍸, juice🍹…～Unlimited For each drink, the lady will carefully hand-draw a picture and attach warm words [Like] D2; Xishuangbanna trip (no need to bring large luggage) 9:20 Get off the train Go to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences to check in at the botanical garden and make water lanterns for blessings Lunch at Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel, Laos Vientiane Shenmu Museum, and check in at Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences in the afternoon Dinner - Peacock Feast Check in at the train station D3 Luang Prabang 7:00-7:40 After breakfast, take all the luggage off the bus and go through the border inspection. Then return to the bus. After arriving in Laos, take the luggage again and go through the Lao border inspection (it is now Lao time) After lunch on the train at noon, we got off at 13:15 Lao time and arrived in Luang Prabang to visit the Luang Prabang Palace, Wat Xieng Thong (clothing must be above the knee), Mount Phousi, and the Foreigner Street (too many European and American foreigners). We stayed at the Mont Kiara Hotel D4 Alms-Kuang Si Waterfall-Rice Field Coffee-First Elephant Experience-Vientiane 5:30 Set out for the facility, need to be above the knee (you can choose to rest in the hotel) Afterwards, return to the hotel for dinner and rest 10:00 Depart for Guangxi Waterfall. There are many foreigners diving and swimming here. The environment is amazing, the food is amazing, the photos are great, but I just can't get used to the food [Facepalm] Check in at Paddy Field Coffee in the afternoon, ride 🐘, and check in at the restaurant where [Smart] Wu Ha recorded the show for dinner D5 Xiangkun Temple (Ten Thousand Buddha Park) (opposite is Thailand 🇹🇭) No dress code required on the day Lunch at the Nam Ngum River pier Visit the National Museum and have dinner at The Kongloview Hotel Stay at the Landmark Hotel, the tallest hotel in the area D6 That Luang Temple — Vientiane Sacred Tree Museum, Laos A famous local temple where major national events are held Listen to the stories of large-scale root carving and printmaking art The Arc de Triomphe witnesses the history of Vientiane's liberation and development Enjoy French dinner at Le Padaek under the sunset🌇 Return to the car D7 Arrive in Kunming, Yunnan at night After the customs clearance, there will be tea art, folk dance performances, and intangible cultural heritage handmade armor printing on the bus after lunch.

Nestled in the heart of a tropical paradise, Royal Waterlily Hotel offers a serene escape in Xishuangbanna's Botanical Garden. Imagine waking up to a view of the tranquil Wanglian Pool, right from your window! 🌅 This eco-friendly retreat is your ticket to exclusive morning and evening vistas of blooming lotuses, with no tourists in sight. The rooms are tidy, ensuring a comfortable stay amidst the lush greenery. 🛌🍃 While the on-site dining might not be gourmet, the hotel's location lets you freely explore local eateries. And yes, expect adorable geckos and harmless ants as your friendly roommates! 🐜 For the adventurers, a night tour is a must, and with your room card granting unlimited access to the gardens, every corner of this botanical wonder is yours to discover. 🌌 📍Chinese Academy of Sciences Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Mengla, Yunnan, 666303, China #Xishuangbanna #RoyalWaterlilyHotel #XishuangbannaTravel

Finally found a perfect place for parents to relax and vacation, and for kids to grow in nature.🍃 At 21°N latitude, it has the most complete tropical rainforest ecosystem, known as the 'Kingdom of Flora and Fauna'. This summer, spend 6 days with Xiao Ye exploring Xishuangbanna, interacting closely with Asian elephants 🐘 and red pandas 🐻, and experiencing various parent-child activities like rainforest trekking, stream tracing, and strolling through Dai villages. Enjoy the natural environment while experiencing rich exotic customs.✨ You can experience Southeast Asian exotic customs without leaving the country, staying in a high-end parent-child hotel where you can interact with cute pets and enjoy a large outdoor pool. Kids can learn while playing, making it easy to enjoy a parent-child vacation.💕 ———— ✅｜6 days and 5 nights high-end parent-child tour in Xishuangbanna and Pu'er ✅｜Sunac Crowne Plaza + Little Panda Manor + Victoria Water Lily Hotel ✅｜Weekly departures from July 6 to August 17, group formed with 4 families, rainforest adventure + expert explanations . ✈️【Itinerary】 D1: Arrival in Xishuangbanna - Check-in at Sunac Crowne Plaza - Opening ceremony + free activities (30min drive) D2: Manting Park - Zongfo Temple - Rainforest trekking (40min drive) D3: Jinghong - Wild Elephant Valley rainforest elephant herding - Visit Dai ancient village (2h drive) D4: Jinghong - Pu'er - Sun River Forest Park - Coffee Manor (2h drive) D5: Pu'er - CAS Botanical Garden (1.5h drive) D6: Menglun - Dai Garden - Transfer to airport in Jinghong (1.5h drive) . 🌟｜Rainforest trekking 3-4KM Away from the crowds, let children return to nature and hike along forest paths. Observe the plants in Xishuangbanna's tropical rainforest along the way🍃, experience immersive rainforest trekking, stream tracing, banyan tree rappelling, and enjoy a rainforest picnic.✨ . 🍀｜Day and night tours of CAS Botanical Garden From May to July, it's firefly season. During the day, learn about the wonders of the plant kingdom with a professional guide; at night, explore the night elves with a professional interpreter✨, learn about amazing flora and fauna🌿, and cultivate children's observation skills and curiosity. . 🐘｜Wild Elephant Valley Experience rainforest elephant herding in Wild Elephant Valley, walk, feed, and take photos with Asian elephants, and experience their majesty and cuteness up close.🌟 . 🏨【Hotel Introduction】 Xishuangbanna Sunac Crowne Plaza Resort Hotel Top-level parent-child resort hotel in Xishuangbanna, surrounded by tropical plants, with a large outdoor pool, artificial beach, water park, creating a perfect vacation atmosphere for the whole family. Pu'er Little Panda Manor The perfect hotel in every child's dream, with the original forest outside the window, cute animals everywhere, and the opportunity to hug red pandas up close.🐼 . 🌟【Itinerary Highlights】 ✅Professional parent-child guide, parents can relax ✅Photographer follows the whole journey, capturing parent-child moments ✅Special guest teachers explain, with more than 10 special experience activities ✅All-inclusive price, worry-free travel, including attraction tickets, scenic transportation, special experiences, and attraction explanations . 👉Interested parents can click the link at the end of the article to consult customer service for more details about the itinerary.

The Chinese Academy of Sciences Xishuangbanna Botanical Garden is divided into the West and East areas; the West area mainly features horticultural plants; the East area is dominated by original tropical rainforests. It takes about 3 hours to tour each area. Accommodation: To "wake up to the sounds of birds and insects", and for the "night of fireflies", we booked the Victoria Lotus Hotel. The Victoria Lotus Hotel is the only accommodation within the garden, located in the West area, with the shade plant garden right opposite the hotel lobby. (We booked a twin room more than a month in advance during the summer vacation on Ctrip, 1388 per night, including tickets for 2 adults and 1 child to the botanical garden, with 2 breakfasts included) Booking a hotel room allows you to drive into the botanical garden from the East gate, and the room includes botanical garden tickets for two adults and one child (children under 1.2 meters are free, and children under 1.4 meters pay half price). The first time you drive in, you need to call the hotel front desk from the East gate to report your license plate number, and the car can be parked in the parking lot outside the hotel lobby. With the hotel room card, you can drive in and out of the botanical garden's East gate multiple times. -

In the hot summer, it is such a joy to take your children on a journey where nature and culture coexist! A 6-day, 5-night route sharing in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Sisters who want to go 🉑 just copy and paste 💕 — ✨Highlights: ✅ Manting Park Once the imperial garden of the Dai royal family, it is full of exotic customs and has the famous Zong Buddhist Temple in the garden. ✅ Starlight Night Market Asia’s largest night market is open all day. Don’t miss it if you want to take photos of the Dai people! ! ! ✅Jinuo Mountain A natural secret place perfect for hiking! Swinging, tree climbing, tea picking and making, plant identification, etc., immersive experience of the brief moment of "losing connection with the world". ✅Zhongke Botanical Garden The park is in the west and the rainforest is in the east. You can fully experience the beautiful scenery of the tropical 🌴 rainforest. ✅ Wild Elephant Valley A super popular 🔥 attraction, you can get close to elephants, bathe them, feed them, clean the elephant house, and learn how to rescue elephants. ✅ Manzhang Village A variety of folk experience projects: papermaking, Dai pottery, boating, palm leaf scriptures, weaving, fishing, water splashing carnival... — 🗺️Itinerary sharing: Day 1👉Arrival, Manting Park-Starlight Night Market Day 2👉Jinuo Mountain—Rainforest Hiking—Picking Tea and Making Tea to Take Away Day 3👉Fruit picking and eating - Study in the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden - Sitting on Victoria regia🪷 (stay at Victoria regia hotel) Day 4👉Wild Elephant Valley——Elephant Conservation Class——Bathing and Physical Examination of Elephants——Intimate Contact——Overnight Camping in Wild Elephant Valley Day 5👉Rainforest Yoga——Manzhang Village——Splashing Water Festival Experience Day 6 👉Return — 🌷There is also a super rich tropical fruit feast, which can really be said to be nature's dessert table and a carnival for taste buds~ · Summer vacation is coming, if you are excited, please collect it🐾

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Xishuangbanna·Yunnan, the only oasis on the Tropic of Cancer🌿, allows you to experience unique exotic customs without leaving the country. Many mothers worry about the hot weather and mosquitoes in Banna, but actually, Yunnan's climate is dry, and the air humidity is low. As long as you don't stay in the sun for too long, it still feels cool, and with mosquito repellent, you can set off with peace of mind‼️ ▶️Xiao Ye has specially arranged a variety of fun parent-child experiences such as rainforest elephant herding, banyan tree rappelling, and cuddling super cute red pandas, and staying at to ensure a fun and comfortable family trip. 【📜Recommended Reasons for Banna Parent-Child Camp】 ✅Unique domestic tropical rainforest with lots of novel plants ✅Rich wildlife/animals, and you can even cuddle red pandas ✅10+ special parent-child cultural experiences, making the trip relaxing and fun🔥 ✅Professional leaders and photographers accompany the whole parent-child camp, providing excellent service! ✅Fantastic hotel facilities! Stay in a forest manor and experience ethnic customs Pu'er Red Panda Manor The hotel's forest coverage rate reaches 94.5%, truly a natural oxygen bar! 270-degree panoramic log cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows + terrace, where you can cuddle with red pandas, be overwhelmed by cuteness, and interact with rhinos, sika deer🦌, and gibbons in the forest Xishuangbanna Sunac Crown Holiday Resort Hotel A Southeast Asian-style resort hotel surrounded by tropical plants, with a 200-square-meter outdoor swimming pool🏊🏻+ internet-famous transparent boat, plus a children's playground, and a free intangible cultural heritage experience area set up in the hotel lobby, perfect for family trips Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel The entire hotel is surrounded by plants, with incredibly fresh air. In the morning, opening the window greets you with pleasant bird songs and the sound of flowing water, making you feel as if you're in a large forest. At night, you can also take a night tour of the botanical garden, making it a great place to stay and play. 【🌟Trip Highlights】 ☑️Rainforest Elephant Valley, close contact with Asian elephants🐘 ☑️Professional leaders guide you deep into the rainforest for banyan tree rappelling ☑️Day and night exploration of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden, searching for fireflies ☑️Enter the former Dai king's royal garden and enjoy the pleasant scenery ☑️Learn Dai script, make Dai pottery, learn to dance the elephant foot drum dance💃 ☑️Enter the Dai ethnic garden, experience the splashing water and southern customs ☑️Check in at the Starlight Night Market, with its colorful exotic atmosphere 【🚗Banna 6 Days 5 Nights Child-Friendly Route Reference】 D1⃣ Xishuangbanna airport pick-up—Opening ceremony + Free time D2⃣ Manting Park—Main Buddha Temple—Rainforest Crossing D3⃣ Jinghong—Rainforest Elephant Valley—Visit ancient Dai village D4⃣ Jinghong—Pu'er—Sun River Forest Park—Coffee Plantation D5⃣ Pu'er—Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden D6⃣ Menglong—Dai Ethnic Garden—Jinghong airport drop-off

Trendy parents who want to take their kids out for fun during the summer vacation, look here! Families who want to get away from the crowded city and get into nature 🌸 should never leave. After Ono's on-site visit, he concluded that no one can resist the summer in Xishuangbanna, which is especially suitable for families with children aged 3-12! Here you can stay in the Red Panda Manor and interact closely with the little animals; go deep into the Wild Elephant Valley and walk in the rainforest with elephants 🍀; you can also experience the rich folk culture in the Dai Garden... There are endless surprises waiting for you to come on vacation 📌Xishuangbanna 6 days 5 nights nature and humanities exploration parent-child camp ⭕ Group period: Multiple groups from July to August ⭕Number of people: 4 families form a group, about 25 people ✔️Professional parent-child tour guide to ensure the whole trip ✔️Professional photographers will follow the whole process to record parent-child moments ✔️Selected high-end star hotels, immersive natural exploration ✨3 nights at Sunac Crowne Plaza Hotel ✨1 night at Red Panda Manor ✨1 night stay at Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel ✔️Full breakfast + 6 special meals ✔️N special parent-child study activities ✈️Itinerary D1: Xishuangbanna airport pick-up - camp opening ceremony + free activities D2: Manting Park - Zongfo Temple - Rainforest Crossing D3: Jinghong - Wild Elephant Guyu Forest Herding - Visiting the Dai Ancient Village D4: Jinghong - Pu'er - Sun River Forest Park - Coffee Manor D5: Pu'er - Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences D6: Menglun - Dai Garden - Airport transfer in Jinghong ✅ Wild and natural exploration 📍Elephant School in Wild Elephant Valley Go deep into the rainforest, get up close to Asian elephants, walk with them, and feed them 📍Sun River National Forest Park Enter the natural wild park and be touched by the innocence and smile of the red pandas 📍Tropical Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences Led by a professional tour guide, you can learn about the plant kingdom and visit the night elves 📍Pristine tropical rainforest Under the guidance of a professional outdoor leader, we will hike along the river and rappel down the banyan tree. ✅Special cultural experience 🧷 Make Dai pottery by yourself and experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage handicrafts 🧷Learn to dance the passionate elephant foot drum dance with professional teachers 🧷Tai teacher teaches the magic of ancient Indian Brahmi alphabet 🧷Explore the smells of several plants blindfolded and take a scent tour 🧷Children make sweet and soft pineapple rice for their parents 🧷Walk into the coffee plantation to get to know and taste the aroma of coffee 🏡 Featured hotels 📍Sunac Crowne Plaza Hotel The Dai-style building and the 1,200-square-meter outdoor swimming pool are very popular. Through the floor-to-ceiling windows, you can enjoy the tropical scenery with abundant sunshine, experience the intangible cultural heritage, and enjoy a happy parent-child time. 📍Pu'er Red Panda Manor The manor is built along the mountainside and veins, with houses built with carefully selected high-quality wood. There are single-family cabins and villas with hot spring pools. The red pandas here are all free-range and can be approached up close. 📍Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel Located in the center of the western area of ​​the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden, surrounded by various famous flowers and trees, it is a must-go for families who want to get close to nature.

Before heading to Xishuangbanna, my colleagues had all sorts of recommendations, insisting that the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden is a must-see attraction. The garden is divided into an east and a west area, with most tourists only visiting the west area. If you want a more leisurely vacation, consider staying overnight in the scenic area, where there is a Victoria Amazonica Hotel (accommodation includes a ticket). I've been to quite a few botanical gardens, and I feel that this one and the Xiamen Botanical Garden each have their own merits (the ticket prices are also the same), with lush tropical plants and especially a number of rare species. In addition, there are unique sights such as a forest of a single tree and strangler figs, which are quite interesting to see. For photo-taking here, I recommend a pure white dress; no need for too much embellishment, the photos will definitely turn out great. ⛰【Attraction Guide】 📍Detailed address: 213 National Road, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province 🚗Transportation strategy: Scenic area bus (there is a stop departing from Gaozhuang Xishuang Scenery, 25r/person) 🕙Opening hours: 8:00-16:00 💰Ticket price: 80r/person (Additionally, the sightseeing car for the west area is 50r/person, and the sightseeing car for both east and west areas is 100r/person) 🌟Highlights: Tropical plants, suitable for photography 📌Little Tips: Remember to protect against sunburn and mosquitoes

In the settlements of the Blang and Dai peoples, tea is known as "La". In the Blang language, "A Bai La" means "the spirit of tea", a name that reflects the profound connection between the millennia-old culture of the Blang people on Jingmai Mountain and the fusion with Eastern aesthetics. A Bai La is nestled in the tranquil green valley of Mangjing Village on Jingmai Mountain, surrounded by ancient tea forests, providing a peaceful and harmonious haven. Here, one not only enjoys high-quality accommodation but also experiences the Blang people's distinctive stilted architecture, with each room and public area offering a 180-degree panoramic view. The architecture of this homestay is unique, with wooden tenons supporting the structure beneath stone-tiled roofs, and interconnected corridors linking four independent villas and a central courtyard. Its layout echoes that of ancient villages. Staying at A Bai La is like returning to a warm home and stepping into a welcoming village. The dining service follows the seasonal changes of Jingmai Mountain, using local ingredients. A variety of activities are available: hiking, tea picking, visiting, tea tasting, singing, handicraft making, and village tours, allowing you to experience the unparalleled Jingmai Mountain and the magical Blang culture for the first time. ◆D1: Depart from Jinghong City in Xishuangbanna, visit the Mengla Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, tour the Dai natural ancient village and the Jino mountain ancient village, and have the opportunity to learn about the Jino people's handicrafts. In the evening, visit the botanical garden and enjoy a night tour guided by experts. Stay at the Victoria Regia Hotel within the botanical garden. ◆D2: Head to Jingmai Mountain, visit Nuogan Ancient Village and Dapingzhang Ancient Tea Forest, where high-quality tea leaves and the nearly 4-meter-tall Tea King tree await your exploration. In Wengji Ancient Village, the tea garden owner will take you through the entire process from tea picking to tea making. At night, you will spend time around a Blang bonfire with music, feeling the unique melody of the bull-leg guitar. Stay at the Jingmai Mountain A Bai La Ethnic Culture Museum. ◆D3: Enjoy the sunrise and take an easy two-hour hike to explore the tea mountains. In the afternoon, visit the Lahu ancient village of Laodabao, and listen to the songs of Lahu musicians. After watching the sunset from the best spot, return to the Jingmai Mountain A Bai La Ethnic Culture Museum for a Blang dinner and stargazing. ◆D4: Spend the morning at your leisure on Jingmai Mountain, with the option to continue exploring various ancient villages. After lunch, return, arriving at Gasa Airport around 3 PM, with flights after 4 PM recommended. This itinerary includes round-trip business car transfers, three ethnic specialty meals, a hiking leader, a botanical garden expert night tour, and VIP butler service at the A Bai La Ethnic Culture Museum. 14

🚗🚗🚗Travel Itinerary: Day1: Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences → King Lotus Hotel in Xishuangbanna Day2: King Lotus Hotel in Xishuangbanna → Panshan Inn Private Kitchen → Wangtianshu Scenic Area → Xishuangbanna Elephant Designer Homestay Day3: Xishuangbanna Elephant Designer Homestay → Jino Mountain Baduo Village Rainforest Trekking → Xishuangbanna Elephant Designer Homestay Day4: Xishuangbanna Elephant Designer Homestay → Manting Park → Mandou Dai Flavor Garden Restaurant Day5: Xishuangbanna Elephant Designer Homestay → Dendrobium Feast (Second Branch) → Pu'er Ai'ni Manor Day6: Pu'er Ai'ni Manor → Pu'er Yingsheng Tea Manor → Pu'er Songman Hotel (Yuecheng Time Shopping Park Branch) Day7: Pu'er Songman Hotel (Yuecheng Time Shopping Park Branch) → Nakecun Village → May Day Market (Biancheng West Road Branch) → Shiping Guild Hall Old Pu'er Cuisine → Pu'er Songman Hotel (Yuecheng Time Shopping Park Branch) Day8: Pu'er Songman Hotel (Yuecheng Time Shopping Park Branch) → Chengjiang Fossil Site Natural Museum Day9: Chengjiang Fossil Site Natural Museum → Jianguo Puyin Hotel (Kunming Dianchi Haigeng Park Branch) → Haigeng Park Day10: Jianguo Puyin Hotel (Kunming Dianchi Haigeng Park Branch) → Dounan Flower Market → Changshui International Airport

Xishuangbanna’s average temperature of 25℃ is really perfect for avoiding the cold. This paradise is not only the only tropical rainforest in China, but also a place where you can experience exotic customs without leaving the country. If you want to go on a family trip in winter, you can't go wrong coming here 👍🏻 Come follow Ono to embark on a 5-day, 4-night warm winter trip and stay in a garden resort hotel surrounded by beautiful scenery. Experience the local culture and landscape in depth and unlock different ways to play in Banna~ · 🌿5 days and 4 nights luxury vacation in Wonderland Rainforest 🚗Private group: minimum 2 people, independent group ✔️Special car travel throughout the trip, accompanied by a local experienced driver ✔️Provide airport pick-up and drop-off services and airport pick-up benefits ✔️Stay at a four-night star hotel [Naga + Victoria] ✔️More than 6 local fun activities are arranged ✔️Entire scenic spot ticket + scenic shuttle bus + experience project ✔️Full breakfast + special Dai food + drinking water + fresh fruits ✔️Regular travel agency + electronic travel contract + PICC travel accident insurance ✔️1v1 consulting service, pure play without second sales and hidden shopping cancellations · 🏨Hotel Introduction Royal Lotus Hotel It adopts a garden-style architectural design and stands in the core of the western area of ​​the Botanical Garden. Elegant and comfortable rooms are surrounded by rare plants, and there is an outdoor swimming pool outdoors, which is perfect for a vacation Naga Hotel This five-diamond hotel is located in a 4A-level scenic spot. The rooms are equipped with smart home and are very spacious and bright. It provides butler service and also has an outdoor swimming pool and water park. · 🌈Experience Project 1⃣️Starlight Night Market Travel Photography📸 (20 negatives + 5 retouching) 2⃣️Professional tour guide leads you to explore the rainforest👣 3⃣️Hike picnic, banyan tree rappelling, banana water collection 4⃣️Walk in the rainforest with Asian elephants🐘 5⃣️Making intangible cultural heritage flower and grass paper 6⃣️Handmade slow wheel pottery 7⃣️Taste the specialties of Dai · ✈️Route Overview D1: Pick up at Jinghong Airport - Check in at the hotel - Gaozhuang Starry Night Market (night photo shoot) D2: Jinghong - Tropical Rainforest Crossing - Rainforest Picnic - Manting Park - Zongfo Temple D3: Jinghong - Manzhang Village - Wild Elephant Valley D4: Jinghong - Manyuan Village - Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences D5: Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences - Dai Garden - Airport transfer · ⭕Attractions Introduction 🌿Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences: the best plant species in the country! Rich in rare species, it is the ceiling for observing rainforest ecology in China 🌿 Xishuangbanna Main Buddhist Temple: One of the earliest temples built in the area, it has a very long history and is a holy place for pilgrimage. 🌿Manting Park: A village-style park with a thousand-year history, named after the Dai King's royal garden 🌿Manyuan Village: The village is surrounded by mountains and has beautiful scenery, a strong "market stall" atmosphere, and unique ethnic customs

Winter vacation is coming, have you thought about where to take your kids to play? The moist air, the lazy rhythm, the graceful customs, the night market as bright as the stars, the botanical gardens with a wide variety, the cute elephants...are all the unique symbols of Banna‼ ️ This time, let's take our kids 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 to the Wild Elephant Valley to get up close with elephants, feed elephants 🥕 and watch elephant performances, take a night tour of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Tropical Botanical Garden to see tropical elves, stroll through the jungle secrets 👣 and experience intangible cultural heritage... Let the children have a happy childhood 😍 . 👣 Itinerary Overview Xishuangbanna airport pick-up, camp opening ceremony + free activities ✓ Accommodation: Sunac Crowne Plaza Resort Hotel Jinghong - Rainforest Crossing - Manting Park - Zongfo Temple ✓ Accommodation: Sunac Crowne Plaza Resort Hotel Jinghong - Elephant herding in the Wild Elephant Valley Rainforest - Visiting the Dai Ancient Village (experience Dai pottery hand-made, learn to dance elephant-foot drums, make pineapple rice) ✓ Accommodation: Sunac Crowne Plaza Resort Hotel Jinghong - Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden - Anantara ✓ Accommodation: Anantara Resort 🔺Tips: During the 2.11 and 2.13 group periods during the Spring Festival, stay at Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel Menglun - Dai Garden - Jinghong Airport Transfer —— 🎨Fun Activities 🔅Cross the rainforest and go hiking in the secret Jinuo Mountain rainforest 🔅Animals and plants explained, in-depth understanding of the animals and plants living in the rainforest 🔅Banyan Tree Climbing and Rappelling 🔅Walk with the cute elephants in the quiet rainforest and feed them with your own hands 🔅Experience making Dai pottery and feel the charm of intangible cultural heritage 🔅Learn to dance the elephant-foot drum dance 🔅Pineapple rice making experience, soft, glutinous and sweet 🔅Night tour of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden 🔅Study Dai language, learn about the inheritance and development of ethnic characters under the guidance of teachers 🔅Identify plants by smell, stimulate children's sense of smell, and learn to see the world from multiple angles 🔅Water splashing experience, feel the rich Dai culture 🔅Bonfire party, dancing with the locals —— 🏨Select high-end hotels A 5-diamond high-end landscape resort hotel with a full Dai-style architectural style. Living here not only allows you to enjoy the indoor and outdoor swimming pools, but also has large floor-to-ceiling windows to enjoy the tropical scenery🌴You can also experience the intangible cultural heritage A high-end 5-diamond hotel located on the bank of the Rosseau River. Living here is not only close to the 🌲 Botanical Garden, where you can breathe deep oxygen, but also enjoy the picturesque scenery. Stay at Wanglian Hotel during the Spring Festival to enjoy the beautiful scenery in the garden, surrounded by various famous flowers and trees, and immerse yourself in the tropical atmosphere —— 🍱Special Food ✓Welcome Dinner ✓ Rainforest picnic ✓ Dai custom dinner ✓ Mengla specialties . ——‼ ️Activity related arrangements‼ ️—— 🗓Schedule: 1.27-1.31, 2.3-2.7, 2.11-2.15, 2.13-2.17 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦Target group: Family and children aged 5-15 ✔️Activity number: 4-8 families 🚘Car: Regular tourist bus 📸 Accompanying personnel configuration: driver, full-time parent-child leader, photographer

| CAS Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden worry-free guide. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, this is the largest and most species-rich botanical garden in China. The botanical garden is divided into west and east areas. The west area is a botanical flower garden, and the east area is mainly a tropical rainforest. The whole garden covers an area of about 1125 hectares, collects more than 13,000 kinds of living plants, has 38 specialized plant areas, and preserves a piece of original tropical rainforest with an area of about 250 square kilometers. 🌈Garden tour guide 📌Stay at Wanglian Hotel If you want to have a good experience, you can choose to stay at the Wanglian Hotel in the botanical garden for one night. Visit the flower garden in the west area during the day, and visit the tropical rainforest in the east area before checking out the next day. 📌Free electric car from the hotel The hotel provides a free electric car from the hotel to the park gate for every guest staying. You can make an appointment with the hotel front desk when needed, and it can be dispatched at any time, which is very convenient and can save time. 📌Take an electric car tour in the park The park is very large, you can choose to buy an electric car ticket, and take the electric car to watch station by station. You can also come out to watch the stars at night. When the weather is clear, the Milky Way is very clear. You can also go to see insects at night. You can also see the blooming of the king lotus in the lotus pond. 📌If you have time, you must go to the east area The east area is mainly tropical rainforest, and it is very convenient to take an electric car. There are two stops. There are few tourists in the east area. The tropical rainforest is dense and suitable for hiking. 📌It is recommended to hire a tour guide When touring in the west area, if you don't want to glance at the flowers, learn more about plant knowledge, and efficiently tour various divisions, you can hire a tour guide to walk around and learn more about plant knowledge. 📝Park ticket: 80 yuan/person 🚗Sightseeing electric car: 50 yuan/person 🚗Hotel electric car: free The earliest sightseeing electric car is at eight o'clock in the morning, at the west gate of the park. CAS Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden

Xishuangbanna’s average temperature of 25℃ is really perfect for avoiding the cold! This paradise is not only the only tropical rainforest in China, but also a place where you can experience exotic customs without leaving the country. If you want to go on a family trip in winter, you can't go wrong coming here 👍🏻 Come follow Ono to embark on a 5-day, 4-night warm winter trip and stay in a garden resort hotel surrounded by beautiful scenery. Experience the local culture and landscape in depth and unlock different ways to play in Banna~ 🌿5 days and 4 nights luxury vacation in the Fire Wonderland Rainforest ✔Special car travel throughout the trip, accompanied by a local experienced driver ✔Provide airport pick-up and drop-off services and airport pick-up benefits ✔Stay at a four-night star hotel [Naga + Victoria] ✔ Arrange more than 6 local fun activities ✔ Full scenic spot tickets + scenic shuttle bus + experience projects ✔ Full breakfast + special Dai food + drinking water + fresh fruits ✔Regular travel agency + electronic travel contract + PICC travel accident insurance ✔1v1 consulting service, pure play without second sales and hidden shopping cancellations 🏨Hotel Introduction The Victoria Hotel adopts a garden-style architectural design and is located in the core of the western area of ​​the Botanical Garden. Elegant and comfortable rooms are surrounded by rare plants, and there is an outdoor swimming pool outdoors, which is perfect for a vacation 🌈Experience Project 1. Starlight Night Market Travel Photography📸(20 films + 5 retouching) 2. Professional tour guides lead you to explore the rainforest👣 3. Hiking and picnic, banyan tree rappelling, banana water collection 4. Walk in the rainforest with Asian elephants 5. Make intangible cultural heritage flower and grass paper 6. Handmade slow wheel pottery making 7. Taste the specialties of Dai people ✈️Route Overview D1: Pick up at Jinghong Airport - Check in at the hotel - Gaozhuang Starry Night Market (night photo) D2: Jinghong - Tropical Rainforest Crossing - Rainforest Picnic - Manting Park - Zongfo Temple D3: Jinghong-Manzhang Village-Wild Elephant Valley D4: Jinghong-Manyuan Village-Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences D5: Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences - Dai Garden - Airport transfer Attractions 🌿Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences: the best plant in the country! Rich in rare species, it is the ceiling for observing rainforest ecology in China 🌿Xishuangbanna General Buddhist Temple: One of the earliest temples built in the area, it has a very long history and is a holy place for pilgrimage. 🌿Manting Park: A village-style park with a thousand-year history, named after the royal garden of the Dai king. 🌿Manyuan Village: The village is surrounded by beautiful mountains, with a strong "market stall" atmosphere and unique ethnic customs.

Good news for those who want to travel around Southeast Asia but are afraid of the hassle of going abroad! Xishuangbanna is the little sun at 21° north latitude🔆. The warm climate runs through the whole year, and the temperature of 20°+ allows you to enjoy the beautiful scenery here wholeheartedly. 👉This New Year, we will break the traditional way of celebrating the festival. We will dance with elephants in the rainforest, make wonderful Dai pottery artworks by ourselves⚱️, explore rare plants in the botanical garden... Use 5 days to experience a wonderful Spring Festival holiday~ ——— ⭕ Wonderland Rainforest·Banna 5 days and 4 nights luxury vacation 👑Private group: one group per order, minimum 2 people 👑Suitable for people: hotel lovers, photo lovers, couples, family vacation ⭕ Package Highlights ✅Luxury accommodation: Xishuangbanna Naga Hotel + Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel ✅ Travel vehicle: 5/7-seater sedan or high-end commercial vehicle ✅Driver and guide service: Experienced driver and guide, safe and guaranteed ✅Attraction tickets: All-inclusive (full ticket + scenic shuttle bus + special experience) ✅Meals included: full breakfast + Dai specialties + rainforest picnic ✅Special gift: 24h airport pick-up + PICC travel insurance ⭕Featured gameplay ✔️Take photos of Dai costumes at Xingguang Night Market and leave the most beautiful photos ✔️Hike through the rainforest with a professional tour guide ✔️Professional way to play in the rainforest: banyan tree rappelling + banana water collection + outdoor picnic ✔️Be an elephant keeper for a day and get up close with elephants ✔️Handmade Dai pottery, feel its unique charm in the process of repeated kneading ✔️Use your favorite flowers and plants to make Dai paper and leave unique memories ✔️Experience the grand water splashing festival in the Dai Garden and feel the fun of folk customs ✔️Taste authentic Dai cuisine and toast to the New Year with friends ⭕Introduction to light luxury hotels 🏨Located in the center of the Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery without leaving your home. In the famous 5A-level scenic spot, you can enjoy rare tropical flowers, plants and trees. You can also tour the botanical garden at night and observe the beautiful scenery that you can't see during the day. 🏨Facing the Gaozhuang Starlight Night Market, it is located at the intersection of various scenic spots in Xishuangbanna. It is very convenient to travel. The towering floors allow you to enjoy the lights of thousands of homes from 360° without dead ends. It is really spectacular~ ✈️Route details D1 Jinghong Airport Pick-up - Hotel Check-in - Gaozhuang Starlight Night Market (Night Shooting) D2 Jinghong - Tropical Rainforest Crossing - Rainforest Picnic - Manting Park - Zongfo Temple D3 Jinghong-Manzhang Village (Dai Pottery/Dai Paper Making/Dai Specialty Meals)-Wild Elephant Valley D4 Jinghong-Manyuan Village-Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences D5 Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences - Dai Garden - Airport transfer

There is a kind of life called Yunnan! There is a kind of style called Xishuangbanna😍 👀It is said that going to Yunnan is a person's Lijiang, two people's Dali, and a family's Xishuangbanna! Xishuangbanna is definitely the top choice for family vacations👣, where you can not only experience the rich exotic style, but also relax on vacation👗. One second you are immersed in the lively southern style👒, the next second you are intoxicated in the magical rainforest secret... Today, I will recommend 3⃣ super suitable routes for families to go to Banna😘 . 👣Recommended tour routes ✅Banna Fun Wild 5 Days🌿 D1 Xishuangbanna pick-up, opening ceremony + free activities D2 Jinghong—Rainforest Crossing—Manting Park—General Buddha Temple D3 Jinghong—Wild Elephant Valley Rainforest Elephant Herding—Visit Dai Ancient Village D4 Jinghong—Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden—Anantara D5 Mengrun—Dai Garden—Jinghong Send-off — ✅Banna Rainforest Adventure 6 Days🌴 D1 First sight of Xishuangbanna (Jinghong pick-up) D2 Through the rainforest secret (rainforest crossing, rainforest feast, Manting Park, General Buddha Temple) D3 Close contact with Asian elephants🐘(Wild Elephant Valley, Rainforest Elephant Herding, Dai Ancient Village, Pottery Experience, Learn to Jump Elephant Foot Drum Dance) D4 Visit the Plant Kingdom (Chinese Academy of Sciences Tropical Botanical Garden🌲Play and learn, night tour of the botanical garden) D5 Explore the red panda habitat (Sun River Forest Park, Rhinoceros Ping Scenic Area) D6 Return—Puer/Banna timely delivery — ✅Banna Puer Jingmai Mountain 7 Days🍃 D1 Jinghong pick-up—check in hotel (free travel) D2 Wild Elephant Valley—Rainforest Elephant Herding—Rainforest Elephant Meal—Dai Ancient Village—Dai Pottery Experience—Learn to Jump Elephant Foot Drum Dance D3 Jinghong—Manting Park—General Buddha Temple—Jingmai Mountain D4 Tea Mountain Light Hiking—Ancient Tea Making Experience—Wengji Ancient Village D5 Jingmai Mountain—Nuogang Ancient Village—Laodabao Music Town—Costume Experience D6 Laodabao—Sun River National Forest Park—Coffee Tasting—Puer D7 Puer send-off/send-off —— 🏨Accommodation recommendation Xishuangbanna Anantara Resort High-end resort away from the hustle and bustle of the city, accompanied by rainforest starlight✨at night Puer Little Panda Manor Zero distance contact with little pandas🐼Wild and unique Xishuangbanna Sunac Crown Holiday Resort High-end hotel with Dai-style architecture, can experience many intangible cultural heritage activities and enjoy colorful parent-child time Xishuangbanna Wanglian Hotel Surrounded by famous flowers and strange trees🌿, you can enjoy the garden scenery —— 💖Special parent-child experience ✓Rainforest Elephant Herding🐘 ✓Stream trekking ✓Banyan tree speed drop ✓Dai pottery making ✓Learn to jump elephant foot drum dance💃 ✓Water splashing experience ✓Dai language study ✓Night tour of the botanical garden ✓Visit Dai Ancient Village ✓Ancient tea making🍵 ... —— 🏞Must punch in the essence of the scenic spot Chinese Academy of Sciences Tropical Botanical Garden —Xishuangbanna Paradise Mountain Rainforest Hiking —Tropical Rainforest 'Museum' Park —Dai King's Royal Garden🌸 Night Market —Asia's largest snack night market🍕 Garden —Rich southern style Elephant Valley —Walk in the rainforest with cute elephants Start your Banna journey now

The manager of the Wanglian Hotel in Xishuangbanna Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences is like this. Before going, I read a lot of strategies on the Internet and prepared for the hotel's "not so good". But I was quite satisfied after I arrived. The whole hotel is surrounded by plants, the entire building and corridors are full of plants, the air is very fresh, and it is very quiet at night. The room is also very tidy, and you can see the Wanglian pool when you open the window. The biggest advantage of staying in the Wanglian Hotel is that you can take the whole Wanglian pool early in the morning, full of sleeping lotus blooming. After six o'clock in the afternoon, all tourists leave, and you can take the whole Wanglian pool again, full of Wanglian blooming! It's so beautiful! You can also participate in night tour activities. With the room card, you can enter and exit the Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences at any time, and go to the nearby town for meals, after all, the meals in the scenic area are not so good. There will be small geckos and ants in the room, but they are all safe. Visit the east area on the first day, and the west area on the second day, very relaxed.