[2024 Shangri-La Attraction] Travel Guide for Tiger Leaping Gorge (Updated Nov)

Road trip into Shangri-La

#outdooradventures #roadtrip #ancientown #yunan #shangri-la #china #100waysoftravel Take a roadtrip into Shangri-La and marvel at the breath taking views along the way. 1. Tiger Leaping Gorge One of the deepest gorges in the world, be awed by the fierce rush of the water through the valley. Take your time going down via the stairs. If you find the view too breathtaking, there is the option of escalators. 2. Napa Lake A seasonal lake, when not filled with water, is the largest grassland in Shangri La. Great panoramic views, just take care not to step into the plentiful droppings . 3. Dukezhong Ancient Town Also known as the Moonlight City, it is one of the oldest Tibetan town in the region. Stopover at this city to recharge for your journey.

Yunnan Travel | If not to heaven, then to Yubeng | Recruitment for Yubeng trekking teammates in August-September

✈ August marks the rainy season in Yubeng. The rain in Yubeng is quite playful; sometimes it's gentle like cotton✨, and other times it's wild like a beast🐑, making it unpredictable. . 💯 When trekking in Yubeng, you might sit by the window, admiring the mysterious and misty snow mountains in the rain, savoring a cup of rich-flavored coffee☕, enjoying the tranquility of time. Or you might be trekking on the road👣, breathing the fresh air of the valley after the rain, seeing the lush green forest, the crystal-clear alpine lakes, and the cows, sheep, and squirrels adding a unique charm to the land, feeling an unprecedented peace and satisfaction in your heart💗. . 🌈 7-day Yubeng trekking route guide: D1⃣: Gather in Lijiang from all over the country for free travel D2⃣: Lijiang Ancient Town - Xiaozhongdian Grassland - Moon Bay - Feilai Temple D3⃣: Feilai Temple - Sunrise over the Golden Mountain - Xidang - Nanzheng Pass - Yubeng D4⃣: Yubeng Village - Seabuckthorn Forest - Xiaonong Base Camp - Ice Lake D5⃣: Yubeng Village - Primitive Forest - Pilgrimage Camp - Sacred Waterfall D6⃣: Yubeng Village - Ninong Canyon - Shangri-La D7⃣: Half-day free activities in Shangri-La - Lijiang Ancient Town . ➡ What equipment is needed for trekking? ✔ It is recommended to wear quick-dry clothes + fleece jacket + windbreaker, fleece pants + quick-dry pants/windproof pants ✔ Prepare dry clothes, if wet, have clothes to change into ✔ Choose comfortable, durable, non-slip, waterproof hiking shoes ✔ A 20L hiking backpack is sufficient, trekking poles (to save energy and reduce knee injuries), crampons, and gaiters can be rented in the village ✔ Sunscreen, sunglasses, outdoor headscarf, mosquito repellent; women can bring sun repair masks . ㊙ Professional trekking knowledge ✅ Wear comfortable clothes, preferably well-fitting, not too loose or too tight, and easy to put on and take off when hot or cold. Long hair should be tied up to avoid obstructing vision. ✅ Wear a pair of suitable sports shoes; the shoelaces should be tight but not painful, so your toes won't hurt after long walks. ✅ Protect your knees to avoid patellar injuries and meniscus wear. A small tip is to keep your knees relaxed and slightly bent when walking downhill, not straight. ✅ Take big but slow steps when going uphill, using an outward 8-shaped gait to avoid putting too much pressure on a single knee, and keep your weight on your hips. ✅ Maintain steady breathing and heart rate, don't rush, and keep a stable pace. . 🌸 Some small tips ✔️ Don't bring a suitcase, or you'll immediately experience a live version of a transformation show ✔️ Altitude sickness is not scary, keep a relaxed mindset, don't wash your hair or take a bath as soon as you reach the plateau, drink plenty of water, eat easily digestible foods rich in vitamin C, and avoid overeating ✔️ Do targeted leg training half a month before departure ✔️ Increase crisis awareness, refuse to act alone, life comes first! ✔️ Give way to mules on the road, they won't give way to you and might squeeze you ✔️ Mushrooms grow abundantly in the rainy season, with many varieties and bright colors, but they are not edible .

I rarely use the word 'stunning' to describe a place! Lijiang

🥰 I absolutely love it here!!! It's incredibly beautiful! Like a fairyland!!! Who could resist such an atmosphere! It's like the scenery from 'Howl's Moving Castle' 🈶 There are snow-capped mountains🈶 forests🈶 grasslands with seas of clouds and sunlit golden mountains, and tents/barbecue/hot pot integrated with nature😭 (🥹 btw, aren't all the snow mountains and beautiful scenery of Lijiang right here?) - 📍 You can call it the Cloud Ranch or the Snow Mountain Private Ranch 🏔️ To the left is Haba Snow Mountain, to the right is Jade Dragon Snow Mountain 🚗 It's just a 2-hour drive from Lijiang - 💁🏻‍♀️ Experience activities: 1️⃣ Horseback travel: Led by a guide, ride horses through high mountain forests, exploring the beauty of nature 2️⃣ Mushroom picking: Carrying a small basket, go into the forest to find pine branch and fallen leaf mushrooms, with a teacher to guide and lead the picking 3️⃣ Snow mountain sunset: Sit on the ranch, quietly waiting for an orange sunset, you might encounter the sunlit golden mountain 4️⃣ Snow mountain gourmet: Facing the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, have a barbecue, facing Haba Snow Mountain, enjoy a hot pot meal 5️⃣ Snow mountain movie: With the snow mountain at your back and the Milky Way above, sit on the grassland and watch a unique movie 6️⃣ Snow mountain sunrise: Getting up early won't be regretted, quietly wait for the 'fireball' to jump out of the clouds, the waiting process is the most beautiful - 🫶🏻 Recommended route: D1: Lijiang⏩Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area⏩Snow Mountain Ranch⏩Snow Mountain Sunset⏩Snow Mountain Barbecue D2: Snow Mountain Sunrise⏩Horseback Travel⏩Mushroom Picking⏩Snow Mountain Hot Pot⏩Lijiang

Detailed One-Day Itinerary for Tiger Leaping Gorge

The previous article provided a two-day guide for Tiger Leaping Gorge, but some of you may not have enough time and only plan to spend one day, or you may not have the physical stamina but still want to take some cool photos. Then this article is for you—a relaxed one-day hiking guide to Tiger Leaping Gorge. Without further ado, let's look at the route (map at the end). This route is more suitable for self-driving: 1. Leave Lijiang by car in the morning and head to 'Meet Halfway' at Tiger Leaping Gorge. The drive takes about 2 hours and parking is free, but the mountain roads are quite narrow, and you may need to reverse into the parking lot at the entrance. 2. After parking, you can walk back a bit along the high line to take photos and check in. There's no need to go too far; there are two bends that are particularly photogenic. 3. After checking in, return to the parking spot and continue walking down towards the halfway direction to take more photos. 4. Coming out from halfway, continue walking forward to check in at the small waterfall. 5. This is basically the end of the check-in spots. Head back to the car pick-up point and go to Teacher Zhang's. 6. Arrive at Teacher Zhang's Inn and take Teacher Zhang's trail down to the middle of Tiger Leaping Gorge to check in! 7. The return trip uphill is a bit challenging. If you feel energetic, you can return the same way. If you're not afraid of heights, you can climb the 168 steps of the Brave Man's Ladder for a more fun experience! Tips: Although this route doesn't involve much hiking, the schedule is quite tight. Time arrangement: It is recommended to depart at 8:30 am, have lunch at halfway around noon, and return to Lijiang before evening. Equipment recommendations: Sun protection!!! Focus on sun protection, followed by looking good. Wear whatever looks best because the route is not very challenging. Just consider sun protection, including a hat, sunglasses, a windbreaker, an outdoor backpack, and trekking poles.

Yunnan Travel Guide | Yunnan Travel Instant Understanding Map | Yunnan Practical Guide Inventory

👭Go to Yunnan once, to appreciate the beautiful scenery of nature, to experience different ethnic customs🎉, to the sacred Tibetan area of Shangri-La, to see cattle and sheep running🐑, vast grasslands; to the ancient stone streets of Lijiang ancient city, to listen to the sound of small bridges and flowing water, ㊙️ to explore the stories hidden in the corners; 🌊 to the Cangshan Erhai in Dali, to see the wind, flowers, snow and moon, as if in a paradise. . 🌈Essential attractions ✅Yubeng: Paradise on the left, Yubeng on the right, suitable for novice hikers ✅Dianchi: Yunnan's largest freshwater lake, a good place to watch seagulls ✅Stone Forest: A spectacular karst landscape, very spectacular ✅Kunming Old Street: The most historical block in Kunming city ✅Guandu Ancient Town: One of the famous historical and cultural ancient towns ✅Dukezong Ancient City: Experience the horse gang culture of walking through the streets and alleys ✅Meili Snow Mountain: You can see the beautiful scenery of sunrise on the golden mountain ✅Songzanlin Temple: A sacred place, known as the 'Little Potala Palace' ✅Tiger Leaping Gorge: One of the deepest gorges in China ✅Pudacuo National Park: A truly unpolluted fairy tale world ✅Starlight Night Market: Asia's largest night market, a good place for Dai ethnic group photos ✅Manting Park: The royal garden of the ancient Dai royal family ✅Dai Ethnic Garden: Dai culture display, water splashing activities ✅Wild Elephant Valley: The only place in China with wild elephants ✅Lijiang Ancient City: World Cultural Heritage ancient capital, 'City of Romance' ✅Shuhe Ancient Town: A leisurely and quiet ancient town, suitable for relaxation ✅Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: A magical gift from nature, the cradle of Naxi love ✅Blue Moon Valley: The water is green, a beautiful scene with a built-in filter ✅Lugu Lake: A beautiful scene of water and sky, known as the 'Oriental Women's Kingdom' ✅Erhai: Sunshine, blue sky, Erhai, charming scenery ✅Dali Ancient City: Experience the slow life of literature and art, quiet and romantic ✅Shuanglang Ancient Town: The essence of Dali's scenery is in Erhai, and the essence of Erhai's scenery is here ✅Cangshan: One of Dali's famous 'Wind, Flower, Snow and Moon' four scenes . 💯Yunnan 5-day route 🔥Yubeng hiking 5 days: D1️⃣: All over the country--Lijiang D2️⃣: Lijiang Ancient City-Xiaozhongdian Grassland-Moon Bay-Feilai Temple D3️⃣: Feilai Temple-Sunrise on the Golden Mountain-Xidang-Nanzheng Pass-Yubeng Village D4️⃣: Yubeng Village-Seabuckthorn Forest-Xiaonong Base Camp-Ice Lake-Return the same way D5️⃣: Yubeng Village-Primitive Forest-Pilgrimage Camp-God Waterfall-Return the same way D6️⃣: Yubeng Village-Ninong Gorge-Lijiang . 🔥Lijiang Shangri-La Lugu Lake 5 days D1️⃣: Lijiang—Eighteen Bay—Nise—Rige Peninsula—Lover's Beach—Lugu Lake D2️⃣: Lugu Lake—Pig Trough Boat—Grass Sea—Baisha Ancient Town—Shuhe Ancient Town-Lijiang D3️⃣: Lijiang—Blue Moon Valley——Jade Dragon Snow Mountain——Lijiang Ancient City——Lijiang D4️⃣: Lijiang——Napa Sea Wetland Grassland——Tusi Banquet——Dukezong Ancient City D5️⃣: Shangri-La——Songzanlin Temple——Tiger Leaping Gorge——Lijiang .

The closest place to heaven is Shangri-La

1. Itinerary: Shangri-La is a large scenic area, it is recommended to arrange at least 3 days for the tour. On the first day, you can visit the Songzanlin Monastery and watch the Tibetan cultural performance in Shangri-La in the evening; on the second day, go to Napahai, passing through the Tsike flower sea, Pu'an Temple and White Horse Snow Mountain; on the third day, you can go to Tiger Leaping Gorge, Snow Mountain Meadow, etc. 2. Best travel season: Shangri-La has a pleasant climate in spring and autumn, and the best travel time is between April and October. 3. Special delicacies: Shangri-La's special delicacies include butter tea, butter zanba, yak meat, Tibetan medicine hot pot, etc. It is recommended to try. 4. Dressing advice: Shangri-La is at a high altitude with a large temperature difference between day and night, it is recommended to wear warm and thick clothes. Also, if you plan to walk, wear non-slip shoes and hiking shoes. 5. Recommended attractions: In addition to the above-mentioned attractions, there are also Cangshan Erhai Scenic Area, Wenhui Road, Happy Valley, Blue Moon Valley. 6. Special attention: Most of Shangri-La's scenic spots are sightseeing by bus, it is recommended to book a regular tour group and pay attention to personal safety during the trip. 7. Accommodation advice: Similar to Lijiang Ancient City, Shangri-La also has many local characteristic inns and hotels. When staying, you can choose nearby homestays to experience local life. Also, pay attention to safety and take good care of your belongings. 8. Payment advice: It is recommended to bring enough cash, some scenic spots still do not support credit cards and mobile payments. 9. Transportation guide: There are city buses in Shangri-La, and tourists can also choose to rent a car or charter a car to the scenic area. It is recommended to understand the route and travel time in advance.

Shangri-La attractions are free, and the railway is open

On November 26, the Lijiang to Shangri-La railway (Lixiang Railway) was completed and opened to traffic. It takes as little as 1 hour and 18 minutes to get from Lijiang to Shangri-La, and as little as 4 hours and 30 minutes to get from Kunming to Shangri-La, which will effectively reduce the cost of travel for tourists. ✨ Recommended attractions 1⃣Pudacuo: In Tibetan, it means 'the holy land of the soul, the paradise in the dream'. 2⃣Tiger Leaping Gorge: Named after the legend of a fierce tiger leaping over the Jinsha River with the help of a huge rock in the middle of the river. 3⃣Dukezong Ancient City: In Tibetan, it means 'castle built on a rock', also known as the City of Moonlight. 4⃣Meili Snow Mountain: Known as one of the ten most beautiful mountain ranges in China. 5⃣Songzanlin Temple: A Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan, not only the center of the Yellow Sect in Sichuan and Yunnan, but also holds a significant position in the entire Tibetan area. ✨Discount policy: (for some attractions) 1️⃣Shanghai residents can enjoy free admission before December 31 this year. 2️⃣Yunnan residents can enjoy free admission in December. 3️⃣Tourists with valid student IDs can enjoy free admission in January 2024. 4️⃣Tourists with the Chinese zodiac sign 'Dragon' on their ID cards can enjoy free admission in February 2024, etc. 💡Travel Tips: Due to the long distances between various attractions in Shangri-La, before going to the attractions, be sure to ask the local station about the traffic situation, including whether there are buses and whether the roads are good. If you charter a car, be sure to negotiate the price in advance.

Romantically lost in Turkey - Baishuitai

The formation of Baishuitai is attributed to the sedimentation of groundwater rich in calcium carbonate on the surface over the years. The snow-like white, the water-like flow, combined together, gave birth to the poetically named 'Baishuitai'. It is located in the hidden mountains in the south of Lijiang, Yunnan. As one of the largest karst landscapes in China, it seems to be a 'living fossil' inlaid by nature in the world. Scenic Area: Baishuitai Ticket: 30/person Transportation: At present, there is no direct bus to Baishuitai in Lijiang, only self-driving or chartered car, carpooling Recommended tour route: Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge Baishuitai → Lijiang (day trip) Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge Baishuitai → Shangri-La (you can also go the other way) Other tips: √There is a highway from Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge. After playing in Tiger Leaping Gorge, take the Shangri-La East Ring Line to Baishuitai. The road condition is good, just pay attention to the falling rocks on the mountain side, small cars are no problem √The road from Baishuitai to Shangri-La is still the East Ring Line, which is along the mountain ditch. Except for more bends, the whole journey is a cement road and the road condition is very good There are buses from Lijiang Bus Station to Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area, 30/person √Seeing that Lijiang is crowded recently, there are much fewer people in Shangri-La, and Shangri-La in winter is also super beautiful!

Winter vacation Yunnan tour, practical guide for pure play small group parent-child tour

Sisters who have time during the winter vacation must take their children to Yunnan, it's really beautiful, the photos are very good, let the children understand the customs of different ethnic groups, share the parent-child tour guide, need mothers to collect. Essentials for travel: ID card, backpack, mosquito repellent, cold medicine, stomach medicine, umbrella, toys, power bank and charger. Travel suggestions: The distance between scenic spots is far and it is not convenient for free travel, so it is recommended to join a pure play small group, there will be car pick-up and drop-off, accommodation, tickets will also have special arrangements, do not have to worry about the travel route. Six-day five-night itinerary: Day 1: Lijiang Ancient Town Arrive at Lijiang Airport, there is a special car pick-up, go to Lijiang Ancient Town to check in the homestay, in the afternoon go to visit Lijiang Ancient Town on your own, find a travel photography shop, take a set of parent-child photos, then go to check in the Big Stone Bridge, Oil Umbrella Street, and Sifang Street, go to Lion Hill at night to see the night view. Day 2: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, take the Glacier Cable Car, then hike to the top to see the sea of clouds at an altitude of 4000 meters, after descending the mountain go to the small cable car Yunsong Ping, take the children to see the cattle and sheep and take photos in the grassland, after descending the mountain take the scenic area bus to Blue Moon Valley, the water surface is sparkling, you can blow the mountain wind, breathe fresh air, return to Lijiang Ancient Town at night, go to Cherry Blossom Restaurant to see a romantic night view. Day 3 and Day 4: Shangri-La From Lijiang to Shangri-La via Tiger Leaping Gorge is really spectacular, check in to Shangri-La Farm Homestay in the afternoon, it's a surprise like New Zealand; the next day go to Pudacuo National Park, then go to Songzanlin Temple and Dukezong Ancient Town. Day 5 and Day 6: Dali Visit Xizhou and taste Xizhou Baba, there are some tie-dye small bags and straw woven bag earrings worth buying cheap, then go to Wheat Field Cafe to sit and feel the wind blowing wheat waves and then go to Shuanglang to see the sea, walk along the sea and rent a bicycle to ride, go to the ancient city at night to stroll around, feel the beauty of the ancient city at night. Note: 1. If you are not used to the food or have altitude sickness, you will have diarrhea and vomiting, remember to bring medicine. 2. The rain in Yunnan is unpredictable, remember to bring a coat for your baby. 3. The ultraviolet rays are really strong, be sure to do sun protection for your child. 4. You can bring some snacks and water when you go to the scenic area. 5. There are many ethnic minorities in Yunnan, learn to follow the local customs, respect the local customs, avoid unnecessary trouble. 6. Do not run or jump on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, do not get too excited, it is easy to have altitude sickness.

Tiger leaping gorge

Tiger leaping gorge is a amazing place to see and go. In between Lijiang and Shangri-La about 1.5hra drive, I got a tour as couldn't drive as a tourist and a taxi there is a bit much. The river is strong and powerful through this area making for a a spectacular sight, the place is busy with tourists but you have enough space to take a photo or videos of the river. There is a lot of steps down and back up I if you can't handle it, you can pay extra to use the escalator which I found strange to pay extra for, I walked it up, overall 1.5hrs there is enough but I could watch it all day. Would be number 1 on the list of places to visit in Yunnan .#yunnan

A Peaceful Jaunt Through Lijiang 🙏

If you are travelling to Yunnan then it’s likely that Lijiang is on your list. A common combination is Kunming to Dali and then on to Lijiang where you will find a quiet mountain town that provides a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for getting away from the hustle and bustle and beginning many day treks, including Tiger Leaping Gorge. There was a surprising amount of trendy little hostels and boutique hotels to choose from in the town and plenty of restaurants. After lunch or dinner, make sure to take a walk around all the beautiful little side streets and alleys and stop off at one of the quirky little cafes for a drink. I had been told that this place gets really busy however i experienced the complete opposite. It was quiet and amazing! Much more chilled than the busy and bustling streets of Dali! Maybe i just got lucky 🤷‍♂️ #mountainview #village

🐅 Trek to Tiger Leaping Gorge 🐅

#newyearadventure Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan is a spectacular piece of nature. Sweeping cliff edges, insanely powerful water flow amongst a backdrop of huge mountains really is a sight to behold. You can choose to go directly there by bus or you can do a mammoth 2 day trek, stopping for the night around the half way point (an incredible hotel with views you can only dream of!). The trek itself is pretty tough and depending where you start, can take up to 12 hours so leave with plenty of time to get there for sunset. Getting down to the gorge is also pretty tough on the body but there is an insanely cool ladder that you can climb if you want to add a bit more adventure to your visit! The trek was one of my Yunnan highlights and i’d recommend it to anyone but don’t underestimate it, its not an easy one! Good luck! 🤜🤛

Tiger Leaping Gorge, Lijiang, Yunnan🍃🌿

When visiting Lijiang in Yunnan Province, you can’t miss the amazing Tiger Leaping Gorge 🐅🍃🌿 As only a short drive away from both Lijiang and Shangri-La, this is an easy day trip in Yunnan and not one to be missed! The gorge is known for high waters, fast rivers and interesting rock formations and is best visited in the summer when the river is highest🪵🍃 You can either hike the entire gorge or visit the tourist area, both of which offer amazing views of the gorge! so, don’t miss Tiger Leaping Gorge🐅🌿🍃 #yearofrabbit #newyearadventure #yunnan #yunnantravel #yunnanprovince #exploreyunnan #china #chinatravel #chinatrips #chinalife

Must hike

A place most expats in China have probably been to at some point. A truly breathtaking spot which is actually quite easily accessible. This is a hike with astonishing nature, gorgeous views and amazing scenery. It's not a particularly challenging hike either and the route is usually split over two days to make it even easier. The stay over point is aptly named 'Halfway'. If you're lucky and the sky is clear you can get amazing night sky views. Lots of animals roam around here. And the sweeping hills are awe inspiring. Before you start hiking you can check out the raging river if wish but expect tons of people. Bring cash as there's a chance you'll lose your phone signal. And a waterproof coat as the weather can turn quickly #china #hiking #mountainview #outdoor #asiatrip #yunnan

TIGER LEAPING GORGE-OUS

How to get there: Foreigners can't book their bus tickets in apps, it's advised to go to Lijiang Bus Ticket Office and book your ticket a day before which cost 75 yuan.There is only one bus at 9:30am everyday. It takes about 2hrs to get at Tiger leaping gorge ticket purchase office where the driver will drop you off and you can buy your tickets for 45 yuan. Get back in the bus and a few minutes some guy will check your tickets. If you are planning to get to Tina's the next day(this is a guest house where you can buy tickets back to Lijiang or to Shangri-La) you can tell the driver to drop your bags there. Drop off at Qiaotou where you can get a car up the hill to NaxiWaGe where the upper trekking route begins, from here on just follow the signs. It took me about 6hrs to get to halfway on the first day.

Lijiang Ancient Town- A step back in time.

Getting There - Lijiang ancient town is located roughly 35-40 minutes from Lijiang airport by taxi. Attractions - For me, the best thing to do during the day is explore. I enjoyed getting lost and taking photos of the old town. To the north is Shuhe and Baisha ancient towns, which are less touristy and a little quieter. Around the towns are plenty of things to do, such as mountain top shows, the tiger leaping gorge, hiking and a few museums. Hotels - There are hotels to suit all budgets. There's an Intercontinental on the edge of town for luxury, or you can spend as little as 50rmb per night for a perfectly comfortable room. Food & Restaurants - If you love hot pot, you'll love the selection. There's also a wide variety of street food as well as buffet style restaurants. Shopping - If it's silver or leather you want, you'll be spoiled for choice. There are also many shops selling traditional Naxi clothes #yearofrabbit#newyearadventure

Best Hike in China 👀🇨🇳 Tiger Leaping

Myself and a group of friends competed the Tiger Leaping Gorge hike in July 2022. We started early 6am with a taxi from Lijiang to the start of the walk. From there we walk for about 5hrs to our hotel for the night. The Tea-horse Guesthouse, I’d highly recommend staying here the views were incredible and the food was delicious. At the time the hotel also had access to a local swimming pool and is exactly what we needed after a day of walking. The following day we completed the walk in about 4hrs, the got the bus from Tina’s Guesthouse to Shangri-la. it’s a must do if your in China. #2023travelwish #china

Eye of The Tiger!

Tiger Leaping Gorge was WILD! Hands down one of my favorite sites in China! The gorge is breathtaking and the surroundings were unbelievable! There’s no way to describe the magnitude of it. If you’re driving into the park (which is what we did), rather than taking the hiking trip, it can be done as an afternoon journey. There’s no need to buy bus tickets unless you want to go further up the mountain. SO worth the drive! I’ll never forget it.

Winter Blue at Tiger Leaping Gorge

#wintergetaway #china #tigerleapinggorge You’ve probably seen the pictures of Tiger Leaping Gorge. Roaring brown rapids crashing through the valley and a similar roaring sound coming from the hoards of tourists. Well, if you want a more peaceful and yet, in my opinion, a similarly stunning view, go during Winter season. During this time, the water is lower but still ferocious, and instead of the brown silt, the water is a cool and clear blue running off from MeiLi snow mountain.

Tiger leaping gorges !

Very good place for hiking ! The view is amazing and the temperature (October) is perfect. You can hike during 2 days and stop in some guesthouses.

#bucketlistreboot If you are riding a car from Li Jiang to Shangrila- this park/gorge is in between. Tiger Leaping Gorges is a place where you can see strong current / waterfalls all year round. Note that to get the best view of the gorges, you need to walk down around 200-250 steps for the actual feel of the strong water current. Not that you will really see tiger around, it’s just belief that previously there are tigers around the area.

Getting There - Take a taxi from Lijiang or take a bus Attractions - Tiger Leaping Gorge Hotels - The nearest hotel is in Lijiang Food & Restaurants - Small food stalls at the entrance of tiger leaping gorge for snacks or tea Shopping - not much for shopping This place is really thrilling and must visit during your Yunnan trip. There are 2 options to reach the river side 1. you can buy tickets to the elevator (up/down) 2. you can walk down the staircase to the photo point at this spot I recommend walking down the staircase as you can take more pictures during the decent and in case you cant walk steep the elevator is available.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

Tiger Leaping gorge hiking tour is definitely a must when you are visiting a Yunnan province. It s definitely both mentally and physically challenging, depending on time you have to spend hiking. Actual Tiger leaping Gorge is a bit crowded, so if you want to enjoy hiking fully, you might consider to visit that first, than to go to the mountain. There s 2 path for hiking. Upper and middle tracking route. We did middle one, due to lack of time. We came to Naxi family Guesthouse by car, from there we climbed to the top of 28 bends, definitely most challenging part of the hike, and we came all the way back to Halfway guesthouse from where we organized a car to drop us back to the Qiaotou town. Tea horse guesthouse is definitely a must stay place, fat least for a beer or short break, but i would definitely recommend you to stay there over the night. Especially if you choose to hike couple of days, since full track is long about 22km. You have stunning view on Jade snow mountain. They seem unreal. So it’s definitely a recommendation to do this hike and to enjoy beautiful nature that Yunnan can provide. #gorgeousyunnan #jademountain #hiking #tigerleapinggorge #habasnowmountain #naxi

Explore Tiger Leaping Gorge

Tiger Leaping Gorge is a scenic canyon on the Jinsha River, a primary tributary of the upper Yangtze River. This is one of the deepest gorges in the world located at the border of Lijiang and Shangri-La Yunnan Province. To enjoy a closer view, you can walk down following a trail or take the escalator. Tiger Leaping Gorge has three sections: the Upper Gorge, Middle Gorge and Lower Gorge. The Upper Gorge and Middle Gorge are popular with tourists for their amazing landscapes. #couplestrip #yunnantravel #summervacation #amazingplace #amazingview #summertrip #naturalwonders

Tiger 🐅 Leaps the Gorge

finally made it to the Tigers 🐯 Leaping Gorge by Van from Lijiang. Some passengers got off at a stop in the rain to hike the 6 hours of trails to see more of the mountains and Tiger Gorge itself. For those traveling with kids or unable to hike the trails the van ride takes you to two separate stops to enjoy the views of mountains and gushing strong currents of gorge water. it’s amazing to Finally see the Tigers 🐅 Leaping Gotge after being in China for several years. it was raining at the first stop but cleared up at the second scenic viewing spot. then we got to the Famous Tina’s hostel to stay for one night and walk some trails.

Tiger leaping Gorge

Great attraction in Yunnan. Located between Lijang and shangri la. If you are visting from lijang go to the local.bus stop and get a bus ticket for 30rmb. It is a bargain, basicallu a tour as the bus brings you to some great locatins and waits for you. They can also take you back to Lijang or help you get on a bus to Shagri La

Tiger Leaping Gorge (虎跳峡) - Lijiang

Getting There - Tiger Leaping Gorge is located 100km from Lijiang city. Travel to the gorge is possible by bus or by private car and takes around 2 hours. Regular buses can be taken from Lijiang Transport Service Center Bus Station to Qiaotou town where the ticket office is for the gorge. Attractions - With a depth of over 3000m, the gorge is one of the deepest in the world. The scenery is absolutely spectacular and is one of the best mountain landscapes to see in China. Day trips from Lijiang to the gorge are perfect to experience the gorge and the wild rapids. However, to full experience the gorge hiking the high trail is a must. The hike can be done in a single day but is best enjoyed over 2 - 3 days staying in local guesthouses along the trail. The trail starts in Qiaotou and is easy to spot with the trail head by the local school. When hiking the gorge, most hikers view Tina's Guesthouse as the end of their hike but it isn't. Make sure you continue to the Lower Gorge a few kilometres along the road. Food - Local food is available at different points along the trail and is a must to conquer the trail. The Naxi Family Guesthouse is a perfect starting point and will fuel you up for the switchbacks ahead. Accommodation: Beginning of the hike: Naxi Family Guesthouse Middle Gorge: Halfway Guesthouse End of the hike: Sean's Guesthouse #tigerleapinggorge #lijiang #shangrila #yunnan #虎跳峡 #丽江 #createwithtrip #naturewonders

Tiger leaping gorge

Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest gorges in the world, making it one of the top 10 world famous hiking trails. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain stand on each side, offering beautiful and diverse landscapes. It is divided into three parts: Upper Gorge, Middle Gorge and Lower Gorge. Tiger Leaping Gorge is located between the 5596 meters Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Yulong Snow Mountain) to the south and 5396 meters Haba Snow Mountain (Haba Xueshan) to the north. Legend says that in order to escape from a hunter, a tiger jumped across the river at the narrowest point, hence named Tiger Leaping Gorge and the stone called Tiger Leaping Rock. No matter you visit Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge or Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge, you can catch the best sight of the two snow mountains. #skiadventure #staycation #themepark #infinitypool

Hiking Lovers🌛

Tiger Leaping Gorge is honestly one of the best hikes I’ve been on! We went during the Summer so it was really hot during the day, however got a bit cooler after sunset. Biggest advice is to just follow the one path and there are signs to guide you along the way. You’ll bump into many animals roaming freely on the mountains🐄🐴🐐 There are many guesthouses along the way so you’ll never get thirsty or die of hunger! After about 2 hours you’ll stop at Naxi Family Guesthouse & fuel your energy with some noodles or rice dishes. Another hour you’ll find the famous 28 bends (literally so many bends😂) -mind the horse poo 😌. Other places recommended to eat is Tea-horse Guesthouse & the next day of the hike, Tina’s Guesthouse (you can book a bus here to Lijiang or Shangri-La). Altogether it took us about 8 hours to reach Halfway Guesthouse on the first day, including all the stops for the breathtaking views🙌🏽 I highly recommend you book a night at Halfway, and on a clear night you can see the stars ✨ You will never go wrong with Tiger Leaping Gorge⛰ #hiking #naturalwonders #tigerleapinggorge #awesomepic

Tiger Leaping Gorge

Second time doing Tiger Leaping Gorge, this time in winter rather than summer! Well worth a visit to hike for a day or two! We started in Lijiang and got driven to close to the starting point of the hike - Jenny's guesthouse organised it all for us, I would highly recommend staying there as she is so sweet and so willing to help every step of the way! The hike itself is fairly straightforward, just follow the red arrows along and you will come across various guesthouses! We stayed in the halfway house! Beautiful views but absolutely freezing in January. The hike itself varies from quite easy to difficult so be warned some sections are challenging. overall a must do in China!