Shangri-La Nature & Hiking

Shangri-La Nature & Outdoors

Tiger Leaping Gorge Trek · Pudacuo · Napahai · Snow Mountain Photography

4 Days 3 NightsShangri-La1,200 – 1,680 USD

4Days

3Nights

1Destinations

1,200From

Natural SceneryHikingPhotographyAlpine Lakes

Overview

Trip Overview

Four days deep into Shangri-La's natural wonders: trek the Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge to feel the roar of the Jinsha River; wander Potatso's pristine forests to capture morning mist over alpine lakes; chase black-necked cranes at Napahai Yila Grassland. A pure outdoor journey designed for nature lovers.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Trek the Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge and feel the awe of the Jinsha River surging through the gorge
✓Hike along the Shudu Lake boardwalk in Pudacuo National Park and photograph plateau lakes and virgin forests
✓Photograph black-necked cranes and snow mountain reflections at Napahai Yila Grassland
✓Head to Shika Snow Mountain, take the cable car to the summit, and enjoy a panoramic view of Shangri-La
✓Visit Baishuitai and admire the natural wonder of travertine terrace pools
✓Accompanied by a professional outdoor guide throughout for safety assurance
✓Stay in a plateau-featured hotel and enjoy the starry sky and tranquility

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYShangri-La

Arrival · Napahai Yila Grassland Sunset

BreakfastNot included · Please arrange on your own

MorningArrive in Shangri-La, private car airport/station pickup, transfer to hotel for check-in, and acclimatize to the altitude.

LunchNot included · Please arrange on your own

AfternoonHead to Napahai Yila Grassland, ride horses or hike, and photograph the grassland wetlands with cattle and sheep.

DinnerIncluded · City Tibetan restaurant · Dinner included

EveningEnjoy the sunset near the grassland, then return to the city for dinner.

TransportPrivate carStayShangri-La city 4-star hotel

2DAYShangri-La

Pudacuo National Park Trek

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Breakfast included

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Pudacuo National Park, transfer to the eco-bus, hike along the Shudu Lake boardwalk, and photograph the plateau lake in the morning mist.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant inside Pudacuo Scenic Area · Light meal included

AfternoonContinue hiking along the Bita Lake boardwalk (subject to opening conditions) and enjoy the virgin forest and alpine meadows.

DinnerIncluded · City restaurant · Dinner included

EveningReturn to the city, enjoy dinner, and rest.

TransportPrivate carStayShangri-La city 4-star hotel

3DAYShangri-La

Tiger Leaping Gorge Trek · Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Breakfast included

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Tiger Leaping Gorge, trek the Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge, descend to the riverside along Teacher Zhang's Trail, and feel the surging Jinsha River.

LunchIncluded · Tiger Leaping Gorge town restaurant · Lunch included

AfternoonContinue trekking to the Sky Ladder, return to the highway, and drive back to Shangri-La city.

DinnerIncluded · City restaurant · Dinner included

EveningEnjoy dinner and rest.

TransportPrivate carStayShangri-La city 4-star hotel

4DAYShangri-La

Shika Snow Mountain · White Water Terraces · Return Trip

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Breakfast included

MorningHead to Shika Snow Mountain and take the cable car to the summit, overlooking the panoramic view of Shangri-La and the snow-capped peaks.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant near the White Water Terraces · Lunch included

AfternoonHead to the White Water Terraces to admire the travertine terrace fields, then return to the city area and be transferred to the airport/station according to your flight/train schedule.

DinnerNot included · Please arrange on your own

EveningReturn trip or free time.

TransportPrivate carStayNone

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Shangri-La	Downtown 4-star hotel	4-star	Standard Twin Room	3 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

Potatso National Park

A national park where plateau lakes, virgin forests, and pastures intertwine.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

One of the deepest gorges in the world, where the Jinsha River roars and surges.

Napa Lake Yila Grassland

A seasonal plateau lake and grassland, and a winter habitat for migratory birds.

Shika Snow Mountain

The highest peak in Shangri-La; take the cable car to the summit for a panoramic view.

White Water Terraces

China's largest travertine terraces, known as the "Fairy's Abandoned Fields."

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Starry Sky Photography Guidance	Shangri-La	Professional photographers guide you in shooting the plateau starry sky.	CNY	Price negotiable	About 2 hours
Outdoor Equipment Rental	Shangri-La	Provides rental of outdoor equipment such as trekking poles and oxygen cylinders.	CNY	Price negotiable	Charged per day

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Private car transfers and driver service throughout the trip
3 nights of downtown 4-star hotel accommodation (breakfast included)
Meals listed in the itinerary (3 breakfasts and 5 main meals)
Tickets to Potatso National Park, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Shika Snow Mountain, and White Water Terraces
Professional outdoor guide service
Travel accident insurance

Not Included

Transportation to and from Shangri-La
Personal expenses outside the itinerary
Optional paid items such as horseback riding and oxygen cylinders
Single room supplement
Additional expenses caused by force majeure
Tips for the guide and driver (suggested 20 yuan per person per day)

Notes

Good to Know

Outdoor hiking requires a certain level of physical fitness; please choose to participate according to your own condition.
The plateau weather is changeable, so please bring rain gear and warm clothing.
Some sections of the Tiger Leaping Gorge hike are quite dangerous, so please follow the guide's instructions.

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