Xishuangbanna Nature & Rainforest: 4 Days

4-Day Xishuangbanna Nature & Outdoor Tour

Rainforest Hiking · Wild Elephant Valley · Parashorea chinensis · Stargazing Camping, Deep into the 21°N Oasis

4 Days 3 NightsXishuangbanna920 – 1,320 USD

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Nature & OutdoorsRainforest TrekkingPhotographyStargazing Camp

Overview

Trip Overview

Xishuangbanna is China's only tropical rainforest reserve. Over four days we trek pristine rainforest, cross the canopy walkway among towering trees, track Asian elephants in Wild Elephant Valley, camp under the stars and wake to gibbon calls. Perfect for nature lovers who want to measure the 21°N oasis on foot.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Hike through pristine tropical rainforest, learn about strangler figs and buttress roots
✓36-meter-high canopy walkway at Parashorea chinensis Scenic Area
✓Search for Asian elephants and gibbons along the rainforest boardwalk in Wild Elephant Valley
✓Rainforest stargazing camping and campfire night chat
✓Night tour at Tropical Botanical Garden to observe nocturnal animals
✓Professional outdoor guide and photography instructor accompanying the group
✓Small group departure for an in-depth nature experience

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYXishuangbanna

Day 1 Arrive in Jinghong · Night Tour at Tropical Botanical Garden

BreakfastNot included

MorningArrive at Xishuangbanna Gasa Airport, private transfer to downtown hotel, organize outdoor gear.

LunchNot included · Simple meal at airport at own expense

AfternoonVisit Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, explore the East Area rainforest and Flower Garden.

DinnerIncluded · Restaurant near the botanical garden · Dinner included

EveningJoin the botanical garden night tour, observe fireflies, stick insects and other nocturnal animals, return to Jinghong for overnight stay.

TransportPrivate airport pickup + business vanStay4-star hotel in Jinghong downtown

2DAYXishuangbanna

Day 2 Parashorea chinensis · High-altitude Canopy Walkway

BreakfastIncluded · In hotel

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Mengla Parashorea chinensis Scenic Area, take a boat into the Nanla River, hike along rainforest trails.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant at Parashorea chinensis Scenic Area · Simple meal at scenic area

AfternoonChallenge the 36-meter-high canopy walkway, overlook the entire tropical rainforest, photograph the layered rainforest landscape.

DinnerIncluded · Rainforest camp · Campfire dinner included

EveningStay in Mengla or a rainforest camp, campfire dinner, stargazing at night.

TransportAir-conditioned tour busStayMengla rainforest camp / boutique hotel

3DAYXishuangbanna

Day 3 Wild Elephant Valley · Elephant Spotting on Rainforest Boardwalk

BreakfastIncluded · Camp / hotel

MorningHead to Wild Elephant Valley, hike along the rainforest boardwalk, observe traces of Asian elephant activity and tropical rainforest ecology.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant at Wild Elephant Valley Scenic Area · Simple meal at scenic area

AfternoonTake the cable car for an aerial view of the rainforest, visit the Elephant School, learn about Asian elephant conservation efforts.

DinnerNot included · Downtown at own expense

EveningReturn to Jinghong downtown, free time, optional Dai-style massage at own expense.

TransportAir-conditioned tour busStay4-star hotel in Jinghong downtown

4DAYXishuangbanna

Day 4 Pristine Rainforest Hike · Airport Transfer

BreakfastIncluded · In-hotel

MorningHead to Jinuo Mountain or Mengyuan Wonderland, follow an outdoor guide to hike through pristine tropical rainforest, learn about rainforest plants and medicinal herbs.

LunchIncluded · Rainforest picnic · Includes a simple picnic

AfternoonPlay in rainforest streams, photograph rainforest light and shadows, lunch is a rainforest picnic. Return to Jinghong.

DinnerNot included · At own arrangement depending on flight schedule

EveningAirport transfer depending on flight time, end of nature tour.

TransportBusiness van + private airport transferStayNone (return trip)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Xishuangbanna	4-star hotel in Jinghong city area	4-star	Standard twin room	2 nights
Xishuangbanna	Mengla Rainforest Camp/Boutique Hotel	Specialty camp	Tent/Standard room	1 night

Activities

Recommended Activities

Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences

China's largest tropical botanical garden; night tour to observe nocturnal animals.

Wangtianshu Scenic Area

A tropical rainforest scenic area famous for its 36-meter-high canopy walkway.

Wild Elephant Valley

China's only tropical rainforest scenic area where you can observe Asian elephants up close.

Mengyuan Wonderland

A destination for pristine tropical rainforest hiking and stream valley exploration.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Rainforest Stargazing Camping Upgrade	Xishuangbanna	Upgrade to a professional stargazing tent, including sleeping bag and night-watching guide.	CNY	Price negotiable	Advance reservation required
Professional photography follow-shoot	Xishuangbanna	Full-day follow-shoot by an outdoor photographer, capturing moments of the rainforest hike.	CNY	Price negotiable	Includes retouched photos

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Air-conditioned tour vehicle throughout and private airport transfers
2 nights in a 4-star city hotel + 1 night in a rainforest camp (breakfast included)
First admission tickets to all attractions listed in the itinerary
Professional outdoor guide and rainforest hiking equipment
Botanical garden night tour and bonfire dinner
Meals listed in the itinerary (3 breakfasts, 4 main meals)
Travel agency liability insurance

Not Included

Round-trip major transportation to/from Xishuangbanna
Meals and drinks not listed in the itinerary
Optional paid items such as cable cars and boat rides within scenic areas
Personal outdoor equipment (hiking shoes, headlamp, etc.)
Personal expenses and gratuities
Single room supplement
Travel accident insurance
Additional expenses due to force majeure

Notes

Good to Know

This route involves rainforest hiking; participants are advised to be over 10 years old and in good health.
Please bring your own hiking shoes, quick-dry clothing, headlamp, raincoat, and insect repellent.
Rainforest weather is changeable, and the itinerary may be adjusted for safety reasons.
Camping is a special experience; in case of severe weather, hotel accommodation will be arranged instead.

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