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Top 8 nature & wildlife things to do in Lijiang

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Lijiang that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Private Transfer from Lijiang to Shangri-La and Stops at Tiger Leaping Gorge, Lijiang1

    1. Private Transfer from Lijiang to Shangri-La and Stops at Tiger Leaping Gorge

    · 7 hours

    Pre-book a private pick-up transfer from Lijiang/Shuhe hotel to Shangri-La hotel/Banyan Tree Ringha, and enjoy a smooth start to your trip. On the way, we can stop at Tiger Leaping Gorge and you can go to the sinic spot area of lijiang side,enjoy the walking go and back around 5km. The Tiger Leaping Gorge, with its glorious view of the rapids, torrential current of the Jinsha River, was created through constant erosion by the waters between the Jade Dragon Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain. About 16 kilometres long, the gorge drops is around 300 metres in a series of 18 rapids. The water surface is about 1,800 metres above sea level and the Snow Mountains on both sides soar as high as 5,600 metres.

  2. Private Overnight Tour to Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La from Lijiang, Lijiang2

    2. Private Overnight Tour to Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La from Lijiang

    · 2 days

    The amazing destinations of Yunnan are Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La. This 2-day private tour will let you start from Lijiang to discover the natural beauty for both area with a local guide. The attractions include Tiger Leaping Gorge, Dukezong Old Town, Xiaojiezi Tibetan Village, Songzanlin Monastery and Napahai Lake. Day 1. Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La by car. Visit the gorge and Dukezong Old Town. Day 2. Shangri-La sightseeing including Songzanlin Monastery, Tibetan Village visit, and Napahai Lake. Later, drive back to Lijiang.

  3. 2 Days Tiger Leaping Gorge Hiking Tour by public coach, Lijiang3

    3. 2 Days Tiger Leaping Gorge Hiking Tour by public coach

    · 2 days

    1.Visit one of the deepest canyons in the world - Tiger Leaping Gorge. 2. Enjoy 2 days hiking at Tiger Leaping Gorge. 3. Designed for budget travelers.

  1. Lijiang Jade dragon snow Mountain Glacier Park show &village tour, Lijiang4

    4. Lijiang Jade dragon snow Mountain Glacier Park show &village tour

    Visit Glacier park with round way cable car, If in peak season the Glacier park cable car tickets are sold out we will go to Yark meadow instead, in summer, the meadow is dotted with blossom and yaks, presenting the most beautiful and peaceful scenery. Visit the Blue moon valley,the mysterious colors of Blue Moon Valley will be unforgettable for a lifetime. Then Ganhaizi you can not only see the thirteen peaks of Yulong Snow Mountain arranged in sequence, but also take photos with wild goats and cattle grazing in the mountains. Enjoy Impression show in regular seat, more than 500 ordinary farmers only use the snow capped mountains as scenery, perform with the most natural and simple language, sing with the most simple voice, dance with heaven and earth, and harmonize with nature. After jade dragon snow mountain we will go to Baisha village to make photos of the countryside view, you will walk on the quite street and make photos of the local street, buildings, village, and so on.

  2. Lijiang Private Tour: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & Baisha Villages, Lijiang5

    5. Lijiang Private Tour: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & Baisha Villages

    Embark on an immersive journey to Yulong Snow Mountain, choose one of three remarkable round-trip cable car routes to explore Yulong Snow Mountain: ascend to 4,506 meters via the Glacier Cable Car for sweeping views of ancient glaciers and granite cliffs; delve into a subalpine wonderland of spruce forests and wildflower valleys with the Spruce Meadow Cable Car; or glide to a snow-capped plateau dotted with Naxi yurts on the Yunshanping Cable Car. After your chosen adventure, wander through Baisha Village to admire 1,000-year-old murals, browse handwoven textiles in ancient alleys, and savor traditional salt tea in a century-old courtyard, accompanied by a private guide who will enrich the journey with insights into geology, folklore, and hidden photo spots for a fully tailored experience.

  3. Lijiang to Shangri-La Scenic Drive Tour with Tiger Leaping Gorge, Lijiang6

    6. Lijiang to Shangri-La Scenic Drive Tour with Tiger Leaping Gorge

    5.0· 16 reviews· 10 hours

    Discover the natural beauty of the Tiger Leaping Gorge, Haba Snow Mountain, and Baishui Terrace on a full-day scenic drive from Lijiang to Shangri-La. Start your tour with pickup from your hotel in Lijiang and head to the Tiger Leaping Gorge. Pass the Haba Snow Mountain, the main peak of which is 5,396 meters above sea level. See the Baishui Terrace, a natural limestone terrace that resembles a frozen waterfall. Finally, visit the Songzanlin Monastery and the Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La. Choose to return to Lijiang via highway or stay over at Shangri-La City

  4. Jade Dragon's Hidden Trails: Authentic & Off-The-Beaten-Path, Lijiang7

    7. Jade Dragon's Hidden Trails: Authentic & Off-The-Beaten-Path

    5.0· 8 reviews· 10 hours

    This Lijiang ecotour offers a truly unique and authentic experience, taking you far beyond the typical tourist crowds to uncover hidden treasures. You'll discover secluded spiritual sanctuaries, pristine natural wonders, and untouched beauty on a special conservation patrol hike. Intimate cultural immersion is at the heart of this journey, with a home-cooked lunch in a local village and an exploration of rich heritage, all far from the hustle and bustle of mass tourism, providing solitude with nature and authentic cultural experiences.

  5. Lijiang Private Essentials Tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain including Cable Car, Lijiang8

    8. Lijiang Private Essentials Tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain including Cable Car

    4.5· 2 reviews

    Discover Jade Dragon Snow Mountain-Yunnan’s most wild and beautiful mountain scenery on this full-day, private tour from Lijiang. After morning pickup from your hotel, use the convenient shuttle bus and cable car to reach the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain for stunning views of its glacier and peaks. See highlights like the Glacier Park, Ganhaizi, Baishui River and Blue Moon Valley. Tour offer the option to take the cable car to explore Spruce Plateau or Yak Meadow. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, round trip cable car, lunch and door-to-door hotel transfers.

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