5A Tourism Area
Designated 2020
Daocheng Yading Nature Reserve
甘孜州稻城亚丁旅游景区
Sichuan, Ganzi★ 4.5Designated 2020·28.3421°N, 100.0547°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 146/Off-peak CNY 120
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Designated
2020
About Daocheng Yading Nature Reserve
A significant cultural and historical site in Ganzi, Sichuan, showcasing China's rich heritage through its architecture, artifacts, and traditions. Sacred snow peaks (Chenresig, Jambeyang, Chanadorje); the milk-blue lakes (Five-Color Lake, Milk Lake); meadows and Tibe...
Highlights
Sacred snow peaks (Chenresig, Jambeyang, Chanadorje); the milk-blue lakes (Five-Color Lake, Milk Lake); meadows and Tibetan-plateau scenery.
Suggested Route
Enter at Daocheng, take the long shuttle to the core area, hike to Milk Lake / Five-Color Lake via the long boardwalk; allow 1-2 days.
Food & Lodging
Tibetan yak beef and butter tea; stay in Shangri-La town (Aden) or Daocheng county.
Facilities
Long-distance shuttles, boardwalks, restrooms and oxygen; very high altitude - strong altitude caution.
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Opening Hours
Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.
Getting There
No metro/HSR; nearest airport Daocheng Yading Airport (DCY) ~80 km to Shangri-La Town visitor center, flights from Chengdu/Kunming/Chongqing; ~700 km from Chengdu by road.
Reservation
Advance online reservation required via official WeChat '稻城亚丁'/yadingtour.com; real-name, daily cap 16,000.
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 146/Off-peak CNY 120
Address
Sichuan Province Ganzizangzu Autonomous Prefecture Daocheng County Xianggelila Town
