Tiger Leaping Gorge, rated by National Geographic as one of "China's Top Ten Most Beautiful Hiking Trails," is also hailed as one of the "World's Top Ten Classic Hiking Trails." The American explorer Joseph Rock once discovered and left his footprints here. The gorge stretches 17 kilometers, with the valley floor at an elevation of 1,800 meters and a river surface drop of over 200 meters. The Tiger Leaping Gorge hiking trail is part of the ancient Tea-Horse Road, carved into the cliffs, connecting the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain on the south bank and the Haba Snow Mountain on the north bank.

Code of Tour: SZW0000034

Length of Travel: 1 Day

Departure City: Lijiang

Price of Tour: Request

Features of Tour: Tiger Leaping Gorge is a masterpiece of nature, where the mighty Yangtze River surges through narrow, steep cliffs, showcasing raw power and stunning beauty.

Highlights

• Admire the majestic views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain.

• Encounter Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from a unique perspective.

• Hike through Tiger Leaping Gorge and experience the thrill of the canyon.

INQUIRY

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Lijiang → Tiger Leaping Gorge Town → Teacher Zhang's Guesthouse → Hike Teacher Zhang's Trail → Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge → Climb the 168-Step "Brave Ladder" → Halfway Guesthouse (photo stop at the famous balcony) → Hike to Longdong Waterfall → Return to Lijiang.
Driving Distance: Approximately 180 km, taking about 4 hours.
Hiking Distance: Approximately 12 km, taking about 6 hours.
Accommodation: None.
Meals: Self-arranged.
After breakfast, gather and depart from Lijiang by car, arriving at Tiger Leaping Gorge Town in about 1.5 hours (teammates starting from Shangri-La can join here). Continue driving for about 0.5 hours to reach Teacher Zhang's Guesthouse.
After a warm-up led by the guide, begin the hike by descending Teacher Zhang's Trail to reach Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge. Marvel at the roaring river rushing through the majestic canyon. The Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge section is undeveloped and extremely primitive, with narrow and perilous paths carved into the mountainside. The thundering rapids echo between the snow-capped peaks. Then, hike up the 168-step "Brave Ladder" and return to Teacher Zhang's Guesthouse.
Take a car to the Halfway Guesthouse, where you can take photos on the famous balcony and capture the most beautiful moments of your hike. After a short rest, continue hiking, enjoying the breathtaking canyon scenery along the way. Pass by Longdong Waterfall, where the rushing waters will cleanse your spirit and bring you peace.
Experience the awe-inspiring power of the Jinsha River's "super torrents" up close in this high-altitude canyon. Walk along the narrow cliffside paths and immerse yourself in the ultimate canyon adventure of Tiger Leaping Gorge. Face the peaks of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and look down at the gorge below for a truly震撼ing view. Return to Lijiang by car, concluding this unforgettable high-altitude hike.
The estimated return time to Lijiang is around 18:30. Please plan your departure accordingly if you need to travel on the same day.

Service Included:

1. Transportation: Appropriate vehicle based on group size, with one seat per person (includes transportation and fuel costs for the itinerary).
2. Entrance Fees: Tickets for Teacher Zhang's Trail and the 168-step "Brave Ladder."
3. Guide: Excellent Chinese speaking travel guide as driver.
4. Insurance: Travel accident insurance (coverage: 500,000 RMB). (For minors under 18 and seniors over 70, the maximum coverage for accidental death follows the regulations of the China Insurance Regulatory Commission. Seniors over 85 are not eligible for coverage.)

Service Excluded:

1. Transportation: Round-trip transportation to and from the departure point to Lijiang is not included.
2. Meals: No meals are included during the trip. Participants can arrange their own meals or share costs.
3. Other: Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions, as well as personal expenses.

Complimentary Items:

- One bottle of water per person.
- One portable raincoat (only during the rainy season).
- Two trekking poles per person for use during the hike.
Note: Complimentary items cannot be exchanged for cash, and unused items will not be refunded.

Things to bring Checklist

1. Hiking Backpack: A 10L~20L backpack to carry your camera, drinks, snacks, and warm clothing during the hike.
2. Low-Cut Hiking Shoes: Hiking in the mountains can be strenuous, with slippery gravel, uphill and downhill paths, and muddy sections during the rainy season. It is recommended to wear well-broken-in waterproof hiking shoes (new shoes may cause blisters).
3. Clothing: The temperature in the mountains varies greatly between morning and evening. In autumn and winter, bring warm gloves, a knit hat, breathable thermal underwear, fleece-lined jackets, and waterproof pants. A down jacket is recommended as a backup. During the hike, you may get hot, so pack quick-drying clothes. Also, bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and an outdoor neck gaiter. The high-altitude sunlight is intense, so sunglasses are essential. The neck gaiter can protect your neck from sunburn and be pulled up to cover your face.
4. Personal Items: A thermal water bottle, ID card, student ID, or other valid personal documents. Note: Accommodation on outdoor routes is often in remote rural areas, and conditions may not match urban standards. Guests with severe cleanliness concerns may bring disposable bedding.
5. Snacks: Hiking can be physically demanding, so it is recommended to bring lightweight, high-energy snacks such as beef jerky, chocolate, Snickers, nuts (cashews/almonds/peanuts), raisins, and dried bananas.
6. Medications: Personal medications, altitude sickness pills, cold medicine, band-aids, motion sickness patches, etc. Depending on your blood type and skin sensitivity, some people may be prone to mosquito bites. Those with sensitive skin should consider bringing insect repellent.