CONFIMED: Meili Snow Mountains Secret World hikes: YUBENG, Shangri-La 朝圣梅里、探秘雨崩

DATES ARE FIXED to allow those who want to combine this easy trip with a 2 Yunnan tour & hiking, as we are using Kunming airport for all 3 trips:

1. Yunnan Best Hikes & Tour - for active beginners 3 - 9 APRIL 奇虎野哈，不止玉龙
2. Chasing Guizhou’s Spring Wild Beauties: Beyond Nature, Culture, Fresh Air 醉美贵州春天 18 - 26 APRIL

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➡️ Dates are fixed: 10 - 17 April

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Nestled in the rugged beauty of northwest Yunnan, Yubeng Village (雨崩) is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, pristine forests, and alpine meadows, this remote Tibetan village offers nature enthusiasts and trekkers an unforgettable adventure.
The Village is located at the foot of the holy Meili Snow Mountain, not very far away from Shangri-La and Tibet. The main peak of Meili, namely Kawakarpo Peak, tops the list of 8 Sacred Mountains in the Tibetan Areas.
It’s only accessible by foot or mule, which has preserved its authenticity and natural beauty, making it one of China’s most legendary trekking destinations.
Yubeng Village has long served as a pilgrimage destination for Tibetan Buddhists, who journey here to seek blessings and purification through sacred rituals. We are hiking this route, hence the title 朝圣梅里、探秘雨崩. => 绝色香巴拉 breathtaking Shambhala, a legendary hidden paradise in Tibetan Buddhism.

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⛰🏔🗻 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ HIKING 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ ⛰🏔🗻
HIGHLIGHT # 1️⃣ Tiger Leaping Gorge [Scenic section]
5 km, 4 hours easy hike for all.
This is one of the deepest and most dramatic gorges in the world, carved by the powerful Jinsha River (upper Yangtze) between the Haba Snow Mountain (5,396 m) and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (5,596 m). Hiking on our selected section rewards you with the best views of both legendary mountain ranges in China.

HIGHLIGHT # 2️⃣️ Abujicuo 阿布吉措
A moderately challenging but breathtaking high-altitude trek to a pristine alpine lake. It's gaining popularity among serious hikers for its stunning scenery, remote atmosphere, and spiritual serenity.
10 km, +750 m elevation gain, 5-6 hours with pack lunch, high altitude. Start at 3590 m, reach the lake at 4200 m, then stay at the Shangri-La area ~ 3000 m.

HIGHLIGHT #️ 3️⃣ Hike up to Lower Yubeng Village
It is one of the most iconic treks in Yunnan, accessible only by foot or mule, making the journey feel like a true pilgrimage into a hidden Himalayan paradise.
13 km, 6-7 hours, +1000m elevation gain

HIGHLIGHT #️️ 4️⃣ Yubeng Sacred Waterfall
One of the most spiritual and stunning treks you can do.

• The waterfall is believed to hold spiritual cleansing powers.
• Surrounded by majestic cliffs and lush forest, the hike feels like entering a sacred temple of nature.
• The roar of the waterfall echoes in the valley, creating a powerful and humbling experience.

8 km, 3 to 4 hours total - but we cater for the whole day to enjoy as much time as possible.

## 🏞️ Ninong Canyon (尼农峡谷) 🥾 Why It's Popular with Trekkers

Ninong Canyon is the return leg of the Yubeng pilgrimage loop and offers:

• Jaw-dropping scenery: towering cliffs, deep gorges, winding river paths
• A remote, raw feeling of nature—less crowded than the Xidang route
• A sense of completion to the spiritual Yubeng journey

Itinerary [TBA]
10 APR: Arrival Day ► SIN 一 KMG, Kunming. Train transfer to Lijiang
11 Apr: 丽江-虎跳峡 hike Tiger Leaping Gorge's most scenic section, 5 km
12 Apr: Full-day hike to Abujicuo 阿布吉措, 10 km
13 Apr: 香格里拉-松赞林寺 Shangri-La – Songzanlin Monastery, Feilai Temple, be blessed with golden glow that appears on the snow-capped peaks of Meili Snow Mountain during sunset
14 Apr: Hike into Yubeng via ancient pilgrimage route 梅里雪山朝圣之路, 14 km
15 Apr: Full day hike & Zen way to Yubeng Sacred Waterfall, 雨崩神瀑, 8 km
16 Apr: Hike out Yubeng via Ninong Canyon, 尼农峡谷. 14 km - a stunning and lesser-known trekking route in Yunnan. Back to Lijiang.
17 Apr: Train transfer to Kunming - Fly home

▬ Who is suitable? ▬ Intermediate hikers advised.
General Trekking Difficulty: Yubeng is often considered a beginner-friendly route, but it isn't easy, especially given the high altitude. However, as long as you don't suffer from altitude sickness and have decent physical fitness, you should be able to complete the trek.
Though Yubeng is often said to have a lower risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) compared to other high-altitude treks like those in Tibet or Nepal for various reasons, mild AMS is still possible.
You must not have any medical conditions related to blood, lungs, or heart and should be living an active lifestyle or regularly exercising in any form. There are NO requirements that you have done a trip of more than 3000 m before. With proper preparation, AMS can be managed with our vast experience.
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We have always focused on properly managing the altitude challenge and have accumulated expertise over the years. Yubeng seem to be blessed with a lower case of AMS => Purity & Lack of Pollution: Yubeng is far from cities and industrial zones. There are no cars, factories, or heavy infrastructure, meaning air pollution is extremely low. You’re breathing clean mountain air. Gradual Ascent - You can’t drive directly to Yubeng.

• Visitors usually travel to Feilaisi or Xidang, and then hike several hours to Yubeng.
• This hike is a natural acclimatisation process. You're gaining altitude slowly, which helps the body adjust and lowers AMS risk.

First night in Lijiang, situated at 2,500 meters, also helps. A proper briefing will be conducted.

►►LAND COST with min 10 pax, twin-share basis in hotel
Above 10 pax: SGD 1,798
18 pax: SGD 1,638
How to Sign up
Deposit $ 638 to secure a lot

INCLUDES:
✅ All land transfers & private coach including 4WD, SUV & Train
✅ Local Guide as trekking leader + Assistant [if above 20]
✅ Local hiking guide for different routes
✅ All meals: 8 Breakfast, L & D total = 12 meals
✅ 7-night accommodation with a mixture of hotel/guesthouse/民宿 - twin share room
✅ China traffic insurance
✅ All fees, permits, admission fees, and transport within places of interest
✅ Leader: TS Chua
✅ Small outdoor gifts for hiking

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