by droneandphone | Mar 9, 2026 | Mainland, Northern Yunnan Hikes
Sacred Waterfall The trek to the Sacred Waterfall is a spiritually charged journey that serves as a fitting finale to any Yunnan adventure. Starting from the remote village of Yubeng, this 10-kilometer round-trip takes hikers deep into the heart of the Meili Snow...
by droneandphone | Mar 9, 2026 | Mainland, Northern Yunnan Hikes, Uncategorized
Yubeng Village The trek to the remote Tibetan village of Yubeng in northern Yunnan is a dramatic ascent through some of China’s most rugged and spectacular landscapes. Starting from the small village of Ninong along the Lancang (Mekong) River, hikers face a...
by droneandphone | Mar 9, 2026 | Mainland, Northern Yunnan Hikes
Thousand Lake Mountain The Thousand Lakes hike, located approximately 50 kilometers south of Shangri-La, offers a breathtaking escape into a high-altitude watery plateau nestled between the Tibetan Plateau and the deep gorges of the Yangtze and Mekong rivers. The trek...
by droneandphone | Mar 9, 2026 | Mainland, Northern Yunnan Hikes
Abuji Lake The Abuji Lake hike is a stunning “out and back” trek located about 50 km outside of Shangri-La, offering a dramatic transition from lush forests to a stark glacial amphitheater. The 9 km journey begins at an altitude of 3,600 meters, where...
by droneandphone | Mar 9, 2026 | Mainland, Northern Yunnan Hikes
Tiger Leaping Gorge The Tiger Leaping Gorge walk is perhaps the most iconic trek in Northern Yunnan, offering a dramatic high-trail experience that towers nearly 1,000 meters above the roaring Jinsha River. While the full route spans 22 km, a popular 11-km stretch...
