Cangshan Mountain: Black Dragon Pools and Summit Hike (1 Day)
1 day
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This is a long and very challenging one day high-altitude hike to the top of Cangshan Mountain in Dali, Yunnan province. We begin the hike at just over 2000 metres above sea level in a quiet, farming village 9 kilometres north of Dali Old Town and hike far up the mountain to a group of pristine alpine ponds located at 3780 metres (12,300 feet), before continuing up to the summit at 4030 metres! This is a 15 km round-trip hike with a total elevation gain of 2000 metres in a single day, so you must be in very strong physical condition. Serious hikers willing to challenge themselves will be rewarded with spectacular scenery, stunning views and a real sense of accomplishment!
After reaching the 4030 metre summit in the early afternoon, we take a much needed rest while soaking up the amazing views, before beginning our descent, which usually takes between 3 and 4 hours. Our car will be waiting in the village where we began our hike to transfer us back to Dali Old Town sometime between 6 and 7 pm. Lunch and snacks are included.
Stop At:
• Cangshan Mountain, Dali 671000 China
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This is a long and very challenging one day high-altitude hike to the top of Cangshan Mountain in Dali, Yunnan province. We begin the hike at just over 2000 metres above sea level in a quiet, farming village 9 kilometres north of Dali Old Town and hike far up the mountain to a group of pristine alpine ponds located at 3780 metres (12,300 feet), before continuing up to the summit at 4030 metres! This is a 15 km round-trip hike with a total elevation gain of 2000 metres in a single day, so you must be in very strong physical condition. Serious hikers willing to challenge themselves will be rewarded with spectacular scenery, stunning views and a real sense of accomplishment!
After reaching the 4030 metre summit in the early afternoon, we take a much needed rest while soaking up the amazing views, before beginning our descent, which usually takes between 3 and 4 hours. Our car will be waiting in the village where we began our hike to transfer us back to Dali Old Town sometime between 6 and 7 pm. Lunch and snacks are included.
Stop At:
• Cangshan Mountain, Dali 671000 China
Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Snacks
Not included
- Insurance
- Chinese Visa
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Cultural
45%
Sport
25%
Tourism
20%
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