Laigu Glacier Travel Guide

Hey guys 👋, Laigu Glacier is definitely a must-visit place in your lifetime. Today, I'm going to share a super detailed travel guide with you 👇 📅 [Best Time to Visit] December to February is the best time to see blue ice ❄. During this period, the lake is frozen, and the blue ice is exposed, presenting a dreamlike blue color under the sunlight, like a fairyland. However, please note that the temperature is extremely low in winter, so make sure to keep warm. 🚗 [Transportation Guide] 📍Self-driving: If you start from Chengdu, drive west along National Highway 318, passing through Ya'an, Kangding, Litang, and other places, and finally arrive at Ranwu Town. The road conditions are complex, so it is recommended for experienced drivers, and snow chains are needed. The scenery along the way is beautiful, but it takes a long time, so you need to reserve 2-3 days. 🚌Public transportation: You can take a flight to Nyingchi Mainling Airport or Qamdo Bangda Airport, and then take a bus to Ranwu Town. Ranwu Town is about 40 km away from Laigu Glacier Scenic Area. You can choose to take a taxi 🚕, which usually costs CNY 200-300 for a round trip, and can accommodate 4-5 people, so the cost is reasonable. 🎫 [Ticket Information] The ticket price is CNY 210 per person, including the sightseeing bus ticket. If you want to ride a horse to the deeper part of the glacier, you need to pay extra for the horse riding, which costs about CNY 200-300 for a one-way trip. You can choose according to your own situation. 🧗‍♂ [Travel Route] After taking the sightseeing bus into the scenic area, you will first arrive at the viewing platform, where you can overlook the entire Laigu Glacier group. The snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and lakes in the distance complement each other, and the view is super wide. Remember to take photos 📷. Walk down the plank road to get close to the glacier. There is a thick layer of ice under your feet, and there are various ice caves and ice cracks beside you. Be careful when walking and do not leave the designated route. Continue to the ice lake, which is frozen in winter and becomes a natural skating rink. Brave friends can slide on the ice and enjoy the fun, but also pay attention to safety 🛡. 👚 [Dressing Suggestions] Top: Thermal underwear + thick sweater + outdoor jacket (preferably a professional outdoor jacket that is windproof and waterproof), a down jacket is also essential, which can be worn inside the outdoor jacket and put on when it is cold. Bottom: Fleece thermal pants + outdoor pants, waterproof shoes are essential, ordinary sports shoes are easy to get wet, causing cold feet. Accessories: Wool hat 🧢, scarf 🧣, gloves 🧤, sunglasses 🕶 (to prevent snow blindness), these small items can greatly improve the warmth effect. 📸 [Photo Spots] Inside the ice cave: A natural cave formed by blue ice, where the light refracts through the ice layer and emits a blue light. Standing inside, you can take a photo that looks like a mysterious blue planet. By the ice lake: With the blue ice lake as the background, wear bright clothes, such as a red down jacket, which forms a strong contrast with the ice blue, and is super photogenic. Beside the glacier crack: Thrilling and visually impactful, showing the wonderful fusion of man and nature, but remember to keep a safe distance. 🍔 [Food Recommendations] There are some small shops in the scenic area, selling instant noodles, grilled sausages, and other simple food, which can solve urgent needs. In Ranwu Town, you can taste the local Tibetan yak hot pot 🥘, which is warm and delicious, and butter tea, which may not be very accustomed to at first, but you will love its unique taste after a few sips. 💡 [Notes] In high-altitude areas, some people may have altitude sickness. Prepare medicine for altitude sickness in advance, such as Rhodiola, and rest and adapt after arrival. Do not exercise vigorously. Respect local religious customs. When traveling in Tibetan areas, follow local customs and do not touch prayer flags, Mani piles, etc. Protect the environment, do not litter, take away beautiful memories, and leave a clean landscape 🌍 I hope you all have an unforgettable journey at Laigu Glacier and enjoy the wonders of nature 💖