Lugu Lake trip is back, sincerely recommending it to sisters who haven't traveled yet

To be honest, the scenery of Lugu Lake is truly breathtaking, and the water hyacinths are in full bloom, so beautiful it’s intoxicating. But on this trip, I also encountered quite a few pitfalls, so I’ve specially organized them to give everyone a heads-up! - 🚫 Lugu Lake Pitfall Avoidance Guide Revealed 1⃣ Don’t buy pig trough boat tickets online in advance! You might face a situation where after booking early, the price is suddenly raised at the dock. Buying tickets on-site is more cost-effective and you can even try bargaining. Shared boats cost over 100 yuan per person, but it’s actually better to charter a boat directly, usually 200 yuan can get you a whole boat, easy and free. 2⃣ Be cautious about drivers or homestay recommendations for lake circle car rentals or shared boat tours. They often recommend merchants they cooperate with, so be careful not to get “tricked.” Make sure to consider carefully before deciding. 3⃣ The road from Lijiang to Lugu Lake is full of bends, you could call it “Eighteen Bends of Mountain Road.” Friends driving themselves must drive carefully and ensure safety. 4⃣ The entrance ticket for Lugu Lake is 70 yuan, with half-price discounts for seniors and children. If you have discount certificates, be sure to bring them! 7⃣ The few proper meals eaten here are not cheap. Two people eating a stone pot fish meal cost over 200 yuan, really painful to the wallet 😭 8⃣ Want to see the starry sky at Lugu Lake? The Lige Peninsula viewing platform is not the best spot! Try going to the highest point of the Luya Line behind Zubei, where the starry sky is even more dazzling. - ✅ Travel Tips Big Giveaway‼ 🉑 To visit Lugu Lake, you need to allocate at least two days. The round trip from Lijiang takes 7 hours, so if you only spend one day, it will be a rushed visit and very tiring. 🉑 Accommodation is recommended in Daluoshuixin Village. This is the most commercial and bustling area of Lugu Lake, with very convenient dining, lodging, and transportation. 🉑 The direction to circle Lugu Lake depends on the sunlight direction. Looking at the lake surface in the same direction as the sunlight, the water is the bluest and most beautiful. Against the light, it’s a white glare, very dazzling and not good for photos. 🉑 The road from Lijiang to Lugu Lake is long and winding, so if you are prone to motion sickness, be sure to prepare motion sickness medicine in advance 💊 🉑 To watch the sunrise, choose Dashuiluo Dock; to watch the sunset, choose Shangfang Dock, Goddess Bay, or Lover’s Beach. 🉑 There is a hiking trail from Goddess Bay to Luowa Dock 🚶🏻‍♂️, with stunning scenery. About a two-hour hike will get you to the filming location of “Dear Inn.” 🉑 The water of Lugu Lake is especially clear, taking photos on a pig trough boat 📸 is super photogenic! - 🍚 Food Recommendations! • Pig fat meat: A traditional Mosuo delicacy, fatty but not greasy, with excellent taste. • Sulima wine: Rich in flavor and aroma, leaving a lasting impression. • Buckwheat pancake: Sweet and tasty, nutritious, a healthy and delicious choice. • Stone pot fish: Local specialty, fresh fish meat that’s irresistible. • Mosuo pancake: Has a unique flavor, an excellent choice to taste Mosuo culture. - 📍【Lugu Lake Two-Day Tour Route Reference】 D1: Depart from Lijiang - Check in at Eighteen Bends Mountain Road Viewing Platform - Arrive at Lugu Lake - Join bonfire party - Check into hotel D2: Depart from hotel - Watch Lugu Lake sunrise - Stroll Lover’s Beach - Visit Lige Peninsula - Take photos at Daluoshu Viewing Platform - Return to Lijiang