[2025 Jiuzhaigou Attraction] Travel Guide for Panda Sea (Updated Mar)

2025.03.14 Take the high-speed train from Chengdu East to Huanglong Jiuzhaigou Station Arrival in about 2 and a half hours After getting off the station, I saw a lot of carpooling tickets at the exit. It costs 60 yuan per person to go directly to the hotel. No need to buy bus tickets in advance There are snow-capped mountains along the way. So beautiful 💖 The drive takes about 1 hour and a half to reach the hotel First, visit the restaurants around the hotel and buy some souvenirs. Walk into the scenic area at 8:30 the next morning Tickets are purchased in advance from trip.com Arrive at the entrance of the scenic spot and queue up to scan your passport to enter the park After that, buses were waiting on the roadside. Just queue up and get on the bus. There are two routes I will go to the right ditch first and then return to the left ditch It was finished around 3 o'clock. After that, we left the scenic area and took a shared car to the high-speed rail station. Jiuzhaigou is really beautiful. It's worth the trip. You must go once in your life #Jiuzhaigou #Tibetan clothing experience

The world's only 6 luxury hidden series China's first show is hidden deep in the secrets of Jiuzhaigou! The ultimate legacy of Aman's exclusive master Jaya🗝 It took ten years and a billion dollars to carve out the real Shangri-La of the East 🏔【Sleep in a World Heritage Site】→ Risai Valley Ritz Hidden World ▫87 cliff villas｜Every window is a National Geographic cover frame ▫Snow Mountain Constant Temperature Pool♨｜Watch the Milky Way while tasting 1988 Chateau Margaux red wine ▫Secrets of Tibetan and Qiang culture｜Personally rubbing the thousand-year-old Zhangzhung scriptures and making thangkas with the Living Buddha ▫VIP Secret Passage🚁｜Exclusive access to the blue ice and starry sky after Jiuzhaigou is closed When the yak wool blanket wraps up the cold, you will know what "civilization in the clouds" is 🗺【4 days and 3 nights pilgrimage】 𝐃𝐀𝐘❶ The journey to heaven begins, the first visit to the sacred mountain → Jiuhuang Airport VIP pick-up✈-煨桑禮祝福-Cliff afternoon tea 𝐃𝐀𝐘❷ A walk in the fairyland·Decoding the intangible cultural heritage →VIP private tour of Jiuzhaigou🌊-Tibetan medicine bath therapy-starry sky yak hot pot banquet 𝐃𝐀𝐘❸ Retreat daily lesson·Spiritual SPA →Xangxiong Scripture Rubbings📜-Black Tent Thangka Painting-Chef Customized Dinner 𝐃𝐀𝐘❹ Farewell in the cloud·Memory preservation → Hiking in Mount Kinabalu to pick Matsutake mushrooms 🏔 - Customized Tibetan incense souvenirs - Special car to send to the airport 🎎【Top gift list】 ➊ 24-hour Snow Mountain Breakfast Enjoy the sunrise over the Panda Sea at an altitude of 3,000 meters ➋ Private lessons from intangible cultural heritage masters A Kham man teaches you how to play the epic of King Gesar with an eagle bone flute ➌ Hidden world photography Professional team records the beautiful blockbuster in the travertine beach ➍ Yak wool private order Weaving exclusive Tibetan scarves with raw materials directly supplied by the ranch ➎ Starry Night Singing Bowl Healing Listen to the deep resonance of Tibetan Tongqin amidst the prayer flags 📿【Five-dimensional shocking experience】 📍Architectural aesthetics Jaya's last work perfectly combines Tibetan towers with contemporary minimalism 📍Tip of the tongue tour Matsutake sashimi served with highland barley wine subverts the perception of plateau cuisine 📍Cultural immersion Participate in the thousand-year-old Bon blessing ceremony and feel the pulse of Zhangzhung civilization 📍Ecological miracle Exclusive channel to Jiuzhai National Nature Reserve to meet wild Sichuan golden monkeys 📍Healing Revolution Cliff SPA cabin combines Tibetan medicine with Swiss technology ☯Hidden World𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 ✔It is recommended to bring binoculars to watch the mating dance of the Green-tailed Pheasant in the morning ✔May to October is the best season to experience the feast of alpine azalea flowers ✔The villa is equipped with a diffuse oxygen supply system, no need to worry about altitude sickness ✔Book a meditation course 3 months in advance and get the meditation tips from the Living Buddha How can this be a hotel? It is clearly the key to the Kingdom of Shambhala🗝 When the yak bells break through the mountain fog Suddenly I understand why "Lost Horizon" makes the world crazy🏮

“Magical Jiuzhaigou, paradise on earth, you sprinkle warm light across the mountains.” Li Na's song, "Magical Jiuzhaigou," planted a seed of longing in my heart for the beauty of Jiuzhaigou. In March, I finally embarked on this journey to Jiuzhaigou. Now, let me share my travel tips with you 😎 Preparation In March, the temperature difference between day and night in Jiuzhaigou is significant. Thick coats and warm clothing 🧥 are essential. Sports shoes or hiking boots will ensure comfortable sightseeing. Book tickets and bus passes in advance through the official Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area WeChat public account or major travel platforms to avoid delays. Also, pack sunscreen, as the UV radiation is strong at high altitudes. My Itinerary • Day 1: Arrive at Jiuzhaigou entrance - Zhangzha Town Upon arrival at Jiuzhaigou, settle in near the entrance and then head to Zhangzha Town. This town is full of Tibetan charm, with Tibetan-style buildings lining the streets. Here, you can savor authentic Tibetan cuisine, purchase unique souvenirs 🎁, and immerse yourself in the rich Tibetan culture. • Day 2: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area Day Trip Enter the scenic area early in the morning and take the sightseeing bus to the primeval forest. Stroll along the boardwalk, breathe in the fresh air, and encounter lively small animals in the mountains. Then, proceed to Arrow Bamboo Lake and Panda Lake to admire the crystal-clear water and surrounding snowy scenery, as if stepping into a Frozen wonderland. After lunch at the Nuorilang Service Center, visit Five Flower Lake, Pearl Shoal Waterfall, Mirror Lake, and other attractions in the afternoon. The magnificent Pearl Shoal Waterfall was a filming location for *Journey to the West*. The surface of Mirror Lake is as smooth as a mirror, reflecting the mountains on both sides, a breathtakingly beautiful sight. About the Surrounding Attractions • Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area: “Look at the people of the world, yearning deeply.” Jiuzhaigou is renowned for its six wonders: turquoise lakes, cascading waterfalls, colorful forests, snow-capped peaks, Tibetan culture, and blue ice. In March, the ice and snow have not completely melted, offering a blend of winter tranquility and spring vitality. • Zhangzha Town: As the gateway town to Jiuzhaigou, it's a great place to experience Tibetan folk culture and savor local cuisine. It's filled with a vibrant atmosphere. Accommodation Guide I recommend staying in hotels or guesthouses near the entrance of Jiuzhaigou. They offer convenient access for quickly entering the park and starting your tour, with a wide variety of choices and price ranges 🏨. Food Guide • Yak Beef Hot Pot: Warm and delicious, the tender yak beef is stewed to perfection and paired with vegetables. One sip of the soup will warm you up 🥘. • Barley Cakes: Filled with the aroma of wheat and a firm texture, these cakes are best enjoyed with butter tea for a truly Tibetan experience. • Jiuzhaigou Mushroom Stew: A combination of various local wild mushrooms, this soup is fresh, flavorful, and nutritious, a must-try delicacy of the mountains. Jiuzhaigou in March, with its interplay of ice, snow, and spring greenery, is a dreamlike wonderland. Accompanied by the melody of "Magical Jiuzhaigou," step into this earthly paradise and embark on a soul-stirring journey! 💖

OMG, you guys!! I just got off the high-speed train and received an opening-year gift from nature! I was standing by the Spark Sea when a furry head suddenly popped out of the water—a wild otter holding a fish in its mouth stared at me for 5 seconds!! It turns out that the title "Fairy Tale World" in the Chinese textbook was written by Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area itself.📖 💎【20,000 Steps for the Ultimate Decisive Guide】 ⚠The left branch line is completely frozen❌ The right branch line is the winter beauty! 🚫Routes to avoid: Panda Lake× | Pearl Shoal Beach× (You'll get tired of the icefalls later) 🔥Recommended route: Sword Bamboo Sea→Five Flower Lake (sapphire dropped into a palette)→Mirror Lake (snow mountain reflection in mirror mode)→Nuorilang Waterfall (giant crystal chandelier)→Rhinoceros Lake (golden light in the afternoon)→Shuzheng Lakes (emerald box overturned by God)→Spark Sea (watch out for otters!) 📸 Three Legendary Photo Spots 1⃣ Jiuzhaigou - Five Flower Lake (11:00-12:00) Crouch at the corner of the boardwalk, let the sunlight split the lake water into peacock blue and emerald green, throw your down jacket to your companion, wear a white sweater and kneel on the viewing platform for a top-down shot! 2⃣ Shuzheng Lakes (before 14:30) Use a telephoto lens to frame the azure lakes and prayer wheels together, and take continuous shots the moment the prayer flags are blown by the wind. 3⃣ Spark Sea (15:00-16:00) Shoot the Tibetan villages reflected in the shimmering water, otters often forage near the small waterfall on the right. 👗Tips for Taking Photos in Tibetan Clothing ✔ Choose royal blue/bright red! The contrast with the icefall is stunning. ✔ Choose tassel headwear for dynamic shots while moving. ✔ Rentals at the entrance are 50 yuan/hour, negotiable. 🚄Key Points for High-Speed Rail Travelers Huanglong Jiuzhaigou Station → Direct bus to the scenic area (book in advance!) Arrive at the entrance before 8:00 am to avoid tour groups. Choose Cantonese-style cured meat for self-heating hot pot, it goes perfectly with the snowy scenery. ⚠Hard-Learned Lessons ▫ Wear a furry hat! The plateau wind will blow your mind. ▫ Wear non-slip shoes with V-shaped soles! The Mirror Lake boardwalk is icy and dangerous. ▫ Bring two sets of hand warmers! They're more important for your phone than for you. ▫ Prepare 1 yuan bills! The restroom attendant at Tiger Lake only accepts cash. The moment the sunlight pierced the icy surface of the lake, Millions of years old calcium carbonate began to shimmer at the bottom. This is not a trip, it's like stepping into a glass museum of the gods.✨ (Mr. Otter, please give me another heart next time we meet!)

Panda Sea is located on the west side of Jiuzhaigou Valley. It is 2,587 meters above sea level, 14 meters deep, and covers an area of ​​90,000 square meters. It is said that the giant pandas in Jiuzhaigou like to come here to wander, drink water and look for food, hence the name. The water of Panda Sea is clear and the reflection is clear, similar to Jianzhu Sea. On a sunny and windy day, the peaks stand quietly under the blue sky and white clouds. The shore is lined with alternating forests and the shadows of the mountains are blurred.

#Nature attractions Panda Lake🐼 is one of the most beautiful and distinctive lakes in Jiuzhaigou National Park, China. With its crystal clear water that reflects alternating green and blue, along with the beautiful surrounding scenery, this lake is another destination for tourists visiting Jiuzhaigou. When I went, it was the cold season (early March), so the water in the lake turned into ice, which was beautiful and unique in another way. And at the end of the water, where the ice started to melt, you could see that the water was crystal clear and the blue color was sooo beautiful🩵 Panda Lake has an average depth of about 14 meters, and the water level is always changing because it is connected to the nearby Panda Waterfall. On the day I went, the nearby waterfall froze into blue ice, hidden in the forest. It was so beautiful❄️🤩 If anyone goes to Jiuzhaigou, don't forget to stop by and see the beauty of Panda Lake. 🏖️Environment/Facilities: The walkway is good, the viewing area is large and spacious, the air is fresh, perfect for a leisurely walk and enjoying the atmosphere around the lake.

The next Jiuzhaigou is like this~ 🏞️Enter Jiuzhaigou and unlock the ultimate mystery of the "watercolor fairyland"💧. Each lake gently sways under the sun, blooming with a unique blue dream. The original picture is directly out, so beautiful that people are at a loss for words😍 🌈For such a fairy tale secret, I am willing to call it crazy💯 times, and then multiply it by infinity🚀! 📸Must check in the fairyland guide: Right line adventure🔍——Primitive forest oxygen bar🌲 (physical MAX must rush, negative oxygen ions burst, fresh to fly!), Panda Sea is cute, Wuhua Sea is colorful, Pearl Beach Waterfall Pearl Curtain Hanging, Mirror Sea is like a mirror, reflecting heaven. Walking in the middle line👣——Rhinoceros Sea is quiet and deep, Tiger Sea is sparkling, Shuzheng Qunhai is full of vitality, Shuanglong Sea Shuanglong Opera Beads, the subtlety of nature, self-evident. Left line adventure🔍——Changhai is far and quiet, and the colorful pool is dazzling (must visit, so beautiful that it suffocates!). 🚀Play strategy: No matter which line, remember to climb to the top and then walk down slowly (walk🚶‍♀️ or take a car🚌, do whatever you want, do what you can). Jiuzhaigou is centered on Norilang💖, and it is spread out in a "Y" shape, waiting for you to explore. 🍽️Lunch break: Norilang Tourist Service Center, where food and convenience coexist, sightseeing cars shuttle like weaving, one every three minutes, seamlessly connecting your journey🚌. 💡Intimate tips: 👟Comfortable shoes are the king, every step of Jiuzhaigou is a scenery and a challenge👣. 👗Dress recommendation is colorful or ethnic style, you in front of the camera, will definitely become the brightest scenery line🌈, the scenic shawl is also a good choice, the price is close to the people, and you can also bargain🔪. 🧥The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, and the jacket is necessary to warm your Jiuzhaigou trip🧥. 💫In Jiuzhaigou, time seems to be magical⏳, making people forget the hustle and bustle, just want to immerse in this tranquility and brilliance. In autumn, it is the peak of Jiuzhaigou's appearance🍂. From the end of October to November, the leaves gradually change, and the golden and deep red are intertwined, drawing a touching autumn scroll🖼️.

【Tickets】Tickets + Sightseeing Bus Ticket 280/person, Tickets + VIP Sightseeing Bus Ticket 490/person, tickets are released 14 days in advance 【Entering the Valley】Enter the valley between 8:30-9:00 AM, queue for security check and boarding at the visitor center. Jiuzhaigou is divided into Rize Valley, Zechawa Valley, and Shuzheng Valley. The sightseeing bus will go directly through Shuzheng Valley to the Nuorilang Central Station, from where you can follow the dispatch to Rize Valley or Zechawa Valley (Note: Do not sit sideways on the sightseeing bus, as it is very easy to get carsick) 【Zechawa Valley】The longest valley, the sightseeing bus will go directly to the highest point, Long Lake. After getting off, go down the stairs in the opposite direction to reach the viewing platform. Then walk to the top of the stairs, and walk about 1 kilometer along the road to reach the Five-Color Pond, one of the most beautiful lakes in Jiuzhaigou, second only to the Five-Flower Lake in fame. Walk two to three hundred meters along the trail to the return bus stop. The sightseeing bus will end at Nuorilang Central Station, passing several stops along the way, but they are not very interesting, so you can just view them from the bus. There are dining and souvenir options at Nuorilang Central Station. 【Rize Valley】The sightseeing bus will stop at Arrow Bamboo Lake and Grass Lake, then go directly to the highest point, the Primeval Forest. This place has a high altitude, so be cautious of altitude sickness. The Primeval Forest requires climbing, which takes about 1 hour, or you can walk along the circular trail to the boarding point after getting off. The return sightseeing bus will also stop at Grass Lake and Arrow Bamboo Lake. Get off at Arrow Bamboo Lake, and view Grass Lake from the bus. Walk along the trail at Arrow Bamboo Lake, continue down the stairs after Arrow Bamboo Lake Waterfall to reach Panda Lake. The two lakes are very close, about a 20-minute walk, with small waterfalls and water forests along the way, which are quite scenic. After reaching Panda Lake, continue to Panda Lake Waterfall, where the boarding point is nearby. Take the bus to the next stop, Five-Flower Lake, the most famous lake in Jiuzhaigou. After getting off, walk along the trail to see a bridge, where photos are better taken. The boarding point is up the stairs next to the bridge. The next stop is Pearl Shoal Waterfall. After getting off, walk along Pearl Shoal, then go down the stairs to reach Pearl Shoal Waterfall, which is the filming location for the ending of Journey to the West. After crossing the waterfall, walk down the trail to the boarding point. The next stop is Mirror Lake, where you can get off to visit or view from the bus, as the boarding and alighting points are the same. 【Shuzheng Valley】The sightseeing bus will return to Nuorilang Central Station. Go down the stairs next to it to reach Nuorilang Waterfall. After crossing the waterfall, walk about 500 meters along the trail, then go up the stairs to take the sightseeing bus to the next stop, Rhino Lake, which also has a water forest. Walk along the embankment for a while, then return to take the bus. Then go to Shuzheng Village, next to Shuzheng Lakes and Shuzheng Waterfall, which are also quite scenic. Finally, return to the original point to take the bus to Double Dragon Lake and see Double Dragon Waterfall. The last few stops are all at the same boarding and alighting points, so it is recommended to view them from the bus and then exit the valley.

🎈 Location of the attraction: Jiuzhaigou is located in Zhangza Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, in the southern section of the Minshan Mountains in northwestern Sichuan Province. ⛱️Must-visit attractions: There are four attractions in Jiuzhaigou National Nature Reserve: Shuzheng Valley, Zechawa Valley, Rize Valley, and Zharu Valley. These four major attractions are divided into many small attractions, among which Panda Lake 🐼, 🌸Wuhua Lake, 🎋Arrow Bamboo Lake 🎋 are all worth visiting and sightseeing along the way 🌄Travel Guide: Transportation: Self-driving tour 🚗 ✈️Huanglong Airport is the most convenient way to reach Jiuzhaigou. ⏰ Best time to visit: Jiuzhaigou has its own characteristics in each season, but the most desirable seasons are late spring, early summer and autumn. 🏨Accommodation Guide: There are various accommodation options around Jiuzhaigou, from five-star hotels to budget hostels 💗Other tips: Jiuzhaigou is very comfortable to travel to, and the sightseeing bus🚍 will take you to various attractions, and then you can explore on foot. The air is fresh, and it is cold in the morning and evening, so bring warm clothes ❤️Altitude sickness, you must pay attention to your health and don't run or jump. 🚫No littering, garbage should be cleaned up and taken away in time, or put in the trash can🚮 Food: There are many local specialties and delicacies, but there are many people in the scenic area, so it is better to bring some snacks or convenient food Jiuzhaigou travel is very comfortable, suitable for taking photos and checking in, super good!

Dear friends, are you afraid of missing any fun places on your first trip to Jiuzhaigou? Don't worry, I have a lazy Buddhist travel guide here to teach you how to easily have fun in Jiuzhaigou! 🌟First, we choose to enter the park at 9 am and leave at 5 pm, a full 8 hours! Don't worry, there's enough time! But you don't need to visit every scenic spot, just pick the ones you're interested in. 🌈There are three travel routes in Jiuzhaigou, and each route requires a transfer from the Nuorilang Center in the middle. The best order of play is to take the bus to the highest point first, and then play from top to bottom. As for which scenic spots are worth visiting, I recommend Panda Sea, Five-Color Pond, Pearl Beach Waterfall and Reed Sea, they're really beautiful! 💡If you only have one day to play in Jiuzhaigou, no problem! There's no need to see from beginning to end, because many lakes look similar, and basically look the same without sunshine. So, choose a sunny day to set off, no matter which lake will be beautiful for you to take pictures at will! 🍴About the food and drink in the scenic area, each station has snack and beverage vending machines, the price is a little higher, but still acceptable. And most stations also have power bank machines. If you're hungry, you can find a restaurant in the Nuorilang Center. We were too lazy to go far, so we just had a bowl of instant noodles, which was a bit expensive at 15 yuan a bowl. Later, we heard from the driver that the food in the restaurant was actually not expensive, it was just that we were too lazy, haha. 🎫About ticket purchase, we directly scanned the code to buy at the Jiuzhaigou Center. The adult ticket is 280 yuan, and the children and the elderly are 90 yuan. This price includes the ticket and the round-trip sightseeing bus. There are many sightseeing buses in the scenic area, and there is almost one at each station every minute, so don't worry about not being able to get on the bus. However, there may be a distance of about 800 to 1000 meters between each station, but it's not tiring to walk while watching. If you're playing with the elderly and children and can't walk too much, you can consider buying VIP tickets. You can search for the specific purchase guide yourself. I hope this lazy Buddhist guide can help you, let you have fun and relax! Remember to save it, so you won't have to worry about going to Jiuzhaigou next time!💪

The entire Jiuzhaigou is a large gallery. The sunlight after the snow is cast obliquely on the various seas. The effect of light and shadow is beautiful. In the turbulent water, the dry and fresh air in the empty and cold plateau is very pleasant. This sea, the summer should be more charming, when it is winter, it is frozen into a white psychedelic ice lake, spectacular. The Panda Sea has been covered with snow to form a large ice block. The footprints on it are like pandas passing by...