#Antarctica Lo Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Villages
Address:
迪慶藏族自治州維西傈僳族自治縣巴迪鄉
Opening times:
Open all dayOpen
Recommended sightseeing time:
3-5 hours
These are 9 niche attractions I have visited.
Dedicated to those of you who love life,
I hope one day you can also go there
to see the scenery you like and rediscover the long-lost touch of emotion.
1️⃣ Xinjiang·Qiaxi Forest Park, around June, you can see the snow-capped mountains and forests in one frame
2️⃣ Fujian·Changyandao, the best travel season is from June to August, when the lawns are the greenest and there are seagulls
3️⃣ Fujian·Dongshan Island, the most beautiful island among the Sishan archipelago, best season is summer
4️⃣ Yunnan·Nanjiluo, high mountains and flowing water, a green fairyland that is great for hiking
5️⃣ Fujian·Zherong Mandarin Duck Grassland, continuous rolling mountains, best season is summer
6️⃣ Fujian·Taishan Island, with pleasant scenery, not many people know about it, the island is relatively pristine
7️⃣ Fujian·Lianjiang Qiguanding, resembles the scenery of Rio de Janeiro
8️⃣ Tibet·Namjagbarwa Peak, beautiful to see the mountain bathed in sunlight, travel time is winter
9️⃣ Tibet·Laigu Glacier, you can only walk under the glacier from the end of December to February
Life is not just about the present,
but also about the beautiful scenery far away and around us.
Once again, I tell you that the truly beautiful scenery
requires the right season and time to see.
Tripeverywhere
Anyone who comes to Yunnan and doesn't go here will break my heart
Nanjiluo in Yunnan, a small popular travel destination that I am willing to walk countless times.
📍Located in the hinterland of the 'Three Parallel Rivers', within the territory of Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province.
There are high mountain rhododendrons, lakes formed by glacier water, and pure natural high-saturation scenery. Every place makes me feel like I am in a fairyland, and it has also become a lifelong memory in my heart.
👣Nanjiluo is a hiking route, suitable for 2-10 months.
At present, there is no airport or train station in Nanjiluo, it is recommended to drive or charter a car to go.
🌅The temperature difference in various places in Nanjiluo is large, the high-altitude areas are cold, and equipment for all seasons should be carried.
The ways to enter the mountain are horse riding, hiking, and motorcycles, but it is not advisable to ride a horse and motorcycle for 30 kilometers.
●🌈Small loop: Start from Lake No. 3, hike to Lake No. 4 and No. 5.
●Difficulty coefficient: 0 level
●Hiking kilometers: 5 kilometers
●Time: 3 hours for walking and shooting
●High anti-chance: 0
●🌈Large loop: Start from Lake No. 3, hike to Lake No. 4-9, and cross the pass.
●Difficulty coefficient: 4 level
●Hiking kilometers: 14km round trip
●Time: 6-7 hours
●Highest altitude: 4338M
●High anti-chance: requires physical fitness
✨Essential scenic spots: mountains, meadows, lakes, primitive forests, streams, waterfalls.
🥾Professional leader: Provide follow-up service.
N3v3rm0re_N1ghtsh@d0w
Antarctic Luo Plateau Hiking Traveler's Guide
I went to Antarctic Luo during the ten hours of losing contact with the world!
I came by charter from Yubeng, a 90-minute journey. I stayed in Badi Township that day. The journey from Badi Township to Antarctic Luo is the shortest. The hotels are all more than 200 guesthouses. I set off at six o'clock the next morning and took an off-road vehicle to go in. The hotel can help contact the guide. The guide will drive us into the mountain and accompany us all the way. The cost is 300 yuan. I will book a motorcycle back the day before. The motorcycle will pull from the checkpoint to Lake No. 3. The whole journey is 40 minutes. It takes four hours to hike. I personally suggest to take a motorcycle directly to Lake No. 1 or Lake No. 3 and then hike around. It will take about five or six hours to finish. Because the scenery from the checkpoint to Lake No. 1 is very ordinary, I personally think it is unnecessary to walk. It's a waste of time and energy, it's better to go to the most beautiful place, the whole circuit can be finished in half a day.
JIMMY VARGAS
Life advice: You must visit Antarctica at least once
Antarctic trekking guide:
1. Currently, Antarctic scenic areas do not allow external vehicles to enter. Ways to enter: A: Hiking in (about 30+ kilometers, takes a whole day, not recommended) B: Find a leader (they have their ways, you know)
2. Antarctic trekking is divided into a large loop and a small loop.
Small loop: Start from Lake 3, hike around two and a half lakes, which is not very difficult, about 5 kilometers back and forth, and it takes about 3 hours to walk and take photos, not very challenging.
Large loop (super beautiful, we took the large loop): Start from Lake 3, hike from Lake 4 to Lake 9, the whole journey is more challenging, the most exhausting part is climbing the mountain and crossing the pass between Lakes 5 and 6, climbing to the top to see the incredibly beautiful Lake 5, the large loop is about 14 kilometers in total, usually takes 6-7 hours, with a relatively high altitude climb, you need a local guide to lead, as there are many forks, cliffs, and primitive forests that can easily lead to getting lost, the journey offers views of mountains, meadows, lakes, primitive forests, and streams, highly recommended for those who are capable.
Trekking precautions⚠️
1. You must communicate with the leader on how to enter the mountain, as it is really far.
2. The weather in Antarctica is unpredictable and it often rains, so it is recommended to bring a raincoat, or wear a rainproof jacket, we experienced countless rains along the way.
3. Essential equipment: A rainproof jacket, waterproof hiking shoes, trekking poles, knee pads are highly recommended (I wear them because of a knee injury, so they are very useful for protection)‼️Hat, sunscreen, gloves (it's very cold up there, around 10 degrees and raining)
Clothing: A quick-dry shirt, a waterproof jacket, and a fleece because it might get cold in the backpack
4. Trekking food and drinks: Dry food (eight-treasure porridge, compressed biscuits, Snickers) because it takes a whole day to get in
Drinks: Mineral water, cola (our guide asked us to bring), and sports drinks
5. Please, everyone must bring a trash bag to carry out all your trash, let's all take care of such beautiful scenery together.
EthanHenderson59
I lost my heart after a trip to Antarctica Luo
May Day holiday!! Heading straight to Antarctica Luo with a guide.
Latest news from Antarctica Luo, reservations for trips start in May. Haven't figured out where to go for the May Day holiday yet? Worried about the crowds everywhere?
Then follow me straight to 'God's Tear Left on Earth' - 'Antarctica Luo:'
⛰【Travel Guide】
📍Detailed address: Achidaga Village, Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan
🚗Transportation guide: ✈️Plane/High-speed train: Various places--Lijiang Bus: Lijiang--Weixi
🚗Car/Rural passenger transport (van): Weixi--Badi
Local off-road vehicle: Badi--Antarctica Luo (Achidaga)
❤️Warm tips:
The plateau weather is unpredictable, so bring raincoats, trekking poles, and anti-slip waterproof shoes. Travel light if possible, and those who are prone to altitude sickness can bring some glucose, chocolate, dry food, and water. Practice green travel, leave no trace outdoors, and be sure to take your trash with you!
📌Little Tips:
1. The attraction is now operated by villagers, and you need to reserve a driver and guide online three days before departure, confirming the date. Those coming from low-altitude areas can prepare glucose.
2. Essentials: Windbreaker, waterproof anti-slip shoes, backpack
Dry food, water, raincoat, trekking poles, down vest. The weather on the mountain changes rapidly, and there is a beautiful small island in the middle
3. At least 3 days should be reserved for the visit
AMBROSE SOTO
The May Day plan is to head straight to Nanjiluo in Antarctica, it's so beautiful here
If you ask about the windy Yunnan, besides Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La, where else is worth visiting, then you must mention Nanjiluo!
🌟 An unexploited secret spot rarely visited by people, reaching it requires trekking the entire way, and the road is closed in winter, only opening in summer.
The secret spot has no signal, and during the ten hours of being disconnected from the world, you can throw away all your worries and enjoy freedom~
-🚥 Transportation
📍 Location: Badixiang, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan
✈️ Plane/High-speed rail: Various places--Lijiang
🚌 Bus: Lijiang--Weixi
🚗 Car/Rural transport (van): Weixi--Badi
🚙 Local off-road vehicle: Badi--Nanjiluo (Achidaga)
ps: Self-driving can reach Achidaga Village, but you must use local off-road vehicles to enter the mountains.
Off-road vehicles and guides can be booked with the accommodation owner upon arrival during the off-season, but reservations are needed in advance during the peak season.
🏠 -Accommodation
📍 Cizhong Village
The accommodation conditions are quite good, with food and lodging well provided.
📍 Badixiang
Well-equipped facilities, many homestays, and plenty of places to eat.
📍 Achidaga Village
Not many accommodation options, often fully booked during peak season, with average food and lodging environment.
🌈 How to enjoy Nanjiluo-
Nanjiluo has a total of 12 lakes, the off-road vehicle will take you to Lake 3 to start trekking, Lakes 1-2 are accessible for parking and photography
➡️ Route A: Start at Lake 3, trek to Lakes 4-5 and return the same way, about 3 hours
➡️ Route B: Start at Lake 3, trek through Lakes 4-9, a big loop back to Lake 3, the whole journey is 10-11 kilometers, with a total climb of 400-500 meters, about 8 hours
➡️ Route B+C: Starting at Lake 3, trek through Lakes 10, 11, 12, 4, 5,
6, 7, 8, 9 (After completing Route C, you need to return to Lake 3 before taking Route B) Choosing Route B+C requires exceptional talent to complete in one day
🧗♀️-- Trekking
🌟 There is a limit to the number of vehicles allowed up the mountain each day (30 vehicles), if you don't have enough time to stay, remember to book in advance.
🌟 There is no signal in the mountains, if you plan to take the long route or the big loop, be sure to hire a guide to prevent getting lost.
🌟 Camping is not allowed in the mountains, you must descend after trekking, and if you want to complete all the routes in Nanjiluo, you need to allocate 2~3 days.
BRIAN BURNETT
Yunnan's Nanji Luo
This is not Iceland, nor Switzerland, but the trekking secret realm of 'Nanji Luo' in Weixi County, Diqing, Yunnan, a place like a fairyland, hailed as 'Tears of God lost in the world'! Not only are there multiple alpine lakes here, but also snow-capped meadows, large and small waterfalls, etc. Trekking here is like arriving at the end of the world!
MALEAH LEE
This place is truly not abroad; they say it is God's own backyard
Nanji Luo, hidden in the deep mountains, is a stunning secret realm also known as Nan Jie Luo, meaning a place for grazing sheep. It features high mountains and lakes as its main landscape, complemented by pastures, forests, meadows, wetlands, and various waterfalls. It is referred to as the tears God left behind on earth.
🚩Location: Within the territory of Achidaga Village, Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan
🚘Transportation:
296 kilometers from Shangri-La, about 5h
420 kilometers from Lijiang City, about 7h
120 kilometers from Feilai Temple, about 2h
🏠Accommodation: Badi Township Center, Cizhong, Nanji Luo Village (recommended to stay in Cizhong or Badi)
🥾Nanji Luo Hiking Routes (altitude 3600-4400) start from Lake No. 3
Short loop (Lakes 3-5) to Lake No. 5 and back, about 4 kilometers, approximately 2-3h
Long loop (Lakes 3-9). Continue from Lake No. 5 around the loop back to Lake No. 3: about 11 kilometers, approximately 6-7h
Starting from Lake No. 3, another route leads to Lakes 10 to 12, which is the highest in altitude and the most difficult. It requires one day
‼️Tips:
External vehicles are prohibited from entering the core scenic area. It is mandatory to park at the Achidaga Village Committee parking lot and transfer to local villagers' off-road vehicles to enter the scenic area. The road is a mix of cement and gravel, steep slopes, many bends, and narrow paths. The route passes through Nanji Luo Village, 43 bends, and Lakes 1-2, covering nearly 30 kilometers, taking about an hour and a half to reach the starting point at Lake No. 3.
Cost: According to local information, Nanji Luo scenic area is currently under unified development and utilization, as well as standardized management of vehicle operations. Please pay close attention to the specific opening times and information!
Essentials: Oxygen, windbreaker, raincoat, quick-dry clothing, waterproof non-slip hiking shoes, dry food, water, walking sticks
Best travel strategy reference: (Three days and two nights)
day1: Shangri-La - Benzilan - Jinsha River Great Bend - Baima Snow Mountain - Wunongding - Deqin County Town to Cizhong Village/Badi (stay)
day2: Cizhong/Badi - Achidaga Village - Nanji Luo Scenic Area - Cizhong or Feilai Temple (stay)
day3: Feilai Temple (Sunshine on the Golden Mountain) - Return to Shangri-La City
LUKE ARNOLD
Explore the 'Tears of God Lost in the Human World'
Nanji Luo is located in Badi Township, Weixi Lisu Autonomous County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, a high-altitude mountain area, belonging to the Biluo Snow Mountain range.
It is characterized by high mountain lakes as its ★main landscape, and also features snow-capped mountains, high mountain meadows, primeval forests, and various waterfalls.
It is an ideal destination for trekking, with the highest altitude reaching 4,350 meters, boasting snow-capped lakes, glacial waterfalls, river forests, and exotic flora. Nanji Luo's four seasons each have their unique beauty.
Attraction: Nanji Luo
In the snowy mountain canyons, it shines brilliantly in the ancient and secret realm. A place that very few people have reached so far.
Attraction: Meili Snow Mountain
One of the eight sacred mountains of Tibetan Buddhism, it remains an untouched realm of purity, overlooking the vast valleys below, the surging Lancang River, and the majestic main peak of Kawagebo, which appears beautiful and serene amidst the clouds.
◇Attraction: 'The Missionary's Path'
This is an ancient route used for missionary work, passing through the primeval forests of the Biluo Snow Mountains, connecting natural landscapes with historical and cultural heritage.
Attraction: Flower Sea Jungle
From May to June each year is the blooming season of the high mountain rhododendrons, with colorful rhododendrons blooming competitively at different altitudes, enjoying the snow mountains while walking through the sea of flowers.
Attraction: Lisu Ancient Village
The traditional architectural style is very well preserved, with the oldest residential buildings being over 200 years old. The village houses are built with wooden planks, presenting a natural and simple beauty.
Warm Tips:
1. The plateau weather is unpredictable, it is recommended to bring raincoats, walking sticks, and anti-slip waterproof shoes.
2. Travel light as much as possible, those who fear altitude sickness can prepare some glucose, chocolate, water, and dry food.
3. Travel green, leave no trace outdoors, and make sure to take your trash with you, as Nanji Luo is very clean along the way.
JAZMINE SIMMONS
Antarctic Luo Trekking | A meeting with snow and scenery
Antarctic Luo was originally called Nan Jie Luo. After tourists mispronounced it, it just naturally stayed that way.
Compared to the summer trekking in Abuji Cuo,
the winter trek in Antarctic Luo is really different,
the trekking route has only been open for two years,
the scenery is pure nature, a true realm of poetry and distance~
🥇It can be considered as the first entry-level winter trekking route for life!
Transportation🚗
Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (Shangri-La) - Deqin County - Badi Township - Cizhong Village/Achi Dagga Village - Nan Jie Luo Village (belongs to Achi Dagga Village)
🚌Shangri-La - Deqin County - Badi Township Achi Dagga Village 6h
⬇️Search WeChat for Shangri-La passenger transport to buy a bus to Deqin for ¥68. After arriving at Deqin bus station, transfer to a business car of Badi Township residents to Cizhong Village/Achi Dagga Village for ¥50 (contact in advance). The driver will directly help to deliver to the doorstep of the accommodation
❗️Don't go to Badi Township, both Cizhong and Achi Dagga are villages that you will pass on the way to Badi Township. If you go to Badi, you have to take another taxi back.
✅About Antarctic Luo Scenic Area
Driving into the scenic area to the trekking starting point Lake 3 takes about 2h. The scenery along the way is very beautiful, with primitive forests.
Lake 5 is the most beautiful, and Lake 6 is very similar to Abuji Cuo.
Lakes 1-3 + the mountain road into the scenic area are also very suitable for trekking.
Small loop Lakes 3-5, suitable for beginners.
Large loop Lakes 3-9, requires about 6h of trekking, not suitable for beginners and friends who are on a leisure trip, a guide is a must.
❗️❗️Reminder
There are many national treasure-level plants in the scenic area, please do not pick any plants.
Please do not leave any trash, the villagers really care about the environment.
🏨Accommodation
There are quite a few homestays in Badi, which can be booked on Ctrip. We stayed at Yan Ji Huotang Chicken, and booked the chicken soup in advance by phone. I have to say the taste is really great. The homestay has air conditioning and electric blankets. Winter❄️ is extremely comfortable.
✅Trekking Strategy
Winter trekking has certain risks, when it snows you can't see any trails. The tracks are also risky. It's best to find a guide.
✅Snow Trekking Equipment
Snow goggles, cotton hat, snow cover, ice claws, mask, cotton gloves, wool socks, thermos. Indispensable. Clothing should be warm and windproof, and sun protection should be done well.
⚠️Note
In winter, you can only go to Lake 5, at an altitude of about 4200, and return the same way🔙. The round trip by motorcycle still requires about 9 kilometers of walking and climbing 450 meters. Plateau snow trekking is still very hard. Pay attention to your physical condition and proceed according to your ability.
lumina_5568
Yunnan's hidden gem! Come and explore it with us!
God's forgotten garden / Yunnan's stunning hidden gem / Nangzhiluo|||Nangzhiluo is now officially open to the public!
Everyone must know about this true Shangri-La secret spot, Nangzhiluo is known as the tear God left behind on earth
Lost in the Shangri-La of Northwest Yunnan, located in a remote area with difficult roads, it has been rarely visited by humans until now
Nangzhiluo has been developed into a formal scenic area, with tickets (including round-trip scenic area vehicle) priced at 300 RMB per person💰The scenic vehicle can reach Lake 3️⃣, and there are currently three conventional hiking routes👣A total of 12 lakes, with varying levels of difficulty, are available for selection
Address: Nangzhiluo (also known as Nanjieluo), Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Recommended itinerary:
🌈Day1️⃣Lijiang→Shigu Town (First Bend of the Yangtze River)→Tongle Village→Cizhong
🌈Day2️⃣Cizhong→Nangzhiluo→Feilai Temple
🌈Day3️⃣Feilai Temple (Meri Snow Mountain's Golden Mountain at sunrise)→Dongzhulin Monastery→Moon Bay→Napa Lake→Dukezong Ancient Town
🌈4️⃣Dukezong Ancient Town→Abujicuo→Lijiang
A 4-day Shangri-La mini circuit🛣In addition to Nangzhiluo, there is also the equally niche Abujicuo and the century-old Lisu village of Tongle.
Travel🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗
☀️Self-drive or chartered car navigation: Badi Township parking lot (no ticket required for the time being) take a scenic off-road vehicle to enter, 300 RMB for 1 person round-trip, 25 kilometers one way.
☀️There are 12 lakes on Nangzhiluo Road, and the off-road vehicle will take you to start hiking from Lake 3️⃣, with Lakes 1-2 available for parking and photography.
☀️Starting from Lake 3️⃣, hike to Lakes 4-5 and return the same way, about 3 hours.
Accommodation🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠
☁️Cizhong Village: Farther from the gathering place but with better accommodation conditions, Cizhong Homestay (large and clean with a private balcony 100-150) is recommended for self-driving stays in Cizhong🚗
☁️Badi Township: For those not self-driving🚗, you can stay in Badi Township, which is convenient for guides or drivers to pick up the next day
Tips:⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️
🌟Protect the environment, be sure to take your trash with you!
🌟It is advised to go up the mountain early and bring a packed lunch
🌟Download tracks and offline maps in advance on Two Steps Road
🌟Pay attention to sleep and avoid excessive drinking in high-altitude areas, and be aware of altitude sickness
🌟Camping is not allowed in the mountains, and you must exit the checkpoint before 18:00. There is also accommodation in Nangzhiluo Village, but the conditions are average, and it is recommended to stay in Badi or Cizhong (one hour's drive)
🌟Most of the time there is no signal on the mountain, be prepared for loss of contact. July-August is the flowering season, autumn is also stunning, and the mountain is mostly closed in winter
❤️PS Special Note: There are no supply stations throughout the journey, no toilets, no horse support, bring enough dry food and water!
Liam.Bell@73
Yunnan's Last Secret Realm: Nanyi Luoluo
🏞️ Nanyi Luoluo in Yunnan, an isolated highland secret realm
Yunnan, a province where multiple ethnic cultures blend, hides a little-known secret realm—Nanyi Luoluo. This place is not Iceland, nor Switzerland, but Nanyi Luoluo in Yunnan, a place praised by backpackers as 'the tear God left on earth'.
🚗 Transportation
- Transportation: It is recommended to drive there yourself to experience freedom and convenience.
- Address: Nanyi Luoluo, Achi Dagga Village, Badi Township, Weixi Lisu Autonomous County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province.
🏞️ The Charm of Nanyi Luoluo
- High-altitude wetland lake group: 12 lakes scattered like stars in the mountains, named numerically.
- Meaning in Lisu language: 'The place for grazing cattle and sheep', revealing the natural tranquility of the area.
🚶♂️ Hiking Guide
- Hiking starting point: Lake No. 3, with a light hiking route of 4km round trip, and an advanced route up to 7km.
- Guide fee: 300 yuan per person, which can be shared, and it is recommended to hire a guide for the big loop.
🏨 Accommodation Recommendations
- Badi Township: Well-equipped facilities, a variety of food, recommended for accommodation.
- Achi Dagga Village: Few homestays, often fully booked, can be considered as an alternative.
📅 Travel Suggestions
- Best season: Snow scenery from May to June, hiking period from July to October, with misty clouds.
- Tips:
- Book a driver or guide in advance.
- Prepare glucose to prevent altitude sickness.
- Carry essential gear, such as a storm jacket, waterproof shoes, etc.
- Reserve at least 3 days for the trip.
amara_hawkwood_95
Nanjiluo is now open, and it's very stable this year! Don't miss the flowering season in June
Nanjiluo has officially opened to the public‼️
This true Shangri-La secret must be shared with everyone
The entire Three Parallel Rivers region is home to many beautiful alpine lakes
Nanjiluo is one of them. Because cars can directly reach Lake No. 3, the relatively convenient transportation and internet spread have made Nanjiluo well-known, and it is also called the tears of God forgotten on earth.
🎫Ticket: (including round-trip scenic area bus) 300 yuan/person.
📍Address: Nanjiluo, Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province (also known as Nanjieluo)
The scenic area bus can reach Lake No. 3, and there are currently three conventional hiking routes, totaling 12 lakes, with varying levels of difficulty, so you can choose freely
✔Lake No. 5 Mini Loop: Suitable for hiking beginners to experience, the whole journey is about 5km, very relaxed and leisurely, playing and walking along the way, covering the conventional scenery as well.
✔Lake No. 9 Grand Loop: The highest altitude is about 4300, usually 6-8 hours, the whole journey is about 8km, suitable for hikers with a certain level of physical strength.
✔Lake No. 10 Sky Eye Route: The highest altitude is about 4500, with greater climbing, you can overlook Lakes No. 11 and 12, also suitable for hikers to challenge.
✔Biluo Snow Mountain Crossing Route: You can cross the Biluo Snow Mountain where Nanjiluo is located and head to Dimaruo Village in Bingzhongluo, Nujiang.
👉🏻Recommended itinerary:
D1 Lijiang→Shigu Town (First Bend of the Yangtze River)→Tongle Village→Cizhong
D2 Cizhong→Nanjiluo→Feilai Temple
D3 Feilai Temple (Meri Snow Mountain Sunrise Golden Mountain)→Dongzhulin Monastery→Moon Bay→Napahai→Dukezong Ancient Town
D4 Dukezong Ancient Town→Abuji Wrong→Lijiang
👀Personal equipment:
A small backpack of about 20L (with rain cover), raincoat, storm suit, waterproof mid/high-top hiking shoes, warm clothing, trekking poles, thermos, hat, gloves, common medicines, etc.
❗Tips for visiting:
①Take care of the environment, be sure to take away your litter!
②It is recommended to go up the mountain early and bring a lunch meal.
③Download the track and offline map in advance on Two Steps.
④Pay attention to sleep in high-altitude areas and do not drink excessively, be aware of altitude sickness.
⑤Camping is not allowed in the mountains, and you must exit the checkpoint before 18:00. There is accommodation in Nanjiluo Village, but the environment is average, it is recommended to stay in Badi or Cizhong (one hour drive)
⑥Most of the time there is no signal when going up the mountain, be prepared for loss of contact.
⑦The flowering period is from June to August, autumn is also absolutely beautiful, and the mountain is mostly closed in winter.
WanderlustSafari
Yunnan's Hidden Gem: The Journey to Nanji Luo
📍**Destination:** Badixiang Achidaga Village, Weixi Lisu Autonomous County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
🚗Transportation Guide:
240km from Shangri-La, about 5 hours by car
340km from Lijiang, about 6 hours by car
🌳Introduction to Nanji Luo:
Also known as Nan Jie Luo, meaning 'a place for grazing sheep and cattle'
A high-altitude wetland lake group, with 12 large and small lakes
Revered as 'Tears of God left in the world'
🚶Hiking Guide:
The starting point for hiking is Lake No. 3
Easy hiking route: Lake No. 3 to Lake No. 4.5, round trip about 4km, taking 2-3 hours, highest altitude 4200m
Advanced hiking route: Lake No. 3 to Lakes No. 4 to 9, a large loop, round trip 7km, taking a whole day, highest altitude 4400m
🏠Accommodation Options:
Badixiang: Well-equipped facilities, rich dining options
Achidaga Village: Fewer homestays, advance booking required
📅Travel Suggestions:
May-June: Mountains covered with snow, ice blocks in the lakes like paintings
July-October: Best season for hiking, misty clouds, picturesque scenery
💡Tips:
Book a driver or guide 3 days in advance
Prepare glucose to prevent altitude sickness
Carry essentials such as a windbreaker, waterproof non-slip shoes, backpack, etc.
Reserve at least 3 days to fully experience the beauty of Nanji Luo
📷Scenes Not to Miss:
The island in the middle of Lake No. 5, wildflowers in bloom, melting snow in the mountains, waterfalls cascading
🌈Tags:
FIONA BRADLEY
You're crazy! I didn't go abroad! It's Nanji Luo!
Here is the real version of the heart lake in Zelda🧡
The matcha-colored mountains are the Faroe Islands unique to Yunnan⛰️
The colorful flowers all over the mountains🌸 take you into
⛰️About Nanji Luo
Nanji Luo in Lisu language means "the place where cattle and sheep are grazed". The guide said that this was where they grazed sheep when they were young, and there are still pastures on the mountain. It is a high-altitude wetland lake group composed of 12 lakes of different sizes, and the tour time is 3 days and 2 nights.
🌟About how to go
Lijiang-Weixi Badi Township 340KM driving 5h
Shangri-La--Weixi Badi Township 293km driving 5h
It is recommended to charter a car from Lijiang or go with a small hiking group. The reason is that half of the journey is a national road plus 5h driving time. It is very hard to drive back and forth. You need to set off at 6 o'clock the next day to go to the starting point. After hiking, you need to return to Lijiang. It is recommended to save physical strength and enjoy the scenery.
🌟How to reach the starting point of hiking
Badi Township-Azhi Dagaga Village (40min)-Starting Point No. 3 Lake (Driving 2h)
The mountain road section is monopolized by local villagers, and you can only go to Azhi Dagaga Village and then carpool with local villagers and guides 300💰/person to reach the starting point of Lake No. 3.
The mountain road conditions are very dangerous, and the zigzag steep slope goes straight up to the top of the mountain and down the mountain.
You need to get up at 6 o'clock in the morning to start hiking, Badi Township-Starting Point No. 3 Lake 2h40min
🚶Hiking route selection
Routine: No. 3-4-5 Lake (simple) round trip 4km, 2-3h (altitude 4200)
Intermediate: No. 3-9 Lake Loop (moderate) total 7km, 7h.
Advanced: No. 3-10-12 Lake (difficult) is not on the loop, you have to branch out from Lake No. 3 in another direction, if you want to go, you have to go down the mountain to stay for a day or camp and walk alone the next day
🏠About accommodation
It is recommended to stay directly in Badi Township, and the roadside hotels are simple and clean. Contact the guide in advance, and they can pick up people directly at the hotel.
Tips: It is currently undeveloped and often closed and not allowed to go up the mountain. If you want to go, you must contact in advance to ask clearly, and you don't know when it will be closed.
MAE WEBB
The rainy days in Antarctic Luo are like a fairyland existence
Life is a wilderness, not a track,
I'm fortunate to have caught the tail end of Antarctic Luo's mountain closure,
Entering this uninhabited land full of anticipation,
With waterfalls aplenty, lakes galore,
Meadows and seas of flowers, it's like a fairyland.
By chance, I encountered the misty rainy weather,
Which added a touch of spirituality and mystery.
GraceBeaumont14
Antarctica Luo | Stay away from the crowd, go listen to the wind in the wilderness
| Stay away from the crowd, go listen to the wind in the wilderness.🌎🌎🌎 As tears of God forgotten on earth, 🏕️🏞️ Antarctica Luo is a niche secret of Yunnan trekking, hidden deep in the mountains of Diqing, Yunnan. 👣👣👣
Currently, Antarctica Luo can be described as a world of ice and snow❄️❄️❄️. If you are planning to trek in Antarctica Luo, you might want to take a look at this note.
📍📍📍 Antarctica Luo is located in Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
✳️✳️✳️ If you are planning to go by yourself, here are two plans for your reference:
You can take a bus🚌 from Lijiang/Dali/Shangri-La to Weixi County, then find a car to Badi Township's Achi Dagga Village🏡, find a guide in Antarctica Luo🚶🏻♀️🚶🏻♂️ and contact a motorcycle🏍️ to start trekking. After trekking, find a car back to Badi Township, and then return the same way.
You can drive🚗 to Achi Dagga Village in Badi Township. You can park your car at the Achi Dagga Village Committee (the road from Badi to Achi Dagga Village Committee has many twists and turns↩️↪️, it's very narrow, and you have to drive from the riverside to the mountain top🔝, this part of the road is a real test of the driver's skills and mentality. If you are not confident in your driving skills, it is recommended to find a car in Badi to go up.)
🉑 If you find this troublesome, you can also choose to join a tour group. 📳📳📳 You can contact me, I can take care of all these issues for you🉑, you don't have to find a car🚗, accommodation🏡, or contact guides🚶🏻♀️🚶🏻♂️ and motorcycles for the mountain🏍️. You just need to comfortably enjoy your trip.
❄️❄️🥶 In the current season, the weather is quite cold, remember to keep warm if you are traveling🌞. Below is a list of recommended gear for your reference: Gear suggestions: Anti-slip and waterproof hiking shoes🥾🥾, 3-in-1 jacket🧥🧣, warm clothing, waterproof pants👖, hat🧢, gaiters, gloves, sunglasses or goggles🥽. It is not recommended to carry a large backpack during trekking, large items can be left in the car or stored at the Achi Dagga Village Committee.🏯
atticus_ignatius_rainier
High-altitude Lake Cluster: A Hidden Spectacular Sight in Yunnan
Nanjiluo, located in Achidaga Village, Badi Township, Weixi Lisu Autonomous County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, is a high-altitude wetland lake cluster that has not been heavily developed, known as 'the tears God left on earth'. This hidden place attracts many outdoor enthusiasts with its unique natural scenery and rich ecological resources.
Transportation Guide:
Self-driving is a convenient way to get to Nanjiluo. It is about 240km from Shangri-La, estimated 5 hours drive; from Lijiang, it is 340km, about 6 hours drive. However, it should be noted that currently, foreign vehicles are not allowed to enter Nanjiluo directly. Self-driving tourists need to arrive at Achidaga Village and contact local drivers to take a shuttle bus to the starting point of the hike, with a round-trip cost of 300$/person.
Recommended Hiking Routes:
1. Light hiking route: Start from Lake No.3, go to Lakes No.4 and No.5 and return, the whole journey is about 4km, takes 2-3 hours, with the highest altitude of 4200m.
2. Intermediate hiking route (big loop): Also start from Lake No.3, go to Lakes No.4 to No.9, need to cross the high-altitude ridge line, round trip 7km, complete in one day, with the highest altitude of 4400m.
3. Advanced hiking route: Go to Lakes No.10 to No.12, the most difficult, also takes a day.
Accommodation Suggestions:
Preferably stay in Badi Township with better facilities, drive 8km to Achidaga Village the next day to wait for the shuttle bus. Note that the distance from the village committee pick-up point to the hiking point is 28km, about 1h40min drive, the road conditions include cement road and gravel road.
Recommended Visiting Time:
- May to June, the mountain is covered with snow, the lake is icy, like being in Iceland;
- July to October is the best hiking period, with clouds and mist, the scenery after summer rain is as beautiful as Switzerland;
- The scenic area is not open to the public in winter.
Tips:
1. The scenic area is now managed by villagers, the number of tourists received daily is limited, be sure to book a driver or guide online 3 days before the trip, and confirm the date.
2. Tourists from low-altitude areas can prepare glucose to prevent altitude sickness.
3. Essential equipment: storm jacket, waterproof non-slip shoes, backpack, dry food, water, raincoat, trekking poles, down vest and other warm clothing.
4. Currently, Lake No.5 has the most beautiful scenery, the small island in the center, wild flowers all over the mountains, and melting snow waterfall form a vivid picture.
5. Allow at least 3 days to fully appreciate the charm of this hidden place.
Z0y @nd3rs0n
Explore the southern Antelope in Yunnan and encounter a stunning secret realm, appreciating the wonders of nature
Yunnan's scenery is amazing, a lesser-known hiking spot. If Iceland is too far, come to the southern Antelope instead
📍Detailed address:
Badixiang, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan, Achidaga Village
🚉Transportation strategy:
Plane/High-speed rail: Various places--Lijiang Bus: Lijiang--Weixi
Car/Rural passenger transport (minivan): Weixi--Badi. Local off-road vehicle: Badi--Southern Antelope (Achidaga)
📝Note tips:
Self-driving can reach Achidaga Village, but you must use a local off-road vehicle to enter the mountains. You can contact off-road vehicles and guides
🛏Room facilities:
It's possible to find accommodation upon arrival during the off-season, but it's necessary to book in advance during the peak season
🏨Hotel environment:
Cizhong Village
The accommodation conditions are quite good, with well-developed facilities for food and lodging Badixiang
Well-equipped facilities, many homestays, and plenty of places to eat Achidaga Village
Not many lodging options, easily full during peak season, and the food and lodging environment is average
🧳Preparations before the trip:
There's a limit on the number of vehicles going up the mountain each day (30 vehicles), so if you don't have enough time, remember to book in advance
There's no signal in the mountains, so if you're taking a long or major route, be sure to hire a guide to prevent getting lost Camping is not allowed in the mountains, you must descend after hiking, and it takes 2-3 days to complete all the routes in the Southern Antelope
✅Must experience:
Off-road vehicle: Achidaga Village--Lake No. 3 (starting point of the hike) The whole journey is 30km Route 1 (small loop)
Hike from Lake No. 3 to 5, round trip is 4km, hiking + sightseeing takes about 3~4h, the highest altitude is 4150m Difficulty:
Route 2 (the most classic large loop)
Hike from Lake No. 3 to 9, about 7km in total, hiking and sightseeing takes about 7~8h
The highest altitude is 4380m, the journey is longer, and it's a bit difficult to cross the mountains between Lakes No. 5 and 6, with beautiful scenery along the way, high mountain lakes, forests, meadows, and rhododendrons... Difficulty:
Route 3
Start from Lake No. 3, hike to Lakes No. 10 to 12, round trip is about 6km, total time is 6~7h
Altitude 3600-4300m, the route has more uphill climbs, and requires a lot of physical strength Difficulty:
📝Note tips:
Hiking poles
Hiking shoes (dirt-resistant and non-slip) Rain poncho (mountain weather is unpredictable)
Windbreaker, down vest (low temperature at the mountain top)
Backpack, supplies (lightweight, high-calorie food such as biscuits, chocolate) Trash bags (to protect the local ecological environment, take your trash with you) Oxygen, altitude sickness medication, glucose (friends from low altitude areas can bring some, just in case)
alatrix_9811
How beautiful is the summer in Antarctica Luo | Travel essentials guide
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🌈 Yunnan has amazing off-the-beaten-path hiking spots
Iceland is too far, so come to Antarctica Luo instead‼️
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✈️ Transportation
📍 Location: Achidaga Village, Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan
✈️ Plane/High-speed rail: Everywhere—Lijiang
🚌 Coach bus: Lijiang—Weixi
🚗 Car/Rural transport (minivan): Weixi—Badi
🚙 Local off-road vehicle: Badi—Antarctica Luo (Achidaga)
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✅ PS:
🚗 You can drive to Achidaga Village, but you must use a local off-road vehicle to enter the mountains
🚙 Off-road vehicles and guides can be booked with the accommodation owner upon arrival during the off-season, but must be reserved in advance during the peak season
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🏠 Accommodation
🌟 Cizhong Village
The accommodation conditions are quite good, with well-rounded food and lodging
🌟 Badi Township
Well-equipped, with many homestays and plenty of places to eat
🌟 Achidaga Village
Not many lodging options, easily full during peak season, average food and lodging environment
✅ If you're short on time, remember to book in advance
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✅ There's no signal in the mountains, so if you're taking a long or major route, be sure to hire a guide to avoid getting lost
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✅ Camping is not allowed in the mountains, you must descend after hiking, and if you want to complete all the routes in Antarctica Luo, you need to allocate 2~3 days
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🌟 Routes
🚙 Off-road vehicle: Achidaga Village—Lake No. 3 (hiking starting point) Total 30km
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✅ Route 1️⃣ (Small loop)
Hike from Lake No. 3 to 5, round trip total 4km, hiking + sightseeing takes about 3~4h, highest altitude 4150m
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✅ Route 2️⃣ (Large loop The most classic)
Hike from Lake No. 3 to 9, total about 7km, hiking and sightseeing takes about 7~8h
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✅ The highest altitude is 4380m, the journey is longer, and the path between Lakes No. 5 and 6 is more difficult as it involves climbing over mountains, with beautiful scenery along the way, high mountain lakes, forests, meadows, and rhododendrons everywhere...
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Route 3️⃣
Start from Lake No. 3, hike to Lakes No. 10 to 12, round trip about 6km, altitude 3600-4300m, the route has more uphill climbs, and requires good physical fitness
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🌟 Equipment and supplies
1️⃣ Trekking poles
2️⃣ Hiking boots (dirt-resistant and non-slip)
3️⃣ Rain poncho (mountain weather is unpredictable)
4️⃣ Windbreaker, down vest (low temperatures at the summit)
5️⃣ Backpack, supplies (biscuits, chocolate, and other lightweight, high-calorie foods)
6️⃣ Double garbage bags (to protect the local ecological environment, take your trash with you)
7️⃣ Oxygen, altitude sickness medicine, glucose (those coming from low altitude areas can bring some, better safe than sorry)
ADRIANA STONE
In this life, I must travel to Nange Luo in the Antarctic, where the hidden routes are as if one is in Europe!
😍 After a brief closure, Nange Luo has reopened! Promise me, before it officially closes this winter, you must visit at least once!
👀 After all, policies are always changing, and no one knows when they will pave the roads here and turn it into a scenic area... Such pure beauty is truly diminishing with each visit!
✨ When visiting Nange Luo, I recommend a route that many people overlook! Compared to the main loop, I prefer the scenery along Route 5. The further you go, the more you can see glaciers, which are just as stunning as the scenery in the 'Faroe Islands'!
📍 Address: Weixi County, Diqing, Yunnan—Nange Luo
🚩 Latest news: Off-road vehicles are no longer allowed, so you can only hike up from the foot of the mountain, and you must return on the same day, so the main loop is definitely not an option. If you have the stamina, you can walk around Lake No. 5, about 20-30km. Start at 8 am and return around 8 pm. I heard you can ride horses, which costs 800 yuan. Leave early, navigate to 'Achi Dagacun Minwei Committee', and drive along the mountain road. Vehicles from outside the area can drive to the first checkpoint.
🗺 If normal operations resume, you can take the villagers' off-road vehicle for 300 yuan/person to the hiking starting point (you can contact the local hotel owner to help book).
🎯 Two-day hiking route recommendation for Nange Luo (with route map at the end)
📋DAY1: Circle around Lake No. 5—Return to the drop-off point—Lake No. 2—Lake No. 1—Return to the drop-off point
📋DAY2: Main loop
👀 Route 1: Nange Luo Lake No. 5
Lake No. 5 is the most photogenic spot in Nange Luo, with popular waterfall positions and 'Faroe Islands'-style spots. It takes about 20-30 minutes from the drop-off point to get here. If you're not physically strong, you can choose to circle around Lake No. 5. If you have time after that, you can visit Lakes No. 2 and No. 1 at the foot of the mountain.
👀 Route 2: Main loop
If you want to challenge yourself, you can try to complete the main loop on the second day. It might be a bit tiring for people who rarely exercise~
🚶♂️ How to get to Nange Luo
🚗 Self-driving: Drive to 'Cizhong Village' or 'Badi Township' and stay overnight, then contact an off-road vehicle to pick you up the next day. If you're hiking up on your own now, navigate to...
🚌 Bus: Take the bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Weixi Bus Station, then transfer to a bus to 'Badi Township' or 'Cizhong Village'.
🎯 Hiking Tips
❶ You can't drive up the mountain yourself, nor can you stay overnight or camp. If you take a two-day route, you must descend the mountain on the same day and come back the next day.
❷ A guide is not mandatory. If you have outdoor experience, you can follow an offline map or the crowd. If you're looking for a local guide, it's 300 yuan per vehicle, and you can share the cost by carpooling, which is more economical.
❸ The weather in the mountains is unpredictable, so just go for it! In any case, bring a raincoat and umbrella.
❹ The temperature in the mountains is very low now, so here's what to wear: quick-drying underwear + warm fleece + down liner + hardshell jacket.
❺ Take care of the rare alpine plants and don't litter~
CAMERON BOWERS
Antarctic Luo|For the first time in my life, high-altitude trekking brought me to tears
|For the first time in my life, high-altitude trekking brought me to tears. On my second wandering journey, I arrived at Antarctic Luo. After being enticed by pictures online, I rushed there without hesitation!
But after experiencing it firsthand, I realized that this path was not as simple as it seemed. This is a high-altitude trek, with the starting point being over 4k meters above sea level. For someone like me, who was trekking at high altitude for the first time, it was truly a challenge.
I stayed in Cizhong the night before and had a good sleep. However, as soon as I started trekking, especially during the ascent, I clearly felt out of breath. When I reached Lake No. 5, I was still doing okay and managed to persevere. Lake No. 5 is truly the most beautiful, and most of the photos I took were there!
There is an ascent of about 400 meters from Lake No. 5 to Lake No. 6. Perhaps due to mild altitude sickness, I had to stop and catch my breath after every ten steps. Eventually, I couldn't go on and had to have the guide carry my things. I gritted my teeth and struggled over the climb. The rest of the way was mostly downhill, which is easier at high altitudes, but going uphill is still deadly, especially for someone like me who went up all at once.
During the trek, I found that hot water, cola, and bread were the most helpful. Whenever I felt like I couldn't go on, a bit of hot water and some bread allowed me to continue. Cola seems to be a great thing; it has caffeine and can give you a boost. Chocolate, however, doesn't work as well; it's better to bring dry food, otherwise, you might feel dizzy.
A fitness buddy who was with me couldn't make it on the way down and started using oxygen. I suggest that friends who usually work out should prepare an oxygen bottle and take it slow.
Regarding photography, the waterfall behind Lake No. 5 is the most beautiful (cover photo). At first, many people were taking photos by the lakeside in front. At this time, hurry to the waterfall. There is a large field of flowers behind the waterfall, which makes a beautiful foreground for photos. Choose bright-colored clothing, with orange-red being the best! My green curry outfit was also okay.
About the weather, trekking is relatively easy on sunny days, but be sure to protect yourself from sunburn and heatstroke. Foggy weather on rainy days feels quite atmospheric. But it's really cold, and even wearing a raincoat doesn't help. Then there's a section of the big loop that goes through a rainforest, which is particularly difficult to navigate, full of mud and streams. Be sure to have full waterproof gear, otherwise, you can easily catch a cold.
I had a splitting headache when I was descending the mountain, and it was all thanks to the guide's homemade chicken soup that saved me! The climbing mouse Asa boots I wore were not waterproof at all, so avoid them. I recommend that beginners go on a sunny day, as the difficulty level between sunny and rainy days is not the same.
Overall, the scenery of Antarctic Luo is truly beautiful, but the trek is also very challenging. With proper preparation, you can happily go trekking!
'Always fond of mountains, rivers, lakes, seas, the sun, the moon, and the stars.'
CONNOR COLLINS
The Princess and Prince's hiking journey through the fairyland of Antarctica Luo awaits your attendance
In the dreamlike land of Antarctica Luo, it feels as if one is in the fantastical world of Iceland or the Faroe Islands. It is a place that captivates the heart and soul, where people travel thousands of miles despite the exhausting journey, only to find it more beautiful and enchanting than imagined. Here, every scene is as picturesque as a poem.
Attraction Information:
📍Name: Antarctica Luo
🖼Address: Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan
🎈How to get there:
🚗Self-drive: About 6 hours one way from Dali.
🛩Plane: The nearest airport is Shangri-La, then self-drive or hire a car to Antarctica Luo, about 5 hours.
⛺Accommodation suggestions:
It is recommended to stay in Badi Township or Cizhong Village, as these two places have better accommodation environments and are more convenient for entering the scenic area.
🗺Hiking guide:
No external vehicles are allowed in the scenic area, so it is necessary to book a local off-road vehicle in advance. The round-trip cost to the Antarctica Luo hiking point is about 300 yuan per person.
👣Hiking is divided into a large loop and a small loop:
🤍Small loop: Start from Lake No. 3, hike to Lakes 4 and 5, not very difficult, about 4 kilometers round trip, takes 3-4 hours.
🤍Large loop: Start from Lake No. 3, hike to Lakes 4-9, about 7 kilometers in total, more challenging, takes 7-8 hours, at a higher altitude, requires hiking experience.
The most beautiful spot is Lake No. 5, and the most photogenic small waterfall is also at Lake No. 5.
🤔Hiking precautions:
1️⃣Book an off-road vehicle in advance to enter the mountain.
2️⃣The plateau weather changes quickly, so carry a raincoat.
3️⃣Bring a windbreaker, waterproof shoes, and a walking stick.
4️⃣Do not litter, protect the environment.
5️⃣Carry enough food and water, as there are no convenience facilities on the mountain, and you will need to replenish energy on the way.
6️⃣August is a better time to visit~
Looking forward to your arrival!
Global Goodies
Explore Nanjiluo, the most comprehensive guide is here!
🚶If you plan to go to Nanjiluo, be sure to read carefully! This is the experience I have explored step by step!💯
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Three days and two nights: On the way to the journey🚌-Hiking🚶-On the way back
Four days and three nights: On the way to the journey🚌-Hiking🚶-Hiking🚶-On the way back
🏘Understanding the order of the route is very important:
Deqin Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (Shangri-La·Deqin)-Deqin County-Badi Township-Cizhong Village/Achidaga Village-Nanjie Luo Village (belongs to Achidaga Village)
🚗The self-driving route is the same~
In addition, you can choose Zhenpu Village next to Achidaga Village.🤗
🚌Shangri-La-Deqin County-Badi Township Achidaga Village, the whole journey is about 6h🕙
⬇Search for Shangri-La passenger transport on WeChat, buy a bus ticket to Deqin, the fare is ¥68. After arriving at Deqin Passenger Station, transfer to the commercial vehicle of Badi Township residents to Cizhong Village/Achidaga Village, the fare is ¥50 (remember to contact in advance), the driver will directly Send to the door of the accommodation.
❗Don't go to Badi Township, Cizhong and Achidaga are villages that will pass by on the way to Badi Township. If you go to Badi, you have to take another taxi to return!😣
1⃣About accommodation (be sure to contact in advance)🛏
a. Cizhong: a larger village with more accommodation options, more than ¥100 per night. It takes about 20 minutes from here to the foot of Nanjiluo Mountain. You can directly book a carpool with the accommodation owner to enter the mountain.
b. Achidaga: It is at the foot of Nanjiluo Mountain, more than ¥100 per night. There is only one accommodation here, and dining and shopping are all here. Remember to make an appointment with the boss for the car into the mountain when booking the accommodation, and don't forget to confirm with the boss before leaving.
c. Nanjieluo: You can live in the homes of villagers in the mountains.
2⃣About entering Nanjiluo🚶
A. Driver + guide
In order to protect the ecological environment, it must be driven by local villagers to enter. If it is a carpool and encounters a non-local driver, you need to change the car again at the door.
B. Guide and driver
The villagers of Nanjiluo, no need to change cars in the middle, can charter or carpool.
3⃣About Nanjiluo 🏞
It takes about 2 hours to drive into the scenic spot and walk to the starting point of Lake No. 3. The scenery along the way is picturesque, like a primitive forest.
Lake No. 5 is the most beautiful, and Lake No. 6 is like Abujicuo.
a. Lakes 1-3 + the mountain road into the scenic spot, also suitable for hiking, suitable for fast hikers.
b. Small loop line Lakes 3-5, suitable for beginners.
c. Large loop line Lakes 3-9, need to hike for about 6h, not suitable for beginners and friends who are on a leisure tour, you must have a guide to lead the way.
❗❗Final reminder💛
There are many national treasure-level plants in the scenic area, please do not pick!🙅
Also, please do not leave any garbage, the villagers love the environment here very much.🙅
🤩Let's explore the mysterious beauty of Nanjiluo together!🌄
Apollo_3_Stormrider-48
Antarctic Luo | Feel the sacred mountain and lake in your heart
Antarctic Luo | Feel the sacred mountain and lake in your heart|| One sleepless night, I came across photos of Antarctic Luo online. I stared at the photos on the screen for a long time, and it took me only two minutes to make a decision and buy a ticket. It seems to have such a magic that makes you feel that you should go there. It's been more than two months since I came back, and looking back, I think people do need that moment of impulse sometimes.
I dragged my suitcase from Zhejiang to Yunnan alone, and joined three little partners I had never met before. When I was panting and climbing over the first pass with my backpack, standing at an altitude of over 4,000 meters, I was moved to tears, and my heart was unprecedentedly calm. I felt that life was more precious with such scenery in the world. The shock that Antarctic Luo gave me is indescribable. Maybe it's because this is the first time in my life that I traveled more than 2,000 kilometers alone with my backpack; maybe it's because I have never seen such beautiful scenery in my life; maybe it's because I never thought I could walk so long and persist so long...
The scenery I saw and the experiences I had along the way were all new and fresh to me, something I had never experienced in my twenty-plus years. The first time my phone had no signal and was out of contact for eight or nine hours; the first time I used a dry toilet without a door and it was freezing; the first time I slid down a nearly vertical snowy slope... These were all extremely precious first times for me, and they made me more certain that my choice was right.
If it was anxiety and confusion that made me choose to go hiking outdoors to see the scenery, then this definitely cannot be the reason why I fell in love with it and loved it.
DiscoveringDestinations
The end of the world is a snowy mountain
Antarctic Luo (also known as Nan Jie Luo)
The name is a transliteration of the Lisu tribe, meaning "place for grazing cattle and sheep"
It has been popular for more than a year
Now the Antarctic Luo people are a bit serious about checking in
Nanny-level guide👇
It is recommended to rush directly with a bag on your back
🌲Scenery: Winter ice waterfall snowy mountains, cliffs, plateau lakes
🧭Navigation
Self-driving: Badixiang Achidaga Village, Weixi County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
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1⃣️Shangri-La Airport
2⃣️Lijiang Airport
🚗Then take a bus or carpool to👉Zizhong or Badi
🏠It is recommended to live in Zizhong, the environment is much better than Badi
🚶Hiking time and distance
There are actually two hiking routes in Antarctica Luo
☑️1st Lake-9th Lake (5th Lake is the classic check-in route)
☑️10th Lake-13th Lake (10th Lake is the Sky Eye route)
Now ninety-five percent of people walk the 1-9th Lake line. Unlike before, the current Antarctic Luo off-road vehicle can't go up, you can only hike up the mountain or ride a motorcycle
1-5th Lake is a small loop line, starting around 7 am (about 3 kilometers)
1-9th Lake is a large loop line, starting around 5 am (about 9 kilometers)
❗️I personally suggest to ride a motorcycle up, and then walk down. If you walk up and down, you will not be able to keep up with your physical strength, and it will be very late in time
⛰️Altitude
The altitude of Zizhong accommodation is 1800
Hiking altitude: From the 1st Lake 3600 meters to the 5th Lake pass about 4300 meters, there is a certain difficulty
🎒Hiking equipment
👔Clothes: Hard shell stormtrooper jacket and pants
🎩Hat: Thick and warm
🥿Shoes: Anti-slip and waterproof
💡Headlamp: It is necessary to start early and get down late
Climbing poles and ice claws must be brought, many places on the mountain are already frozen
⚠️Traceless outdoor reminder:
Don't litter, because there are cows, horses and sheep!!!
3l.z@b3th 3v@ns
Antarctic Luo Travel Guide
Life advice: Be sure to come to Antarctic Luo once. Antarctic Luo hiking guide
1. At present, Antarctic Luo scenic area does not allow foreign vehicles to enter, entry methods: A: Hiking in (about 30 kilometers need a whole day, not recommended) B: Find a leader (they have a way, you know)
2. Antarctic Luo hiking is divided into large and small loops
Small loop: Start from Lake No. 3, hike 4.5 two lakes, this difficulty is not big, round trip about 5 kilometers, walk and shoot about 3 hours can be taken down, not difficult.
Large loop (super beautiful we just walk the large loop): Start from Lake No. 3, hike 4-9 lakes, the whole journey is more difficult, the most tired 5-6 lakes climb the mountain pass, climb to the top of the mountain to see the beautiful Lake No. 5, the whole journey of the large loop is about 14 kilometers, usually need to walk 6-7 hours, the altitude climb is relatively high, need to have a local guide to lead, there are many forks, cliffs and primitive forests are easy to get lost and go in the wrong direction, along the way you can see mountains, meadows, lakes, primitive forests, streams, strong ability is really recommended.
Hiking precautions⚠️
1. Be sure to communicate with the leader how to enter the mountain, because it is really far to go in.
2. The weather in Antarctic Luo is unpredictable, often raining, it is recommended to bring a raincoat, or wear a rainproof assault suit, we have rained countless times along the way.
3. Necessary equipment: assault suit, waterproof hiking shoes, hiking poles, highly recommend wearing knee pads (I have a knee injury so wearing it is very useful to protect the knee)‼️Hat, sunscreen, gloves (it's very cold above, about 10 degrees and raining)
Clothes: a quick-drying shirt, a waterproof assault suit, a liner in the backpack may be cold
4. Hiking food and drink: dry food (eight treasure porridge, compressed biscuits, Snickers) because it takes a day to go in
Drinks: mineral water, cola (our guide let us bring), functional drinks
5. Please each of you must bring a garbage bag to take all your garbage out, such a beautiful scenery please everyone must take care of it together. Such a beautiful scenery, don't you have a heart?
Isaac.Simmons^73
Antarctic Luo hiking guide
Antarctic Luo
On the way, my friends and I were discussing whether to go to Haba Village or Antarctic Luo, until the driver said that there were particularly many beautiful women in Antarctic Luo, we all tacitly ended the discussion 😂😂😂
Equipment: a raincoat + a storm coat + some high-calorie food (note this is only to the small loop of Antarctic Luo, high-calorie food is brought because the feet are likely to get wet in the rain, to prevent body temperature loss)
For those who want to go to the big loop of No. 9, it's best to follow the guide and return to the original place on time
Ophelia_Blackwooden/66
Don't go where it's crowded, find a quiet place
Nangjiluo
Also known as Nanji Luo, translated from Lisu language means "place for grazing cattle and sheep", hikers call it "God's tears lost in the world" high altitude wetland lake group, scattered in the mountains a total of 12 large and small lakes, named by numbers.
Nangjiluo is a beautiful secret place hidden in the deep mountains, also known as Nanji Luo, meaning a place for grazing sheep. The main landscape is alpine lakes, with snow mountains, meadows, primitive forests, large and small waterfalls, etc. It is called the tears of God lost in the world.
Transportation:
Self-driving is recommended
Address: Nangjiluo, Achidaga Village, Badi Township, Weixi Lisu Autonomous County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
240km from Shangri-La, 5h by car
340km from Lijiang, 6h by car
EternalTraveler
I'm so great~ Challenge the journey to niche secret places!
Antarctic Luo "Three Parallel Rivers" World Natural Heritage Site
Caught a sunny day, rain, and hail on the same day, it's too exciting.
Unforgettable hiking trip. Antarctic Luo, also known as Nan Jie Luo, Nan Ji Luo, is located in Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It belongs to the "Three Parallel Rivers" World Natural Heritage Site. The environment is beautiful, the vegetation is lush, and the ancient trees are towering. From bottom to top, they are composed of 11 alpine lakes including Swan Lake, Dry Lake, Flower Lake, Round Lake, China Lake, Leaf Lake, Saint Woman Lake, Yin Lake, Yang Lake, Island Lake, and Dream Lake. Peaks, lakes, forests, wildflowers, and blue sky and white clouds together form a beautiful landscape painting.
Antarctic Luo has not yet compiled a general plan and special plan for scenic spots, and the transportation and tourism infrastructure has not been planned and built, and it is not suitable for sightseeing. There are wild animals such as black bears from time to time, and it is difficult to ensure safety in this area.
On September 6, 2023, the People's Government of Weixi County issued a notice stating that temporary closure management will be implemented for Antarctic Luo from 16:00 on September 10.