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The main source of the Yubeng River is located in a glacial lake about 4 kilometers upstream from Xiaonong Ranch. After leaving the lake, the water becomes the Xiaonong River, winding southeast toward Xiaonong Ranch.
After passing through the narrow stone gate, the river water rushes towards the upper and lower villages of Yubeng with a large drop. In the lower Yubeng village, it receives the Shenpu River, the secondary source of the Yubeng River. It is hereinafter called the Yubeng River, and the local Tibetans call it "Yubeng Saqu".
The riverbed is covered with green mountains and winding with many bends. The river flows east and west, south and north, and finally flows eastward to the south of Nicun Village and flows into the Lancang River.
Attractions Location: Yubeng Village, Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Tickets:
Included in the 80 yuan entrance fee to Yubeng Village; the 230 yuan package for Meili Snow Mountain (including 60 yuan for Jinsha River Bay, 60 yuan for Wunongding Observation Deck, 60 yuan for Feilai Temple Observation Deck, and 80 yuan for Yubeng). An additional 5 yuan management fee is charged for entering Yubeng.
Opening hours:
All day
Transportation:
The main source of the Yubeng River is located in a glacial lake 4 kilometers upstream from Xiaonong Ranch, which can be reached on foot from Yubeng Village
Time reference: 1-3 hours
This itinerary focuses on experiencing the pristine natural beauty of Yubeng Yubeng River and its immediate surroundings, ideal for travelers seeking tranquility and nature immersion.
Accommodation & Food: Stay in local Tibetan guesthouses or mountain lodges. Meals typically include Tibetan-style yak butter tea, barley flour cakes, and simple hearty dishes.
Souvenirs: Tibetan prayer flags, handwoven textiles, yak wool products, and local herbal teas.
Extend your journey to enjoy a deeper exploration of Yubeng River and nearby Tibetan cultural sites, with a mix of trekking and village visits.
Accommodation & Food: Same as Day 1; try local Tibetan yak meat dishes and barley beer if available.
Souvenirs: Traditional Tibetan jewelry, wood carvings, and natural herbal remedies.
This itinerary is designed for trekkers and culture lovers, covering natural wonders and remote Tibetan settlements around Yubeng River.
Accommodation & Food: Tibetan guesthouses or small inns. Meals include traditional Tibetan and local mountain vegetables.
Souvenirs: Handcrafted Buddhist items, local wool products, and Tibetan tea sets.
Enjoy a more leisurely exploration of the Yubeng area, with ample time to appreciate nature, Tibetan culture, and trekking.
Accommodation & Food: Continue in local guesthouses; sample Tibetan yak yogurt and local barley wine.
Souvenirs: Tibetan religious scrolls (thangka), handwoven carpets, and local medicinal herbs.
This itinerary combines the Yubeng River area with cultural and natural sites in nearby Shangri-La region for a rich Yunnan experience.
Accommodation & Food: Stay in Shangri-La town hotels or Tibetan-style inns; enjoy Tibetan butter tea and local barley bread.
Souvenirs: Tibetan handicrafts, prayer beads, embroidered clothing, and local artisan souvenirs.
Spend six days immersing in Yubeng’s pristine nature and Tibetan culture, with more time for relaxation and local interactions.
Accommodation & Food: Mix of village guesthouses and Shangri-La town hotels; sample Tibetan yak stew and locally brewed teas.
Souvenirs: Tibetan jewelry, yak horn crafts, natural herbal products, and traditional textiles.
Experience a full week of cultural richness, natural beauty, trekking, and Tibetan lifestyle centered around Yubeng River and nearby Shangri-La.
Accommodation & Food: Comfortable hotels in Shangri-La or Yubeng village lodges; enjoy a variety of Tibetan and Yunnanese dishes.
Souvenirs: Tibetan paintings, handcrafted prayer wheels, traditional clothing, and regional teas.
The Yubeng River, also known as the Yubeng Saqu, originates from the Shenpu Waterfall deep in the Meili Snow Mountain. It has crisscrossing valleys, surging rapids, and is quiet and beautiful. It flows through the entire Yubeng area and flows into the Lancang River from the Ninon Grand Canyon.
The rushing Yubeng River drops from an altitude of 4000+ to an altitude of 2000 in more than 10 kilometers. The clear Yubeng River merges into the Lancang River and disappears without a trace.
Any section of the scenery along the Yubeng River is like a four-star national park.
Watching the clear water of the Yubeng River merge into the dim Lancang River, the dense vegetation disappeared, and in front of me was a wide dry river valley with houses and terraces on the slopes of the valley. The afternoon sun shone through the white clouds and cast a huge shadow on the valley. The scenery was very shocking and spectacular.
Hiking in Yubeng, the river accompanied us all the way.
The river is formed by the confluence of snow from the Meili Snow Mountain. The water is very clear, light blue and very cold.
In order to take pictures, I went down from the roadside to the rocky beach. When I was returning to the road after taking the pictures, the surface of the stones on the rocky beach was very slippery due to water and moss. I slipped and my shoes were completely submerged in the water. Fortunately, I was not injured. I changed my socks and continued on the road. As the weather was fine, my shoes dried up before I had walked far.
The small river created by Kawagebo and the primeval forest is worth seeing.
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When going down the mountain from Xia Yubeng to Nilong, you basically follow the Yubeng River. The Yubeng River is turbulent, so you must be careful when walking to avoid falling.
Sometimes the water flows fast, sometimes it rushes down for thousands of miles, with great momentum and roaring sound.
The melted ice and snow from the Five Crowns Peak is icy cold, and the riverside is full of Mani piles made of stones by others, which is a nice scenery.
The small river created by Kawagebo and the primeval forest is worth seeing.
On the way to the ice lake, we went up the river. There were many Mani piles and small bridges on the riverside. The water was very fast and the river was very icy.
It originates from the Five Crowns Peak and Prince Peak of Meili Snow Mountain. The mountains on both sides are tall and densely wooded. It is about 40 kilometers long with a drop of nearly one thousand meters. The maximum slope of the riverbed exceeds 30 degrees. The river roars all the way and finally flows into the Lancang River through the Ninon Grand Canyon.
After arriving at Xia Yubeng, you can climb to Shang Yubeng through here.
The second time I went there was on a rainy day and the river was full of waterfalls, which was very beautiful.
The Yubeng River is very turbulent. Deep in the mountains, it flows from the icefall to the lower Yubeng River, passing through the primeval forest, which makes people feel refreshed. It is worth a visit.
There are hundreds of Mani piles, and you can build one by yourself.
A river flows through Yubeng Village. The water is very clear, but it is quite fast in some places.
I passed by it when I went to Shenpu Waterfall. It was nothing special, just a small ditch.
On Yubeng Road, a river formed by the melting of Meili Snow Mountain
The river that separates the Upper and Lower Yubeng villages has its source estimated to be near the Five Finger Peak (a figurative name) ~ but it is not certain, perhaps it is also related to the glacial lake.
It's a beautiful place worth visiting for photography. Last time, my friend fell into the river while taking photos here. Everyone, please be safe. Hahahaha
The gurgling stream is beautiful. There are also many Mani stone piles beside it for local people to pray for their faith.
The main source of the Yubeng River is located in the glacial lake 4 kilometers upstream from Xiaonong Ranch, and flows towards the upper and lower villages of Yubeng with a large drop.
Start your pilgrimage on this long-desired pilgrimage route
The water flow is very strong. Try not to get close to it. It will turn yellow when it rains.
The Yubeng River flows straight from the foot of the sacred mountain to the Ninon Grand Canyon, which is a spectacular sight. The river water is clear and fast.
There are many Mani piles on the banks of the flowing Yubeng River. With devotion to Kawagebog, we move forward and explore how long life is.
Every place in Yubeng is worth recommending, but it has become a little commercialized. Go check it out.
The river water is cool but clear, and on the river bank you can often see many Mani piles built by tourists, locals or pilgrims, which gives it a sacred feeling.
The river is formed by the melted snow from Meili Snow Mountain. The scenery on both sides is also very beautiful. You can hike from Yubeng along here to Nylon Village.
This is a paradise for every hiking enthusiast. I like this place because the people here are simple and the water here is clear because it allows you to calm your mind.
I personally feel that walking along the nylon line is much more comfortable than walking along Xidang. Not only is the road flat, but the scenery is also beautiful.
On August 11, 2012, we walked out of Nilong and went down the Yubeng River.
The clear stream bypasses the Xiayu Beng and goes up the river to reach the Shenpu Waterfall...
From Nicun Village on the Lancang River, you can follow the Yubeng River to the Shen Waterfall. The river water is sometimes shallow and sometimes roaring in the mountain ravines, creating a vivid picture of the primeval forest.
Yubeng is worth visiting everywhere—you definitely won't regret it! Go early, everyone! If you wait, everyone will go and it'll become commercialized. I really don't want that to happen...
Yubeng is a place of outstanding people and beautiful scenery. The air is rich in oxygen and water vapor. You can fall asleep to the sound of the Yubeng River at night.
Yubeng River, there is nothing special about it, it is just a river passing by, but the bridge on the river is a bit particular. Before crossing the bridge, you need to recite the passage, and then you can cross it safely. I don’t remember the words anymore, but I recited them very carefully on the way there.
The water in some sections of the Yubeng Valley is quite fierce, and you will definitely be washed away if you fall in.
The rivers here are formed by the melting snow from the snow-capped mountains. They are clear and can be drunk directly... and refreshing.
A place worth visiting, I will go there again if I have the chance.
This road... is very muddy~~~~The downhill road is a 4km hike, and there are a lot of stones on the road, so be careful not to sprain your ankle.
Yubeng is actually quite beautiful at night. The sky is a deep blue, filled with stars, the moon is large and high in the sky, and the Goddess Peak is clearly visible. Despite the strong wind, I felt like standing there and didn't want to move.
I went there in spring. The snow on the mountain had just melted. The water was not very large, but very clear, with the appearance of a primeval forest.
The Yubeng River separates the Upper and Lower Yubeng Villages. The sound of the water is quite pleasant as we walk downhill all the way.
It is very closed and the culture is very unique, but everyone is a businessman
Just as the sun came out and slowly shone directly on Xiayubeng, the whole village was shrouded in sunlight and surrounded by mountains. It was beautiful!
Yubeng River in Yubeng Village, Deqin County, Yunnan Province. The Yubeng River, a melting glacier, flows freely. Clear and chilling, it rushes along.
We chartered a car from the observation deck to the hot springs in Xidang Village, where we began our hike to Yubeng. Yubeng Village is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, with no roads. Beyond the Yakou Pass, there's no cell phone signal. The village still relies on its own hydroelectric power. When we arrived, Xidang Village was celebrating its own festival. In public, Tibetan men and women dressed in beautiful Tibetan clothing presented khatas and highland barley wine to distant visitors. Those who didn't drink the wine could simply dip their hands in it and flick it into the air. This was also the only place where you could rent a mule. The journey ahead was difficult, and since the plateau wasn't conducive to exercise, I wasn't very fit, so I rented one. Entering Yubeng required climbing a mountain, a relatively easy path, though carrying backpacks made the journey a bit arduous. Yubeng consists of two villages, Upper and Lower Yubeng. They're sparsely populated, with seemingly only a few dozen households. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Lower Yubeng lies just below Shennv Peak and Wuguan Peak. The massive glacier descending from the snow-capped mountains resembles a monster's tongue, seemingly threatening to devour the tiny village. There were three guesthouses: Meili First Guesthouse in Upper Yubeng, Hikers' Home between the two villages, and Aqingbu's in Lower Yubeng. We stayed at Aqingbu's for the night, where the accommodations were the most basic of our Yunnan trip. It was a two-story wooden building with a few simple beds and not even an electric blanket. We looted the quilts and blankets from the next room. Below the house was a winding river, and upstream, there was a water-powered prayer wheel. Nearby was a newly built religious building, not yet open to the public. The lights were just basic bulbs, completely powered by hydroelectric power, and the light was dim. There was a TV in the host's room, but our only after-dinner entertainment was to pull up a stool and sit on the second-floor floor, staring blankly at the snow-capped mountains.
It's a beautiful place! My heart is in heaven, but my body is in hell.
The river water is cold and clear, and there are many Mani piles on the riverside.
Whether you see me or not, I will travel thousands of miles and kneel down to worship you;
No matter you are kind or indifferent, I will never stop climbing towards you, regardless of the hardship.
Just when I was confused, an incredible beam of brilliant light awakened my heart and illuminated my life!
The Yubeng River, formed by meltwater from the snow-capped mountains, gushes down from the mountaintop. The water is pure and cold, and the children all collected some in their bottles to taste. There are many Mani piles on the shore, and we also collected some stones and piled them up, praying devoutly.
My first hike was dedicated to Yubeng. I nearly collapsed on the first day, carrying a heavy load. At an altitude of about 3,000 meters, every uphill step was breathtaking, but I persevered for three days. The mountains, rivers, and starry sky, the simple villagers lying supine in the world outside the city, felt like one with nature. I'll definitely go again.
At the junction of Shangyubeng Village and Xiayubeng Village, the water flow of Yubeng River is very fast.
The river that winds around the mountains has a lot of water. It feels a bit scary to walk beside it, but it is also a beautiful place!
The water is very clear. It is very beautiful to have such a canyon at an altitude of more than 3,000 meters! When entering Yubeng, you must exit from Ninon.
There is nothing much to say about this river, it is just a small stream, but Yubeng is really a paradise, you must go
As the scenery I saw when I left Yubeng, it is worthy of the name Yubeng. The abundant water volume and the roaring and rolling white water brought me shock.
There are mountains, water, and trees, many of which are of unusual shapes and perfect for taking photos. The scenery is nice and it's not far from the village. There's also a prayer wheel nearby.
The water that the locals drink is directly collected from here, and the sound of water flowing can be heard all the time.
The river is surging and the road is extremely steep. The natural scenery is beautiful, and the clear chirping of birds can be heard from time to time. The mountain stream is quiet and peaceful.
Whether it is the sacred waterfall or the icy lake, the water will flow into this small river, the water is clear and the sound of water is rumbling.
Not bad. When you get to Yubeng, just remember to go upstream to the scenic spot, and then go downstream to come back.
The Yubeng River is formed by the melted snow from the Meili Snow Mountain. The river water is very clear and the water quality is very pure.
Yubeng River is a small blue river, which is super awesome. In early May, the river was not very full, but it felt very nice, a magical stream in the valley, awesome.
What a beautiful river! Although I have seen many rivers, I will have different feelings when I meet them with a different heart.
The scenery in the Yubeng River Gorge is truly breathtaking! The canyon is deep, the water rushes, the drop is dramatic, and the cliffs are sheer and breathtaking! This canyon hike rivals the best in China! But we didn't have time to stop and admire it, nor did we feel like it! Some sections are quite narrow and dangerous, too narrow for many people to stop and take photos! Below are some wonderful photos, just as a memento of this unforgettable canyon hike!
The canyon formed by this river is the only access point from Yubeng to the Lancang River. It is very beautiful and exciting, so definitely go with a group.
Yubeng River, just walk along this river to get to Nylon!
The Yubeng River rushes down and merges into the Lancang River!
We walked quickly through the rockfall area and turned into the mountains. The Yubeng River was always with us. Whether high or low, far or near, fast or slow, it never left us.
Seeing the stream water so pure, I couldn't help but scoop it up and take a few sips. It was indeed Snow Mountain Spring water! It was cool, sweet, and had a slightly mineral flavor, much like chilled Nongfu Spring.
The clear Yubeng River.
Ting picked up a stone here, which was more valuable than any souvenir she bought.
A small river was born from the glacial lake. It gradually grows larger as the altitude decreases and finally flows into the Lancang River.