Wusun Ancient Trail | The Path to Paradise

One day, you will become a fleeting guest in this world, and all traces of your existence will be quietly erased; therefore, be brave to embrace life and strive to pursue your dreams; turn those dull moments into unforgettable memories; and carve the essence of life into vivid and lively recollections.

⛰️Route Planning for Wusun Ancient Trail
D1️⃣: Friends from all over the world gather in Yining City
D2️⃣: Depart from Yining, pass through Tekes County, and arrive at Qiongkushitai Valley Camp (start hiking to the camp after passing through Qiongkushitai Village)
Itinerary details: Hike about 14 kilometers, ascend 50 meters
D3️⃣: Depart from Qiongkushitai Valley Camp, cross Qiong Daban, and reach Kunosai Camp
Itinerary details: Hike about 18 kilometers, ascend 1240 meters, descend 440 meters
D4️⃣: Depart from Kunosai Camp, cross the Koksu River via zip line, and head to Koksu Valley Camp
Itinerary details: Hike about 18 kilometers, descend 1300 meters
D5️⃣: Depart from Koksu River Camp, pass through Koke Alapiye Valley, and finally reach Paradise Lake Camp
Itinerary details: Hike about 17 kilometers, ascend 1050 meters
D6️⃣: Depart from Paradise Lake Camp, pass through Tiger Mouth, cross the Two Lakes, climb Akbulak Daban, and then reach Bozikrig Valley Camp
Itinerary details: Hike about 23 kilometers, ascend 800 meters, descend 1200 meters
D7️⃣: Depart from Bozikrig Valley Camp, pass through Heiyingshan Township, and finally reach Kuqa (by chartered car)
Itinerary details: Hike about 28 kilometers, descend 240 meters

⛺️Equipment Recommendations for Wusun Ancient Trail
🧤Clothing Equipment 🥾Auxiliary Equipment
1. Windproof and waterproof jacket and pants 1. Large capacity outdoor bag or camel bag
2. Warm fleece or down pants 2. 20L - 30L outdoor small bag
3. Quick-drying and breathable clothes and pants 3. Trekking poles to assist walking
4. Mid-high hiking boots 4. Knee pads to protect knees
5. Shoes suitable for wading 5. Headlamp for illumination
6. Comfortable hiking or sports socks 6. Gaiters to prevent snow from entering shoes
7. Sun hat and warm hat 7. Simple crampons
8. Sunglasses to block light 8. 1L thermos
9. Gloves (optional) 9. Several waterproof bags

🧢Other Essential Equipment
1. Sleeping bag (can be rented)
2. Personal tableware
3. 6 personal trail meals
4. Personal medications (such as glucose, cold medicine, etc.)
5. Wet and dry tissues, sunscreen, lip balm, hand warmers, garbage bags, toiletries