Lhasa Yamdrok Lake Ultimate Guide

Ladies! A trip to Lhasa is incomplete without visiting Yamdrok Lake! Here's a meticulously crafted 3-day, 2-night guide👇

🏨 Highly Recommended Accommodation: Chunqiu Oxygen-Enriched Hotel (12 Yutuo Road, Lhasa)
✔️ Just a 5-minute walk to Potala Palace, featuring 24-hour dispersed oxygen supply and individual nasal oxygen terminals.
📸 Top Photo Spots at Yamdrok Lake:
1️⃣ Gamba La Pass (Altitude: 4,998 meters): Capture panoramic views of Yamdrok Lake. Arrive before 7 AM to avoid crowds and enjoy perfect lighting!
2️⃣ Malong Village Lakeside: The lake's sapphire-blue waters are breathtaking. Wear a bright-colored long dress for stunning photos!
3️⃣ Ruzhila Viewing Platform: A less crowded spot with spectacular views. From the mountain top, you can see the distant Ritod Monastery and snow-capped peaks.

⚠️ High-Altitude Survival Tips:
1️⃣ Altitude Sickness: Start taking Rhodiola supplements 7 days in advance. Avoid washing your hair during the first three days after arrival. The hotel provides free oxygen equipment—use it whenever you feel unwell.
2️⃣ Sun Protection: The UV rays are extremely strong at high altitudes! Bring sunglasses, a hat, and high-SPF sunscreen (SPF50+ PA+++). Physical sun protection is the most reliable!
3️⃣ Warm Clothing: The wind at the mountain passes is intense! A windbreaker or thick jacket is essential—don’t underestimate the cold.
4️⃣ Weather: The weather changes rapidly. It can be sunny one moment and hailing the next! Carry a lightweight raincoat just in case.
5️⃣ Environmental Protection: Always take your trash with you! Avoid stepping on the lakeside wetlands. Respect local beliefs and the ecosystem.

🍜 Food Recommendations:
✅ Namaste Restaurant's Curry Yak Beef
✅ Tian Village's Sour Soup Yak Beef Hotpot
✅ Guangming Gangqiong Sweet Tea House: Sweet tea for just 1 yuan per cup—remember to bring small change.

🚗 Transportation Tips:
Taxis in the city start at 10 yuan. For Yamdrok Lake, it’s best to hire a car (500 yuan/day) or join a carpool (200 yuan/person, including oxygen bottles and drone photography).

💡 Additional Tips:
1️⃣ Yamdrok Lake entrance fee: 60 yuan/person; half-price for students with valid ID.
2️⃣ When feeding Tibetan sheep by the lake, keep a safe distance. They’re very gentle but don’t feed them human food.
3️⃣ Outfit suggestion: Wear a 3-in-1 jacket with a bright-colored long dress! Daytime temperatures reach 24°C, while nighttime drops to -2°C. Don’t forget fleece-lined leggings.

The highlight of this trip was waking up to a view of the Potala Palace every morning. Relaxing with oxygen therapy at the hotel at night helped me recharge for the next day’s adventures. Ladies, you must try this hidden gem of a hotel—it will make your Tibet journey incredibly fulfilling!