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[RoundNails] Tiger Leaping Gorge is located at the junction of Shangri-La and Lijiang in Yunnan Province. It is famous for its steep canyons and the rushing Jinsha River. It is one of the world's famous hiking destinations.
The following is a detailed guide to help you plan your trip efficiently:

1. Preparation before the trip
1. Best season
- April-June (🌺Azalea blooms in spring, 💧river water is clear)
- September-November (🍁The weather is clear and the scenery is magnificent)
- During the rainy season (July-August), the river is turbulent but the road conditions are poor. Some sections of the road may be frozen in winter.

2. Equipment recommendations
- Essentials for hiking: 🥾 non-slip hiking shoes, 🥼 jacket (strong wind in the canyon), 🧢 sun hat, 🕶 sunglasses.
- Others: lightweight backpack 🎒, trekking poles 🦯 (to save energy), 🍫 high-calorie snacks, 🍶 thermos.

2. Transportation
- From Lijiang (more common)
- Bus: Lijiang Bus Station → Tiger Leaping Gorge Town (Qiaotou), about 2 hours, 🎫Ticket price 30-40 yuan. You can ask the driver to drop you off at the scenic spot in advance.
- Charter/carpool: about 200-300 yuan/car, suitable for 4-6 people.
- Depart from Shangri-La
- It takes about 3 hours by bus to Tiger Leaping Gorge Town, or you can charter a car to get there directly (about 1.5 hours).

3. Overview of the scenic area
1. Tickets
- Full price is 45 yuan (Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge), and a villager maintenance fee (about 15 yuan) is required for Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge.
- Opening hours: [8:30]8:30-17:30.

2. Three core segments
- Shangtiao Gorge: Well-developed and suitable for ordinary tourists, with a viewing platform and plank road, where you can feel the river waves up close.
- Zhongtiaoxia: 🚶‍♀️The highlight of the hike, the path is steep (such as "ladder to heaven" and "line of sky"), ⏳ takes 3-4 hours and requires a high level of physical strength.
- Xiatiao Gorge: relatively remote, suitable for deep hiking enthusiasts.

4. Classic Hiking Route (2 days and 1 night)
- Day 1: Qiaotou (starting point) → Naxi Yage → 28 turns → Tea Horse Inn → Halfway (midway inn)
- 🚶‍♀️Hike for about 6-8 hours and stay overnight at Halfway (recommended the "Stunning Balcony" for viewing).
- Day 2: Halfway→Tina's (Zhongxia Hotel)→Zhonghutiao→Ladder to Heaven→Return to Tina's and leave by car.
- ⏳The next day you will hike for about 4 hours and take the 3pm bus back to Lijiang/Shangri-La.

5. Notes ⚠️
1. Safety first
- There are no guardrails on some sections of Zhonghutiao, so you need to pay attention when walking. Be careful of falling rocks during the rainy season.
- 🪜The ladder is almost vertical, so those who are afraid of heights can choose to take a detour.
2. Accommodation Tips
- During peak season 🌿 (National Day, Labor Day), please book Halfway or Tina's 1 week in advance.
3. Environmental awareness
- The canyon's ecology is fragile, so be sure to take your trash with you.

6. Recommended nearby tours
- Lijiang direction: 🏔 Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Baisha Ancient Town.
- Toward Shangri-La: Pudacuo National Park, Songzanlin Temple.

🐯The shock of Tiger Leaping Gorge lies in the collision of nature and courage. Whether it is a relaxing sightseeing or a challenging hike, you can gain an unforgettable experience. It is recommended to download offline maps before departure (🤳There is no signal on some sections of the road). I wish you a safe and wonderful journey!