Yubeng Village

After visiting Lijiang and witnessing the majesty of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain After going to Shaxi and witnessing the traces of the ancient Tea Horse Road I once again embarked on a journey to Yubeng Outside the car window is the snow-covered Napahai A fleeting glimpse of the Songzanlin Monastery Further ahead is the surging Lancang River winding through the canyons Entering the Baima Snow Mountain, it becomes a vast expanse of endless white - To the east of Meili, at the foot of the sacred mountain Lies the destination of this trip, Yubeng Village In the winter, the village houses are neatly arranged With the morning smoke curling up and the sound of cowbells From the morning's sunlight on the Golden Mountain to the arrival of the blues The golden roof of the temple appears tranquil and mysterious - Staying at the Wildtalk has been the long-awaited expectation of this trip Outside is the icy world, with the snow mountain appearing and disappearing in the clouds Inside the room, the warmth remains, and the comfortable temperature relaxes one The thoughtful service is a sincere gesture to the guests No need to get up too early in the morning, waking up at 8 am allows for Enjoying breakfast in the lobby while admiring the sunlight on the Golden Mountain - 📠 Yubeng Travel Tips ① You can fly directly to Diqing Shangri-La/Lijiang ② Lijiang has opened a direct high-speed train to Shangri-La taking 1.5h ③ You can stay one night in Shangri-La, as you might miss The car to Yubeng, just stay in the city for one night, and set off early the next day ④ Take a business car from Shangri-La to Xidang Village parking lot for 4-5h Usually a 7-seater business car, 600-700 yuan/car, can be chartered or shared ⑤ Yubeng scenic area ticket is 55 yuan/person, you can take an off-road vehicle or hike in (hiking one way is about 8h) ⑥ The ticket to Lower Yubeng Village is 260 yuan/person, and the return trip is 200 yuan/person (In case of snow and extreme weather, the off-road vehicles will stop operating, and you can only hike in) ⑦ Yubeng scenic area stops selling tickets at 17:00 every day ⑧ Wildtalk breakfast starts at 8:00, and you can enjoy breakfast while watching the sunlight on the Golden Mountain (the sunlight on the Golden Mountain is also around 8:00)

A Hidden World Beyond the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain After being deeply impressed by the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang, I embarked on a journey to Yubeng, where even more stunning natural beauty lies hidden. Passing through Shaxi, I witnessed the historical traces of the Tea Horse Road. Outside the car window, the snowy expanse of Napahai, a fleeting glimpse of the Songzanlin Monastery, and the Lancang River raging incessantly through the gorge. Crossing the Baima Snow Mountain, a pristine white landscape unfolded before my eyes. 🌄 The Winter Scroll of Yubeng Village East of Meili, at the foot of the sacred mountain, lies Yubeng Village, where in winter, the wooden houses are neatly scattered, smoke from cooking fires intertwines with the sound of cowbells, from the golden sunrise over the mountain to the bluesy twilight, the golden roof of the temple reveals its mystery in tranquility. 🏨 Wildtalk Hotel: A Warm Haven Checking into the Wildtalk Hotel was an anticipation of my trip. Outside was a world of ice and snow, while inside was as warm as spring, with attentive service that made one feel at home. In the morning, there was no need to rush, waking up at 8 o'clock, enjoying breakfast in the lobby while admiring the magnificent view of the sunlit golden mountain. 📝 Yubeng Travel Tips Direct flights to Diqing Shangri-La or Lijiang. The high-speed train from Lijiang to Shangri-La only takes 1.5 hours. It is recommended to stay in Shangri-La for one night to avoid missing the vehicle to Yubeng. Take a business car from Shangri-La to Xidang Village parking lot, the journey takes about 4-5 hours, and the cost is about 600-700 yuan/car. The Yubeng scenic area ticket is 55 yuan/person, you can choose to take an off-road vehicle in the scenic area or hike in (about 8 hours one way). The round-trip tickets from Yubeng Village are 260 yuan and 200 yuan respectively, and the off-road vehicle may stop running in extreme weather. The Yubeng scenic area stops selling tickets after 17:00 daily. The breakfast at Wildtalk Hotel starts at 8:00, which is the best time to watch the sunlit golden mountain.

What I long for in life is nothing more than freedom and the distance. 'Paradise is to the left, Yubeng is to the right' This ancient Tibetan village deep in the Meili Snow Mountain is a secret deep in Yunnan, nine hours away From sunny days to heavy snowfall, the altitude gradually climbs and breathing becomes more labored Snow-capped mountains surround, prayer flags fluttering I was fortunate to encounter the sunrise at the sacred village in heaven, when the mountain gains color as the sunlight shines on the snow mountain All the beauty will also arrive as promised

"Paradise is to the left, Yubeng to the right" This ancient Tibetan village deep in the Meili Snow Mountain is a secret deep in Yunnan~ 📍Located within the territory of Deqin County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province, at the foot of Meili Snow Mountain, it exists at an altitude of about 3000m or more, and here it is divided into Upper Yubeng and Lower Yubeng Why choose autumn for Yubeng? From the end of October, Yubeng officially enters the dry season Clear skies are the norm, with only a few days of cloudy rain ✅No trouble from the rains, no muddy mountain roads ✅You can witness the autumn colors blooming all over the mountains ✅And there's a very high chance of seeing the golden sunrise on the mountain and the starry sky 🏠Accommodation: ✨Both Yubengs are made of wood and are Tibetan-style houses, with generally basic accommodation conditions. ✨I personally suggest staying one night at Feilai Temple before entering Yubeng, no need to get up early, and you can see Meili Snow Mountain from the hotel, with a very good angle. 🏃Main hiking routes 1. The Sacred Waterfall route (13.6km) Starting from Lower Yubeng, the whole path is cement and stone steps, friendly to beginners, the waterfall is spectacular during the rainy season, and the colorful prayer flags are a highlight 2. The Ice Lake route (14km) Starting from Upper Yubeng, you will pass through sea buckthorn and fir forests, pastures, streams, and rock piles, with beautiful scenery in summer and average in winter 3. The Caterpillar Fungus route (18km) Starting from Upper Yubeng, the most beautiful route, surrounded by snow-capped mountains on a mountain ridge Directly facing the shock of the Goddess Peak 4. The Sacred Lake route (10km) Starting from Lower Yubeng, the whole way is uphill and heart-pounding, with an altitude of up to 4600 5. The Ninnong route (14km) A must-pass route out of Yubeng, passing through forests, valleys, and cliffs 🚩Must-visit attractions 1⃣Yubeng Village A village called the residence of immortals, without the noise of the city, only blue skies, snow mountains, primeval forests, and fearless little squirrels. 2⃣Ice Lake "The heart of Kawagarbo," formed by the melting waters of the snow mountain, the lake water is deep green like jade. 3⃣Feilai Temple Directly facing the thirteen peaks of Meili Snow Mountain, it is an excellent spot to watch the golden sunrise on the mountain. Catching the first ray of golden light on the snow mountain before sunrise can bring good luck for the whole year. 4⃣Songzanlin Monastery "The Little Potala Palace," the NO.1 Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan by scale. Walking around the lake at the temple's entrance, Lamuyangcuo, can unlock the hidden position of the temple's reflection in the lake! 5⃣Napa Lake "The tear of Shangri-La," with the unique scenery of "winter sea and summer meadow," in winter the rising waters form "Napa Lake," and in summer the receding rainwater turns into "Yila Grassland." 💥Tips: 1. The ultraviolet rays are strong in the plateau area, so be sure to do enough sun protection! 2. To prevent altitude sickness: start taking Rhodiola rosea capsules a week in advance/highland Yubeng village peace, do not bathe when you first arrive at the highland, and do not engage in strenuous exercise. 3. Prepare enough vitamin tablets, energy bars, and beef jerky to replenish energy in time during hiking. 4. Friends who are hiking for the first time should try to set out early, as the mountain roads are complex to avoid walking at night. 5. You can prepare some cash as some places along the way may have poor signal. 6. The best time to see the golden sunrise on the mountain is from late October to March of the following year, remember to check the weather forecast before you go. 7. Clothing recommendation: waterproof jacket, fleece, quick-dry shirt, quick-thousand pants, and storm pants.

Went to a small village in Yunnan called Yubeng. It was such a magical place to relax and hike within the Tibetan Mountain Range. I will most definitely be visiting again and I enjoyed every moment I spent here. The hikes were beautiful and it was so surreal to be able to hike within these Mountains. I never thought in my lifetime I’d be immersed in snowy mountain as big as these. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who loves hiking and being out in nature. Even if you don’t enjoy hiking it’s nice to just spend time in the cozy village at the local cafes and enjoying the views. Getting there was not the easiest or the quickest but it is worth it. You have to travel to Shangri-la and then take a bus to Deqen. It’s quite a long ride but beautiful views along the ways. Then stay at any of the hotels/hostels near the Meili Snow mountains when you get off the bus. You then stay over night and wake up bright and early for the sunrise. After that there will be cars waiting to bring travelers to Yubeng. You take a car and then arrive just below the Yubeng village. You buy a ticket into the village and then a jeep will come and pick you up to take you into the village. #yunnantravel #travelchina #snowmountain

【Introduction】: Love someone, take them to Yubeng; don't love someone, also take them to Yubeng. 🕘【Opening Hours】: The scenic area is open all year round. A relatively remote small village under Meili Snow Mountain, a holy land for world trekking. 💴【Ticket Price】: No ticket required. ⛺【Activities】: Take a car from Feilai Temple to Xidang. From Xidang to Yubeng Village, you can choose to hike or take a scenic off-road vehicle for 300 yuan per person. Hiking takes about 6 hours. There is no scenery along this route, so it is recommended to take the scenic off-road vehicle and stay in Lower Yubeng Village. On the second day, Yubeng--Xiaonong Base Camp--Ice Lake, round trip about 12KM, takes about 7 hours. On the third day, the Sacred Waterfall hike is about 12KM round trip, taking about 7 hours. On the fourth day, exit via Ninong Grand Canyon, hiking about 13KM, taking about 4 hours. 🧡【Preparation】: Equipment reference 1. Suitcase recommended size: 20-22-24 inches, plus a backpack of about 18 liters. 2. Separate backpack recommended size: 48-68 liters. 3. Clothing and footwear (Summer) Softshell, quick-dry clothes and pants, short sleeves, skin windbreaker, etc. (Winter) Shell jacket and pants, fleece, softshell, down jacket, etc. (Footwear and hats) Hiking shoes, mountaineering shoes, casual sports shoes, baseball cap or sun hat.

A trip to Yubeng Village is a must in life because it is a paradise for trekkers and a secluded utopia on earth. The clear blue sky reflects this quiet and beautiful village. At an altitude of 3000 meters, surrounded by mountains on all sides, it has a unique geographical environment. It is divided into upper and lower villages. The upper village leads to the climb of Kawagebo, while the lower village leads to the sacred waterfall. Along the way, you can see the ancient script and the wonder of five trees sharing one root. Trekking here is a route that many domestic trekkers yearn for. Once you come, you will understand why it is called the "paradise for trekkers." Preparation before departure 1. Check in advance if there are any medium or high-risk areas at your departure point. Shangri-La has restrictions on some areas, so inquire in advance. 2. ID card and cash are essential (the network in the mountains is not very good). 3. Trekking shoes, outdoor waterproof pants, and a jacket (the weather is changeable, bring rain gear; the road is muddy and slippery after rain). 4. There is basically no network signal during the trek, so inform your family and friends in advance to avoid worrying them. 5. Trekking poles: There are many mountain sections, it is recommended to buy T-shaped handles, preferably two. Toiletries and disposable bed sheets (accommodation conditions in Yubeng Village are limited, so bring these items). 6. Thermos, chocolate, energy bars, and other dry food: for energy and water replenishment along the way. 7. If it's your first time trekking in Yubeng, it is recommended not to go alone. You can go with three or five friends (Yubeng is located in a remote mountain area with no direct public transportation (planes, buses, etc.), and the road conditions are very tough. For safety reasons, most travelers do not choose to travel independently but join a group from Lijiang or Shangri-La). 8. Daily medication: altitude sickness medicine; medicine for injuries; gastrointestinal medicine should be kept on hand. Route Planning D0: Gather in Lijiang D1: Lijiang - Xiaozhongdian - Moon Bay - Feilai Temple In the morning, we will set off for Feilai Temple. After passing through Xiaozhongdian, where the wind blows the grass and you can see cattle and sheep, we will enjoy the different scenery of Shangri-La. We will then continue to Benzilan for lunch. After passing through Moon Bay and Deqin County, we will reach Feilai Temple, where the Meili Snow Mountain, Kawagebo, will be right in front of you. Enjoy the tranquility of the moment! D2: Feilai Temple - Xidang Village - Nanzheng Pass - Yubeng Village (11KM trekking) According to the sunrise time, we need to get up early to go to the Meili Snow Mountain viewing platform to admire the rare sight of the golden mountain. After taking some impressive photos, we will drive to Xidang at 8:00 AM. From Xidang, we will start trekking into the secluded Yubeng Village. After climbing 1000 meters to Nanzheng Pass, we will descend all the way to Yubeng Village before nightfall. The simple yet distinctive Tibetan houses will appear before your eyes. Note: If any of your companions are physically weak, they can choose to take a car from Xidang to Yubeng (about 200 yuan/person). If you need to take a car, please ensure safety and bear the costs and safety issues yourself. D3: Yubeng Village - Xiaonong Base Camp - Ice Lake - Yubeng Village (14KM trekking) At 8:00 AM, we will set off from Yubeng Village and trek to Ice Lake. Along the way, we will pass through the Seabuckthorn Forest at the village entrance and enter the primeval forest. We will then continue to Xiaonong Base Camp, which was the base camp for the Sino-Japanese mountaineering team climbing Kawagebo Peak. After lunch, we will continue to Ice Lake. As night falls, we will return to Yubeng Village by 6:00 PM, ending the day's trek. D4: Yubeng - Primeval Forest - Sacred Waterfall - Yubeng (14KM trekking) At 8:00 AM, we will cross the Yubeng River and pass through the lower village of Yubeng, with green mountains and clear waters at our feet and blue skies and white clouds above. We will then trek through the primeval forest and alpine meadows without any signs of human activity. Moving forward, we will reach the Sacred Waterfall formed by the cascading water from Meili Snow Mountain. Here, you can see the full view of the Goddess Peak and the Five-Crown Peak. More importantly, this is where pilgrims receive their baptism. Only after being baptized by the sacred water is the pilgrimage complete, purifying both body and soul. We will then return to the inn in Yubeng Village to rest. D5: Yubeng - Ninong Gorge - Shangri-La (18KM trekking) In the morning, we will set off around 8:00 AM and trek downhill along the Yubeng River to find Ninong Gorge. There are roadside food supply stations along the way. After lunch, we will enter the mouth of Ninong Gorge, a deep gorge surrounded by green and white clouds. This section of the road is narrow, so be careful while trekking. We will then reach the Ninong Village parking lot, where our car will be waiting for us. We will then drive to Shangri-La, where you can have a good night's sleep after several days of hard trekking. D6: Shangri-La - Dukezong Ancient City - Prayer Wheel - Lijiang After breakfast, we will head to Dukezong Ancient City, also known as Moonlight Ancient City or Turtle Mountain Park. It is the only ancient city in China with three names. Dukezong Ancient City is a living ancient city in Shangri-La, where you can learn about Tibetan Buddhist culture and Thangka culture. It is a city that has been alive for over 1300 years, preserving the historical traces of the ancient Tea Horse Road. It is a city full of vitality, where people live and work. It also has the largest prayer wheel, and each turn brings you good luck and health. After the trip, we will return to Lijiang Ancient City to end the journey. The mountain roads in Yunnan are steep and the altitude is high. It is not recommended to trek alone. It is better to join a group.

1⃣️Transportation🚗 Depart from Lijiang by bus to Deqin Feilai Temple. Stay at Feilai Temple for one night to wait for the sunrise on Meili Snow Mountain. The next day, share a ride to Xidang Village, then take the off-road vehicle in the village to enter the village. When booking a hotel or homestay, check whether it is in Upper Yubeng or Lower Yubeng. Just buy a ticket directly to Upper Yubeng or Lower Yubeng. The entrance fee to the village is 260/person for Lower Yubeng and 200/person for leaving Lower Yubeng. Going to Upper Yubeng will be a little cheaper. 2⃣️Preparation of items📦 Try not to bring suitcases unless you stay at Wild Language. Wild Language has an off-road vehicle to pick us up at our drop-off point. The village does not allow other hotels and homestays to have off-road vehicles, so after taking the village's off-road vehicle to the hotel, you still need to walk, especially uphill. Just prepare a backpack with necessities and clothes. My suitcase was severely worn out after a trip to Yubeng Village. 3⃣️Whether to hike into the village Many people choose to hike into the village, which takes an average of more than six hours. But in my opinion, the scenery along the hiking route into the village is not very good, the scenery is quite monotonous, and there is a lot of dust brought up by off-road vehicles on the dirt road. You can save your energy for the classic hiking routes after entering the village. It's a pity to waste time on roads with little scenery. 4⃣️Food and accommodation🥣 There are many hotels and homestays to choose from in the village, but don't expect too much from the environment in the village. It's a primitive village with many horses and cows, and a lot of animal excrement on the roads. Because transportation is inconvenient, supplies in the village are scarce and prices are relatively high. 5⃣️Photo spot selection📷 It mainly depends on how many days you stay and whether you hike. I went to the Big Lawn (a popular check-in spot) to take photos from noon to afternoon on the first day. There are snack bars, coffee shops, small bars, and Shaxian snacks, etc. The atmosphere in the small bar at night is still good. The second day I chose the Divine Waterfall route for hiking. Wearing a storm coat for hiking and taking photos is very photogenic. High-altitude hiking is very tiring, especially the Divine Waterfall route is uphill all the way. If you stay for a long time, you can choose the Ice Lake, Divine Lake, Cordyceps line, etc., but be sure to measure your strength and go with a companion. The Divine Waterfall route is suitable for those staying in Lower Yubeng, and other routes are closer to Upper Yubeng. 6⃣️Hiking selection❗️ For beginners, it is recommended to take the Divine Waterfall route. The uphill climb in the later stage is not easy, but overall it is quite friendly. The Divine Waterfall is actually a sacred place for Tibetans. There are prayer flags all over the mountains. But now the weather has frozen the Divine Waterfall. The Divine Waterfall route is a mature route that combines religious color and scenery, and the whole route is a cement road. Other routes are relatively difficult, especially the Cordyceps line. When choosing these routes, be sure to do your homework or form a group. I personally think that the difficulty of hiking in Daocheng is greater than the Divine Waterfall route. If you can accept the difficulty of hiking in Daocheng, you can choose a more difficult route in Yubeng Village.

There are many secrets in Yunnan, and Yubeng is one of them. Paradise is on the left, Yubeng on the right. This is about the ancient Tibetan village deep in the Meili Snow Mountain. 'The road to Yubeng often collapses, so it is isolated from the world most of the time. The more rugged the mountain road, the more magnificent the scenery waiting for you. But Yubeng's 'meeting' is never easy, hiking is the only truth it recognizes. From forests to lakes, to the sacred waterfall of the snow-capped mountains, the harsh sunlight of the plateau invades without mercy, and the altitude keeps rising to steal your oxygen. 'But believe me, even so, you won't want to give up. Because the holy water of Kabo is ahead, and the silhouette of the Goddess Peak will embrace you affectionately. On this road to Yubeng, I am very curious, for example, those sutras, if they flutter in the wind thousands of times, whether those prayers have also been recited thousands of times. Hiking Yubeng is not to conquer nature, but to conquer oneself. As long as it is growth, there must be a witness from bravery to tenacity. As long as it is a traveler, there must be the devotion to patiently wait for the clouds to open.

"You can't always just look at Meili Snow Mountain on your phone." Because of this sentence, I chose to fly to Yunnan and head straight to Meili Snow Mountain. When the sunlight shines on the mountains, all the efforts are worth it. I also had the luck to witness the sunlit Meili Snow Mountain! 🛬【Itinerary】: Shangri-La + Meili Snow Mountain + Yubeng 5 days and 4 nights itinerary guide: D1 Shangri-La--Dukezong Ancient Town--Dukezong Flower Lane--Shangri-La Tea Horse Road Shangri-La LUX* Resort D2 Shangri-La--Jiantang Town--Songzanlin Monastery--Ganden Sumtseling Monastery--Benzilan--Deqin Deqin Jishan Meili SUNYATA Hotel D3 Deqin--Wunongding Viewing Platform--Feilai Temple Viewing Platform--Yubeng Sacred Waterfall Hiking Deqin Muchen Mountain Lodge D4 Yubeng--Baima Snow Mountain--Napa Lake--Shangri-La Shangri-La Dala Ranch D5 Leisurely stroll in Shangri-La ⛺【Must-visit attractions】: 1. Dukezong Ancient Town It is recommended to visit the Big Buddha Temple at the top of Turtle Hill Park, which has a very large prayer wheel that you can turn three times clockwise to pray; There are many snacks in the ancient town, but this shop is highly recommended: ☕️ Snow Mountain Little Kitchen Dormito Cafe A very beautiful shop~ It has coffee, desserts, and meals, with good value for money! This shop is renovated from a Tibetan-style residence, retaining most of the traditional Tibetan architecture, a very charming old house. Also, the afternoon tea at Diqing Moonlight City Indigo Hotel, where you can enjoy desserts while overlooking Dukezong Ancient Town, is very pleasant~ 2. Wunongding Viewing Platform Facing Meili Snow Mountain Kawagebo, you can ask the hotel staff about the time of the sunlit Meili Snow Mountain. There is a tree at Wunongding, a very niche but very photogenic spot!! 3. Napa Lake The sky is so blue, the clouds are so white, it looks like a world in a comic, every shot is beautiful~ 4. Yubeng Scenic Area - Sacred Waterfall Hiking to the Sacred Waterfall is really enjoyable! It feels so good to walk into nature, although the road to Yubeng is a bit difficult, the scenery is really pure!!! Along the way, there are prayer flags and mani stones, full of blessings. With a guide leading the way, it takes about 5.6 hours to walk slowly, remember to bring some food with you and drink less water! The Ice Lake is more difficult to walk, so follow your physical strength and the guide's advice~

My first-ever hiking trip was dedicated to Yubeng. I have longed to visit Yubeng for a very long time, and since 2019, I have finally realized my dream of hiking there. It took a whole day to travel from Lijiang to Yubeng Village, and by the time I checked into the Upper Yubeng hostel, it was already six in the evening. The plan was to take two routes: the first day was Upper Yubeng to the Ice Lake; the second day was Upper Yubeng to Lower Yubeng to the Sacred Waterfall. 1️⃣ The hike to the Ice Lake was exhilarating with many steep slopes. We set off at 8:30 in the morning and successfully reached the summit before one in the afternoon. On the way down, we 'slid' all the way; 2️⃣ The second day's hike to the Sacred Waterfall was much easier compared to the Ice Lake route. Unfortunately, it has been snowing in Yubeng for the past few days, and we couldn't reach the top of the waterfall due to an avalanche. Therefore, we only made it to the base camp before turning back. However, the snowy scenery of the Sacred Waterfall route was much more spectacular than that of the Ice Lake, and it was also particularly suitable for snowball fights. Hanging prayer flags and performing the Sarlonba were all done on the Sacred Waterfall route. Each has its own charm, but the path from Lower Yubeng to Upper Yubeng was really difficult to walk, with steep slopes all the way . The original plan for the third day was to go down the mountain by off-road vehicle, but continuous snowfall in Yubeng had blocked the mountain roads. So we hiked from Upper Yubeng to Lower Yubeng, took a ride to the starting point of Ninong, and hiked eight kilometers down the mountain. It was indeed a pleasant surprise. The Ninong Grand Canyon is also very beautiful. The downhill was too shaky, and the last kilometer was completed entirely by willpower.

The best time to visit Yubeng is during the Spring (March-April) or Autumn (September-October) when the weather is pleasant and the skies are clear. During these seasons, the temperatures are mild despite the high elevation of about 3400 meters, and the surrounding landscapes are at their most vibrant. It’s also easier to see the peaks of the mountains compared to other times of the year. Getting there by public transportation can be difficult, so I suggest arranging for a local driver to take you to Xidang and return a few days later to pick you up after you finish your trip to Yubeng. There are two main hiking routes in the area: The first one is from Upper Yubeng to the Glacier Lake 冰湖. It’s about 6 Km long (one way) and has an elevation gain of 700 meters, starting from Upper Yubeng at 3200m and arriving at the lake at 3900m. This trek is more challenging and takes about 5 hours to get to the lake. The second one leaves from Lower Yubeng to the Sacred Waterfall 神瀑. It’s about 5 Km long, with the first 2/3 of the hike beating relatively easy and the last part quite tricky due to the never-ending stairs. The altitude gain is smaller since you’ll start at 3100m and end at 3700. It takes about 4 hours to get to the waterfall. #yubeng