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In Ruoergai, you can soak in the Jiangza Hot Springs, or go horseback riding at the Western Ranch to experience the feeling of galloping.
Bathing in the hot springs at Jiangzha is a unique experience. Located just off the mountain path, a sheltered pavilion serves as your pool. Local Tibetans often choose to bathe in mixed groups, and participating in this practice may be the closest you'll ever get to experiencing Tibetan life. If mixed bathing isn't your thing, private rooms are available.
Jiangza Hot Spring is rich in radon and has therapeutic properties. It has been regarded as holy water by Tibetan people for many years. People with skin diseases, arthritis, rheumatism, cancer, and stomach problems can try it. However, it is definitely necessary to soak in it several times for it to be effective.
Horseback riding is a popular recreational activity in Langmusi. Visitors can ride horses to the sea of flowers and other attractions, or simply take a stroll around the town to experience the joy of riding. Both the established Langmusi Gesang Horse Team and newer teams like the White Dragon Horse Team offer this service.
It is an old horse team with complete routes and rich experience, but the price is relatively more expensive than other horse teams.
Address: Near the Sancha Road intersection of Langmusi Town, Luqu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Contact: (0941) 6671504; 13893991541
Reference price:
1. One-day tour to the source of Bailong River: 240-330 yuan/person
2. Two-day tour: 500-700 yuan/person
3. Three-day tour through the sea of flowers and climbing to the summit of Huagai Mountain (summer): 750-1050 yuan/person
4. Five-day tour into the heart of Gahai Lake (book one week in advance): Peak season (July 1st to August 25th and October 1st to 6th) 2550-3450 yuan/person; off-season (April to June 30th and August 26th to November) 2200-2950 yuan/person
At the Western Tourist Ranch, you can rent an off-road vehicle and drive deep into the grassland to feel its beauty, or ride a horse to experience the life of herdsmen, drink yogurt, eat roasted whole lamb, go horse racing with your companions, or watch a Tibetan Guozhuang dance evening to experience the life of herdsmen in depth.
Address: 3 km northwest of Ruoergai County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province
Fees: Tibetan evening party 160 yuan/person (120 yuan/person if booked in advance), horseback riding 20-30 yuan/circle
Transportation: Take a taxi from Ruoergai County