"Heaven on the left, Yubeng on the right" – The ultimate dream for hikers, a hidden village beneath Meili Snow Mountain

After falling in love with Yubeng for 7 years, I've compiled this heartfelt guide🍃

【Highlights】
✨Best viewing spot for Meili Snow Mountain
✨Paradise route for hiking enthusiasts
✨In-depth Tibetan cultural experience
✨Primitive village like a utopia

📝My 3-day 2-night itinerary
DAY1:
- Carpool from Shangri-La to Xidang Hot Springs (~6 hours)
- Take an off-road vehicle into Yubeng Village (¥200/person)
- Check into a Yubeng guesthouse, recommend [Yubeng Renjiali] with super friendly hosts
- Watch the golden sunset over Meili Snow Mountain from the guesthouse terrace

DAY2:
- Hike to Ice Lake (~7 hours round trip)
Tips: Must rent a trekking pole as some sections are steep
- After returning, try yak hotpot at [Gesang Yunlang] restaurant with fantastic mountain views

DAY3:
- Hike to Sacred Waterfall (~4 hours round trip)
- Must depart village before 2pm
- Stop by Feilai Temple for panoramic views of Meili's 13 Peaks

💡Tips:
1⃣Book off-road vehicles in advance, especially during peak season
2⃣Basic accommodations - bring a sleeping bag liner
3⃣Essential gear: hiking boots + windbreaker + thermos
4⃣Best seasons: May-June & September-October

🍜Food recommendations:
✅Yubeng butter tea
✅Yak hotpot
✅Highland barley bread
✅Matsutake chicken stew

🚗Transportation:
2 daily buses from Shangri-La to Deqin
Carpool from Deqin to Xidang (~¥50/person)

Post by Bell~Samuel | Jul 13, 2025