Camping

Camping

Sleep Under the Stars

May - September Moderate

Experience the wilderness of Western China through camping. From lakeside meadows to mountain bases, camping offers an intimate connection with nature's grandeur.

What to Expect

Wild Camping

Remote locations with no facilities

Glamping

Luxury tents with modern comforts

Stargazing

Minimal light pollution

Wildlife

Wake up to nature's sounds

Top Destinations

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Jiuzhaigou
4.9

Jiuzhaigou

UNESCO World Heritage valley

Sichuan Province
Jiuzhaigou Valley
4.9

Jiuzhaigou Valley

Crystal-clear lakes and colorful forests in a fairyland valley

Sichuan Province
Five
4.9

Five

Most colorful lake in Jiuzhaigou

Sichuan Province
Milk
4.9

Milk

Sacred high-altitude lakes

Sichuan Province
Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon
4.9

Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon

World deepest canyon

Tibet Autonomous Region
Jade
4.9

Jade

Majestic snow-capped peaks near Lijiang

Yunnan Province
Namcha
4.9

Namcha

Stunning Himalayan peak

Tibet Autonomous Region
Qinghai
4.9

Qinghai

China largest saltwater lake with stunning scenery

Qinghai Province
Xinduqiao
4.9

Xinduqiao

Photographers paradise

Sichuan Province
Erhai
4.9

Erhai

Beautiful highland lake surrounded by Bai villages

Yunnan Province
Basum
4.9

Basum

Sacred lake with island temple

Tibet Autonomous Region
Huangguoshu
4.9

Huangguoshu

China largest waterfall with spectacular views

Guizhou Province
Luorong
4.9

Luorong

Alpine meadow with sacred peaks

Sichuan Province
Pearl
4.9

Pearl

Famous waterfall from TV series

Sichuan Province
Tagong Temple and Grassland
4.9

Tagong Temple and Grassland

Tibetan temple on vast grassland

Sichuan Province
Longgong
4.9

Longgong

Underground river cave system

Guizhou Province
Tiger
4.9

Tiger

One of the deepest gorges in the world

Yunnan Province
Lulang
4.9

Lulang

Sea of forest in Tibet

Tibet Autonomous Region
Mugecuo Lake
4.9

Mugecuo Lake

Wild Man Lake in the mountains

Sichuan Province
Sangke
4.9

Sangke

Vast Tibetan grassland

Gansu Province
Shuzheng
4.9

Shuzheng

Series of terraced lakes

Sichuan Province
Wild
4.9

Wild

See wild Asian elephants

Yunnan Province
Mount
4.8

Mount

One of China Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains

Sichuan Province
Zhangye
4.8

Zhangye

Rainbow mountains with stunning colorful rock formations

Gansu Province
Binggou
4.8

Binggou

Ice Valley colorful landforms

Gansu Province
Wangtianshu
4.8

Wangtianshu

Rainforest treetop walk

Yunnan Province
Dianchi
4.8

Dianchi

Largest lake in Yunnan Province

Yunnan Province
Gongga Mountain Viewpoint
4.8

Gongga Mountain Viewpoint

Views of King of Sichuan Mountains

Sichuan Province
Karola
4.8

Karola

Accessible glacier viewpoint

Tibet Autonomous Region
Long Lake
4.8

Long Lake

Largest and highest lake

Sichuan Province
Midui
4.8

Midui

Accessible low-altitude glacier

Tibet Autonomous Region
Tianxing
4.8

Tianxing

Natural stone bridge and gardens

Guizhou Province

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Expert Tips

Permits

Some areas require camping permits. Check local regulations.

Leave No Trace

Pack out all trash and minimize impact on the environment.

Weather

Mountain weather changes rapidly. Be prepared for cold nights even in summer.

Wildlife

Store food properly to avoid attracting animals.

Essential Gear

4-Season Tent
Sleeping Bag (-10°C)
Sleeping Pad
Camp Stove
Water Filter
Headlamp

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