Yubeng Village

Address Yunling Township, Deqin County (Base of Meili Snow Mountain), Shangri-La, Yunnan

Hours Open 24 hours (Off-road vehicles operate during daylight hours only)

Phone Not applicable

Announcement: World-Class Trekking

Entrance ¥55

Hours Open 24 hours (Off...

Best Season September to Novem...

Time needed 3–5 days

Last visit: Jul 21, 2026

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Yubeng Village Overview

An isolated, fairy-tale Tibetan village hidden in a valley at the foot of the Meili Snow Mountain. Completely inaccessible by paved roads, it is a paradise for serious trekkers and spiritual pilgrims seeking pristine glaciers, sacred waterfalls, and untouched Himalayan scenery.

Yubeng Village Opening Hours & Tickets

Open 24 hours (Off-road vehicles operate during daylight hours only)
Best season: September to November for clear skies and stunning autumn colors, or May to June for blooming rhododendrons. Avoid the July-August monsoon season due to mudslides.
Ticket note: Requires the Meili Snow Mountain National Park combo ticket. The off-road vehicl...

Essential Yubeng Village Visitor Information

Enquiries: Not applicable
Basic Tibetan guesthouses
Small supply shops (hiking poles
snacks)
Local eateries
Off-road vehicle dispatch center (at Xidang village)

How to Get to Yubeng Village

From Shangri-La, take a 4-hour bus to Deqin, then a 1-hour taxi to Xidang Hot Springs. From Xidang, hike 6-8 hours into Yubeng or hire a local 4WD pickup truck.

Yubeng Village Travel Safety & Advice

Dial 110 or 120, but note that emergency rescue takes hours to arrive. Carry a robust first aid kit, blister pads, and altitude medication.

Practical Info

Yunling Township, Deqin County (Base of Meili Snow Mountain), Shangri-La, Yunnan
Open 24 hours (Off-road vehicles operate during daylight hours only)
Not applicable

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Tickets

Requires the Meili Snow Mountain National Park combo ticket. The off-road vehicl...

Online booking may be required

Tips

Foreigners must carry physical passports. Pack incredibly light; leave heavy luggage in Shangri-La or Deqin and only bring a 35L backpack. B...

Reality Check

Getting in requires either a grueling multi-hour hike over a 3,900m pass or an expensive, bone-rattling ride in a local off-road vehicle.
Accommodations are very basic; frequent power outages and lack of stable hot water are normal.
Not suitable for young children, the elderly, or anyone without good cardiovascular fitness.