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Haba Snow Mountain / 哈巴雪山

Category

Nature

Why Visit

  • The perfect introduction to high-altitude mountaineering. Conquer a 5,000m+ peak with professional guides, experience glacial landscapes, and enjoy the warm hospitality of Haba Village. Also offers excellent trekking and horseback riding around Black Sea Lake.

Suggested Duration

3-4 days (including acclimatization and summit attempt)

Best Visiting Time

March-June and September-November (climbing season). Avoid July-August rainy season.

Suitable For

  • Adventure seekers, mountaineers, trekkers, experienced hikers

Tips

  • Summit attempt requires professional guide and proper gear (can be rented in Haba Village). Acclimatize for 1-2 days in Haba Village (2,700m). From Lijiang: bus to Haba Village departs 09:00 daily (CNY 40, 5 hours). No official entrance fee for the mountain, but climbing permits and guide fees apply (CNY 1,500-3,000 for full package).

Admission Type

Free

Reservation Required

No

Price Estimates

Mountain area: Free; Climbing package (guide, gear, permits, accommodation): CNY 1,500-3,000; Bus from Lijiang: CNY 40

Reservation Max.

Limited guide availability—book 1-2 weeks ahead in peak season

Opening Hours

All day (climbing typically starts at night for dawn summit)

Address (English & Chinese)

Haba Snow Mountain, Southeast of Shangri-La City, Sanba Town, Shangri-La City, Yunnan Province, China

云南省迪庆藏族自治州香格里拉市三坝乡哈巴雪山

Amaps Link

https://surl.amap.com/jOpn3yKx8O8

Baidu Link

https://j.map.baidu.com/4f/OIM

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