Tiger Leaping Gorge (Shangri-La Section) / 虎跳峡(香格里拉段)

One of the world's deepest river canyons, located between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain. The Jinsha River rushes through the gorge with a drop of over 200m. The Upper Section is the main official scenic area with the famous Tiger Leaping Stone in the river center.

Tiger Leaping Gorge (Shangri-La Section) / 虎跳峡(香格里拉段)

Category

Nature

Why Visit

  • Experience raw natural power and dramatic scenery. The gorge offers one of the world's top ten classic hiking trails (Upper to Middle section) with stunning views of snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, and roaring river rapids.

Suggested Duration

2-3 hours

Best Visiting Time

April-June and September-October; avoid July-August landslide season

Suitable For

  • Adventure seekers, hikers, photographers, nature enthusiasts

Tips

  • To reach the Tiger Leaping Stone viewpoint, descend steep steps—elderly/children should take the sightseeing elevator (CNY 115). Middle and Lower sections have no official ticket but locals may charge CNY 15-20 maintenance fee. Hire a guide for multi-day hikes. Bring rain gear and sturdy boots.

Admission Type

Paid Ticket

Reservation Required

No

Price Estimates

Upper Section: CNY 45

Sightseeing elevator to river: CNY 115

Middle/Lower sections: CNY 15-20 (local maintenance fee)

Opening Hours

Upper Section: 08:30-17:30 (last entry 16:30)

Address (English & Chinese)

Tiger Leaping Gorge Town, Shangri-La City, Yunnan Province, China

云南省迪庆藏族自治州香格里拉市虎跳峡镇

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