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A series of terraced turquoise calcified pools flows around bare trees across 四川, China.
A traditional building stands among shallow pools in Sichuan’s Huanglong Scenic Area, surrounded by distant mountain slopes.
Layered turquoise calcite pools lead toward a traditional temple beneath snow-capped mountains in Sichuan scenic area.
A traditional Chinese temple stands amid snow-covered forest and mountains in Sichuan, showing the scenic winter landscape.
In 四川, blue terraced mineral pools spread across a valley, with sections covered by ice and snow.

Sichuan Huanglong Scenic Area Ticket | Visit the Secret Realm of the Earthly Fairyland

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  1. Breathtaking natural wonder: Home to the world's largest and highest-altitude open-air travertine pool complex. The mineral-rich water displays vibrant shades of blue, green, and yellow, creating a picturesque landscape alongside snow-capped mountains and forests.
  2. Convenient entry: Simply present your passport at the visitor center to collect your ticket and enter the park.
  3. Rich variety of attractions: Includes iconic spots such as the Five-Color Pool, Zhaga Waterfall, and Munigou. The classic 'cable car up, hike down' route allows you to take in the core scenery while balancing comfort and sightseeing.
  4. Year-round destination: Experience the fresh greenery of spring, the cool retreat of summer, the vibrant autumn foliage reflecting in the colorful pools, and the enchanting snow-covered landscapes of winter, with each season offering a unique experience.
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Ticket typeE-ticket (requires redemption), Reserve on your own
Attraction typeEcology & conservation
Natural sceneryWaterfalls, Mountains, Forests
Tour typesNone
Additional service & facilityBarrier free, Luggage Storage, Transfer included, Fast Track

Product Info

🌟 Product Introduction

Huanglong Scenic Area in Aba, located in Songpan County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, is a well-preserved plateau wetland and a World Natural Heritage site in China.

The scenic area covers a total area of 700 square kilometers with an altitude ranging from 1,700 to 5,588 meters. It is only 100 kilometers away from Jiuzhaigou, making it convenient to visit both locations together.

The core area features over 3,000 colorful pools, centered around unique and vibrant surface travertine landscapes. It brings together numerous attractions such as Huanglong Valley, Five-Color Pool, Golden Sand Pavement, and Huanglong Middle Temple, earning it the reputation of a 'fairyland on earth'.

Simply present your passport or other valid identification to scan and enter the park, skipping the hassle of queuing for tickets and enjoying a convenient travel experience.

✨ Key Highlights

Stunning Natural Wonders

Home to the world's largest and highest open-air travertine pool group. The pool water displays various colors like blue, green, and yellow due to minerals, creating a picturesque landscape with snow-capped mountains and forests.

Convenient Entry Experience

You must go to the visitor center to present your passport to collect your ticket for entry.

Rich Combination of Attractions

Covers iconic spots such as the Five-Color Pool, Zhaga Waterfall, and Munigou. The classic 'cable car up + hike down' route allows you to fully enjoy the core scenery while balancing comfort and sightseeing.

Suitable for All Seasons

Spring is fresh and green, summer is cool and refreshing, autumn features colorful forests reflecting in the pools, and winter offers a unique charm with snow-covered landscapes. Each season provides a distinct experience.

📌 Scenic Area Details

The scenic area is famous for its 'four wonders': colorful pools, snow-capped mountains, canyons, and forests. Combined with shoals, ancient temples, and local customs, it forms a unique 'seven wonders' landscape.

✅ Core Attraction —— Five-Color Pool: At an altitude of 3,576 meters, hundreds of colorful pools are spread out, shimmering like glazed glass under the sunlight.

✅ Must-visit photo spot —— Golden Sand Pavement: The world's largest surface travertine shoal, a 1,300-meter-long flow that looks like a golden river under the sun.

📝 Travel Tips

It is recommended to set aside 3-4 hours for your visit. Choosing the 'cable car up + hike down' route saves energy while allowing you to enjoy attractions along the way, such as the Zheng-yan Pool and Huanglong Ancient Temple.

The scenic area is at a high altitude; it is recommended to bring sunscreen and warm clothing. Those sensitive to altitude sickness may want to prepare an oxygen canister.

Suitable for: Photography enthusiasts capturing light and shadow wonders, family tourists enjoying nature and leisure, and in-depth travelers exploring plateau wetlands.

Purchase Notice

I. Reservation and Park Entry Regulations

Real-name online ticket booking: The scenic area implements a full online real-name system.

Documents and Entry Procedures: Present your passport or other valid documents at the visitor center to collect your ticket and then scan the QR code to enter the park; the ticket and the cable car ticket are combined into one code, eliminating the need for separate redemptions, making travel more convenient for cross-border tourists at Huanglong Scenic Area.

Operating hours for reference (subject to the announcement of the year).

Main scenic area admission: 7:30–16:30 (ticket sales stop) Huanglong Scenic Area.

Cable car uphill: Tickets go on sale until 17:00, closing time is 17:30 at Huanglong Scenic Area.

Mouni Valley Zhaga Waterfall: 9:00–17:00; Erdaohai Scenic Area (December 1, 2025–May 31, 2026) is closed for conservation and temporarily closed.

II. Prevention and Management of Altitude Sickness

Pre-trip preparations: Take altitude sickness medication, Rhodiola rosea, etc. 1-3 days in advance (effects vary from person to person); avoid catching a cold and bring commonly used medications.

Upon arrival, please note: Avoid strenuous exercise and slow down your walking pace; there are 7 free oxygen bars along the scenic route, and those sensitive to altitude sickness can bring portable oxygen cylinders (available for purchase in the scenic area). Huanglong Scenic Area.

Treatment for discomfort: If you experience severe discomfort such as headache, shortness of breath, or nausea, stop your tour immediately and go to the oxygen bar to rest, or contact staff or call the emergency number 0837-7249120 (Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture)...

Recommended groups: Individuals with pulmonary heart disease, poorly controlled blood sugar/blood pressure, or underlying conditions such as coronary heart disease should exercise caution when visiting.

III. Equipment and Itinerary Recommendations

Essential items: sunscreen (SPF50+), warm jacket, rain gear, and non-slip hiking shoes; the high altitude makes it dry, so it is recommended to bring lip balm and moisturizer.

Itinerary planning

Single ticket: Suitable for those with good physical fitness, the entire hike takes about 4 hours, and you can stop and take photos at your leisure.

Ticket + Cable Car: The cable car goes directly to the high-altitude area, saving energy. It is recommended to take the cable car up the mountain and then hike down the mountain. The whole trip takes about 3-4 hours.

Other tips: Bring a small amount of cash (some stalls only accept cash); download offline maps in advance (signal is weak in some areas).

IV. Safety and Civilized Tourism Guidelines

Safety Precautions

Wear non-slip shoes, walk carefully on rainy, snowy, or icy roads, and do not run or crowd on boardwalks to avoid falls and injuries.

The elderly, children, and people with mobility impairments must be accompanied by someone and should not climb over the boardwalk or approach the edge.

Pets are strictly prohibited from entering the park; they can be stored at the visitor center. Flammable and explosive items are also prohibited in the Huanglong Scenic Area.

Civilized Conduct Rules

Smoking and open fires are prohibited in the wild; please take your trash with you and do not litter in the Huanglong Scenic Area.

Travertine landscapes are fragile and non-renewable. Please do not trample on them, graffiti them, break branches or climb trees, and do not leave the boardwalk.

Respect local customs, do not disturb wild animals, and do not feed them.

Reminders

  • Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women

How to Use

Visitors must present their passports at the visitor center to collect their tickets and enter the park.

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present your passport on-site

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