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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Gengma [2025]
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Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
4.7
/5
14983 reviews
8.7
From PHP 662.81
Based on 89 reviews
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden.Chinese Academy of Scienc | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8606918715914
Address: 西双版纳傣族自治州勐腊县中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园-西门
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Electric vehicles connect the east and west areas
Firefly tours & night views
Saved by 459 users11587 positive reviews
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This botanical garden boasts a rich variety of species, offering both educational and entertaining experiences! It's highly worth seeing! Parents with children should definitely not miss it!! This package deal, which includes round-trip city access, entrance fee, and electric cart rides within the garden, is exceptionally good! The biggest surprise is the accompanying guide! She worked diligently and responsibly throughout the day, providing engaging and entertaining commentary. The price is truly excellent value! It's definitely best to book tickets through reputable websites!
This is a worthwhile attraction in Xishuangbanna, highly recommended. After all, it's a 5A-level scenic spot. It's also very convenient to get there by car.
Definitely take the sightseeing bus. Enter through the West Gate. Don't ask why! The whole trip took more than three hours.
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Manting Imperial Garden
4.5
/5
14021 reviews
8.7
From PHP 331.41
Based on 73 reviews
Manting Park/Ethnic Cultural Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8606912161061
Address: No. 35, Manting Road, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Enjoy ethnic song and dance performances in the evening
See beautiful peacocks up close
Saved by 339 users10307 positive reviews
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Great for taking photos, a must-visit in Xishuangbanna! Enter from Manting Temple and exit from Zongfo Temple. Experience Southeast Asian charm. The whole tour takes about two and a half hours. Worth a visit. Highly recommended!
Give the photographer a bonus! 🍗🍗🍗 I'm extremely satisfied!!! The makeup was also super exquisite, the photoshoot was enjoyable, the photographer was professional, the post-production was meticulous, and they communicated patiently. The final result far exceeded my expectations. Definitely a 100-star review! ❤❤❤
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Wild Elephant Valley
4.3
/5
9287 reviews
8.4
From PHP 480.54
Based on 73 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8606912431024
Address: Sancha River, Mengyang Town, Jinghong City, 36 km from Jinghong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–5 hours
Highlights:
Observe traces of wild elephants on the 4,000m trail
920m elevated walkway overlooks rainforest
Saved by 277 users6147 positive reviews
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Wild Elephant Valley was alright. We followed the travel guide on Ctrip, but didn't eat there. However, we did feed the elephants, so the experience was decent. Those who haven't tried it should give it a go. The butterfly exhibit was truly amazing, making it worth the trip. The rest of the area is similar to a zoo. Those who like flowers and plants might have a different experience; personally, I'm not a big fan of flowers and plants.
Although we didn't see any wild elephants, we were still very happy to see the domesticated Asian elephants. The educational performances at the elephant school were especially adorable, and the elephant dining hall allowed for a close-up view, which was a great interactive experience. The availability of tourist buses to Gaozhuang was also very convenient.
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Cangshan Mountain
4.5
/5
6734 reviews
8.4
From PHP 1077.06
Based on 337 reviews
Cangshan Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8608725365006
Address: Xiyinxian Road, Dali Ancient City, Dali, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
10 temples & 20 natural attractions
Unique geological landscapes displayed
Saved by 791 users3953 positive reviews
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The view from the mountaintop was decent, but the staff at the Zhonghe cable car station were incredibly rude. We came here to have fun, not to owe them money. Who are they trying to fool with their attitude? I suggest they make improvements.
The facilities are complete, the environment is nice, clean and hygienic, the service is good, and it's convenient to go anywhere. The surrounding environment is also very good. The cleanliness and hygiene are excellent, suitable for travel and business trips!
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Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park
4.3
/5
5924 reviews
8.2
From PHP 356.26
Based on 26 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8606912759888
Address: Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture is 8 km from the suburb of Jinghong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–5 hours
Highlights:
Cultural dance & Water-Splashing Festival
Peacock flight & Dai culture
Saved by 236 users3782 positive reviews
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Of all the places I visited in Xishuangbanna, this was the most satisfying. The scenery was beautiful, and one of the actors there even looked a bit like Li Qin. I recommend bringing extra clothes if you go in the morning, as it can get a bit chilly in the mountains. Also, don't take the sightseeing bus; hiking up and down the mountain in half an hour is very easy, and the natural oxygen bar in the mountains is much better for your health.
Take the shuttle bus back and forth to save your energy for the rainforest inside. There are shops selling goods at the rainforest entrance; when there are performances outside, walk through the shops to enter the rainforest and avoid the crowds. It's less crowded and quieter inside. There's a small intangible cultural heritage museum next to the entrance/exit that's worth a visit.
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Xishuangbanna Dai Garden
4.4
/5
4372 reviews
8.2
From PHP 158.25
Based on 81 reviews
Daizu Park Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8606912504601
Address: Xihan Garden, Jinghan City, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna (near Mangan Town)
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Experience Dai's warm welcome ceremony
Explore villages & pagoda stilt houses
Saved by 186 users2863 positive reviews
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Yunnan's hospitality is ingrained in its DNA. It's so beautiful and fun! We happened to catch the Water Splashing Festival, and joining everyone in the fun was incredibly enjoyable! Dai clothing and water splashing equipment are available for sale nearby, and there's also plenty of delicious food to enjoy!
The Dai Park is quite large, with many Dai villages integrated into one. Be sure to plan your visit carefully, as you won't be able to visit many areas after closing time!
The dance performances inside were very professional, and there were many peacocks to take pictures of. We found a restaurant to have lunch, the food was pretty good, and it was not far to walk in. The atmosphere of the water splashing activity was very lively, and it was worth a visit.
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The Chongsheng Temple And The Three-Pagoda Culture Tourist Area
4.7
/5
12603 reviews
8.1
From PHP 604.81
Based on 522 reviews
Dali Ancient City | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864009001558
Address: Southwest corner of the intersection of Santa Road and Wenbi Road, Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Three Pagodas Reflection Pond views
Perfect spot for tower reflections
Saved by 617 users5938 positive reviews
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Ha superado mis expectativas. El área escénica es preciosa. Merece la pena totalmente. Es muy grande, más de lo que esperaba. Muchos templos con jardines. Las pagodas impresionantes. Desgraciadamente una pagoda estaba en obras, aun así, la visita fue maravillosa. La recomiendo totalmente
The only 5A scenic area in Dali, a royal temple. A must-see in Dali. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't cooperating; it rained the whole time, so I didn't get to take any pictures of Cangshan Mountain. The exit layout of the scenic area is not very reasonable; I walked a lot of unnecessary paths.
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Jinuo Mountain Rainforest Hiking
4.8
/5
689 reviews
8.1
From PHP 1060.49
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8618088079194
Address: 西双版纳傣族自治州景洪市基诺族乡司土村委会司土老寨4号
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Rubber trees & bamboo vipers
See plants, streams, & waterfalls
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Friends, when you come to Xishuangbanna, don't just focus on the Starlight Night Market!
I just hiked the newly opened rainforest trail in Jinuo Mountain last year. Six hours of hiking, and my phone's photo album was completely full!
Wading through the clear stream in rain boots, you could pick up any stone in the water and smear it on your face.
There are swings at the beginning and middle, but the ones in the rainforest are even more thrilling. Swinging across the water so close to the surface, your screams were swallowed by the rainforest! No need for filters in the photos!
A special shout-out to our local Jinuo guide! A "walking encyclopedia": This flower spider used to make me jump three meters, but now I actually find it kind of cute; he even pulled out his own sour ants and urged us to eat them alive—they were so sour and addictive, and it was hilarious to see those who were too scared to try them grimacing at others!
The last part was simply divine! Climbing up the natural stream, grabbing vines and stepping on stones, it was a real-life wilderness survival game, but the guide was there the whole time, making it super reassuring! Having a picnic at a rest stop along the way and listening to the tour leader tell ancient stories of the Jinuo people is a much better experience than just visiting tourist attractions!
Overall, this rain hike was really great. I met a very, very good guide, a big brother from the Jino Mountain tribe, who took care of us throughout the whole process, showed us the way, explained, took us to catch crabs, play projects, and introduced us to their local characteristics. She was very simple and kind, and even gave us a big grapefruit grown in her own home. She was very warm-hearted. In short, she made me feel that the people here are very enthusiastic in all aspects. I will come again next time I have the chance. Highly praised.
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Heshun Ancient Town
4.5
/5
5480 reviews
8.1
From PHP 2468.94
Based on 57 reviews
Heshun Ancient Town | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8608755150010
Address: Heshunzhen, Tengchong, Baoshan, Yunnan, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Dragon Pool & ancient trees
Watch artisans make Tengchong paper
Saved by 106 users3165 positive reviews
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It's beautiful, and you could easily spend a week there exploring at your own pace. The food isn't great and is expensive; if you can afford it, eat in the city center. Any restaurant there is cheaper and tastier than those in the old town. You really should try the hot pot in Tengchong, but you might need to book in advance—it's delicious and very fresh.
A day trip to Tengchong Heshun Ancient Town is an unforgettable trip in Yunnan. I have been to many ancient towns in China. Only by seeing the kindness and enthusiasm of the people in the ancient town firsthand can I have a deeper understanding of the ancient town for a hundred years. After lunch in the ancient town, I took my little grandson to go shopping and passed a shop that made flower cakes. We took a look and thought about buying some to bring back to Beijing. The store encouraged us to buy more affordable, but we turned to think about it. We have to go around in the ancient town. It is really inconvenient to bring goods. I didn’t buy anything from his house. I suddenly heard the female boss of the store greet us. The camera that the little grandson was holding was put on the table of the store. I saw the boss sent the camera by himself. I was very embarrassed. The boss saw my mind and smiled at me. It doesn't matter if you buy it or not, integrity is the most important thing. My heart is warm... In the evening, we turned to the number of • Bookstore, took a break here, waiting for the tour guide to pick us up. At this time, I found that the mobile phone was out of power immediately, and I was very anxious, so I explained the situation with a gentleman in the store. People didn’t say anything, and took out the electric plug and let me charge immediately. This reminded me of a scenic spot in Yunnan. If tourists are not in the farmyard, they will not let them enter the hospital to take pictures. Very emotional. It also made me visit the family style cultural corridor in the morning, and have a more direct and deep understanding of the simple folk customs formed here.
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Rehai Scenic Area
4.6
/5
5365 reviews
8.1
From PHP 538.53
Based on 95 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608755133333
Address: Tengchong, Baoshan, Yunnan, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Hot springs egg & geothermal wonder
Over 20 hot springs including coffee pool
Saved by 191 users3223 positive reviews
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If you're elderly and can't climb, I wouldn't recommend this scenic area. The electric sightseeing vehicles have two stops uphill; the first stop allows for a short hike downhill, but the second stop leads directly to the large pot, which is really not very interesting. Personally, I thought the most interesting part was a short walk from Pearl Spring, where there was a heated stone bench and floor. Sitting on it was nice and warm, and taking off your shoes and stepping on your feet was also very comfortable. Since it's a hot spring area, why not provide tourists with an opportunity to experience the hot springs, even just to wash their hands or soak their feet? Anyway, I found the whole experience quite boring. It was very windy, and the electric sightseeing vehicle queue took an hour, even though it wasn't a holiday. It was infuriating!
The scenery is quite spectacular and worth a visit. However, the time spent queuing for the electric shuttle bus is enough to climb up the mountain yourself. On the way down, I decided to skip the shuttle bus and walk down. The scenery is definitely worth checking out; it truly is a wonder!
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