A Babysitting-Level Guide to a 5-Day Whirlwind Trip to Xishuangbanna with Your Baby

Traveling with a baby is like being a commando. This time, I took my three-year-old on an adventure to Xishuangbanna. After five days, we were tired but happy. The scenery was beautiful, the baby was happy, and we also found a great restaurant. I recommend it to all parents! Five-Day Itinerary 🗓Day 1: Starlight Night Market - Thai Coconut Xiang, Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Golden Pagoda Branch ✈️Arrive in Xishuangbanna and check in to a hotel near Gaozhuang to rest. In the afternoon, take your baby to the Starlight Night Market. It's very lively with people coming and going, and the little one's eyes are wide open! There are all kinds of special little things. Buy her some small accessories and she will be very happy. In the evening, go straight to Thai Coconut Xiang, Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Golden Pagoda Branch. The location is easy to find, near the Golden Pagoda. As soon as you enter the store, you are greeted by the Southeast Asian style. The warm yellow lights and special decorations make you feel like you are in Thailand in a second. We ordered their signature dishes. The creamy yellow curry shrimp is a must-order. The rich milk aroma and curry are perfectly blended. The shrimp is fresh and chewy, and it is full of the curry's deliciousness. My daughter and I love it! There is also Thai seafood pineapple fried rice, which is full of ingredients. The sweetness of the pineapple, the salty aroma of the dried meat floss, the deliciousness of the seafood, and the soft and glutinous rice make the taste very rich. My daughter ate a large bowl by herself. The service in the store is also very considerate. The staff will help take care of the children and give them small snacks. 🗓Day 2: Manting Park - Dai Minority Park In the morning, go to Manting Park. It is really beautiful here, with red walls, green trees, and golden roofs. It is especially good for taking pictures. Dress your daughter in beautiful Dai clothes and take lots of beautiful photos. We also watched an elephant show, and the children clapped their hands excitedly. In the afternoon, go to Dai Minority Park to experience the joy of the Water Splashing Festival. Prepare a water gun for your daughter in advance and have fun. Although she was soaked all over, she had a very bright smile. We also visited the Dai bamboo building to learn about Dai culture. 🗓Day 3: Wild Elephant Valley Set off early to Wild Elephant Valley. Take the rainforest sightseeing cable car and overlook the rainforest. It's so shocking. Watch Asian elephants on the elevated elephant viewing trail. If you are lucky, you can also see wild elephant herds. Your daughter will be so excited. Participate in the elephant feeding activity. She carefully feeds the elephants bananas. It's so cute. 🗓Day 4: Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden Arrive at the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden in the morning. The exotic flowers and plants in the West District opened our eyes. My daughter was full of curiosity about various plants and kept asking questions. We hired a professional guide to explain along the way, which increased our knowledge. In the afternoon, take a walk in the rainforest in the East District to experience the magic of nature. 🗓Day 5: Primitive Forest Park Go to the Primitive Forest Park in the morning to watch the peacocks being released. Hundreds of peacocks fly out of the mountains and forests. The scene is spectacular. My daughter chased the peacocks, and her laughter echoed in the park. In the afternoon, we played jungle ziplining. I experienced it with my daughter. Although it was a bit exciting, she was very brave throughout the whole process and had a great time. 🍽Rich dishes: It combines the flavors of six countries, including Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar, which can satisfy the taste needs of the whole family at once. 💯Quality Assurance: The chef team is experienced, the ingredients are fresh, and the cooking is authentic. Every bite is super authentic. 🎈Kid-friendly: There are children's dining chairs and baby meals are also available. The staff are very enthusiastic about the children and the service is very considerate. 🌳Comfortable environment: The interior decoration is full of Southeast Asian style, spacious and bright, with comfortable seats, and there are also outdoor seats where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Gaozhuang while dining. Helpful Tips 1. Take sun protection and mosquito prevention measures in advance. The sun in Xishuangbanna is strong and there are many mosquitoes. Babies' skin is delicate, so protect it well. 2. When going out with children, prepare more snacks and water. Children may get hungry and thirsty when playing in the scenic area. 3. There are many people in the Starlight Night Market, so be sure to hold your child's hand tightly to avoid getting lost.