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I prefer this super beautiful hike to Antarctica

🌄Explore the secret place of Yunnan's niche - Haba Snow Mountain and Black Sea Lake🌄 To the south of the colorful clouds, there is a little-known human wonderland hidden - Haba Snow Mountain and Black Sea Lake. Compared to the famous Antarctica, this place is like a paradise, undisturbed by the turbulent crowds, retaining nature in its truest and purest form. The snow-capped mountains tower into the sky; the forests are lush and mysterious; the lakes are as clear as mirrors, reflecting the sky and the earth; the meadows are green and endless, and every scenery is quiet and beautiful. 🗺【Three-Day Hiking Fantasy Journey, Open Your Mind and Wonderful Journey】 📍Day 1: From Lijiang or Shangri-La, fly all the way through the majestic Tiger Leaping Gorge. The rushing river water is like thousands of horses galloping, roaring through the canyons, stopping there to freeze the highlight photos of your life. At around 2pm, bid farewell to Tiger Leaping Pass and head towards Haba Village, eventually arriving at Dera Ranch (tent camp). When night falls and stars are dotted, the camp will hold a lively barbecue party. Everyone gathers together and shares the anticipation and joy of the journey. At 3650 meters above sea level, the air is filled with the freedom of the wilderness. 📍Day 2: At 9am, we set off to welcome the morning sun and hike towards Lanhua Ping. 4 km journey, probably take 2 - 3 hours, along the way is pleasing to the eye natural scenery, although the footsteps are slow, but the heart is intoxicated. Upon arrival, a hearty barbecue with ice-cold beer awaits everyone to quickly recharge their exhausted bodies. After eating and drinking, continue towards the Black Sea Lake at an altitude of 4300 meters above sea level, after a 5km trek and 1km down to embrace the fantastic Black Sea Lake. The mangroves of Black Sea and Lake, a celebrity, are particularly eye-catching against the snow-capped mountains and lakes. Afterwards, return to the warm Lanhuaping along the original route. The campsite is well-equipped with mobile signal coverage so you can stay connected to the outside world at all times; clean flush toilets, 24-hour hot water supply, and a convenient store to meet all your daily needs. The elevation is just right, comfortable and pleasant, and the cabin is even more a great place to keep warm, accompanied by the chirping of insects and birds, for a good night's sleep. 📍Day 3: Take a comfortable sleep in the middle of this mountainous area, so that your body and mind are thoroughly relaxed. Around noon, pack your bags and hike back to Deira Ranch before embarking on the return journey to end this memorable hike. 📸【Beautiful photo spot, freeze-frame stunning moment】 1. Black Sea Lakeside: The lake is like a huge sapphire, crystal clear, perfectly reflecting the towering snow-capped mountains and lush forests. Wear brightly colored clothes, stand by the lake, click, the photos can definitely dazzle the circle of friends, garner countless likes. 👗 2. Alpine meadow: The green grass is like a soft carpet, spreading out into the distance, ending with rolling snow-capped mountains. Here, there is no need to pose deliberately, just stand casually, it is a blockbuster of cinematic texture, every frame is written with poetry. ❀Azalea Valley: When the flowering season comes, azaleas bloom all over the mountains and fields, like pink clouds floating down the mountains, gurgling streams meandering through, playing the music of nature, being in it is like walking into a fairy tale world. Black Sea Lake: Not inferior to Antarctica, it combines the softness of the lake, the magnificence of the snow-capped mountains, the romance of the sea of ​​​​flowers, and the freshness of the meadow. ❤[Tip to escort a worry-free journey] 1. This hike is still in a pristine undeveloped state with scarce signals along the way. Some sections of the road require wading through water, and mites appear from time to time, and the forks are not clearly marked, so it is crucial to hire a guide who is familiar with the local road conditions, who will take you to avoid risks and smoothly explore the beauty. 2. The whole hiking climb is relatively high and the distance is relatively long, which is quite challenging for beginners. If you are not strong enough, you can choose to ride a horse instead of walking. You can enjoy the scenery along the way and relax. 3. Preventing high altitude sickness is a top priority when you are in high altitude areas. Never be aggressive and engage in strenuous exercise. Slow down, move forward slowly, stop and rest more, and let your body adapt slowly. 4. The wind at the top of the lakeside is strong, the temperature does not exceed 15 degrees all year round, warmth, rainproof, windproof equipment is essential. Prepare thick jackets, waterproof raincoats, and windproof scarves to enjoy hiking to the fullest without fear of wind and rain.
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Posted: Apr 4, 2025
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