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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Menglian [2025]
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Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
4.7
/5
14720 reviews
8.7
From AU$ 17.04
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
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Everyone says the West Garden is more worth visiting, but I prefer the East Garden, which is very photogenic. The tour guide Xiao Xiao was super patient and took care of everyone in the group. Although we were the only two people who went to the East Garden, he carefully introduced each plant and answered every question. The experience was great.
Dongyuan is worth a visit!!! You must hire a tour guide!!! Sister Hongdou's explanation is super patient and detailed!! It is definitely the most worthwhile attraction in Banna! She was always explaining for the entire 5 hours!!!
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Manting Imperial Garden
4.5
/5
13555 reviews
8.7
From AU$ 8.48
Based on 72 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
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The whole tour took about an hour. The experience was pretty good. I missed the elephant show but saw the parrot show. There were many young ladies taking photos in the park. It is still worth visiting the park.
I didn't really miss the sightseeing trip, and the crowds weren't too large, so overall it was a good experience. It was quite enjoyable. You don't need to take the sightseeing bus to enter the park; renting an electric car inside the scenic area is more practical. The price wasn't too expensive either.
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Wild Elephant Valley
4.3
/5
9044 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 12.36
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
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Wild Elephant Valley is a bit far from downtown Xishuangbanna. We drove there, and while the parking lot wasn't very busy, finding a spot wasn't difficult. There's also a shuttle bus from the downtown visitor center, and round-trip tickets are quite affordable. While you can't see wild elephants in the Wild Elephant Valley, there are performances by trained elephants. These elephants have experienced the world and aren't afraid of people. The performances consist of just a few simple moves.
The main attractions in Xishuangbanna are definitely worth visiting, but if you go more than once, it won't be that interesting. Seeing wild elephants is practically impossible, with so many people walking around, the elephants will smell people from a distance and won't come over. But it's nice for city dwellers to take a walk and experience the natural world.
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Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park
4.3
/5
5761 reviews
8.3
From AU$ 9.15
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
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The park is beautiful with great stops along the way. We paid to use the battery car between stops but could see many interesting points of interest along the walkway up. The staff were very helpful to point us where to go when we looked lost as non-chinese speaking tourists. I would highly recommend this attraction.
You have to buy a ticket that includes a shuttle bus. It's a long way to walk by yourself. There is no explanation on the ticket purchase page. You can only watch the peacocks flying at the foot of the mountain, and the rest are all on the mountain. After entering the door, sit in this restaurant by the river and you can watch the peacocks flying.
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Xishuangbanna Dai Garden
4.4
/5
4250 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 4.09
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
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Xishuangbanna Dai Garden is located in Ganlanba, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province. It is a national 4A-level tourist attraction and the only folk eco-tourism attraction in Xishuangbanna that showcases the history, culture, religion, sports, architecture, living customs, clothing, food, production and life of the Dai people.
The most unmissable experience at the Xishuangbanna Dai National Park is the lush greenery feast in a Dai bamboo house! Not only can you see authentic Dai architecture here, you can also savor authentic Dai cuisine. The bamboo houses are scattered throughout the park, each with its own unique charm. Living in one of them feels like immersing yourself in the daily life of the Dai people.
[Scenic Drive] Starting from Gaozhuang, the first half of the drive follows the emerald Lancang River, shaded by trees. The second half passes through several Dai villages, each imbued with a unique ethnic atmosphere. Approaching Manyuan Village, you'll encounter vast banana groves and, depending on the season, pineapple fields, creating a breathtaking scenery all along the way.
👍[Village Features] The houses in Manyuan Village are wooden stilt houses, with the first floor suspended in the air and the second floor for living. Each household is filled with flowers and succulents. The roadside trees, including papaya, sugar apple, jujube, and apple date, line the streets. The villagers are very down-to-earth, and the fruit they sell at the stalls is all homegrown. While slightly more expensive than at the farmers' market, it's much cheaper than tourist areas like Gaozhuang.
⭐️[Village Heart] Every Dai village has a village heart, around which the village's architecture and planning are centered.
🏯[Temple] Every Dai village has a temple. The temple in Manyuan Village is quite impressive, with beautiful Theravada Buddhist architectural style. For reasons of privacy, I only took photos of the temple's exterior and didn't go inside to pay my respects.
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Jinuo Mountain Rainforest Hiking
4.8
/5
642 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 19.15
>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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Our guide, Mu Layou, was fantastic! He took us on a whirlwind of fun, including eating wild fruits and sour ants. He was incredibly strong, lifting us high and pushing us back down on the swings each time. It was incredibly thrilling. Afterward, he immediately arranged for us to eat. The barbecue, chicken, and fish were all delicious. It was a truly special experience!
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and discover nature on a hike in the Jinuo Mountain rainforest.
The total distance is 5 kilometers, 2 kilometers by land and 3 kilometers by water.
Along the way, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the rainforest's flora, fauna, environment, and ways of life.
Dressed in a "savage costume," we experienced rainforest river tracing, high-altitude swings, tree abseiling, archery, and a rainforest feast, including sour ants and wild Sanya fruit (Banna's version of mangosteen).
For families with young children (under 10 years old), we recommend booking a private tour with an experienced indigenous guide, who can provide one-on-one support for the children.
Summary: Recommended family itineraries
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Pu'Er Sun River Forest Park
4.6
/5
1512 reviews
7.8
From AU$ 21.28
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608793027888
Address: Simaogang Town, Simao District, Pu'er 665008, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Tall ancient trees & lush evergreen forest
360° forest view canopy walk
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The staff were excellent, with dedicated guides for each animal area. You could get up close and personal with the red pandas. The forest environment was beautiful, the air was fresh, and the path was easy to walk on. However, there were many steps, so wear sneakers.
The scenic area's route is well-designed: first enter by electric car, then hike 1.8 kilometers, and then return by electric car. We spent two hours walking, stopping, and enjoying the scenery without feeling tired. The service was excellent, with staff actively guiding and explaining at every stop, answering any questions. The animal interaction fee was a reasonable 20 yuan per person.
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Meng Huan Shwedagon Pagoda
4.5
/5
2717 reviews
7.7
From AU$ 8.06
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8606922116199
Address: Mangshi, Dehong, Yunnan, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
76m hollow stupa & stunning views
Panoramic view of Mangshi
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Absolutely stunning! The gold-leaf-covered pagoda dazzles in the sunlight, the solemn shrines, the melodious chimes of the bells create a truly reverent atmosphere. This is a must-see treasure of faith and architectural art.
I came here to take pictures and check in, and I found the taste of my childhood, which was exactly like the Chengdu jelly I had when I was a child. Perfect! Unfortunately, I only remembered to take pictures after I finished eating! The store is clean and tidy! I also added egg shaved cakes and fried potatoes, and the squeezed juice next to it is also very delicious. The key is that when I see people outside hesitating for a long time about which one to eat, I want to pull them in 😂😂😂
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Xishuangbanna Mengle Cultural Tourism Area
4.3
/5
1724 reviews
7.7
From AU$ 18.55
Based on 10 reviews
Mannongfeng International Tourist Resort | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8606918998555
Address: Mangfeng Maple, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Panoramic view of Jinghong City
Mountaintop deck offers Jinghong views
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The tickets are quite expensive. There are a few performances inside which are OK. The number of people in the water splashing activity is not as much as that in the Dai Garden, but through the interaction of the host, I think it is more interesting. If you don't take the sightseeing bus, you need to climb 1,600 to 1,700 steps back and forth. People with good physical strength can consider it.
The Great Buddha Temple is located in Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, and is an AAAA-level scenic spot. Originally built in the Ming Dynasty, the ancient royal temple Jingpiao Buddha Temple was destroyed in the war in 1848 and rebuilt in 2005. The temple was built on the mountain, in the shape of a Buddha, and the gap is122.8 meters. It integrates South Buddhism and Yi culture. The core building Jingpiao Temple is magnificent, 49 meters high, symbolizing the Buddha's rule for 45 years. Open all year round, 120 yuan for tickets, it is a holy place and tourist attraction in southern Buddhism.
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Parashorea Chinensis Park
4.8
/5
2863 reviews
7.5
From AU$ 11.66
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8606918175906
Address: Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Mengla County
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Sky-piercing tree, 250 feet
Explore diverse wildlife & flora
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It is a park worth visiting. The tour route is: Peacock Release (wonderful) - Aini Village (Hani folk display, wishing bridge, folding wall and tile peeling, bamboo pole dance, folk dance) - Dahaipo - Monkey Park (close observation and feeding) - original tropical rainforest plank road. It is recommended to walk 8 kilometers round trip, which takes 3 hours. Children as young as 10 years old also find it playable and informative. The ticket price for two adults and one child is a little over 100 yuan, which is cost-effective. If you are not physically strong, you can buy transportation to the scenic area, which is about 40 yuan one way (average cost-effectiveness).
I didn't expect the canopy walk to be a separate fee, which was a bit pricey. However, it was still nice. 120 yuan was too much, 60 yuan per person would have been more appropriate. The photos I took weren't particularly special, but the aerial photography was okay, but it cost 90 yuan.
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