Jiuzhaigou is a natural wonderland - home to colorful lakes and forests, cascading waterfalls and snow-capped peaks, mysterious Tibetan villages and temples. Jiuzhaigou National Park offers countless opportunities for exploration, and we hope you'll create unforgettable memories in this magical paradise.
Tibetan is the main language spoken in the Tibetan villages in Jiuzhaigou, but because Jiuzhaigou was a tourism region, you'll often hear a lot of Putonghua(Standard Chinese) and Sichuanhua (Sichuanese) or other dialects while out and about.
Currency: CNY (¥). ATMs can only be found in some of the 5-star hotels, and most hotels, restaurants, and shops will accept Wechatpay and Alipay. Only 5-star and 4-star hotels accept credit cards.
There's no bad time to visit Jiuzhaigou. For pleasant weather, the best time to visit is in the springtime (April to June) and the fall (September to early November). Though if you are looking for the cheapest time to visit, January to the end of March is the best time to go.
If you're visiting Jiuzhaigou during the winter months (Dec, Jan, Feb), there's a chance it might snow! Pack enough layers to keep you warm while you're exploring and bring along your biggest coat!
Jiuzhaigou features 108 stunning lakes with crystal-clear waters rich in calcium carbonate. The lake beds are often visible even at significant depths.
Throughout different seasons, these lakes display an enchanting array of colors - from deep blues and turquoise to emerald greens and even russet and crimson hues, creating a natural kaleidoscope.
The valley boasts 17 spectacular multi-tiered waterfalls, each interconnected with the region's beautiful lakes, forming a mesmerizing network of cascading water features.
Home to over 2,000 plant species, Jiuzhaigou's forests are a testament to biodiversity.
During autumn, the landscape transforms into a spectacular display of reds, yellows, oranges, and browns, creating a magical forest wonderland.
Winter transforms Jiuzhaigou into a pristine wonderland, with majestic snow-covered peaks and stunning blue ice waterfalls.
The valley takes on a completely different character during the cold months, offering visitors a unique and breathtaking winter landscape.
Jiuzhaigou offers many wonderful cultural shows. The most famous one is the Zang Mi Tibetan Music and Dance Show.
The show tells a story about an elderly Ama pilgrimaging from Jiuzhaigou to Lhasa, and what she saw and heard. She sets off with only her pet sheep as companions and prostrates herself every 3 steps along the way.
Anyone who has seen Tibetan pilgrims will be moved by such devotion. The show begins at 19:30 every evening at Jiuzhaigou Zangmi Grand Theatre.
Some hotels or Tibetan families offer wonderful bonfire parties, giving you a unique opportunity to enjoy time with locals: you can eat and drink together, learn to sing Tibetan songs with traditional instruments, and learn the Tibetan dance - Guozhuang.
The notable local food and drink include: milk products, highland barley wines, Yak meat, Zanba (a kind of glutinous potato cake), and so on.
The best way to get to Jiuzhaigou is by air via Chengdu, Chongqing, Xian, Guangzhou, Beijing and Shanghai.
There are no hotels or commercial accommodation inside the park.
There are a number of 5 star, 4 star and 3 star hotels just near the main entrance to the park or Zhangzha Town.