Situated just 50kms from the city of Jinghong in Yunnan Province, the large and beautiful Sanchahe Nature Reserve makes for an excellent daytrip.
Covering 1.5 million hectares, the Sanchahe Nature Reserve is dived into two parts, which are connected by a long cable car. Riding the aerial cable car is a fun and exciting way to see the nature reserve. Visitors to the nature reserve can along walk along elevated bridges for the chance to spot a range of wildlife including birds, butterflies, reptiles and monkeys.
The staff at the Sanchahe Nature Reserve also organize a number of interesting guided tours designed to show visitors the highlights of the area. These tours include a trip to the nearby Aini village, Dai village, traditional Bulang village and tea plantations. In order to get the most from the nature reserve, guests can hire a guide to take them on a trek. Most treks last for five or six hours and allow visitors an insider’s view of the area.
Those with money to spare can rent a bungalow in the treetops. This is the perfect place to spy on the nocturnal elephants that live in the Sanchahe Nature Reserve and also watch the sun set and rise through the trees.
Getting There & Away
Access is from Jinghong, where there is a large international airport. From the province capital, the journey can be completed by bus (40 minutes). Jinghong airport is connected to most of China’s major airports as well as international destinations such as Bangkok and Chiang Mai.