The Kanas individual traveler guide mainly includes transportation, accommodation, recommended visiting order and tips, etc.?
Transportation:?
Airplane: You can arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and then take a connecting flight to Kanas Airport, with a flight time of about 1 hour.?
Train: After arriving at Kanas Railway Station, you need to transfer to a bus to get to the scenic area. It is more convenient to first arrive at Burqin Station and then transfer.?
Car: There are direct long-distance buses from Urumqi, Burqin, and other places to Kanas Scenic Area, with a journey time of about 8 hours.?
Accommodation:?
Accommodation within the scenic area: It is recommended to stay at hotels or homestays within the scenic area, such as Kanas Mountain Lodge and Kanas Lake Resort, which can save travel time and immerse you in the beautiful scenery.?
Accommodation near the scenic area: Options such as Burqin International Hotel in Burqin County and Kanas Town by Kanas Lake are also good choices.?
Recommended visiting order and tips:?
Visit the Three Bays first: Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, and Shenxian Bay are the essence of Kanas. It is recommended to visit early in the morning to avoid the peak tourist flow and enjoy the tranquil beauty of the morning.?
Shenxian Bay: The widest stretch of the three bays, with morning fog shrouding the scenery, making it particularly enchanting.?
Moon Bay: The Kanas River forms a river bend with extremely curved and rhythmic beauty, making it an excellent spot for taking photos.?
Wolong Bay: Attracts tourists with its unique landform and clear lake water.?
Hiking experience: Starting from Shenxian Bay, passing through Moon Bay, and finally arriving at Wolong Bay, it’s about a 6-kilometer one-way hike with picturesque scenery along the way.?
Afternoon itinerary: You can visit Kanas Lake and take a cruise boat to experience the beauty of the lake up close; or head to the Fish Viewing Terrace and climb the stairs to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas.?
Notes: No shuttle buses leave the scenic area after 8 pm, please plan your time reasonably; during winter visits, please stay warm, choose waterproof and non-slip snow boots, and carry heated insoles, etc.?
In addition, you can visit the villages of the Tuwa people to experience their unique folk culture and cuisine.?
. During your visit, please pay attention to protecting the environment and respecting local customs and traditions.?