The July travel guide to Kanas in Xinjiang includes key points such as transportation, tourist routes, accommodation, clothing, and precautions.
Transportation:
Self-driving: It takes about 6 hours to drive from Karamay to Kanas. The road is winding, so please pay attention to safety. Self-driving vehicles are not allowed into the scenic area during peak seasons. They need to be parked in Jiadengyu, and then take the free shuttle bus to the entrance of the scenic area.
Public Transportation: You can leave from Burqin and drive or take a bus to the scenic area parking lot, then take a free bus to the Jiadengyu Ticket Office.
Tourist Routes:
If you only have one day, it is recommended to follow this route: Visitor Center → Fish Viewing Platform → Kanas Lake → Shenxian Bay → Moon Bay → Wolong Bay. If you have time, you can also visit the Old Village, then take the bus to Shenxian Bay, walk from Moon Bay to Wolong Bay, and then take the bus back to Jiadengyu.
If you have two days, you can go to Kanas Lake for rafting and yachting on the first day, and visit the Fish Viewing Platform and the Three Bays on the second day. If you also want to go to Hemu Village, it is recommended to stay in Jiadengyu on the first day and move to Hemu Village on the second day.
Accommodation:
Jiadengyu is a good choice for accommodation because it is close to the entrance of the scenic area and has many accommodation options, such as small villas, yurts, and hotels.
You can also choose to stay at Kanas Birch Forest RV Hotel to experience the charm of nature.
Clothing:
In July, the temperature in Kanas is moderate, but the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. It is recommended to wear light and breathable long-sleeved T-shirts and pants, and carry a windproof and waterproof jacket.
Comfortable hiking shoes are essential, as there are many walking sections in the scenic area.
It may be hot in the middle of the day, but it will be cooler in the morning and evening. Therefore, you need to adjust your clothing flexibly.
Precautions:
Taking a boat on Kanas Lake is not necessary. The shuttle bus stops operating at 8 p.m., so please pay attention to the time.
It takes about 2-3 hours to walk from Moon Bay to Wolong Bay. Wear comfortable shoes and allocate time reasonably.
The price of meals in the scenic area is relatively high, so be prepared.
Sunscreen and mosquito repellent measures should be taken.
In addition, Kanas also boasts rich ethnic cultures and historical relics. While enjoying the natural scenery, tourists can also deeply understand the local cultural background.
. I hope this guide can help you better plan your trip to Kanas.