If you plan to visit Kanas in May, it is recommended to allocate 3-5 days to focus on visiting attractions such as Kanas Lake and Hemu Village. Remember to bring warm clothing and choose a suitable transportation mode.?
Itinerary Planning:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi and travel to Burqin County by plane or train. Then transfer to a scenic area bus to Kanas. After arrival, you can check into your pre-booked hotel or homestay, take a short rest, and adjust to the environment. In the evening, you can try local cuisine and participate in a bonfire party.?
Day 2: Focus on visiting Kanas Lake and admire the clarity of the lake water and the grandeur of the surrounding mountains. You can choose to take a boat tour or walk around. There are many hiking trails along the lakeside suitable for hikers. In the evening, you can take a walk along the lakeside and enjoy the sunset.?
Day 3: Head to Hemu Village to experience local life and visit the Folk Museum to learn about the local history and culture. Hemu Village is a small village full of ethnic customs, where you can get close to the local culture and lifestyle.?
Day 4: You can visit Baihu Lake or the Three Bays, where the scenery is equally breathtaking. Baihu Lake has clear water with the surrounding mountains reflected on its surface; the Three Bays attract numerous tourists with their unique natural landscapes.?
Day 5: Return trip. After breakfast, pack your luggage, check out, and leave. Take the scenic area bus back to Burqin County, and then take a plane or train back to Urumqi or other destinations.?
Essential Equipment and Precautions:?
In May, the temperature in Kanas is low, the climate is changeable, and snowfall is frequent. Therefore, it is recommended to bring a thick coat and warm clothing.?
In addition, you can also prepare some necessary items such as hiking shoes, sunscreen, and rain gear to cope with different weather and terrain conditions.?
Transportation Guide:?
There are multiple transportation options available from Urumqi to the Kanas scenic area, including planes, trains, and self-driving.?
To get to Kanas by plane, you can fly directly to Altay Airport or Kanas Airport, and then transfer to a car to go to Burqin or the Kanas scenic area.?
To get to Kanas by train, you can first arrive at the Altay City or Beitun City train station, and then take a taxi or a direct bus to Kanas.?
For self-driving tours, please note that private cars are not allowed to enter the scenic area during peak seasons. You need to park your car in the designated parking lot and then transfer to a shuttle bus to enter.?
During the tour, you can also taste local delicacies such as hand-grabbed meat and roast whole sheep, and experience the rich ethnic customs. At the same time, it is also important to protect the environment and respect local customs and traditions.?