The Kanas autumn travel guide mainly includes the best travel time, itinerary planning, must-see attractions, and travel tips.
Best Travel Time: The best time to visit Kanas in autumn is from early September to mid-October. In early September, some leaves start to turn yellow, and the scenic area becomes colorful; in mid-to-late September, most leaves turn golden, entering the best viewing season for autumn colors in northern Xinjiang.
Itinerary Planning:
Seven-day Tour: Starting from Urumqi, you can visit Burqin, Hemu Village, Kanas Lake, Fish Viewing Terrace, and other attractions in sequence, experience the traditional dwellings of the Tuvans, hike or ride horses through the Birch Forest, and admire the magnificent autumn scenery of Kanas. A seven-day tour can provide a more comprehensive experience of the natural scenery and cultural customs of Kanas.
Three-day Tour: On the first day, visit Kanas Lake and Fish Viewing Terrace, feel the clarity and tranquility of the lake, and overlook the entire lake; on the second day, in addition to Kanas Lake, you can also visit Baihaba Village to experience the history and culture of the Tuvans; on the third day, head to Hemu Village to feel the folk customs and natural scenery.
Two-day Tour: You can arrange a trip to Kanas Lake, Fish Viewing Terrace, and a visit to a Tuvan household, enjoying the beautiful scenery of Kanas Lake and experiencing local ethnic customs.
Must-see Attractions:
Kanas Lake: The lake scenery is breathtakingly beautiful and is the core area of the Kanas scenic region.
Fish Viewing Terrace: An excellent spot to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas, with a broad视野.
Kanas Three Bays: Including Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay, they are scenic and have charming names.
Baihaba Village: A small village nestled in the primitive forest, it is serene and beautiful, where you can experience the traditional life of the Tuvans.
Hemu Village: Autumn in Hemu Village resembles an oil painting, with a golden filter applied by nature.
Travel Tips:
Climbing up to the Fish Viewing Terrace requires ascending 1068 steps. Please bring enough drinking water and wear comfortable sports shoes.
The shuttle buses stop at all three bays. Getting off and hiking to the viewing platforms will allow you to appreciate the best scenery of the ‘Three Bays’.
In the Birch Forest, you can ride horses and sing pastoral songs, or stroll slowly with a camera or mobile phone, both of which will be very pleasant experiences.
The above information can help you plan an unforgettable autumn trip to Kanas.