One-Day Tour of Kumtag Desert in Shanshan
Xinjiang Tourism Consultation: (Same) 0991-8585456
Take the train from Urumqi to Shanshan North Station. Upon exiting the train station, there is a dedicated bus to Kumtag Desert for 2 yuan per person, which takes about 20 minutes to reach the scenic area.
Upon arrival at the scenic area, there are separate ticket offices for on-site purchase and online self-service ticket collection. Tickets cost 30 yuan, Route 1 of the shuttle bus costs 30 yuan, and Route 2 costs 35 yuan. You can purchase tickets separately or in combination with the shuttle bus. Options include tickets + Route 1 and Route 2, or tickets + Route 1 only. You cannot purchase tickets + Route 2 only.
Route 1 of the shuttle bus has a relatively short distance and can be reached in about 20 minutes by taking the shortcut. At the transfer station, there are items such as sandboarding and off-road vehicles for you to choose from. You can bring your own skateboard for sandboarding, while off-road vehicles and motorcycles are charged separately.
You can take Route 2 at the transfer station of the shuttle bus to continue your tour. Route 2 is relatively far away, but the scenery along the way is also very beautiful, with a continuous stretch of desert that is very spectacular.
At the terminal of Route 2, there are entertainment items such as gliders and camel rides.
You can stay overnight in the desert. If you bring your own tent, you only need to pay a 100 yuan site fee for one night. If you don’t have a tent, you can rent one there for around 380 yuan for three adult-sized tents.
There are performances around 9 pm. You can purchase a package ticket at the consultation desk at the entrance of the scenic area for 210 yuan, which includes multiple items.
Xinjiang Tourism Consultation: (Same) 0991-8585456