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Avatar Mountains,

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  • Sunday
  • 7 AM-7PM
  • Monday
  • 7 AM-7PM
  • Tuesday
  • 7 AM-7PM
  • Wednesday
  • 7 AM-7PM
  • Thursday
  • 7 AM-7PM
  • Friday
  • 7 AM-7PM
  • Saturday
  • 7 AM-7PM

8C8M+4WC, Wulingyuan District, Hunan, 42 Zhangjiajie, China

29°9′39″N 110°24′58″E / 29.16083°N 110.41611°E

 

Epic Hiking Tours in the Avatar Mountains, China 🏔️🌄

🌏 Introduction: The “Floating Peaks” of Zhangjiajie

Avatar Mountains – Step into a surreal world of towering sandstone pillars, mist-shrouded valleys, and lush forests in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park—the real-life inspiration for Pandora in Avatar. Our guided hikes reveal hidden trails, UNESCO-listed landscapes, and the rich culture of the Tujia minority.

Why Our Avatar Mountains Tour is Unique
  • Local Tujia guides who share folklore and secret viewpoints
  • Avoid crowds with early-access trails and off-peak routes
  • Photography stops at iconic spots like “Avatar Hallelujah Mountain”

⏰ Tour Options & Meeting Points

Sunrise Summit Hike

5:30 AM – Watch the pillars glow at dawn (limited group size)

Full-Day Adventure

8:30 AM – Includes Yuanjiajie + Tianzi Mountain

Glass Bridge Tour

1:00 PM – Hike + Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Bridge

📍 Meeting Point: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park East Gate (look for purple flags). Tours include park entrance fees.

🌿 Iconic Trails & Sights

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Yuanjiajie Scenic Area – The “Avatar” floating mountains (inspiration for Hallelujah Mountain)

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Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge – Walk 300m above the canyon (optional add-on)

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Tianzi Mountain Cable Car – Panoramic views with less effort

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Golden Whip Stream – Easy valley walk with monkey sightings

🗣️ Available Languages

🇬🇧 English
🇨🇳 Mandarin
🇩🇪 German (request in advance)

🍜 Beyond the Hike: Local Secrets

Tujia Culture

Try sticky rice cakes and learn about minority traditions in nearby villages.

Photography Tips

Best light: 6–8AM (mist) or 4–6PM (golden hour). Avoid midday haze.

Hidden Gems

Ask guides about Lao Wu Chang—a quieter trail with equal wow-factor.

💡 Essential Tips for Zhangjiajie

  1. Buy tickets online – Park limits daily entries (avoid sold-out days)
  2. Pack rain gear – Sudden showers are common in the microclimates
  3. Wear anti-slip shoes – Stone paths get slippery when wet
  4. Carry cash (RMB) – Rural vendors don’t accept cards
  5. Respect monkeys – Don’t feed them (they snatch bags!)

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US$33.26
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