Travel Tips for Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences

• Opening hours: 8:00–18:00, latest entry at 17:00. • Ticket price: CNY 80 per adult. Tickets can be purchased through the "Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences" mini program, official account, or major travel apps. • Park zones: Divided into the East Zone and the West Zone. The West Zone is a themed garden with many specialized plant areas. The East Zone is a primitive tropical rainforest, including the Green Stone Forest Scenic Area and the Tropical Rainforest Scenic Area. Transportation Guide • Self-driving: Navigate to "West Gate of Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences". It is about 70 km from Jinghong City, a drive of 1–1.5 hours. • Direct shuttle bus to the scenic area: Many travel service centers in Jinghong City provide pick-up and drop-off services, which can be booked through online mini programs. • Public transportation: Take a bus from Jinghong City Passenger Station to Menglun Town, and then walk to the scenic area after arriving in Menglun Town. Tour Route • West Zone: West Gate → Shade Plant Garden → Aquatic Plant Garden → Palm Garden → Banyan Garden → Garden of Exotic Flowers and Herbs → Baihu Garden → Arboretum → Garden of Celebrities and Famous Trees → National Tree and National Flower Garden. • East Zone: West Zone Tourist Center → Green Stone Forest Station → Tropical Rainforest Station → Return to West Zone. Must-See Attractions • Aquatic Plant Garden: There are huge Victoria water lilies. You can experience taking photos while sitting on the water lilies from June to October. • Banyan Garden: You can see strangler figs, single trees forming a forest, and other unique landscapes. • Baihu Garden: There are many kinds of flowers and a colorful hot air balloon, perfect for taking pictures. • Palm Garden: There are more than 400 kinds of palm plants, where you can take jungle blockbusters. • Tropical Rainforest Scenic Area: You can see strangler figs, buttress roots and other classic rainforest plants, as well as large tree waterfalls. Other Information • Dining: There are restaurants and snack stalls in the park, where you can taste bamboo rice, pineapple rice and other special delicacies. You can also bring your own food. • Accommodation: There is the Wanglian Hotel in the park, which is convenient for playing in the morning and evening. The prices of nearby homestays are relatively affordable. • Precautions: Bring mosquito repellent, sunscreen, sun hat, etc.; wear light and comfortable shoes and clothing; abide by park regulations, and do not pick or trample plants at will.