Trekking in Tengchong Gaoligong Mountain: Step into the Pristine Moss Forest

Trekking in Tengchong Gaoligong Mountain: The only route where you can step directly into the pristine moss forest. Finally found it—walk the least distance and see the most stunning scenery! Highlights of the itinerary: ✅ Direct access: Moss Forest/Jurassic Secret Realm ✅ Open the car door and step into a Jurassic-like secret realm forgotten by time. The entire forest is covered in thick moss. Feather moss adorns the branches like emerald feathers, while gray moss cloaks the rocks in a soft, fuzzy coat. Every inch of tree bark and every stone is redefined by moss, and even the sound of footsteps is absorbed by this soft green universe. Detailed Itinerary: 8:10 AM: Pickup from Tengchong City or Heshun Ancient Town main gate 8:45 AM: Arrive at Sujiangpo to view the sea of clouds (winter season) 9:40 AM: Enjoy Tengchong's specialty beef rice noodles (fresh soup, tender meat) 9:55 AM: Receive trekking gear such as bottled water, trekking poles, raincoats, etc. 10:05 AM: Arrive at the western section of Gaoligong Mountain, Langya Mountain. Warm-up for trekking and step directly into the moss forest, Jurassic secret realm, tropical rainforest, alpine meadows, seasonal rhododendrons, ancient trees in the pristine forest, and rare plant species along the ridge. Take photos and explore. (Small loop: 3KM, Medium loop: 6KM, Large loop: 9KM; Trekking duration: 2-5 hours) 1:20 PM: End of trekking. Take a boat ride to Langya Island and enjoy activities at the Langya wooden cabin: sunset viewing, coffee tasting, photography, and a barbecue lunch. Note: No boat rides during the dry season. 2:20 PM: Relax in the hot springs to wash away travel fatigue. 5:00 PM: Return to the city and end the journey. End times are for reference only: 3KM route: 4:20 PM 6KM route: 5:20 PM 9KM route: 7:00 PM Note: The 3KM, 6KM, and 9KM routes offer diverse options suitable for families, nature education, plant enthusiasts, middle-aged and elderly individuals, and trekking enthusiasts. Elevation gain: 300 meters Starting elevation: 2750 meters Highest elevation: 3050 meters The entire route features gentle slopes and dense vegetation, making it a natural oxygen bar.