The Blue Ice of Baisha Lake

Baisha Lake Travel Guide: Preparation - Documents: Bring your ID card and apply for a border pass, which can be done at the border detachment in Habahe County. - Clothing: In summer, prepare light and breathable clothing and a thin coat. In spring and autumn, bring a thick coat, sweater, etc. In winter, bring a down jacket, thick sweater, scarf, gloves, snow boots, and other warm clothing. - Other items: Prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, moisturizing skincare products, and common medicines, such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, motion sickness medicine, etc., as well as power banks, cameras, etc. Transportation - External transportation: If you are in Kashgar, Xinjiang, you can take a long-distance bus or drive along National Highway 314. The journey takes about 3 hours. - Internal transportation: There are shuttle buses in the scenic area, and you can also choose to ride a horse. Attractions - Baisha Lake: The lake is clear, surrounded by sand dunes, and snow-capped mountains in the distance. The scenery is picturesque. - Baisha Mountain: The white sand dunes by the lake are delicate and spectacular, contrasting with the blue lake. - Viewing platform: You can overlook Baisha Lake and the surrounding area. It is a great place to take photos. - Kazakh Folk Village: You can learn about Kazakh culture and lifestyle and experience unique folk customs. Travel routes - One-day tour: Enter the scenic area in the morning, go to the viewing platform to overlook the panoramic view, then stroll along the lake to enjoy the scenery, have lunch at the scenic restaurant, and in the afternoon, you can choose to take a boat tour or visit the Kazakh Folk Village. - Two-day tour: Arrive at the scenic area in the morning on the first day, visit Baisha Lake, Baisha Mountain, the viewing platform, etc., and watch the sunset in the evening. On the second day, visit the Kazakh Folk Village and experience outdoor activities such as horseback riding and hiking. Accommodation - Accommodation in the scenic area: There are yurts and cabins, but the number is limited, so you need to book in advance. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery up close. - Accommodation outside the scenic area: Habahe County or Altay City has more accommodation options, such as hotels and homestays, with more complete facilities. Food recommendations - Local specialties: Grilled lamb skewers, pilaf, big plate chicken, nang pit meat, etc. You can taste them in the scenic restaurant or restaurants in Habahe County and Altay City. - Special snacks: Roasted nang, yogurt lumps, milk skin, etc., are easy to carry and can be enjoyed at any time during your trip.