Tiger Leaping Gorge, located in Yunnan province, China, is one of the deepest and most spectacular river canyons in the world. It lies between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain, with a maximum depth of approximately 3,790 meters (12,434 feet). The gorge is part of the Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hiking Trails
High Trail
The High Trail is the most popular route for hikers. It offers stunning views of the gorge and the surrounding mountains. The trail takes 2-3 days to complete and passes through various guesthouses and small villages.
Lower Trail
The Lower Trail follows the Jinsha River and provides an up-close experience with the river and the sheer cliffs. This trail is less challenging and can be done in a single day.
Middle Gorge
The Middle Gorge trail is a more adventurous option, featuring steep descents to the river and opportunities to get close to the Tiger Leaping Stone, where legend has it a tiger leaped across the gorge.
Famous Guesthouses
Jane's Guesthouse
Located at the trailhead in Qiaotou, Jane's Guesthouse is a popular starting point for hikers. It offers basic accommodation, meals, and information about the trails.
Tea Horse Guesthouse
Situated along the High Trail, Tea Horse Guesthouse provides comfortable rooms and excellent views of the mountains. It's a great spot for an overnight stay.
Halfway Guesthouse
Halfway Guesthouse is known for its stunning panoramic views of the gorge. It is roughly halfway along the High Trail, making it a convenient stop for hikers.
Tina's Guesthouse
Located near the end of the High Trail, Tina's Guesthouse is a popular place to stay before heading to the Middle Gorge. It offers good food and comfortable accommodation.
Transport
Tiger Leaping Gorge is accessible from major cities in Yunnan province. Here are some ways to get there:
From Lijiang: Buses and private transfers are available from Lijiang to Qiaotou, the starting point of the gorge. The journey takes about 2-3 hours.
From Shangri-La: There are regular buses from Shangri-La to Qiaotou, taking approximately 4 hours. Private transfers are also an option.
By Car: If you prefer driving, you can rent a car and drive from Lijiang or Shangri-La to Qiaotou. The roads are well-maintained, and the drive offers scenic views.
Tiger Leaping Gorge in YunNan province lies 60 kilometers north of LiJiang and is part of the UNESCO 'Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan' World Heritage Site.
The gorge in gorgeous 4K by Milosh Kitchovitch ...
Join Tim and Glo at the world's deepest river gorge.
Count on two days for this hike, with a stay at a half-way guest house (book ahead).
Tiger Leaping Gorge, HǔTiào Xiá, lies about 100 kilometers (62 miles) north-west of LiJiang and is also 'near' Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (YuLong XueShan) and ShangRi-La (XiangGeLiLa; real name : Zuong DiAn).
Filmed during two days hiking in the Tiger Leaping Gorge.
At a maximum depth of approximately 3790 meters, from the YangTze River to mountain peak, Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest and most spectacular river canyons in the world.
Tiger Leaping Gorge lies between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and HaBa Snow Mountain. It is part of the Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas UNESCO World Heritage Site.
There are three trails along this deepest river gorge in the world - lower, middle and upper. The views are amazing and the experience truly unforgettable.
Tiger Leaping Gorge (虎跳峡 / HǔTiào Xiá) is a beautiful canyon on the JinSha River, a primary tributary of the upper YangTse River. It lies about 60 kilometers (38 miles) north of LiJiang in YunNan province, south west China and is part of the 'Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan' UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tiger Leaping Gorge is around 15 kilometers (9 miles) in length and passes between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain in a series of rapids below towering 2,000 meter (6,600 feet) cliffs.
This film shows part of the lower trail and the spot where legend says a tiger jumped the rapids at their narrowest point (some 20 plus meters).
The marathon routes around LiJiang. passing the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge.
This film is of the 2013 event which took place at the end of march (2013).
Filmed in spring 2012.
Tiger Leaping Gorge is a scenic canyon on the JinSha River (Golden Sands River), a primary tributary of the upper YangTze River. It is located 60 kilometers north of LiJiang City, Yunnan, in southwestern China. It is part of the Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas World Heritage Site.
Tiger Leaping Gorge is a contender for the world's deepest river canyon, depending on the exact definition used.
Yunnan province.
Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest canyons in the world and has a height of 3900m and is 17 km long. Normally the Tiger Leaping Gorge hike lasts for 2 days and you can start form either ends of the trail - Qiaotou or Daju. There are guesthouses on the trail.
A 5 day trip travelling to YunNan in South China.
Through KunMing and LiJiang to hike the beautiful Tiger Leaping Gorge ...
Tiger Leaping Gorge is a deep valley (canyon) on the YangTze River, located 60 kilometers north of LiJiang.
A dramatic gorge on the YangTse river.
Situated 60 kilometers north of LiJiang in YunNan province. The gorge runs for about 15 kilometers and has a number of spectacular hiking trails ...
