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Eoin and Aisling explore Zhangjiajie National Park over three days, arriving at the South Gate and buying a four-day pass priced at around £25 per person. They hike to Huangshi Village, then travel to the Tianzi Mountains by cable car and bus. A map and local advice help them find a scenic viewpoint. Their itinerary includes Fields in the Sky, Golden Whip Stream, the park’s tallest outdoor elevator and views of the rock formations associated with Avatar. They encounter monkeys, see a McDonald’s on a mountain and hurry to catch the last bus back to their accommodation.
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Starting at the South Gate
Eoin and Aisling arrive at Zhangjiajie National Park and buy a four-day pass for around £25 per person. Their three-day visit begins with a hike up the steps to Huangshi Village. They decide to walk rather than use a cable car for that section, trading convenience for the experience of the climb and its panoramic views. A large monkey they encounter along the route is relaxed around visitors.
They use a map from their accommodation and receive helpful advice about locations inside the park. The route continues to the Tianzi Mountains, with buses and cable cars providing different ways to move between areas. Cable cars can involve long waits, and the travelers compare their cost with the park entry fee.
Tianzi Mountains and park viewpoints
The second part of the trip includes a scenic location suggested by staff at their accommodation. They visit Fields in the Sky and see the towering formations associated with the Avatar films. A cable car ride offers another perspective, while a McDonald’s on a mountain adds an unexpected stop. The travelers use the park’s outdoor elevator to save time and energy.
The park is large, and travel between locations takes planning. They recommend leaving enough time when moving toward an exit, especially near closing time. At Golden Whip Stream, the route follows clear water and passes monkeys. They also visit a Giant Salamander Nature Reserve. A moment off the marked path leads to an unpleasant surprise, reminding them to watch where they step.
Catching the last bus
The final day is more relaxed, with time at the stream and the park’s distinctive natural formations. Their last challenge is getting back to the accommodation, where they race to catch the final bus. The video ends with their recommendation to include Zhangjiajie in a China trip.
Eoin and Aisling’s route uses hikes, buses, cable cars and the outdoor elevator. They advise allowing time for transfers and staying on marked paths.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: How much did the Zhangjiajie National Park pass cost?
- A: Eoin and Aisling bought a four-day pass for around £25 per person and spent three days exploring the park.
- Q: What are the transport options inside the park?
- A: Their route uses hiking, cable cars, buses and the outdoor elevator. Cable car tickets cost about twice as much as park entry, and queues can be long.
- Q: What helped them find a scenic viewpoint?
- A: A map and advice from their accommodation helped Eoin and Aisling find a location recommended by staff. They suggest allowing time to move between areas.
