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Zhangjiajie National Park: Avatar Mountains Exploration

What Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains Are REALLY Like!

Destination:ChinaProvince:HunanCity:Zhangjiajie
What Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains Are REALLY Like!
Rita Loves Travel37 min

What Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains Are. This was filmed by Rita Loves Travel. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

I visited the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park or also known as the Avatar Mountains Park and I'll tell you all about it - the good and the bad.

Chapters

00:00 - How is the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

01:19 - Transportation at the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

03:49 - Bailong Elevator in Zhangjiajie

05:29 - Bus rides at the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

06:46 - Food options at the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

08:08 - Zhangjiajie National Park view point

10:02 - Flying the drone at Zhangjiajie National Park

11:15 - How big is the Zhangjiajie National Park?

12:20 - The Avatar Mountains in China

12:59 - Taking pictures in the local outfit at the Zhangjiajie National Park

15:50 - What there is to see and do at Zhangjiajie National Park

18:42 - Natural Bridge at the Zhangjiajie National Park

19:47 - Red Ribbons at the Zhangjiajie National Park

22:11 - Food options at the Avatar Mountains

13:16 - Cable Car at the Zhangjiajie National Park

26:25 - He Long Park at the Zhangjiajie National Park

28:23 - Best routes at the Zhangjiajie National Park

33:15 - Return back to Wulingyuan District

--- Rita Loves Travel
February 7, 2025, Winter in China

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Rita Loves Travel explores Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, also called the Avatar Mountains, starting from Wulingyuan District. Her visit combines buses, the Bailong Elevator and cable cars with viewpoints, the Natural Bridge and red ribbons. She describes the stone pillars, some over 200 meters tall, and tries on a local outfit for photographs. Food is available around the park, including snacks, meals and a type of corn she compares to potato. The vlog covers ticket choices, two routes through the park, and the practical challenge of moving through a large visitor area. Rita notes that buses to the elevator come frequently, though they can be crowded and drive quickly. She also shares the park's summer hours and ticket-booking advice.

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What Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains Are REALLY Like!

Getting around the park

Rita Loves Travel visits Zhangjiajie National Forest Park for the first time, using Wulingyuan District as her starting point. She explains that buses connect parts of the park, and she also rides the Bailong Elevator and cable cars. The buses can be packed and the driving can feel fast, but they come frequently. Park transport and cable cars are included in some ticket packages. Visitors can buy tickets through WeChat or ask their hotel; individual tickets may suit budget travelers, while a tour pass can make planning easier. The old material recommends booking by 1 p.m. on the day before the visit and says summer opening hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; check current official timings before traveling.

Mountain views and stops

The Avatar Mountains are the main draw. Rita describes stone pillars rising more than 200 meters, with dense foliage across their sides. From different viewpoints she sees how large the formations are and tries to capture their unusual shapes. She also rents a local outfit for a photo session. Other stops include the Natural Bridge and He Long Park. Rita also flies a drone over the park to capture its scale and views. A place with red ribbons draws visitors who tie them while making wishes; a small shop nearby sells the ribbons.

Food and small practical details appear throughout the day. Snack and water stands are available inside the park, so Rita does not need to carry much. She samples a type of corn and mentions that meals are available as well. Clear signs and helpful staff make the route easier to follow, even for visitors who do not speak Chinese. The vlog also records the size of the park and the need to choose a route: the longer blue route is more popular, while the shorter pink route focuses on key sites. Rita's experience is a mix of transport, viewpoints, local dress, food and time at the park's natural landmarks.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What's the best way to get around Zhangjiajie National Forest Park?
A: Buses and cable cars are readily available and included in your ticket. The transport system is efficient overall, although the bus ride can be a bit bumpy and crowded at times.
Q: What are the food options like in the park?
A: There are many options, from snacks to full meals, so it is easy to find something during a visit. I even tried a type of corn that tasted like potato, which was an interesting snack.
Q: How much does it cost to enter the park?
A: The price depends on what you want to see and do. I bought a package for around 450 yuan, which included unlimited rides and access to the park for four days. Individual tickets are also available.
Q: What's the best route to take in the park?
A: The source lists banana-flavored Minion ice cream as a themed snack in Minion Land. The family also visits Super Silly Fun Land, where Stephen wins a fluffy unicorn prize.
Q: What's the significance of the red ribbons?
A: People tie the red ribbons while making wishes. A small shop there sells them, and the practice is a distinctive part of the visit to that area of the park.

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