Huangshan Mountain Trip｜The most powerful mountain climbing guide in the universe‼ ️

As the saying goes, “After returning from the Five Mountains, you won’t look at other mountains; after returning from Huangshan, you won’t look at the Five Mountains.” Huangshan truly lives up to this praise—it’s breathtaking. Among the Three Mountains and Five Mountains, Huangshan and Huashan hold a special place in my heart ⛰️.

🗺️ One-Day Tour Suggestions (8-10 hours)

Peak season draws huge crowds, so you’ll likely need to choose between exploring the West Sea Grand Canyon or Tiandu Peak. Try to reach the New National Highway before 7 AM to catch the bus into the mountains 🚌—this saves time and avoids long queues.

① Up the Front Mountain, Down the Back Mountain (Figure 1)

Yuping Cableway → Welcoming Pine → Tiandu Peak 🔥 → Hundred Steps Cloud Ladder → Aoyu Peak → Guangmingding → Flying Stone → Paiyun Pavilion → Danxia Peak → Shizi Peak → Monkey Watching the Sea → Dream Pen Born Flowers → Shixin Peak → Shisun Peak → Bailing Ridge → Yungu Cableway (down).
⚠️ A classic route—choose this if you want to visit Tiandu Peak. Note that there are many uphill sections, so it’s more physically demanding.

② Up the Back Mountain, Down the Front Mountain (Figure 2)

Yungu Cableway → Bailing Ridge → Shisun Peak → Shixin Peak → Dream Pen Born Flowers → Monkey Watching the Sea → Shizi Peak → Danxia Peak → Paiyun Pavilion → West Sea Grand Canyon 🔥 → Guangmingding → Aoyu Peak → Hundred Steps Cloud Ladder → Welcoming Pine → Yuping Cableway (down).
⚠️ A popular route—opt for this to explore the West Sea Grand Canyon. It features more downhill sections, making it slightly easier.

✅ Key Tips

🔹 On the Mountain:

• Tiandu Peak: Expected to open around May 1st, with a daily limit of 3,000 visitors. You’ll likely need to book at 21:00 two days before your trip (the reservation system is currently in internal testing, so stay updated).
• Weather backup: If the weather is poor, prioritize the West Sea Grand Canyon. Tiandu Peak often closes in fog, but the West Sea Grand Canyon takes on a magical, ethereal beauty in mist.
• West Sea Train: Sit in the first row to fully enjoy the Grand Canyon’s stunning views—it’s worth it!
• Weather mindset: Huangshan’s weather is unpredictable (sun, fog, rain can all happen in a day). Stay flexible—every weather condition offers a unique charm!

🔸 Down the Mountain:

• Transport: Take the mountain bus from the New National Highway or South Gate.
• Hotel perks: Most hotels offer free shuttle services to/from the New National Highway—ask in advance.
• Lockers: Self-service lockers at the New National Highway entrance cost 15 yuan/day—handy for storing heavy luggage.
• Ticket validity: Huangshan tickets are valid for 3 days and allow two entries—great if you want to revisit spots.
• Supplies: Bring dry food and water (bread, spicy strips, braised chicken legs, cherry tomatoes work well). Avoid instant noodles—hot water is scarce.
• Gear: Buy disposable trekking poles, gloves, and raincoats before ascending. Wear sturdy sports shoes, and pack a power bank and a jacket (temperatures drop sharply at higher elevations).

🎫 Tickets & Opening Hours

• Booking: Search “Huangshan Tourism Official Platform” on WeChat or book via Ctrip.

• Costs:

  • Scenic spot ticket: 190 yuan/person
  • Mountain bus: 19 yuan/one way
  • Yuping Cableway: 90 yuan/one way
  • Yungu Cableway: 80 yuan/one way
  • West Sea Train: 100 yuan/one way

• Notes:
  ① Downward bus tickets must be purchased on-site (queues are common—allocate time).
  ② Check the latest cableway closing times to avoid being stranded.

• Opening hours (weekdays):

  • Cableways: 07:00-17:10
  • ⚠️ On weekends/holidays, cableways open 30 minutes earlier and close 30 minutes later.

🍗 Nearby Food Recommendations

• Tangkou: Try Laojiefang Hui Cuisine or Huangshan Huifu Cuisine for authentic local flavors.
• Tunxi Old Street: Huixiangyuan Restaurant is a solid choice for Hui-style dishes.
• Hongcun: Yunlong Restaurant comes highly recommended—great for post-hike meals.

To fully experience Huangshan—especially its sunrise, sunset, starry sky, and Milky Way (truly awe-inspiring)—spend a night on the mountain. Accommodation options range from standard rooms (over 1,000 yuan) to shared dorms (around 200 yuan)—it’s worth it for the unbeatable views!

Huangshan isn’t just a mountain; it’s a masterpiece of nature. Every step reveals new wonders—don’t miss it.