Shangri-La to Haba Snow Mountain Transportation: By Bus & Car-rental

The Haba Snow Mountain stands by the Jinsha River, 120 km southeast of Shangri-La, with its main peak of 5,396 meters. The glacier on the Haba Snow Mountain is the southmost glacier in China. Tourists can take a shuttle bus to Haba village or rent a car to. Located at the foot of the western Haba snow mountain, Haba village has become a major mountaineering center, attractive to those seeking a relatively easy 5,000-meter peak.

How to Get to Haba Snow Mountain from Shangrila?

By Bus

At Shangrila Bus Station, tourists can take a daily bus departing at 13:50 to Haba Village and it will take about four hours from Shangrila at the cost of CNY 30. Located near major tourist attractions, Shangri La Bus Station is a small while very busy station. Buses from Lijiang, Dali, Kunming and etc are all terminates here. Meanwhile, people would have to gather here to catch buses to leave Shangri La.

Shangri-La Bus Station(香格里拉汽车客运站)
Add: No. 25, Kangding Road, Jiantang Town, Shangri La(香格里拉建塘镇康定路25号)
Opening Hours:08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Sunday

By Car-rental

Rent a car to Haba Snow Mountain is more convenient since you can decide your traveling time as you like. It is suitable for a flexible and comfortable way. It is better for you to rent a car with an experienced driver and a tour guide if you are foreign travelers. If you want to have more fun on the way, renting a car is highly recommended. The driver of chartering car can stop for you to enjoy the scenery and take photos. But a shuttle bus will not stop on the way. Yunnan Exploration Travel can provide car-rental service, please contact us. Email: contact@YunnanExploration.com; Tel: +86-871-63511469.

Additional Tips

  • Check Conditions: Always check the weather and road conditions before traveling, as the area can be affected by seasonal changes.
  • Fuel Up: Make sure to fill up your gas tank in Shangri-La, as fuel stations may be limited near Haba Snow Mountain.
  • Plan Ahead: If you’re visiting during peak tourist seasons, it’s advisable to book accommodations and any guided tours in advance.

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