There are indeed some things you need to pay attention to when traveling to Xishuangbanna, here are some suggestions:
Things not to do:
- Do not take photos inside the Sobu Temple, wear short skirts or wear sunglasses. Respect the local religious culture.
- Don't throw things into the water, as the Dai people value water very much. If you're looking for water activities, head to Songkran Plaza.
- Don't blindly pursue Internet celebrity restaurants, restaurants with good reputation are more reliable. Checking reviews online can avoid stepping on thunder.
- Do not touch the heads of gods or "little monks" in Buddhist temples, and respect local customs.
- Don't trust the low-cost day trips recommended by the homestay or shop owner, they may not be reliable. In particular, the Lin Feiyue project to wear a skirt to the primeval forest park is not very suitable.
- Do not make loud noises, especially in Wild Elephant Valley to avoid disturbing the elephants. If you want to see the elephant show, it's best to arrive around 12 o'clock, as the morning may not start yet.
Recommended Tours:
- Day 1: Arrive in Banna
- Day 2: Wild Elephant Valley, Dafo Temple, Mekong River, Chuzhuang West Shuangjing, Shwedagon Pagoda, Liukuni Floating Market, Night Market Street
- Day 3: Daijia Village, Primeval Forest Park
- Day 4: Xishuangbanna, Zhongke Botanical Garden, Manting Park, then back
Tips: Due to the many attractions in Xishuangbanna and the complexity of bus lines, you can consider finding a reliable local group for the first time, they will provide full service including food, accommodation, and tickets, and the average cost per person is about 1300 yuan. This saves you the trouble of luggage and transportation, and you can enjoy your trip easily.
Hope this information is helpful to you! Have a great trip in Xishuangbanna! If you have additional questions, feel free to ask.
