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Mini Nature Observation and Journaling | Insects, Plants, and Birds

A slow mini hike at the foot of Cangshan Mountain near the old town, about 2 kilometers with an elevation gain of about 100 meters. Follow the guide to observe insects, plants, and birds at a relaxed pace, suitable for everyone from young children to the elderly to learn about nature.

14:30–18:00 · ¥228

Stream Trekking in the Creek 6+

The stream is about 1 km from the ancient town. In summer, go stream trekking in the Cangshan valleys, with shallow streams, waterfalls, a single-plank bridge and large rocks to climb; suitable for children over 6 who like wading and climbing.

13:00–16:00 · ¥268

Beekeeper Chunyu's Dad | Learn About Bee Life and Taste the Freshest Honey

From Dali, Yunnan to Yining, Xinjiang, visit beekeeper Chunyu, learn about bee life, hives, and honey harvesting, taste fresh honey, and have a Q&A session. Suitable for families and those interested in natural food.

10:00–12:00 · ¥100

Learn About and Taste Whisky | With Xiaochun

Quickly learn about the history, types, regions, and other related knowledge of whisky, and learn to taste whisky.

20:00–21:30 · ¥298

Cangshan Four Seasons Collection

A wild foraging route near the ancient city, about 3 hours, roughly 3 kilometers in total. Join the foraging group to learn about seasonal plants; in the rainy season you can look for mushrooms (no mushrooms from November to June). In autumn and winter, collect pinecones and fruits. Suitable for families with children aged 4 and up for an easy uphill walk.

14:30–17:30 · ¥228

Experience Sailing a Small Sailboat on a Beautiful Lake

From Dali, head to the lakeside to experience small sailboats at Chaimiduo Farm, 3 kilometers from the old town. Learn basic boat handling from the captain and feel the interplay of wind, boat, and water on the lake. Suitable for those who want to try water sports while preferring a safe, relaxed pace.

10:00–11:30 · ¥19815:30–17:00 · ¥198

Agua | Making Plant and Insect Specimens

A nature handcraft experience around the old town. Get to know plants and insects with Agua, learn collecting, observing, and specimen making, and turn details from the mountains and fields into a work you can take away. Suitable for families who like hands-on activities and nature.

10:00–12:00 · ¥22816:30–18:30 · ¥228

Cloud Ridge | Hiking in Dali's Primeval Forest

Meet near the Three Pagodas, about 1.5 hours by car to the trailhead. The entire hike is about 5 kilometers with an elevation gain of 350 meters, passing through a primeval forest on an unmanned ridge and forest meadows grazed by local Yi people. At the high point of the meadow, you can overlook the layered mountain ranges of Dali. Moss hangs like curtains in the gaps between trees. The guide will prepare tea and fruit for a picnic in the forest. After the hike, we return to the old town area in the evening.

10:00–18:30 · ¥498

Paddleboarding | Go to the Beautiful Lake at the Foot of the Mountain

Dali West Lake is about 60 kilometers from the old town, about a 1-hour-10-minute drive. Depart in the afternoon to practice paddleboarding, enjoy the scenery, play in the water, and have dinner at the lake at the foot of the mountain, returning to the meeting point around 20:30.

14:00–20:00 · ¥398

Biking Through Villages | Exploring Local Rural Culture with Brother Ding

Brother Ding's place is about 30 kilometers from the ancient city, and the ride starts from the Longshou Pass area in Shangguan. You'll ride with locals through villages, learning about Bai-style courtyards, local culture, and village life. It's a great fit for those who enjoy cycling and local stories.

10:00–15:30 · ¥238

One Day in the Mountain Home at Xipo

Xipo Mountain Village is about 80 kilometers from Dali. During the day, you can visit a local mountain family, enjoy two farmhouse meals, and hike about 4 kilometers round trip with an elevation gain of 200 meters, passing through tobacco fields, walnut groves, and pristine forest.

10:00–20:30 · ¥598

Weishan Temple Street Market Trip | Held on Days Ending in 3 or 8 Each Month

Weishan Temple Street is about 60 kilometers from the ancient city, approximately a 1-hour drive. Depart in the morning to visit the traditional market, see township crafts, sundries, and local life. Have lunch at the market with braised snacks, then return to the ancient city in the afternoon.

10:00–17:00 · ¥398

Making a "Mushroom Lamp" | Using Mushrooms You Collect in the Forest

A 2-hour handmade experience around the old town. Using lichen, mushrooms, and other materials collected in the Cangshan Mountains and around Dali, make a miniature mushroom forest night light and bring your forest memories home. Suitable for people who enjoy nature crafts.

13:30–15:30 · ¥228

Hiking the Fern Forest

Meet about 5 kilometers north of the old town and set off. The total route is about 4 kilometers. Walk slowly through a forest where ferns grow as lushly as waterfalls, and learn about ferns of various forms, spores, and habits. The intensity is moderate, suitable for travelers who want to experience Cangshan nature without getting too tired.

10:00–14:00 · ¥26814:00–18:00 · ¥268

Through the Fields, to the Stream for Leaf Printing

Suitable for adults and children who enjoy nature and handicrafts. Along the way, collect plants and see wild plants growing naturally in the fields. Head to a quiet stream to do handicrafts and experience a studio in nature.

14:30–17:30 · ¥228

The Journey of 'Nuodeng Yunlong' | Into the Deep Mountains of Yunlong

Nuodeng is about 150 kilometers from Dali, roughly a 2-hour drive. This two-day trip into the ancient Salt Horse village includes staying with local families, walking hidden trails, and exploring the old village, salt wells, and mountain life. Ideal for fans of historical villages.

11:00–20:00 · ¥1298

Visit a local Bai family ('relatives') to pick vegetables and enjoy a home-cooked meal.

In the afternoon, visit a local Bai family at the foot of Cangshan Mountain in Yinqiao. Go to the fields to pick seasonal vegetables, then return to the courtyard to wash vegetables, light the fire, and cook together, enjoying a meal of mushroom chicken soup, stir-fried bacon with assorted mushrooms, and local home-style dishes.

15:00–19:00 · ¥128

Streams and Forests | Easy Hike at the Forest Edge

Kuosongping Light Hiking starts from the village fields, crosses streams, white stone beaches, and the edge of the forest. Along the way, there are large ferns and some plants that only grow at forest edges. You may also be accompanied by small dogs. It is a half-day trip with light intensity, very suitable for families or guests who want a relaxed hike while enjoying a rich variety of scenery.

14:30–18:00 · ¥258

Wild Trails of Cangshan: Pinecone Collecting | Vegetarian Meal at Jizhao Nunnery

A half-day forest trip on the wild trails of Cangshan near the ancient town, departing in the afternoon. The total distance is about 4 kilometers with an elevation gain of 350 meters. In the rainy season you can look for mushrooms, and in autumn and winter you can collect pinecones. After descending, you can go to Jizhao Nunnery for a vegetarian meal.

14:00–18:00 · ¥268