Someone’s got a really nasty mouth, but I won’t say who.
Xiao Jing is not only professional but also very nice. Throughout the process, she cares about the children and is very patient when guiding them to make journals. I've already recommended her to friends coming to Dali.
Thumbs up for Xiao Jing's professionalism and attentiveness 👍 and for her love of plants 👍
Sometimes words are overshadowed by the grandeur and beauty of nature, so let's let the photos speak for themselves.
Thanks to the dedicated guide Hanhan, who is not only excellent at photography but also very professional in plant science knowledge throughout the trip~ Thanks to the model 'prop' for being a gentle and obedient egg custard, grateful for the sky☁️ and the cows and sheep we encountered yesterday,
All of these have become unforgettable memories for me,
The healing power of the forest,
Has quietly grown in my heart.
The kids keep asking: Can we come again tomorrow? The day after tomorrow? Next year?
The adults keep asking: Are there still activities with Paris and Xiao Li? I want to join!
Coincidentally, our family is into sports, and we are super excited about booking paddleboarding~ We arrived 40 minutes early in the afternoon at Pushi to wait, and soon saw a tall guy with sports sunglasses, dressed very surf-style, with shoulder-length hair getting off the car~ I thought it was probably Xiao Li~
Sure enough, Xiao Li was holding a huge thermos filled with ice, ready to replenish energy with some happy drinks later
Soon after, the very chiu Paris arrived~ with an untamed aura, feeling like following him is the right choice
The activity is simply crazy~ The kids kept asking all the way: Can we jump into the water? Let's jump here! Can we swim here? Is it okay to swim for a long distance? Can I play on the coach's board?Three kids kept jumping into the water, getting on the boat, jumping again, swimming.Even seven-year-olds can handle the paddle board and swim freely in the lake~ No swimming skills? No problem, paddle boards are very stable and much easier than surfing.
Over two hours of lake activitiesThere was water splashing, jumping, and swimmingThere were relaxing lying boards and resting spots, accompanied by beautiful mountain lakesSome photos even captured rainbows🌈It would be even better if there was wine + a bonfire after coming ashore.
Highly recommended!!In Paris, Xiao Li, DD are very easy to get along with! Friendly and easy to communicate with.Whatever you want to play, as long as it's safe.They are all very willing to try with us!By the way, Paris insisted on taking us to a dinner.Delicious! Worth it!
Very happy to explore the mountains and nature with Phoebe and Xiangyang✨ Encountered many plants and insects I've never seen before, full of surprises. After reaching the summit, enjoyed a leisurely picnic, feeling the especially comfortable breeze. The kids exclaimed with surprise, "Is this a dream?" Many adults have long lost this simple joy, but children can always immerse themselves wholeheartedly. It was a wonderful experience.
A very healing light hike, guided by Teacher Wanwan, who is attentive and patient~
Carefully explained by Dad Chunyu, busy and diligent little bees, heavy honeycombs, and slightly bitter yet sweet fresh honey—very interesting activity experience.
The plant diary of Cangshan is truly a perfect botanical experience! The study tour teacher's serious and lively explanations helped us learn about many plants. Immersive learning with children, accompanied by adorable pets, listening to the sounds of nature—so delightful!
Today’s experience can be described as a once-in-a-lifetime! Going into the mountains off the beaten path, the plant guide sister patiently explains whatever plants we encounter. The cool breeze in Cangshan in July brings a refreshing and relaxing feeling on the hiking trail, and you might also encounter various adorable mushrooms! It’s a truly magical experience, and you can feel the dedication of the whole team. The prepared notebook is custom-made with Dongba paper! If you come to Dali again, you’ll explore new routes! Highly recommended!!
Eryuan is the true ideal look of Dali. The scenery is stunning, and there are few visitors. Experiencing the beautiful scenery on a paddleboard is definitely an unforgettable travel experience.
Suddenly I realize that I can also play on a paddleboard even though I can't swim!
A fulfilling day with the kids! Especially the place where the tour leader took us for a meal at the end, truly affordable and delicious! Looking forward to our next trip to Qiumuyuan（楸木园） in Dali!
A day of picking green plums to make wine, drove for almost two hours, and the last part was a dirt road. Entered a Yi village deep in the mountains.
The elderly grandparents picking plums are very hardworking, and they even shared some sticky rice cakes and honey with us!
Xiao Li shared the green plum wine he made last year, it's very delicious!
We also harvested honey, it's sweet, and the little bees are really diligent. The plum wine is labeled and waiting to be opened next year. It was a very meaningful day.
We also harvested honey, sweet, and the little bees are really hardworking. The plum wine is labeled and waiting to be opened next year. A very meaningful day.
Xiao Li and Stone are both great warm-hearted guys!
Went shopping with Xiao Li at an authentic market, no tourists
An elderly woman carrying a bamboo basket, strings of wrinkled chili peppers, indigo and white tie-dye cloth, and freshly sprouted fragrant chives......
Barber stall by the roadside, a stall selling orchids, piles of woven bamboo baskets, each carrying the scent of soil and sunshine.
For children who grew up in the city, visiting the market is an entirely new experience, and everything at the market is so fresh and interesting!
Lini took us through the rice fields in the village, chatting along the way, full of emotional value! She also took us to a super delicious halal beef restaurant, the beef and ribs were amazing!
Looking at plants, searching for mushrooms, observing ants and spiders, finally eating delicious fruit and drinking warm red tea on a flat ground, basking in the sun, and attaching collected plants to a notebook one by one—this feeling is so wonderful.
Because it rained earlier in the morning, the journey was tough but truly enjoyable and happy. Say hello to the guide姐姐, hello to the little friends, and hello to mom—everything in nature is great.
This will be the most unforgettable memory of this trip.
The guide was very nice, knowledgeable, and reaching the mountain top with snacks and a pot of hot tea was definitely the highlight moment!
Thanks to Phoebe and Teacher Xiangyang, who are experienced and carefully planned the activities, taking children to find various plants and insects in nature, patiently explaining, answering children's questions, and completing a perfect nature observation journal together—it's truly a highly recommended activity experience.
The mushroom foraging class that children eagerly anticipated was successfully completed. The team leader, Teacher Xiaomi, was very patient with the children. At the end of the hike, she held hands with the children all the way down the mountain, no longer needing their moms, haha. Since our two children are still young and can't complete the notes on their own, the teacher helped them stick the labels and wrote the plant names. It's a bit unfortunate that this season's mushroom harvest was not abundant, but the children had so much fun that it was enough!
Can't get enough~ Just want to keep playing!
If it weren't for being in the mountains,
the sunset and darkness come so quickly.
Everyone still wants to continue exploring,
discovering new plants and fungi.
Just met
the children were overly enthusiastic, playing with the creek.
They kept shouting, 'Creek, you lead the way, walk in front!'
A little dog followed, then a five-year-old boy.
Familiar with the mountain, Yang Mi.
A group of people, bustling and lively, under the sunlight filtering through the leaves,
searching for spore-bearing fern leaves.
Near the damp, swollen small cliffs.
Searching for magical fungi like radar.
My eyes are like a ruler!
Everyone is wide-eyed and excited.
Who can be more careful, with less nearsightedness?
Just want to find more unique and fresher new things.
The most fun part is
even though we already went back home after descending the mountain.
We had dinner at a restaurant.
And held a knowledge quiz.
We asked each other questions about what we learned on the mountain today.
Depending on the difficulty of the questions,
the prizes varied.
Playing and learning at the same time.
It was truly a super satisfying and super happy day.
Next time, I want to go on a fern hiking trip
deep in the mountains.
2026.07.21
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I'm fortunate to have met the vibrant Teacher Phoebe, who wholeheartedly dedicates herself to her passions. In her eyes, all the mountains and creatures are so lively and interesting. The children have gone far, but lovely Teacher Phoebe is still searching for dinner for the stick insects, observing tiny bugs on a green leaf🍃
The little ones today learned about insects and plants with Teacher Phoebe, gaining not only knowledge of new insects and plants but also a sense of the vividness and wonder of all things in nature. Nature's subtle yet healing beauty is truly inspiring.
Mountains and forests are classrooms, love is the teacher, and education hidden among the grass and trees quietly nurtures the soul💚
From selecting materials to shaping, gluing, mossing, and brushing with wood wax oil, it took nearly 3 hours to complete. Under the guidance of the young lady, I was able to finish it independently. It's very appealing to children who love crafts, as it combines hands-on activity with knowledge accumulation.
The most enjoyable day during my trip to Dali. On the way there, our two guides, Xiao Li and DD, treated us to delicious乳扇 (milk fan) and乳扇 ice cream, and thoughtfully prepared tea, snacks, and fruit. Also, DD’s adorable dog, Yuanbao, was very well-behaved and not afraid of water.
The paddleboard instruction from the two leaders was very detailed and patient. They avoided the tourist areas throughout and took many photos of us. The experience was fantastic! Looking forward to coming back again!
The best experience in Yunnan is to hike up the mountain with Zhenhao guide and the super well-behaved little hairy kid to observe and pick mushrooms. Along the way, listen to Zhenhao guide introduce various plants and fungi. When tired, take a rest on the spot, enjoy some fruit tea and snacks, and relax in the mountain forest. The main highlight is the adorable hairy kid's company, which is truly healing! After descending, go to Ajie’s house to enjoy authentic fire-cooked mushroom rice and freshly picked mushrooms. I was worried the kids wouldn’t like mushrooms, but they ate them with great enthusiasm. It’s really wonderful!
