WangTianShu Scenic Spot in Mengla County,XishuangBanna

OVERVIEW｜The Last Oasis at 21°N Latitude ??

Wangtian Tree Scenic Area, located 14 km north of Mengla County, Xishuangbanna, sits at the core of one of the world’s three major tropical rainforests — the Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest. It is the only well-preserved oasis at 21°N on Earth. Named after towering 70–100 m "Wangtian Trees," the area hosts over 6,000 plant species and 1,000 vertebrate species, earning the title "Kingdom of Flora and Fauna." Experience rainforest wonders on land, water, and air, including the iconic 36-meter-high canopy walkway — a global rainforest landmark. ???

LOCATION｜Coordinates & Transport ??

• Address: Bubang National Nature Reserve, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
• 134 km from Jinghong City; 14 km from Mengla Town (20 min via secondary roads)
• 60 km from Laos Mohan Border, at Kunman Expressway and Pan-Asia Railway exit
• Transport:
① Shuttle Bus: Jinghong → Wangtian Tree, departs 8:30 AM, round trip ¥118, 2.5 h direct ?
② Regular Bus: Jinghong Bus Station → Mengla ¥42 → Minibus ¥9 to Bubang Pier
③ Self-drive: Kunmo Expressway → Yinhe Toll → Xiaomo Road → National Road 213 → Scenic Area ?

ATTRACTIONS｜Top 6 Must-Do Highlights ?

• Canopy Walkway: Asia’s tallest canopy walkway, 36 m high, 500 m long, offering panoramic rainforest views ??
• Nanla River “Water Rainforest”: Boat ride through “Buddha’s Tea Pouring” sacred river, surrounded by pristine rainforest ??
• Philip Trail: One of China’s top 10 beautiful forest trails, 1.5 km wooden boardwalk, see strangler figs, stilt roots, and other rainforest wonders ??
• Tropical Rainforest Science Museum: AR insect exhibits, 3D growth of Wangtian Tree, perfect for family learning ??
• Rainforest Dance Show: Dai ethnic “Shaoduoli” peacock dance & elephant foot drum dance, free daily performances ??
• Alianya Carnival: Water splashing + rainforest EDM, weekends & holidays ??

TICKET & HOURS ?️⏰

Opening Hours: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Last entry 5:00 PM)

CLASSIC ROUTE｜2.5-Hour Highlight Tour ?

Boat at Bubang Pier → Nanla River Water Rainforest → Shuttle Bus → Canopy Walkway → Philip Trail → Science Museum → Rainforest Dance → Return

ACCOMMODATION｜Stay By the Rainforest ?️

FOOD MAP｜Taste the Rainforest ?️

• Rainforest Buffet: Pineapple rice, Dai-style grilled fish, edible tree flowers, ¥88/person ??
• Bubang Food Village: Aini First Village, Dai Paradise, avg ¥50/person ?
• Souvenirs: Honey olives, rainforest coffee beans, Dai brocade bags ?

BEST TIME｜Seasonal Highlights ?️

• Nov – Apr: Dry season, clear skies, sea of clouds & migratory birds, prime photo season ?☀️
• May – Oct: Rainy season, lush greenery, bring rain gear ☔?
• Festivals: April Water Splash Festival & November Rainforest Music Festival ??

TRAVEL TIPS｜Essentials ?

• Sun & Rain Protection: High UV, SPF50+ sunscreen & raincoat required ??
• Wear: Non-slip hiking shoes & long pants against leeches ??
• Drones: Notify reserve management in advance ??
• Environment: No feeding wildlife or removing plants ??

CALL TO ACTION ?

When the 36-meter-high canopy walkway gently sways beneath your feet,
and the morning mist and birdsong awaken Nanla River,
you will feel the heartbeat of the rainforest at 21°N. ??

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See you at Wangtian Tree in 2025! ?✨