Rainy Day Travel Guide for Jiuzhaigou

Life Advice: Make sure to visit Jiuzhaigou on a rainy day! The weather forecast shows rain in Sichuan for the next week. If you've already booked your flights and hotels and can't reschedule, don't worry. Rain in Chengdu/Jiuzhaigou is usually brief and clears up quickly. In fact, Jiuzhaigou has a unique charm on rainy days. Here's a rainy day travel guide for Jiuzhaigou to help you out! 😄 - 🌈 Scenic spots less affected by rainy weather: 1️⃣ Five-Color Pond The shallow water and colorful stone patterns at the bottom remain stunningly clear even during heavy rain, looking like a natural filter! 2️⃣ Reed Sea / Fragrant Grass Sea Overcast skies add a misty vibe, with the lake hidden in the fog and reeds swaying by the shore—perfect for atmospheric photography. But avoid visiting during heavy rain as the water may become murky. 3️⃣ Wolong Sea / Shuanglong Sea The calcified deposits make the water exceptionally clear and vibrant, resembling "liquid gemstones" even on rainy days. 4️⃣ Pearl Shoal Waterfall After the rain, the increased water flow and splashing mist make the waterfall even more breathtaking! ⚠️ Be cautious of slippery boardwalks without railings, especially if you're traveling with kids. . 🌈 Alternative attractions: ✅ Waterfalls ✔ Nuorilang Waterfall: A signature waterfall of Jiuzhaigou, incredibly impressive during high water flow. ✔ Pearl Shoal Waterfall: Perfect for slow-shutter photography, with flying water droplets creating a soothing effect. ✅ Forest walking trails ✔ Shuzheng Lakes → Fragrant Grass Sea boardwalk: Walk into a "fantasy world" amidst rain and mist—every shot is Instagram-worthy! ✅ Wildlife spotting in the rain Rainy days are quieter, making animals more active. You might encounter: 🦌 Muntjac deer, 🐿️ squirrels, 🦦 otters... Kids will love it! . Rainy day itinerary + time planning: ✅ Morning: Explore Rize Valley (Five-Flower Lake, Pearl Shoal, Mirror Lake) The deep hues of the water and misty surroundings create a dreamy atmosphere. ✅ Afternoon: Head to Shuzheng Valley (Reed Sea, Shuzheng Lakes, Nuorilang Waterfall) Capture forest reflections in backlight—ideal for rainy day photography! . 🎯 Rainy days may mean longer queues for buses, so consider booking a VIP pass for priority entry. ✅ VIP buses drop you off directly at each scenic spot, with exclusive stops at some locations like Long Lake and Five-Color Pond. This eliminates unnecessary walking between attractions. . 🗺️ 4-day, 3-night itinerary: D1: Chengdu - Maobiliang - Mount Siguniang - Dujiangyan D2: Dujiangyan - Songpan Ancient Town - Hotel D3: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area VIP entry + Tibetan costume photoshoot - Hotel D4: Zhongcha Valley · Ancient Village Horse Ranch - Huanglong Scenic Area - Chengdu