Family Travel Guide｜Take the Kids to Nanjilu! Stay at Jixia Mountain + Easy Hiking Guide​

“The meaning of Nanjilu’s existence is to equally amaze everyone—even kids can be dazzled to screams by its beauty!” Bringing kids to Nanjilu? Save this local guide’s family-friendly tips to avoid pitfalls and easily enjoy the snowy mountains and lakes! · 🔛 Family Travel Guide Destination: Achidaga Village, Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture Recommended Route: From various places → Shangri-La Bus: Shangri-La → Deqin (3.5h, children half price) Charter/Carpool: Deqin → Badi Township (2h, comfortable vehicle recommended) Local off-road vehicle: Badi Township → Nanjilu Lake No. 3 (advance booking required) Note: You must transfer to a local off-road vehicle to enter the mountains; self-driving is only allowed up to the village. Families with kids are advised to book vehicles in advance! ———————— 🏨 Family Accommodation Recommendations 1️⃣ Wunongding Village · Jixia Mountain Meili ✅ Facing Meili Snow Mountain directly, watch the golden sunlight on the peaks while lying down! The hotel is well-equipped with plenty of family rooms, perfect for families. 2️⃣ Badi Township Homestays Many dining options and convenient living, suitable as a mountain entry transit point. 3️⃣ Achidaga Village Crowded during peak season, but easier to book off-road vehicles and guides through homestay owners (remember to bargain!) ————————— 👶🏻 Family Hiking Routes ✅ Beginner-friendly route: Lake No. 3 ~ Lake No. 5 (altitude 4200m) Round trip 2-3 hours, gentle slope, suitable for kids over 5! The lakes along the way are as blue as gems, kids can hop along without pressure~ ❌ Be cautious with the big loop route (altitude above 4400m, requires crossing ridges, high physical demand) Reminder: Camping is prohibited in the mountains; be sure to descend before dark! Families with kids should prioritize the small loop route and bring snacks and kid-pleasers~ ———————— 🎒 Family Gear Checklist ▪️ Clothing: children’s windbreaker, waterproof pants, hiking shoes (non-slip!), warm hat, small gloves ▪️ Tools: lightweight trekking poles, child carrier backpack (essential for young kids), thermos, high-calorie snacks ▪️ Others: children’s sunscreen, portable oxygen bottle, trash bags (teach kids to hike without leaving a trace!) ————————— 🌟 Jixia Mountain Family 4 Days 3 Nights Itinerary D1: Pick up at Shangri-La airport → View the First Bend of the Jinsha River → Stay at Jixia Mountain (super thoughtful welcome gift for kids!) D2: Watch the golden sunlight on the mountain from the window → Easy hike at Baima Snow Mountain → Snow mountain afternoon tea (kids love the little cakes) D3: Off-road vehicle into Nanjilu → Hike from Lake No. 3 to No. 5 (guide accompanies kids all the way, teaching about plants~) D4: Make a snow mountain souvenir photo frame → Return trip