Jiuzhaigou Travel Tips

Jiuzhaigou Valley

Tourist Area: 50 square kilometers (about 12,355 acres)
Residents: Tibetan, Qiang and Han nationality
Area Code: 0837
Zip Code: 624000
 Tourist Complaints: 0837-7739309
Tourist Inquiry Telephone: 0837-7739753
First Aid Telephone: 0837-7739818
Fire Alarm: 0837-7739909
 

The weather in Jiuzhaigou is generally mild but the temperature varies much within a day. The scenery in different seasons has different characteristics. Among all, September to October in autumn is the best traveling time when the views are most extraordinary.

 Best Time to Visit Jiuzhaigou
 

The currency exchange service is not so convenient in Jiuzhaigou. There are only a few Chinese banks but no Bank of China providing currency exchange service located around Jiuzhaigou Valley, and ATMs are not available for currency exchange. Only in some five-star hotels like Sheraton can you exchange common currencies. Therefore, it is suggested to exchange enough cash before you travel there.
 The traveling cost in Jiuzhaigou varies a lot depending on the transport means you choose, your traveling duration and accommodation conditions. A trip of 3 or 4 days from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou for one person may cost CNY 1,000-3,000.

In the scenic area of Jiuzhaigou Valley, there is only one restaurant in Nuorilang Service Center, where the average cost of a person for a meal is CNY 70 and buffets are offering with the cost ranging from CNY 60 to CNY 130. Outside the scenic area, there are some small restaurants where the average cost for a meal is about CNY 50 per person. As for hotels, in the peak season from April to November, the cost for a room with complete conditions is usually CNY 300-1,500; the cost in low season is generally lower.
  

Muti-Color Pond in winter

The Ice-Waterfall Tourism Festival of Large Jiuzhai, Aba and the Southern Ice and Snow Festival of Sichuan have been successfully held for many times in Jiuzhaigou. The festivals are usually held when winter comes and last about two months. During this time, a series of activities related to the beautiful scenery will be organized, such as a photographic competition, ice sports, concerts and the Tibetan celebrations for Spring Festival.

As mentioned, the local Tibetans will hold some events to celebrate Chinese Spring Festival. The most important and largest one is the Mazi Fair held in Zharusi Temple, which is located in Shuzheng Valley. Held annually on May 15th of the Chinese lunar calendar, it is a vital religious event for Tibetans living here. It is said that this fair is held to commemorate a brave deity of Benbo, which is one branch of Tibetan Buddhism. This deity is called Mazi, responsible for vanquishing demons and monsters. Three days before the festival, all of the monks in Zharusi Temple will be gathered together to celebrate being a reverent Buddhist and practicing vegetarianism. On the day, Tibetans will dress up and come here to participate in the celebration.
 Pengfeng Village Cooperative Medical Station
Address: Near 301 Provincial Road, Pengfeng Village, Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County
Phone: 0837-8896980
 Usually, mobile phones can be used in the valley. Free wifi has covered the whole scenic area of Jiuzhaigou Valley, providing convenience for visitors to use the Internet.
 Near the entrance gate of Jiuzhaigou Valley, there is a post office where you can send postcards.

Opening Hours	Apr.1 to Nov.15: 08:30-17:30 Nov.16 to Mar.31: 09:00-17:00 Public Vacations: 09:00-16:00
Phone Number	0837-7734028