Immerse in Kanas, a Feast of Lakes and Mountains

### 🎫 **Tickets & Shuttle Buses** - **Entrance Fee**: - Peak season (May 1-Oct 15): ¥160/person (valid for 2 days). - Off-season: ¥80/person. - **Shuttle Buses**: - One-way (same-day round trip): ¥230/person (includes entrance + bus ticket). - Two-way (two-day round trip): ¥270/person. - Fish Watching Platform shuttle: ¥20/person (round trip). - **All-Area Pass**: Kanas + Hemu + Baihaba 3-day pass ¥375/person (great value). ### 🏠 **Accommodation** - **Inside Scenic Area** (ideal for morning fog views): - **Kanas Old Village**: Central location near transit hub, standard rooms ¥400-500/night (peak season surges to ¥2500+). - **Hemu Village**: Recommend Hemu Lodge, standard rooms ~¥400 off-season (doubles in peak season); Tuvan wooden bunk beds ¥80-200/person. - **Outside Scenic Area**: Jiadengyu offers budget options (~¥200+/night) but requires re-entry. ### 🌄 **Must-See Attractions & Routes** 1. **Three Bays Hike** (Fairy Bay → Moon Bay → Dragon Bay): - 8km wooden boardwalk, gentle terrain. Fairy Bay’s morning fog is a must-see (arrive by 7:00). - Lakeside trail between Moon Bay and Dragon Bay offers stunning views (detour if water levels are high). 2. **Fish Watching Platform**: Climb 1,000 steps for panoramic lake views (~2 hours round trip). 3. **Hemu Village**: - Sunrise and fog photos from the viewing platform; horseback riding to General’s Platform. - Golden birch forests in autumn; skiing at Jikebulin Ski Resort in winter. 4. **Baihaba Village**: Ancient Sino-Kazakh border village (¥75 for ticket + shuttle). Requires border permit. ### 🚌 **Transport Tips** - **Major Transit**: - Fly to Altay/Kanas Airport, then take a bus. - Train to Beitun City, transfer by shuttle. - **Within Scenic Area**: - Shuttles stop at 8:00 PM. - Hemu Village has shared e-bikes for easy exploration. ### 🍽️ **Food Recommendations** - Kanas Old Village’s *Mountain Bites*: Spicy chicken with belt noodles, handmade yogurt. - Hemu Village’s beef noodles and baked buns (meat-heavy in winter due to scarce supplies). ### ⚠️ **Notes** - **Permits**: Apply for Baihaba’s border permit in Habahe County. - **Seasons**: - Late Sept for autumn foliage; June for flower fields. Winter (Oct-May) offers partial fee waivers and dog sledding. - **Luggage**: Free storage at Jiadengyu/transit centers. > A fairyland blending lakes, mountains, ancient villages, and hiking trails. 2-3 days suffice for highlights. Book early, use passes wisely, and avoid peak prices!