Travelers' Information

Visas
Visas are required by all foreigners entering mainland China although, at this stage, visas are not required by Western nationals visiting Hong Kong and Macau. Visas are available from Chinese embassies and consulates in most countries. There are special destinations require special travel permit. We will get all the necessary permits for you once you book our trip. Please use the link below to find your nearest Chinese Embassies or General Consulates.
http://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/wjb/zwjg/2490/

Weather
Yunnan's varied and diverse climate means that, while Kunming enjoys pleasant spring-like weather for most of the year, the elevated eastern plateau experiences warm summers and mild winters, and the climate can change substantially during a journey of just a few kilometres. 

To the west, the valley floors and lower slopes of this mountainous area enjoy warm humid weather, while a temperate zone stands between 2,000 to 3,000 metres, and ice and snow envelop the high summits. Monsoons off the Pacific and Indian oceans provide adequate rainfall, with June through August the wettest months.

Money
The official currency in China is the Renminbi (RMB or CNY) or in Chinese "Ren-min-bi", which translates as" the people's money". The Renmibi exchange rate to US Dollars is 670 Yuan=100USD when this website is launched. The basic unit is the yuan (also known as "kuai"), which is used to express all quantities including prices in shops etc. 

Packing List
There are some general items you will need to bring along. But there are also specific items you should pack for different trips in different seasons. Please consult us when you book a trek.