Zhangjiajie
A spectacular destination famous for its mountains and scenery.
About Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie's forest of towering sandstone pillars, rising straight out of the mist, inspired the floating mountains of Avatar. It's one of China's most photographed natural landscapes and a bucket-list stop for adventure travellers.
Cable cars, glass walkways and the world's longest glass-bottomed bridge make the scenery accessible without a serious trek — our team handles ticketing, transfers and the right pacing for nervous heights or eager thrill-seekers alike.
Major attractions in Zhangjiajie
Every must-see highlight and hidden gem our itineraries are built around
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
The core scenic area of pillar-forest views, boardwalks and cable cars.
Tianmen Mountain
Reached by one of the world's longest cable cars, with a natural stone archway near the summit.
Glass Skywalk
A transparent walkway clinging to a cliff face, not for the faint-hearted.
Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge
The world's highest and longest glass-bottomed bridge, spanning a dramatic canyon.
99 Bends Road
A hairpin mountain road with 99 turns leading up to Tianmen Mountain.
Golden Whip Stream
An easy, scenic valley walk beneath the sandstone pillars.
Wulingyuan Scenic Area
UNESCO park of quartz-sandstone pillars that inspired Avatar's floating mountains.
Tianmen Mountain Cable Car
One of the world's longest cable car rides, up to Tianmen Cave.
Grand Canyon
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, home of the record-breaking glass bridge.
Bailong Elevator
World's tallest outdoor lift, carrying visitors up a sheer cliff face.
Essential Details
Key information for planning your Zhangjiajie visit
Best Time to Visit
Apr – Oct offers the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing in Zhangjiajie.
Typical Weather
Average temperatures of 10-27°C during seasonal range — pack accordingly for the season you travel.
Getting There
Fly into Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport via Changsha, or combine with a Guilin or Chengdu leg on a multi-city itinerary.
Language Support
English-speaking Chinese staff and Chinese-speaking Indian/Malayali guides can be arranged for Zhangjiajie.
Food Arrangements
Indian, Kerala, Halal, Arabic and local Chinese food options can be coordinated throughout your stay.
Local Tip
Wear comfortable shoes — even the accessible routes involve a lot of walking and steps.