First Bend of the Yellow River · Wetland Ruoergai

Aba Prefecture Ruoergai County — home to China's most beautiful plateau wetland and the first county through which the Yellow River flows. A 2-day-1-night itinerary exploring the Flower Lake wetland wonderland, admiring the Yellow River First Bay, and strolling through Ruoergai Grand Grassland to experience the magnificent natural scenery and unique ecological value of Ruoergai County.

Flower Lake
Wetland Wonderland
Yellow River First Bay
First Bend of the Yellow River
Ruoergai Grassland
Pearl of Northwest Sichuan
Re'er Dam
China's Largest Wetland
Yellow River First Bay in Ruoergai County, Aba
Yellow River First Bay, Ruoergai County
The magnificent landscape of the Yellow River First Bay in Ruoergai County

Ruoergai County 2-Day-1-Night Grassland Wetland Journey

Wetland ecology + Yellow River culture + grassland charm, experience the diverse appeal of Ruoergai

Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Flower Lake, Yellow River First Bay, Ruoergai Grand Grassland, Brazil Conference Site
Suitable For
Nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, cultural explorers, ecology researchers
Per Capita Budget
¥600-¥900
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Wetland Ecology Journey
Flower Lake Exploration & Yellow River First Bend Viewing
Itinerary Highlights

Full-day natural ecology experience.

Attraction Arrangements
Flower Lake
A natural alpine lake on the Re'er Dam Grassland, with crystal-clear water and wildflowers blooming around the lake in summer. Known as the "Plateau Oasis" and "Wetland Wonderland."
Yellow River First Bay
The first great bend formed by the Yellow River as it flows through Ruoergai, with the river channel winding gracefully across the grassland — the most representative landscape of the upper Yellow River.
Re'er Dam Grassland
China's largest plateau peat bog wetland, with lush aquatic plants and a complete ecosystem — an important habitat and breeding ground for rare birds such as the black-necked crane.
Practical Information
Travel Tips
  • Take sun protection measures in grassland areas
  • Prepare mosquito repellent for wetland tours
  • Protect the ecological environment
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Ruoergai County Center Hotels
  • Tangke Town Hotels
  • Grassland Yurt Experience
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Grassland Culture Journey
Grassland Stroll & Red Memory Quest
Itinerary Highlights

Full-day cultural in-depth experience.

Attraction Arrangements
Ruoergai Grand Grassland
One of China's three major wetland grasslands, covering nearly 30,000 square kilometers. In summer, wildflowers bloom and cattle and sheep roam freely, hailed as the "Oasis of the Northwest Sichuan Plateau."
Brazil Conference Site
The site of the 1935 Brazil Conference during the Red Army's Long March. This meeting determined the strategic policy of the Red Army's northward resistance against Japan, holding an important place in the history of the Chinese revolution.
Namo Grand Canyon
The source canyon of the Bailong River, with towering cliffs on both banks and roaring river waters at the canyon bottom — a magnificent landscape ideal for hiking and nature sightseeing.
Practical Information
Special Experiences
  • Grassland Horseback Riding
  • Tibetan Family Visit
  • Wetland Birdwatching Photography
  • Red Culture Learning
Return Journey Suggestions
  • Purchase grassland specialty products
  • Taste Tibetan cuisine
  • Pay attention to altitude sickness
  • Allow ample time for the return trip

Ruoergai County Must-Try Foods

Ruoergai Yak Beef

Selected from free-range highland yak beef, the meat is tender and delicious, used to make hand-pulled meat, beef jerky, beef hot pot and more — a Ruoergai specialty.

Butter Tea

A traditional Tibetan beverage brewed with yak butter, tea leaves, and salt. Fragrant, smooth, and mellow — an essential drink for hosting guests, with the effect of warding off cold and restoring energy.

Zanba (Roasted Barley Flour)

A Tibetan staple food made from roasted highland barley ground into flour. It is eaten by mixing with butter tea and kneading into balls — nutritious and easy to carry, a must-have food for plateau living.

Yak Yogurt

Yogurt made from yak milk, with a mellow texture and balanced sweet-sour flavor, rich in nutrition — a characteristic dairy product of the plateau.

Ruoergai County Travel Tips
Best Seasons
  • June-August: Cool summer, grassland at its most beautiful
  • September-October: Crisp autumn air, best for photography
  • May: Spring warmth and blooming flowers, migratory birds return
  • Winter: Spectacular snow-covered grassland, pay attention to cold protection
Travel Suggestions
  • Take sun protection measures in grassland areas
  • Prepare mosquito repellent for wetland tours
  • Respect Tibetan religious customs
  • Protect the wetland ecological environment
Practical Information
  • Some scenic areas require ticket purchase
  • Take cold protection measures in high-altitude areas
  • Note the opening hours of each attraction
  • Protect the grassland and wetland ecology
Transportation Guide
  • Direct buses are available from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station to Ruoergai
  • Pay attention to grassland road conditions when self-driving
  • Plateau roads are relatively complex
  • Chartered car or group tour is recommended

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