Kanas Travel Guide
Kanas Lake · Hemu · Baihaba · Guanyu Tai
Kanas is the core area of Northern Xinjiang: Kanas Lake, the morning mist of Hemu Village, Baihaba, and Guanyutai. Four to five days are ideal, best from June to September.
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Destination Details
The mountainous area of Altay turns golden in September: birch trees, larch trees, and Tuvan wooden houses, complemented by the blue-green of the lake. It is the most central section of the Northern Xinjiang loop and the place in China closest to a "European mountain area."
Main Highlights
Kanas Lake
A glacier-dammed lake, with a maximum depth of 188 meters, whose water changes from blue to green with the seasons.
Hemu Village
A village of Tuvan wooden houses; the morning mist by the river is the most famous scene.
Guan Yu Terrace
Climb 1,068 steps to overlook the entire lake bay.
Wolong Bay
The sandbank in the river bay resembles a lying dragon; it is the first stop when entering the scenic area.
Recommended Stay and Route
- Recommended stay: 4–5 days.
- Connecting with other destinations in the same region makes the route more efficient; see the "Extended Routes" and "Province" sections below for reference.
Local Tips
- Late September to early October is the golden autumn, but accommodations and vehicles are most in demand, so book in advance.
- To see the morning mist in Hemu, stay in the village and go to the viewing platform at 6 a.m.
- Within the scenic area, shuttle buses are used; carry as little luggage as possible.
Province
This entry belongs to Xinjiang (2 ready-made routes); you can compare all routes in this province from the province page.
