In short
- The main scenic area entrance fee is 100 RMB per person.
- Cable car tickets range from 60 RMB to 140 RMB depending on the route.
- Tickets must be booked 1 to 7 days in advance via WeChat.
In this article
There is no single all-inclusive ticket for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Visitors must pay the main scenic area entrance fee at the gate. After that, you pay separately for the specific cable cars, shuttle carts, and performances you want to experience during your visit.
What is the main scenic area entrance fee?
The base entrance fee for the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain scenic area is 100 RMB per person.
This fee is mandatory for all visitors entering the park. It grants you access to the main grounds, including the tourist center at Ganhaizi and the walking trails around Blue Moon Valley. You pay this fee at the checkpoints before reaching the main parking areas.
How much is the cable car at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain?
The Spruce Meadow cable car costs 60 RMB round-trip, while the Glacier Park grand cableway costs 140 RMB.
You choose your cable car based on how high you want to go. The 140 RMB Glacier Park ticket includes a 20 RMB eco-shuttle fee.
Do you have to pay for the eco-buses?
Some shuttle costs are included in the cable car tickets, but the Blue Moon Valley electric carts cost an extra 50 RMB.
When you buy a Glacier Park cable car ticket, a 20 RMB eco-shuttle ride is already included in the 140 RMB price. At Blue Moon Valley, you can buy an optional 50 RMB ticket for the shuttle carts. However, walking the scenic boardwalks at Blue Moon Valley is completely free.
How much does the Impression Lijiang show cost?
Tickets for the outdoor Impression Lijiang performance range from 190 to 260 RMB.
This cultural show takes place daily at a 3,100-meter elevation open-air amphitheater. Hundreds of local ethnic minority performers stage the show. Shows usually run at 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, or 2:00 PM.
How to buy tickets for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain?
Tickets must be booked 1 to 7 days in advance via the Lijiang Tourism Group WeChat mini-program.
You cannot simply show up and buy tickets on the day of your visit. During peak summer months, the 10,000 daily Glacier Park tickets often sell out within hours. Passports or Chinese ID cards are strictly required for entry and ticket verification at multiple checkpoints.
Are guided tours a good value?
Packaged group tours cost between 400 and 1,000 RMB and often handle all the separate ticket bookings for you.
Booking a tour from Lijiang is often the easiest way to guarantee entry since agencies buy tickets in advance. These tours typically handle transport, the 100 RMB entrance fee, your chosen cable car tickets, jacket rentals, and oxygen.
Questions travellers ask
How much do oxygen canisters cost?
Altitude sickness is common, and visitors often buy portable oxygen canisters to prepare. These cost between 15 and 60 RMB. Buying them in Lijiang usually offers better prices than buying them inside the park.
Can I buy walk-up tickets at the mountain?
No, same-day walk-up tickets are rarely available for the major cable cars. You must book tickets 1 to 7 days in advance through the official WeChat mini-program.
What documents do I need to bring?
You must bring your original passport. It is strictly required for ticket checks and verification at multiple points throughout the park.
