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The most ideal time for Tibet travel

Source:China Tibet Online 2015-05-13

Generally speaking, the most ideal time to travel to Tibet is May-October, and the peak season is June-August.

The ideal time to visit certain scenic spots can be categorized by month.

Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet, and the surrounding areas can be visited all year-round. It is recommended that tourists visit Lake Namtso from May to October as the rest of the year the lake is frozen.

The Bayi Township in Nyingchi City can also be visited all year round. From March to May Nyingchi’s wild flowers begin blooming, such as azaleas and peonies.The best time to visit the Yarlung Zangpo Grand Canyon is from April to October as other months the river is usually dried up. The most ideal time to visit Bome and Ra'og Lake is from March to June, and from September to December. During the rainy season in Bome between July and August, there are frequent mudslides triggered by continuous rainfall so it is advised that tourists should take caution while driving.

The Shigatse City is also suitable for year-round tours although sandstorms in winter may slightly affect your tours. The best time to visit the Mt. Qomalangma Base Camp is between March and June, while between July and August, there is quite a bit of haze.

The best time to tour Ngari is from May to October.

In short, the peak season for planning a trip to Tibet falls between May and October. The tourists can adjust their itineraries according to their schedules. Tourists can enjoy their time in Tibet, find good accommodations, and visit all of the different beautiful tourist destinations. We hope that you have a wonderful time during your trip to Tibet!

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