Audio Guide of Lotus Peak

It is generally open from April to November, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., although it closes in winter due to snow and follows a conservation rotation cycle every 5 years. To reach it, the best option is to take the Yuping Cable Car and then begin a stepped uphill hike that requires a certain level of physical effort.

No, access to Lotus Peak is included in the general admission ticket to the Huangshan Scenic Area (about 190 CNY in high season). Be sure to book your general park admission in advance on official platforms to avoid lines.

If you have an average pace, allow between 1.5 and 2 hours to complete the ascent and descent from the cable car station. It is a steep route, so take it slowly and enjoy the views with your audio guide.

At 1,864 meters, it is the highest peak in the Yellow Mountains, and its shape resembles a blooming lotus flower, a symbol of purity in Chinese culture. It is the ultimate place to observe the famous Sea of Clouds and feel on top of the world.

The best season is from April to October to avoid ice; try to go up early in the morning for sunrise or in the late afternoon. Avoid China’s national holidays, as the crowds can make the ascent much more difficult.

Unfortunately not; although the cable car brings visitors close to the base, the ascent to the peak involves thousands of narrow, steep steps carved into the rock. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for people with heart or knee problems.

You are very close to the famous Welcome Pine, an icon of China. You can also easily connect with the route to Celestial Capital Peak if you are looking for more challenges in the same area.

Wear non-slip trekking shoes, bring enough water (it is more expensive at the top), and take a pair of fabric gloves to grip the safety chains. We recommend listening to the history of the place with IAudioguia while you catch your breath during breaks.