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Beihai Wetland Scenic Area

Grass-mat experience is not offered to children under 1.2 m or seniors over 60, per the official notice. Wear a life…

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★★★★★4.6(24 reviews)

$6–$8

1–3 hours

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Overview

Key takeaway

Grass-mat experience is not offered to children under 1.2 m or seniors over 60, per the official notice. Wear a life vest; water reaches 13 m—do not swim. Store phones/cameras before boarding.

Time & cost

Plan 1–3 hours. Budget: $6–$8. Hours: Open 08:30–19:00, ticket sales stop at 18:30 per the official notice. Grass-mat boats may pause in wind/rain; iris flowers bloom May–June..

Best for

Best for first-time Tengchong visitors who want a clear 1–3 hours stop without guesswork.

Practical

Price$6–$8
Duration1–3 hours
HoursOpen 08:30–19:00, ticket sales stop at 18:30 per the official notice. Grass-mat boats may pause in wind/rain; iris flowers bloom May–June.
Getting thereAbout 12.5 km northeast of town in Beihai Township; di-di/car charter from town (~20 min). Walk the boardwalk or take the grass-mat boat on the floating rafts.

Tips

On site

Grass-mat experience is not offered to children under 1.2 m or seniors over 60, per the official notice.

Timing

Wear a life vest; water reaches 13 m—do not swim.

Also

Store phones/cameras before boarding.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (Open 08:30–19:00, ticket sales stop at 18:30 per the official notice. Grass-mat boats may pause in wind/rain; iris flowers bloom May–June.). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.

Pay

Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.

Show this

Show the Chinese name “腾冲北海湿地” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.

Show to staff

你好，请问入口在哪里？我有预约/门票，谢谢。

Nǐ hǎo, qǐngwèn rùkǒu zài nǎlǐ? Wǒ yǒu yùyuē / ménpiào, xièxie.

Hi — where is the entrance? I have a reservation/ticket. Thank you.

Location & how to go

Beihai Wetland Scenic Area, Tengchong

MetroAbout 12.5 km northeast of town in Beihai Township; di-di/car charter from town (~20 min). Walk the boardwalk or take the grass-mat boat on the floating rafts.
BusAbout 12.5 km northeast of town in Beihai Township; di-di/car charter from town (~20 min). Walk the boardwalk or take the grass-mat boat on the floating rafts.
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “腾冲北海湿地” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 reviews

  • ChinaPie Editors★★★★★
    Editor note

    We verified wheelchair access and the alternate lane — both match the practical notes below.

  • ChinaPie Editors★★★★★
    Editor note

    ChinaPie editors verified the ticket window and entry rules in person. Arrive before 08:30 to skip the school-group queues.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Beihai Wetland Scenic Area?

$6–$8

What are the opening hours of Beihai Wetland Scenic Area?

Open 08:30–19:00, ticket sales stop at 18:30 per the official notice. Grass-mat boats may pause in wind/rain; iris flowers bloom May–June.

How do I get to Beihai Wetland Scenic Area?

About 12.5 km northeast of town in Beihai Township; di-di/car charter from town (~20 min). Walk the boardwalk or take the grass-mat boat on the floating rafts.

How long should I spend at Beihai Wetland Scenic Area?

1–3 hours

Any practical tips for Beihai Wetland Scenic Area?

Grass-mat experience is not offered to children under 1.2 m or seniors over 60, per the official notice. Wear a life vest; water reaches 13 m—do not swim. Store phones/cameras before boarding.

Is Beihai Wetland Scenic Area in Tengchong easy for first-time visitors?

Yes as a typical tourist stop. Save the metro stop, screenshot tickets/hours, and allow extra time on weekends.

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