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Winter Fishing at Ulungu Lake, 5 Days
5 days · Altay access

Winter Fishing at Ulungu Lake, 5 Days

Fuhai Winter Fishing・Ice Netting on the Ice・Keketuohai Snow Scenery

Reference Price

$820from / person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a groupTwo people make a pair
IntensityRelaxed
Best seasonWinter Fishing Exclusive
TrafficBusiness vehicle charter
AccommodationCounty town hotel
Departure MonthJanuary

Prices vary between peak and off-peak seasons; the following order confirmation shall prevail · Tickets for highlands and peak seasons need to be booked in advance

Itinerary Details

All routes are for reference only, the actual route is subject to the explanation of customer service

Watching tens of kilograms of big fish being pulled out of the net on the ice at minus thirty degrees is the highlight ceremonial experience of winter in Xinjiang.

Day-by-day itinerary5 days in total · daily destination, meals, accommodation and transport

Expand day by day; click a title to collapse. Itinerary for reference and may be adjusted for weather and traffic.

  1. D1Altay gathering

    DestinationJiangjun Mountain Ski Resort Night Skiing (Optional)

    Meals
    Self-sufficient in meals
    Accommodation
    urban area
    Transport
    Private car airport/train station pickup
    Distance
    within the city
    Daily detailAltay Assembly: Night skiing at General Mountain Ski Resort (optional).
    Today is mainly focused on assembly and adapting to the city. The tour guide will hold a sign at the airport/station to pick you up; the specific transfer time will be based on the flight information.
  2. DestinationAltay—Fuhai—Ulungu Lake Winter Fishing On-Site Observation

    Meals
    Breakfast (hotel) | Lunch and dinner on your own
    Accommodation
    Fuhai
    Transport
    Business vehicle charter
    Distance
    About 60 km / 1 hour
    Daily detailAltay—Fuhai—Ulungu Lake Winter Fishing Observation.
    Accommodation for the night will be in Fuhai, with free activities after check-in; the departure time for the next day will be confirmed with the driver-guide the night before.
  3. DestinationLake District Fish Feast・Ice Activities—Ulungu Lake Yadan Coast

    Meals
    Breakfast (hotel) | Lunch and dinner on your own
    Accommodation
    Fuhai
    Transport
    Business vehicle charter
    Distance
    Subject to charter arrangement
    Daily detailLakeside Fish Feast + Ice Activities — Ulungu Lake Yadan Coast.
    Accommodation for the night is arranged in Fuhai. After checking in, free activities are available; departure time for the next day should be confirmed with the driver-guide the night before.
  4. DestinationFuhai — Koktokay Snow Scenery and No. 3 Mine

    Meals
    Breakfast (hotel) | Lunch and dinner on your own
    Accommodation
    Cocotohai
    Transport
    Business vehicle charter
    Distance
    About 220 km / 3 hours
    Daily detailFuhai—Cocotohai snow scenery and No. 3 Mine.
    Accommodation for the night is arranged in Cocotohai. After checking in, you are free to explore; the departure time for the next day will be confirmed with the driver and guide the night before.
  5. DestinationKeketuohai—Altay Airport Drop-off

    Meals
    Breakfast (hotel) | Lunch and dinner on your own
    Accommodation
    Transport
    Business vehicle charter
    Distance
    Subject to charter arrangement
    Daily detailKeketuohai—Altay Airport Transfer.

Daily Itinerary

  • D1 Altay Gathering: Night skiing at General Mountain Ski Resort (optional), overnight in the city.
  • D2 Altay—Fuhai—Witness winter fishing at Ulungu Lake, overnight in Fuhai.
  • D3 Lake area fish feast + ice activities—Ulungu Lake Yadan Coast, overnight in Fuhai.
  • D4 Fuhai—Cocotohai snow scenery and No. 3 Mine, overnight in Cocotohai.
  • D5 Cocotohai—Altay airport transfer.

In winter, the daytime and nighttime temperatures in Northern Xinjiang range from -15°C to -30°C. Photography equipment should meet cold region standards; follow instructions when walking on ice and do not cross safety lines.

Costs include

Full transportation with driver-guide, accommodations within the itinerary, Winter Fishing Festival observation and scenic area tickets, daily breakfast, and insurance.

Cost not included

Main transportation, set meals, fish feast, optional ice activities, single room supplement.

Booking Reminder

The opening day of the Winter Fishing Festival varies each year (mostly in early January) and is subject to the announcement for that year; crampons and hand warmers are sold on-site, but it is recommended to bring your own.

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