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Minqin Suwu Desert Tourism Area

民勤县苏武沙漠景区

Gansu, Wuwei·37.3671°N, 101.5895°E

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 80, off-season CNY 50

Duration

3-4 hours

About Minqin Suwu Desert Tourism Area

Experience camel rides, dune boarding, and starlit nights in this magnificent desert landscape of Gansu.

Highlights

• Desert park named after the Han envoy Su Wu, with dunes and oasis. • Camel rides, sand surfing, and desert camping. • Stargazing at night.

Suggested Route

Gate, dune boardwalk, camel area, then the oasis; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Desert-camp dining; stay in yurts or Minqin town hotels.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, camel and sand-board rental, and camping.

Travel Tips

Best visited in morning for fewer crowds. Bring snacks as food options may be limited inside.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: May-October

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)

Getting There

Minqin County, Wuwei (~90 km north of city, on edge of Tengger Desert). Nearest HSR: Wuwei East (~95 km); nearest airport: Jinchuan (~140 km). Best by car.

Reservation

Reservation policy unclear; advise booking ahead via official platform.

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 80 (≈ $11), off-season CNY 50 (≈ $7.0)

Address

甘肃省武威市民勤县民东公里26公里处

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

民勤县苏武沙漠景区

甘肃省武威市民勤县民东公里26公里处

37.3671, 101.5895

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