Basum Tso (Basongcuo) Lake Tourism Area

林芝市巴松措景区

Tibet, Nyingchi★ 4.6Designated 2017·29.7960°N, 94.3170°E

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 120/Off-peak CNY 60

Duration

3 to 5 hours

Rating

4.6 / 5.0

Designated

2017

About Basum Tso (Basongcuo) Lake Tourism Area

Basum Tso is a sacred turquoise alpine lake in Tibet, dotted with an island temple reachable by boat and ringed by forested peaks. The surrounding highland scenery is among Nyingchi's most beautiful.

Highlights

A sacred turquoise lake with an island temple (Tsozong Gongba); surrounding snow peaks; the Tibetan village of Jieba.

Suggested Route

Take the shuttle to the lake, walk the boardwalk, boat to the island temple, viewpoint at Darcha-la; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Tibetan yak beef and highland barley; stay at the lakeside lodges or Bayi town.

Facilities

Shuttles, boats, restrooms and parking; highland but moderate altitude.

Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June to September (warm season) or winter for snow activities

🏮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.