Yangpachen Hot Springs
Geothermal outdoor pools on the high plateau at about 4,300 metres, with snow peaks over the steam. Soaking time should be limited at this altitude; it makes a natural overnight stop combined with a Namtso trip.
Overview
Quick facts about Yangpachen Hot Springs
Geothermal outdoor pools on the high plateau at about 4,300 metres, with snow peaks over the steam. Soaking time should be limited at this altitude; it makes a natural overnight stop combined with a Namtso trip.
| Type | Hot Spring |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 4,300 m (14,108 ft) |
| Visit length | About 2.5 hours |
| Opening hours | Pools 09:00-22:00 |
| Good to know | Geothermal outdoor pools on the high plateau at about 4,300 metres, where you can soak with views of snow peaks - a favourite overnight stop on the Namtso route |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Walk slowly. Steep stairs at altitude are harder — come on your second or third day, not the day you arrive.
- Taxi drop-off: Hot spring resort entrance on the Qinghai-Tibet highway
- Bus: Buses toward Damxung stop at Yangpachen, about 1.5 hours from Lhasa
Hotels near Yangpachen Hot Springs
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
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