Medog Waterfalls

墨脱瀑布群 · Waterfall · Nyingchi

Medog's waterfalls drop through evergreen broadleaf forest on tributaries of the lower Yarlung Tsangpo. Trails are slick and the monsoon swells the flow, so keep clear of rock edges.

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TypeWaterfall
Altitude1,100 m (3,609 ft)
Visit lengthAbout 2 hours
Opening hoursDaylight hours; check seasonal access

Overview

Quick facts about Medog Waterfalls

Quick answer

Medog's waterfalls drop through evergreen broadleaf forest on tributaries of the lower Yarlung Tsangpo. Trails are slick and the monsoon swells the flow, so keep clear of rock edges.

TypeWaterfall
Altitude1,100 m (3,609 ft)
Visit lengthAbout 2 hours
Opening hoursDaylight hours; check seasonal access

How to visit

Practical advice from our Lhasa team.

  • Taxi drop-off: Designated parking area at the site entrance
  • Bus: Access is by tour vehicle or chartered car

Hotels near Medog Waterfalls

Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.

Nyingchi
Four Seasons Delek Nyingchi
Nyingchi
Dyson Hotel
Nyingchi
Lin Zhi Chomura Zong Hotel
Nyingchi
Pingcuokangsang Xuelitaohua Vacation Manor
Nyingchi
Pingcuo Kangsang Zangbo Garden Hotel
Nyingchi
Nyingchi Nanyue Avenue Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel
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Best time to visit

Average daily high and low in °C, and monthly rain in mm. Winter is cold and dry, with fewer visitors and lower hotel prices.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec41°8°130 mm
Daily highDaily lowRain
BestGoodCold or limited access

Nearby

Business District
Nyingchi City (Bayi Town)

林芝市区（八一镇）

Museum
Nyingchi Museum

林芝市博物馆

Museum
Nyingchi Ethnic Culture Hall

林芝民族文化展馆

Seasonal
Nyingchi Peach Blossom Valley

林芝桃花沟

Heritage Building
Nyingchi Bayi Bridge

林芝八一大桥

Commercial Street
Nyingchi Main Bazaar

林芝市区商业街

Questions

Medog Waterfalls is at about 1,100 m (3,609 ft) above sea level.
The better months are usually March, April, September, October.
Yes. All foreign visitors need a Tibet Travel Permit, and some areas need extra permits. We file them for you with every booking.
About 2 hours

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