Nujiang Source Route Node

怒江源线路节点 · River · Qamdo

The Nujiang source node lies where the northern plateau falls towards the Hengduan ranges, with meltwater gathering into the upper Salween. It is high and cold, with travel concentrated in summer and autumn.

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TypeRiver
Altitude4,500 m (14,764 ft)
Visit lengthAbout 2 hours
Opening hoursDaylight hours; check seasonal access

Overview

Quick facts about Nujiang Source Route Node

Quick answer

The Nujiang source node lies where the northern plateau falls towards the Hengduan ranges, with meltwater gathering into the upper Salween. It is high and cold, with travel concentrated in summer and autumn.

TypeRiver
Altitude4,500 m (14,764 ft)
Visit lengthAbout 2 hours
Opening hoursDaylight hours; check seasonal access

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

Hotels near Nujiang Source Route Node

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

Qamdo
Pingcuo Kangsang BaSu RanWuhu Fuyang Hotel
Qamdo
Ronnie Tibetans Camp
Qamdo
Eight Stays Royal Hotel
Qamdo
Jingshang Resort Hotel (Basu Dorla Shenshan Branch)
Qamdo
Basu Kangcheng Oxygen Supply Hotel (National Highway G318 County Government)
Qamdo
Songtsam Rumei Lodge (Markam)
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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.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec18°-15°130 mm
Daily highDaily lowRain
BestGoodCold or limited access

Nearby

Business District
Chamdo Town

昌都市区

Museum
Qamdo Museum

昌都市博物馆

Religious Site
Qambaling Monastery

强巴林寺

Archaeological Site
Karub Ruins

卡若遗址

Route
Three Rivers East Margin Route Node

三江并流东缘线路节点

Transport Gateway
Chamdo–Ranwu Route Gateway

昌都—然乌线路节点

Questions

Nujiang Source Route Node is at about 4,500 m (14,764 ft) above sea level. Plan a slow first day and drink plenty of water.
The better months are usually May, June, 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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