Tibet Winter Travel Tips
Tibet is covered by ice and snow all the year. Most people consider that winter is not a good season to visit. However, according to experienced travelers, the average temperature of Tibet in winter is about 12 degrees Celsius and can be even higher in the daytime because of intensive sunlight. Winter is also a good season for travellers to start a Tibet tour.

Recommended scenic spots
Recommended Tibet scenic spots in winter for travelers are concentrated around Lhasa and Nyingchi. The first is Mount Namjagbarwa whose relatively low altitude and high humidity covers the mountain in fog and cloud both in spring and summer. So the dry season(from September to the spring) is the best time to visit Mount Namjagbarwa. Other sights include the new and old sections of Lhasa, boating in the Crayon Brahmaputra, taking pictures at the joint of two rivers (the Niyang river and Brahmaputra river).

Things to take to make sure for an easy winter holiday in Tibet
Average altitude in those areas s around 3,000 meters and only cause slight altitude sickness. Taking some anti-anoxic medicines like Hongjingtian and Gaoyuanan is enough for the first few days after arriving at those places.

Other things that is neccesary for travellers who visit Tibet in winter holiday are sunglasses, glacier caps and sunscreen creams preventing over-exposure to intensive sunshine and snow blindness. Some ginger powder is also helpful for travellers to get rid of bugs because that not all hostels in Tibet can provide bed blankets free of these insects. Breathable underwear is better than cotton underwear because cotton underwear is airtight and the undrained sweat makes people feel cold. Last but not least, take some painkillers like paracetemol or aspirin, which can help with frostbite as well as aches and colds

The main food in Tibet in winter is meat. Famous local snacks include mutton eaten with the hands, roasted sheep intestines and dried meat.

Q&A

Q1.Is it suitable for travel to Tibet in winter?
A: In fact,Tibet is not cold in winter.The average daytime temperature is about 10℃-18℃ in winter, even warmer than in Shanghai.But temperature difference is large between the day and night.
However ,the vegetation are relative scarcity in the winter,with the dry air,which are likely to add to the high plateau reaction, The Wild Tibet tour: Lhasa-Nyingtri, is head picked itinerary .The average altitude of Nyingtri is only 3000 meters above the sea level with abundant vegetation,
Actually,the best way to prevent the high altitude sickness is maintaining the good mood.

Q2. What on earth could be experience in Tibet in winter?
A: With the dry air, less cloud and blue sky, you would be possible to take photos of Namche Barwa Crayon, the most beautiful Crayon in China,if lucky enough.
Nyingchi is also reputed as the “t The Switzerland of Tibet". Baksun Tso like a fairyland. As one of the three holy lake, Yamdroktso are also unforgettable You have more time to visit the Potala Palace , Jokhang Temple than the peak season.There are Tibetan folk experience, and other activities.

Q3.What equipment is required for visiting Tibet in the winter?
A:Due to a larger temperature difference between day and night in Tibet , Therefore, we recommend that you put down jacket, sweater, , thermal underwear, and so on,.
In addition, sunglasses, sunscreen (SPF 30 and above), lip balm (heavy oil-based), skin cream (heavy oil-based) are also necessary items.

Q4.What need to pay attention in Tibet in the winter?
A: In fact, You should pay attention to keep warm in every season when you travel to Tibet in order to avoid high altitude sickness brought by the cold.
We also suggest the travelers don’t taking a shower at the first and second day, (but can do some simple personal hygiene), Because you are not adapt yourself to the high plateau environment,and could not control the water temperature.
For the cold water, it will easier for you to catch a cold.For hot water will accelerate blood circulation, thereby increasing the high altitude reaction.

Q5.About the transportation,is it safe in winter?
There is 318 national highway from Lhasa to Nyingchi with all-asphalt surface, and good road conditions, the speed limit is 80KM / H at this area. We will obey the traffic rules severely and guarantee every visitors safe.

Q6.How to enter Tibet and the train is available in winter?
A:By air, there are several routes are available now: Beijing-Lhasa, Shanghai-Lhasa, Chengdu -Lhasa,Xi'an-Lhasa, Xining-Lhasa, Guangzhou-Lhasa, Chongqing-Lhasa, Kathmandu-Lhasa. By land, the possible routes are: Qinghai-Lhasa, Sichuan-Lhasa, Yunnan-Lhasa and Kathmandu-Lhasa. However,land transportation takes much longer time, and can be very tough, especially the Sichuan-Lhasa route. By train,with the opening of Qinghai-Tibet train-the highest train in the world,you could see more desert ,grassland , Tibetan plants,native Tibetan tents,yak. It will take longer but it will be more beautiful and attractive than taking the plane. The railway is convenient, fast, safe, and comfortable. When the railway competes with flying, the usual means for travelers entering Tibet, there are a lot of advantages.It’s amazing experience,you can’t miss it.Even in winter,the train is also run at every two days.