Thanks all, AlexKMG...I think I am actually happier going in driest month...track has got to be safer than if its been raining for days :-)
kc430 we come to China for a cultural experience for our kids too, our Mandarin has gotten to a good level over the years and chatting to locals and staff is all part of the experience for the kids.
China is China, with a lot of people...I suppose if we wanted to relax we would have chosen to go to a nice mountain resort somewhere in New Zealand (sounds tempting :-) But learning how to 'be in China' is all part of our experience and real life learning for the kids...I suppose we are part of the '5000' tourists and we have no more right to an unspoilt wilderness as anybody else.
Even though the nostalgic memory of Tiger Leaping Gorge 20 yrs ago would be nice to keep...our adventure this time is in the 'now' and whatever comes with it :-)
colinflahive....thanks... it gives me confidence the kids will be fine on the track, I think I know they will be fine...just those parental worries creeping in :-)
Hi all, hubby and I hiked tiger leaping gorge in 1997, want to do now with our kids (10 and 12) this time in our upcoming Yunnan trip in Jan. They are used to extended overland hikes in Australia, fit and high level of endurance on rugged terrain etc.
used to traveling china etc it's our third exploration of Yunnan together with the kids.
But I've had this little wave of doubt whether the hike is not safe enough for the kids...reading about how the track is narrow in spots etc...has anyone recently done hike to give me an update of how they feel would be for kids (not fitness side....my kids are Duracell batteries who can walk for days with packs on :-) just 'safety' wise.
It's been 20 yrs since hubby and I did it ...I think I am over worrying, but I can't seem to find any blog diary of anyone doing with kids.....any input for me? We are going in Jan, so should be dry track. Any helpful suggestions welcome :-)
I need a self contained apartment for me and my kids for 2 months starting 1st nov...does anyone have any suggestions, of course would love to be close to park, and central kunming, but the self contained I can find online are booked or way too dear. I could prob go up to $50 per night for right place but really could do with cheaper...
