Shangrila Outdoorsman has been offering a diverse range of customized adventures for over two decades. These adventures span across Northwest Yunnan, Western Sichuan, and Southwest Qinghai on the Tibetan–Qinghai Plateau. Our journeys include immersive cultural and pilgrimage tours. They also feature challenging trekking expeditions and scenic overland road trips. Wildlife and photography adventures are available, as well as botany-focused trips. All are designed to suit travelers with different interests, goals, and energy levels.

Among these, our botany and wildflower programs have become a favorite for many travelers who appreciate nature in detail. These trips emphasize photography and plant identification while exploring some of the most biodiverse mountain regions in western China, home to rare alpine flora and striking wildflower habitats.

Every itinerary is carefully crafted to bring together natural beauty, cultural depth, and expert guidance. Whether journeying through remote monasteries, hiking sacred peaks, visiting nomadic communities, or photographing alpine landscapes, guests experience a meaningful connection with both nature and local traditions.

Whether you’re drawn to cultural discovery, outdoor adventure, or the delicate diversity of high-altitude flora, Shangrila Outdoorsman offers journeys as varied and inspiring as the landscapes we explore.

Our story began in 2004, when we arrived in Shangrila as the first group of English‑speaking tour guides in the region. Over the past 20 years, we’ve seen the area evolve while strengthening our own ties with its people and environment. Our love for the outdoors naturally developed into a broad range of specialties — including trekking, cultural travel, photography, and botany — enriched by collaboration with scientists, naturalists, and local experts.

The Journey Begins here ………

Lithang Horse Race

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