# Altitude in Yunnan: what families should know

A short guide to the height of each stop on a Yunnan private trip, from Kunming at 1,890 m to Shangri-La at 3,300 m, with notes on who should take the lower options and what to do if someone in your group feels unwell.

Last checked 2026-10-19 · by the Uncle Panda team

## How high is it?

| Place | Altitude |
| --- | --- |
| Kunming | 1,890 m |
| Dali | 1,980 m |
| Lijiang | 2,400 m |
| Shangri-La | 3,300 m |
| Snow mountain glacier park | 4,506–4,680 m (short visit) |

## Who should take the lower options

- Travellers aged 70+
- Young children
- Anyone with heart or lung conditions

**Please check with a doctor before booking** if anyone in your group has a health condition.

## If someone feels unwell

Tell your driver-guide straight away: **rest, go lower, and see a doctor** if it does not improve.

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