Overview

The Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences is a comprehensive research institution and scenic spot in Mengla County, Menglun Town, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China. Established in 1959 by the renowned Chinese botanist Cai Xitao, it is directly under the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The garden integrates scientific research, species conservation, and science popularization education. With an area of approximately 1,125 hectares, it collects over 13,000 species of live plants, establishing 38 specialized plant areas and preserving a 250-hectare primitive tropical rainforest. It is one of China's botanical gardens with the richest species collection and the most specialized plant areas, and it also boasts the largest number of outdoor plant species preserved and plant groups displayed to the public worldwide.
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences

Advantages

  • Rich Biodiversity: As one of the regions with the richest biodiversity in China, the garden is home to a vast array of plant species.
  • Scientific Research and Education: It serves as a hub for tropical ecological research and provides important scientific support for biodiversity conservation and ecosystem monitoring.
  • Beautiful Scenery: Visitors can immerse themselves in the lush tropical rainforest and appreciate the wonders of nature.
  • Educational Activities: The garden offers various educational programs, including guided tours, science camps, and online science popularization content, making it an ideal destination for learning and exploration.

Ticket Prices

  • Adult Ticket: ¥80
  • Ticket + West Zone Shuttle Bus: ¥130
  • Ticket + Full Garden Shuttle Bus: ¥180
  • Special discounts are available for children, seniors, students, and other eligible groups. Please visit the official website or contact the garden for more information.

Opening Hours

  • Daily: 08:00 - 18:00 (last entry at 18:00)

Discount Policies

  • Free entry for children aged 6 or younger or under 1.2 meters tall.
  • Discounted tickets for youth aged 7 to 18, seniors aged 60 to 69, and full-time students with valid ID.
  • Free entry for seniors aged 70 or older, disabled individuals with valid ID, active military personnel, disabled military personnel, retired military personnel, and their dependents.

Transportation

By Taxi or Didi Chuxing (China's Uber)

  • Destination: Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences
  • Address: Menglun Town, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
  • From the nearby city or airport, visitors can take a taxi or order a ride through Didi Chuxing directly to the garden's entrance.

Keywords (Chinese & English)

  • 中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园 (Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of Chinese Academy of Sciences)
  • 科学研究 (Scientific Research)
  • 物种保存 (Species Conservation)
  • 科普教育 (Science Popularization Education)
  • 热带雨林 (Tropical Rainforest)
  • 生物多样性 (Biodiversity)
  • 票价 (Ticket Price)
  • 开放时间 (Opening Hours)
  • 优惠政策 (Discount Policy)
  • 交通指南 (Transportation Guide)