Ulan Buh Desert
乌兰布和沙漠
One of China's eight major deserts, lying on the western edge of the Hetao Plain. Go sandboarding, ride camels, go desert off-roading and stargazing.
The Ulan Buh Desert lies west of the Hetao Plain, spanning Dengkou, Hangjin Back Banner and Alxa Left Banner, with dunes, lakes and shelterbelts interwoven. Around Shahai Town in Hangjin Back Banner, the Shahai Lake tourism area and the surroundings of Nalin Lake offer sandboarding, camel riding and desert off-roading, with stargazing at camp at night. Stay sun-protected and hydrated. Only go off-road with a licensed guide, and never venture deep into the desert alone by car. The coordinates are estimated for the desert edge on the Hangjin Back Banner side. The image shows a lake in the Ulan Buh Desert within Alxa.
Opening hours
All day (camp activities depend on operator)
Nearby sights
- Fuyin Monastery (Beisi)
- Alxa Museum
- Yanfu Temple
- Dingyuanying Ancient Town
- Guangzong Monastery (Nansi) & Helan Mountain Scenic Area
- Swan Lake (Tengger Desert)
- Dream Desert Motor Park
- Moon Lake (Tengger Desert)