2024 Water-Splashing Festival Guide in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan

2024 March 13 11:57 Water-Splashing Festival A carnival is about to kick off~ Dear friends, the grand annual Water-Splashing Festival is coming soon. Prepare this guide in advance, plan your time, and head for a joyous water-splashing journey! Dai Ethnic Garden (40 RMB/person) Daily 13:30-15:30, two sessions It is the largest venue for the Water-Splashing Festival with the most people, located 30 kilometers from the downtown area. Many tourists come here specifically for the water-splashing activities. The park sells basins, clothes, and non-slip shoes. Additionally, you can watch the Dai ethnic show, float parade, dress in Dai costumes, take beautiful photos with the splendid buildings, drift on the Lancang River, take a boat on the Mekong River, and bounce with teddies. The park offers great entertainment and viewing pleasure, and it's very lively. Primitive Forest Park (60 RMB/person) Daily 14:10-16:00, two sessions The venue is small and less crowded, located ten kilometers from the downtown area. Most people come here for jungle zip-lining, monkey and peacock watching, flying, and musical instrument performances. If you're solely interested in participating in the water-splashing activities, it's not recommended to come here. Mengboda Buddha Temple (120 RMB/person) Daily 14:00-16:00 Every year during the Water-Splashing Festival, locals come here to offer incense, release lanterns, and pray for peace. The attraction is located in the downtown area and is accessible by bike. In addition, there are peacock flying, glass skywalks, and more.