Under new 2026 rules, overnight camping in Xishuangbanna is only permitted at licensed commercial campsites, highway service area RV stations, and designated municipal parking areas. Overnight stays on riverbanks, in primary rainforests, and nature reserves are banned. Daytime temperatures in the city average 30-35°C, while Menghai tea mountains reach 22°C and rainforests 24-26°C. A 7-day trip costs 1,060-8,000 yuan per person. Recommended itineraries: families with children should choose Mengyuan Fairyland and Dai Park; budget travelers can bring their own tents; RV users should use official stations.
