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Xinjiang Wilderness Traverse
Burqin · China
Moderate10 daysAsia~£2,500 est.
Overview
The Kanas Lake region in northern Xinjiang, on the border of Russia, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan, contains some of the most pristine and least-visited boreal wilderness in Asia — Mongolian-style steppe, Siberian taiga forest, and the deep blue of Kanas Lake, which local Tuvan herders believe contains a sea monster. Trekking from Hemu village through the forests and over the passes requires Chinese permits and a guide; autumn colour in late September is extraordinary.
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Prefilled for 1 August 2027 — the next best-season window. Search on partner sites — opens in a new tab.
