
1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 79 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain worth booking?
1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain is a 8-hour experience in Zhangjiajie, China, from $27 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 79 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (79)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $27 per person
Book this one-day private tour to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and explore amazing attractions inside the park. Witness spectacular rock peaks that inspired the set of blockbuster movie, Avatar. You will be in awe by
What you get
- All taxes, handling charges and travel insurance
- English tour guide
- Bottled water
- All transportation in destination location
About this experience
Book this one-day private tour to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and explore amazing attractions inside the park. Witness spectacular rock peaks that inspired the set of blockbuster movie, Avatar. You will be in awe by magnificent scenery of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and take home with you wonderful memories of this trip.
What's included
Included
- All taxes, handling charges and travel insurance
- English tour guide
- Bottled water
- All transportation in destination location
Not included
- personal expense
- Gratuities
- All entrance tickets are not included, We reserve tickets in advance.
- Entrance Tickets: 237 + 65 + 72 = 374RMB/P, pay it to our guide after meeting .
What you'll see and do
Golden Whip Brook
Get off at Shuiraosimen Station, have a walking to Golden Whip Brook for 1-1.5KM. Golde Whip Brook is one of the most beautiful places in the whole forest park area. Take an inspiration roam along the whispering pristine water on the paved path to immerse into tranquil wonderland with fresh air, colorful blooming flowers in different seasons, lush vegetation, ect.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
BaiLong Elevator
Bailong Elevator is the highest and fastest sightseeing elevator in the world and provides a spectacular view of the sandstone peak forest. It has a height of 326 meters and can carry 3,000 people an hour in the three transparent elevators. It only takes1.5mins to travel to the top of the mountain.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Yuanjiajie is in the northern corner of Zhangjiajie National Park. This area is famous and popular for its Hallelujah mountain, named after Avatar's floating rocks.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Tianzi Mountain
Tianzi Mountain is a mesa in the northwest of Wulingyuan. Up on the mesa, the field of vision is widely opened up and it is a perfect location to have a panoramic view of the nature reserve, enjoy Helong Park, The West Sea and so on. Take Tianzi Cablecar go down.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Zhangjiajie
Please tell us the name of the hotel you are going to stay ( Zhangjiajie City or Wulingyuan, both are ok )
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Please tell us the name of the hotel you are going to stay ( Zhangjiajie City or Wulingyuan, both are ok )
Options you can book
Pick up in Zhangjiajie City
Private & No Shopping : Explore the most popular attractions inside the Park in 1 day: Bailong Elevator, Avatar Mountain and Tianzi Mountain Duration: 8 hours Inclusion: Private English-speaking guide, exclusive car & minivan, bottled water, travel insurance. Exclusion: Entry tickets & cable car. We will reserve in advance and you can pay CNY374/ person on the spot. Pickup included
Pick up in Wulingyuan
Private & No Shopping : Explore the most popular attractions inside the Park: Bailong Elevator, Avatar Mountain and Tianzi Mountain Inclusion: Private English-speaking guide, exclusive car & minivan, bottled water, travel insurance. Duration: 7 hours Exclusion: Entry tickets & cable car. We will reserve in advance and you can pay CNY374/ person on the spot. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Zhangjiajie Top Trip
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Full name, gender, passport number, nationality are required at time of booking for all participants
- Your hotel information for pick up and drop off
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 79 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
79 verified traveler reviews for 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great tour in Zhangjiajie!
Very good tour - Dora was an excellent tour guide and showed us the beautiful nature and also told us many interesting facts about the local culture. I would highly recommend her!
Response from the operator: Hi there, thank you so much for this lovely review! We're so happy to hear that Dora made your tour both beautiful and meaningful. She has such a gift for bringing local culture to life, and I know she'll be absolutely thrilled to read your kind words — I'll be sure to pass them along to her personally! It means so much to our whole team to know that the stories, the scenery, and Dora's guidance all came together to create a memorable experience for you. We'd love to welcome you back anytime for more hidden gems and fascinating stories. Until then, safe travels and thank you again for choosing us! Zhangjiajie Top Trip
via Tripadvisor
Love Lilian!
Best time exploring Avatar mountain with Lilian! She was super informative and made sure we had a great time. Definitely helpful to know what spots to hit and best views!
Response from the operator: Hi Aitana, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re absolutely thrilled you had the best time exploring Avatar Mountain with our guide Lilian. It means a great deal to us that you loved her detailed introductions and thoughtful tips on must-see spots and the most stunning viewpoints. We will definitely pass your warm compliments to Lilian. Hope you enjoy your trip to Tianmen Mountain and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon today. We also wish you will have a chance to revisit Zhangjiajie and explore its marvelous mountain scenery sometime in the future. Travel with Zhangjiajie Top Trip is more than an experience! Warm regards, Claror
via Viator
Great experience (even when raining!)
The park is large, and it was great to have a guide help me with the shuttle buses/transfers. My guide, Amy, was knowledgeable, helpful, and fun to spend the day with. She helped me know what the best seats would be, the best places to take pictures, etc. She was even willing to message with me to help me find other things to do while I was in town. I was only in the area for a weekend, so Amy helped make sure I got the most out of it!
Response from the operator: Hi there, We are truly delighted to receive your warm feedback about your Zhangjiajie trip with our guide Amy. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the well-arranged shuttle transfers and professional guiding service amid the vast scenic park. We’re so glad Amy brought you such a fantastic day out. It’s wonderful to hear she shared great tips on ideal viewing seats and perfect photography spots for you. We really appreciate her extra effort to keep in touch and recommend local activities for you during your short weekend stay here, making sure you made the most of your limited time in Zhangjiajie. We will pass your kind compliments to Amy and encourage our whole team to keep delivering thoughtful, friendly service. Wish you an amazing time exploring Zhangjiajie in the coming week. Please feel free to reach out to us anytime if you need further assistance. Best regards, Claror
via Tripadvisor
Pure Magic In Zhangjiajie
Today's trip to Zhangjiajie was absolutely amazing! The scenery was breathtaking, with stunning mountain views that exceeded all my expectations. A special thank you to Jenny, who made the entire experience exceptional. She knows Zhangjiajie like the back of her hand, and every detail of the day was perfectly organized. Thanks to her expertise, we avoided unnecessary waiting, saw the best viewpoints, and enjoyed a seamless itinerary. Jenny also shared many valuable recommendations, not only for the rest of my current visit but also for a future trip with my children, which I truly appreciated. I highly recommend visiting Zhangjiajie, and if you have the chance, ask for Jenny as your guide. She is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about making sure her guests have the best possible experience. It was an unforgettable day, and I couldn't have asked for a better guide.
Response from the operator: Dear Nadia, thanks so much for booking this tour with us, delighted to know that you had a great time with our tour guide Jenny, we do hope we can have the honor to serve you again in the future. Travel with Zhangjiajie Top Trip is more than an experience !
via Viator
An awesome day immersed in the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
These mountains are absolutely breathtaking at every turn. It is one of the world's true natural wonders and a must see on any bucket list. I'd highly recommend booking this day trip. Arianna our guide was very knowledgeable and fantastic with our 3 kids. The shuttle buses within the park are very convenient too. A hot tip, if going during the busy period ask to get the VIP tickets as we saw many signs saying wait times in busy periods can be over 30mins
Response from the operator: Hi,there.Thank you so much for your glowing five-star review and lovely feedback! We are thrilled to hear that the magnificent mountain scenery of Zhangjiajie took your breath away. It means a lot that you regard this natural wonder as an unmissable spot on travel bucket lists. We are incredibly glad Arianna did such an amazing job accompanying your whole family. It warms our hearts to know she was patient, informative and great with your three kids during the day tour. We will definitely pass your kind compliments on to her. It’s wonderful that you found the in-park shuttle buses convenient for sightseeing. Also, we really appreciate you sharing such a practical VIP ticket tip for peak seasons! This valuable suggestion will help lots of future visitors save plenty of waiting time. We sincerely hope to welcome you and your family back to explore more stunning scenery here someday. Best regards Zhangjiajie top trip
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $27 to $189
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Zhangjiajie Top Trip, who run 13 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.5.
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1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Zhangjiajie.
How much does 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain cost?
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Prices start at $27 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Zhangjiajie usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Zhangjiajie is not rushed.
Is 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 79 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Zhangjiajie, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain?
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Around 28 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Zhangjiajie can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Zhangjiajie and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Zhangjiajie within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Zhangjiajie?
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On Outty we rank every Zhangjiajie experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 1-Day Best Mini Group & Private Tours to Mt. Avatar & Forest Park, 1-2 Days All-inclusive Tours: Mt Avatar, Glass Bridge, Mt Tianmen, 1-Day Private Zhangjiajie Tour to Avatar Mountain & Glass Bridge. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Zhangjiajie?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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