Dear tourists:

Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area, known as the "Mirror of the Sky" in China, is renowned for its unique salt lake scenery of "the water and the sky blending into one and the mirror reflecting the view". It has its own charm in each season and offers beautiful views throughout the year. To facilitate everyone's reasonable itinerary planning, the operation information of the scenic area in November 2025 is hereby informed as follows. We sincerely welcome tourists to come and explore the winter romance of the "Mirror of the Sky".

I. Operating Hours

From November 1st to November 30th, 2025, the daily business hours are from 08:00 to 18:00.

Ii. Ticketing and Project Charging Standards

Due to the influence of winter weather conditions, some items and charging standards have been adjusted as follows:

Project Name, Charging Standard, Remarks

The full price of the ticket is 30 yuan per person

The half-price ticket at 15 yuan per person is valid for 48 hours from the date of purchase and supports multiple entries.

The track train (one way) costs 50 yuan per person and goes deep into the core scenic area of the lake district to experience the salt lake scenery in an immersive way.

The sightseeing electric vehicle (one-way) costs 5 yuan per person, connecting the Sky Mirror Station in the scenic area to the Chaka Salt Station, providing convenient transportation services.

Free visits to the Chaka Salt Lake Cultural Center allow you to immerse yourself in the cultural heritage of the salt lake

The parking lot is free for 30 minutes

Zone D: Self-driving RV campsite parking area, 10 yuan per vehicle within 12 hours

Zone E: New energy vehicle charging piles, non-motorized vehicle areas, and barrier-free parking areas

Iii. Ticket Purchasing Methods

(1) Online reservation and ticket purchase

Purchase tickets in advance through online platforms and directly scan the code for verification upon entry, including wechat official accounts, Douyin official accounts, Ctrip, Meituan and other tourism service platforms (search for "Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area").

(2) Purchase tickets at the on-site window

The ticket hall of the scenic area is equipped with multiple Windows and supports various payment methods, including cash, wechat Pay, Alipay, bank cards, etc.

Iv. Tourist Tips

1. Weather and Clothing: The temperature in Qinghai during autumn and winter is relatively low (it may drop to -5℃ to 10℃ during the day, and even colder at night). It is recommended to bring down jackets, scarves, gloves, hats and other cold protection and warmth equipment.

2. Identity Verification: The scenic area implements a "real-name ticket purchase + real-name entry" system. Please carry your ID card, passport or other valid identification documents with you at all times to avoid affecting your entry.

3. Civilized Sightseeing: Please travel civilly. Do not damage the salt lake's crystalline layer at will, do not litter, and do not damage salt sculptures or public facilities. Let's jointly protect the pure ecology of the salt lake.

4. Emergency Notice: In case of severe weather conditions such as strong winds, heavy snow, or sandstorms, the scenic area may temporarily adjust its opening hours or close. Please keep an eye on the notifications from the scenic area's official wechat public account or Douyin account, or call the consultation hotline for confirmation.

V. Contact Information

Consultation and complaint: 0977-8246999

Hotel Reservation: 0977-8241555

Submission email: chakasl@163.com

Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area will welcome every visitor with high-quality services and comprehensive guarantees. May the vastness and magnificence of the northwest bring you a peaceful and unforgettable journey!

This is hereby announced.

Qinghai Chaka Salt Lake Cultural Tourism Development Co., LTD

October 30, 2025