Menghai Hot Springs
Menghai, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China
- Location
- Menghai, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 48 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Located in the province of Yunnan, China, Menghai Hot Springs offer a natural setting for an unforgettable experience. Soak in the warm waters rich in bicarbonate, within a long thermal tradition. The springs are surrounded by lush greenery and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can enjoy a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Insider tip — Menghai Hot Springs bubble up in the tropical rainforest foothills of Xishuangbanna, near the Myanmar border, where the Hengduan mountain range's deep faults carry geothermal water to the surface at 48°C. The lush Dai-minority landscape of rubber plantations and tropical hardwoods gives these springs a distinctly Southeast Asian character within Chinese territory. The springs are best enjoyed after visiting a nearby Dai village to understand the deep cultural ties between the local people and the forest environment.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 48 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.