How Many Kilometers Are the Dunhuang Hiking Events?

There are typically two types of Dunhuang hiking events: "Three days and two nights, 88 kilometers" and "Four days and three nights, 108 kilometers." The only difference is that the latter stays one extra day and night in the Gobi Desert and covers an additional 20 kilometers, while all other services are exactly the same.

1. How is food handled during the Dunhuang hiking events?

You don’t need to worry about food at all. For breakfast, we prepare a hearty and delicious meal, usually including steamed buns, porridge, eggs, and four kinds of pickled vegetables. For lunch, we provide egg noodles, minced meat noodles, and mutton soup. For dinner, we serve six dishes and one soup. High-end groups may also get lamb skewers and hotpot. After a long day of trekking, isn’t it a special experience to enjoy hotpot, lamb skewers, and beer in the Gobi Desert?

2. How is accommodation arranged for the Dunhuang hiking events?

We provide a large inflatable tent for ten people, along with sleeping pads and sleeping bags. The camp also supplies water for washing. However, please use water sparingly—water in the desert is more precious than gold.

3. Is there cell phone signal during the Dunhuang hiking events?

No, there is absolutely no signal during the four days and three nights. If you want to post on Moments (WeChat) or watch Douyin (TikTok), wait until you return on the afternoon of the fourth day.

4. How do you handle restroom needs during the Dunhuang hiking events?

At the campsite, portable toilets are set up. If you need to go during the hike, find a private spot away from others.

5. What if someone gets injured during the Dunhuang hiking events?

Medical staff are assigned to the event, typically one doctor for every 10–15 participants. The doctor will walk along with the group and stay close to everyone at all times.

6. What if someone can’t walk any further during the Dunhuang hiking events?

You can either rest in place or take the rescue vehicle. Each team leader is given a walkie-talkie. If any team member experiences physical discomfort, they can use the walkie-talkie to call the rescue vehicle, which usually stays about 300 meters ahead or behind each team.

7. What if it’s too sunny during the Dunhuang hiking events?

Make sure to apply sunscreen before setting out, and cover yourself up tightly. By combining magical defense (sunscreen) and physical defense (clothing), you can greatly reduce the sun’s harm in the Gobi Desert.