AVATAR Mountain: Epic Nature or Tourist Nightmare? 🇨🇳 Zhangjiajie

Ride with Gabi July 13, 2025
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Is Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountain Worth Visiting in 2025? I traveled to the famous Avatar Mountains in China — officially known as Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, located in the Wulingyuan Scenic Area. These sandstone pillars inspired James Cameron’s Avatar, and today they’re one of China’s most visited natural wonders. But is it really a magical place… or just a tourist trap? watch the video and let me know your thoughts. ;) In this video, I explore: - The epic views of Yuanjiajie Scenic Area - The record-breaking Bailong Elevator — world’s tallest outdoor lift - The reality of mass tourism, long lines, and steep prices - The quiet side of Zhangjiajie: Tianzi Mountain gate - Whether Zhangjiajie is still worth your time in 2025 I will give you my honest take on one of China’s most surreal destinations. Sit back, relax and enjoy the video. Best, Gabi 📍 Location: Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province, China Chapters: 0:00 Avatar Mountain 0:59 Going to Zhangjiajie National forest Park 2:35 I feel Moody and Grumpy today 4:08 The real reason why I feel Grumpy 4:58 Bailong Elevator — world’s tallest outdoor lift 6:08 My WRONG expectations in China 6:48 The reality on top of Zhangjiajie 8:12 It's Overwhelming 9:32 4-day pass, but 1 day is enough! 10:32 Avatar Mountain 11:45 My honest thoughts about Avatar Mountain 12:58 Going DOWN was a NIGHTMARE. 13:44 Shall I go back? 14:26 Chat GPT gives me an alternative way 15:25 Going to Tianzi Mountain 17:01 Meeting Locals 18:00 This area of Zhangjiajie is VERY QUIET 18:25 Lunch with my new Chinese Friend 21:27 Tianzi Mountain 23:28 Most amazing place or Tourist Nightmare? 👉 CHINA BY MOTORBIKE VIDEOS: 1 - Can I get a DRIVING LICENSE in CHINA? 🇨🇳 https://youtu.be/jkHb9yBeYdA 2 - CAN I RENT A MOTORBIKE IN CHINA? 🇨🇳 https://youtu.be/I_SGonT_QRo 3 - EXPLORING THE OLDEST CAPITAL OF CHINA: XI'AN 🇨🇳 https://youtu.be/Cb1I9wyNPFM 4 - The World’s Most Dangerous Hike - But That’s Not Why I Came here 🇨🇳 Hua Shan Mountain https://youtu.be/NPBXcaghxiE?si=clpEQ-6B9YW9zPq6 5 - RIDING ALONE IN CHINA 🇨🇳 https://youtu.be/tgFUTKb_54w 6 - STUCK AT NIGHT ON WUDANG MOUNTAIN ⛰️🇨🇳 CHINA VLOG https://youtu.be/lOXytKOJTqE 7 - THE SIDE OF CHINA MOST TOURISTS NEVER SEE. 🇨🇳 https://youtu.be/jyienOvoPfw 8 - One Thing RUINED My Ride In China... But Not The Destination! 🇨🇳 Tianmen Mountain https://youtu.be/2n_JrV1rYRs 9 - AVATAR Mountain in China: Epic Nature or Tourist Nightmare? 🇨🇳 Zhangjiajie https://youtu.be/WEwXDtponnY 10 - I FOUND 3 HIDDEN GEMS WHILE RIDING THROUGH RURAL CHINA! 🇨🇳 https://youtu.be/QvyEPx_DQ6Q

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