The first step to having a great vacation in Jiuzhaigou Valley is the planning and part of the planning includes what to bring. You'd better check out our weather & climate page for average temperature before you go there.
Equipment for Any Season:
Sun Protection: Sunglasses, Sun Screen, Hat, Sun Cream, Lip Balm
Sturdy Walking Shoes
Warm Hat and Jacket for cool nights (even in the summer)
Cellphone
Camera
Film / compact flash cards for the camera. Whichever yours needs. You can buy some while there but why pay their prices.
Recharger for the battery. Seems obvious doesn't it.
A tripod? If you get an inexpensive scope (or better) don't forget a tripod.
A small backpack. Its a handy way to carry things even on a short walk.
Clothing and Personal Equipment:
Dress in layers, be willing to stop to add/take off layers to prevent overheating or getting too cold
Insulating Underwear: Capilene, polypropylene or wool blend underwear – no cotton
Mid-weight Insulating Layer: polypro or wool layers – no cotton
Heavyweight Insulating Layer: wool, down, heavy-weight fleece or other synthetic fabric. Heavy winter coat will suffice for less active pursuits. No cotton
Waterproof/windproof Outer Layer: jacket and pants
Socks: light wool or synthetic liner sock with heavier wool or synthetic outer sock. No cotton.
Hat: Headband, wool or polypro hat
Insulated Boots: water repellent outside, thick insulation.
Suggested Pack Contents for Day Trip:
Insulated vest/jacket
Snack, bread or other food. There is only one restaurant within the park, if you go there you may have to lined up to wait for a long time in the peak season. You may also hunt up a restaurant to appease your hunger outside the park's entrance, but it will wast your visit time.
Water bottle/s: Drink little, drink often!
Toilet paper
Wind/waterproof jacket and pants
Spare hat: ball cap for sun, wool or polypro hat for warmth (winter)
Spare gloves and socks (winter)
Lip balm
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Rain gear
Hiking boots with good socks
Whatever shirts and pants you need. (summer and fall)
Gaiters: gaiters cover boots and keep snow out of your shoes (winter)