Extreme Sports – Beijing

Around Beijing you can scramble wild Great Wall, ride toboggans, bungee jump and ice skate. Always use licensed operators and check the weather.

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  1. Mutianyu Toboggan

    Outside the city – about 1.5 hours

    A speed-controlled toboggan slide from the Great Wall down the mountain.

    Category
    Adventure
    Duration
    1 h
    Price
    $$
    Best time
    All year
    Activity
    Toboggan
    Risk level
    Low
    Age / health warning
    People with heart, back or balance problems should consult a doctor.
    Season
    April to November

    Tip: Arrange a day tour or private car to reach the Great Wall.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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  2. Jiankou Wild Wall

    Outside the city – about 1.5 hours

    An unrestored, steep and dramatic wild section of the Great Wall.

    Category
    Climbing
    Duration
    6 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    Spring and autumn
    Activity
    Wild wall scrambling
    Risk level
    High
    Age / health warning
    Good fitness is required; there is a risk of falling.
    Season
    April to November

    Tip: Wear sturdy, non-slip shoes.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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  3. Olympic Park Cycling

    Flat, wide cycling paths around the Bird's Nest and Water Cube.

    Category
    Cycling
    Duration
    2 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    Morning
    Activity
    Cycling
    Risk level
    Low
    Age / health warning
    Wear a helmet and take care in traffic and on slopes.
    Season
    March to November

    Tip: Check the weather and air quality before you go.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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  4. Shidu Bungee Jump

    Outside the city – about 2 hours

    A high bungee jump above the river in the Shidu valley in Fangshan.

    Category
    Air sports
    Duration
    2 h
    Price
    $$
    Best time
    Spring and autumn
    Activity
    Bungee jumping
    Risk level
    High
    Age / health warning
    Not allowed with heart conditions, pregnancy or spine problems.
    Season
    May to September

    Tip: Use only licensed, insured operators.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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  5. Yanqi Lake Kayaking

    Outside the city – about 1 hours

    Kayaking and canoeing on mountain-ringed Yanqi Lake in Huairou.

    Category
    Water sports
    Duration
    2 h
    Price
    $$
    Best time
    Morning
    Activity
    Kayaking
    Risk level
    Medium
    Age / health warning
    Non-swimmers must wear a life jacket; cold water carries a hypothermia risk.
    Season
    May to September

    Tip: Use only licensed, insured operators.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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  6. Houhai Ice Skating

    Traditional ice skating and sledding on the frozen Houhai lake in winter.

    Category
    Adventure
    Duration
    1.5 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    December to February
    Activity
    Ice skating
    Risk level
    Medium
    Age / health warning
    A helmet and knee pads are advised; check that the ice is thick enough.
    Season
    December to February

    Tip: Arrive early to beat the crowds.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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  7. Shichahai Boating

    Pedal and rowing boats on Shichahai in the warm months.

    Category
    Water sports
    Duration
    1 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    Sunset
    Activity
    Boating
    Risk level
    Low
    Age / health warning
    Non-swimmers must wear a life jacket; cold water carries a hypothermia risk.
    Season
    May to September

    Tip: Use only licensed, insured operators.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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  8. Ming City Wall Ruins Cycling

    A ride along the Ming city wall remains toward Dongbianmen.

    Category
    Cycling
    Duration
    1.5 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    Morning
    Activity
    Cycling
    Risk level
    Low
    Age / health warning
    Wear a helmet and take care in traffic and on slopes.
    Season
    March to November

    Tip: Check the weather and air quality before you go.

    ⚠️ Must be done with a licensed operator.

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