The Valley of the Four Winds is one of Pandaria’s central zones, known for its farmlands, rivers, and relaxed atmosphere. Players usually enter here at level 86-87, right after finishing the Jade Forest. The zone also hides several treasures and rare spawns that are worth tracking down.
Exploring the valley can reward you with items tied to achievements like Lost and Found and Glorious!, plus a few unique drops that are useful or just fun collectibles. This guide lists all Valley of the Four Winds treasures, rare spawn locations, and an efficient route for gathering them.
How to Explore Valley of the Four Winds
- Level Range: The zone is designed for level 86-87 characters, but the treasures and rares can be looted by anyone. Keep in mind that a few treasures, like the Virmen Treasure Cache, require a flying mount to reach.
- Location: The Valley of the Four Winds sits just south of Kun-Lai Summit and west of Krasarang Wilds. You’ll enter the zone along the same road from the Jade Forest.
- Plan your route in a north-to-south loop (starting near the Stormstout Brewery and ending around Thunderfoot Fields) to avoid unnecessary backtracking.
- Exploration Achievements:
- Lost and Found: for locating Pandaria’s hidden treasures.
- Glorious!: for hunting down all rare spawns across Pandaria, including those in the Valley.
- Explore Valley of the Four Winds: a simple map exploration achievement that you’ll complete while hunting treasures anyway.
Valley of the Four Winds Treasures (All Locations)
Here’s every known treasure in the zone, with coordinates and notes:
| Treasure | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Pandaren Woodcutter | /way 45.4 38.2 | Speak to the Ghostly Pandaren Craftsman near a rock outcrop to receive this item. |
| Cache of Pilfered Goods | /way 43.6 37.5 (Springtail Warren cave) | Bamboo chest inside the virmen cave among carrot piles. Clear mobs before looting. |
| Ancient Pandaren Fishing Charm | /way 46.8 24.6 | Talk to the Ghostly Pandaren Fisherman at the shoreline to gain this treasure. Boosts fishing. |
| Staff of the Hidden Master | Multiple spawns | Spawns leaning against bamboo clusters. Possible points: 15.4 29.1, 17.5 35.8, 19.1 37.9, 15.0 33.7, 19.0 42.5. |
| Saurok Stone Tablet | /way 75.0 55.1 (cave) | Found in a cave west of Zhu’s Watch in Krasarang. Entrance: /way 71.0 9.0. The tablet sits beside barrels with green runes. |
| Virmen Treasure Cache | /way 23.7 28.3 (Skyrange) | Requires flying mount. Inside a leaf-covered cave. Contains ~100 gold. |
| Boat-Building Instructions | /way 92.0 39.0 | Bamboo ledger on a table inside a boat. Counts as lore treasure, not tied to achievements. |
Collecting these will also progress broader Pandaria treasure achievements like One Man’s Trash… Is Another Man’s Treasure.
Valley of the Four Winds Rare Spawns
Rares here drop unique vanity items and count toward the Glorious! achievement.
| Rare Mob | Type | Special Drop | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nasra Spothide | Pandaren Champion | Seed of Tranquil Growth | 88.4, 17.4 – 89.8, 21.6 |
| Salyin Warscout | Saurok Champion | Salyin Battle Banner | 75.6, 46.6 – 67.4, 60.0 |
| Sele’na | Jinyu Champion | Overgrown Lilypad | 52.2, 27.4 – 59.6, 39.0 |
| Sulik’shor | Mogu Sorcerer | Crystal of Insanity | 36.8, 23.8 – 37.4, 33.2 |
| Blackhoof | Yaungol Champion | Battle Horn | 32.8, 61.4 – 42.6, 72.6 |
| Nal’lak the Ripper | Mantid Champion | Dynasty of Steel | 7.0, 50.6 – 11.8, 62.8 |
| Bonobos | Hozen Champion | Magic Banana | 14.6, 31.4 – 20.0, 42.4 |
| Jonn-Dar | Mogu Warrior | Terracotta Fragment | 18.2, 74.0 – 18.0, 81.4 |
Hidden Locations in Valley of the Four Winds
Not every secret in the Valley of the Four Winds is tied to an achievement, but some hidden objects and spots add flavor and immersion to the zone. These don’t reward gear or gold, yet they’re worth checking out if you enjoy exploring every corner.
- Thunderfoot Gardens: A quiet, scenic spot in the south. No rewards but a beautiful screenshot location.
- Boat-Building Instructions: Bamboo ledger inside a small boat at /way 92.0, 39.0. Purely lore.
- Farmer Yoon’s Secret Storage: A small crate behind Farmer Yoon’s farmhouse in Halfhill. Minor flavor discovery.
- Stormstout Brewery Hidden Cellar: A tucked-away side room in the dungeon, full of props. Purely atmospheric.
Treasure Hunting Route in Valley of the Four Winds
If you want to sweep the zone without doubling back, the best method is to plan a loop from north to south. This way you’ll pick up every treasure and pass through the most rare patrol paths on the way.
Recommended Route:
- Start North, Stormstout Brewery area
- Check for Staff of the Hidden Master at its bamboo spawn points.
- While you’re here, watch for the rare Sele’na patrolling the river to the east.
- Move East, Springtail Warren
- Enter the virmen cave at /way 43.6 37.5 to loot the Cache of Pilfered Goods.
- Rares like Salyin Warscout often patrol nearby.
- Head to the Shoreline, Pools of Purity
- Speak to the Ghostly Pandaren Fisherman at /way 46.8 24.6 for the Ancient Pandaren Fishing Charm.
- This is one of the easiest treasures to grab since it doesn’t require flying.
- South through Halfhill
- Stop at /way 45.4 38.2 to talk to the Ghostly Pandaren Woodcutter.
- This route also takes you through farming fields where Nasra Spothide and Blackhoof can spawn.
- West into the Skyrange
- If you have a flying mount, head to /way 23.7 28.3 for the Virmen Treasure Cache.
- While passing through, check for Bonobos (the Hozen rare with the Magic Banana).
- Finish South, Thunderfoot Fields
- Sweep the southern marshlands for Jonn-Dar, who drops the Terracotta Fragment.
- This area also has a couple of picturesque hidden spots if you want screenshots.
- Optional Detour, Krasarang Wilds
- From Zhu’s Watch, enter the cave at /way 71.0 9.0. Inside, at /way 75.0 55.1, you’ll find the Saurok Stone Tablet.
- It technically counts as a Valley treasure but sits just across the border.
Final Thoughts
The Valley of the Four Winds may look calm with farms and breweries, but it’s packed with secrets. Between Lost and Found treasures, rares for Glorious!, and quirky items like the Magic Banana or Ancient Pandaren Fishing Charm, the zone offers plenty for completionists and explorers alike.