Complete Guide to All Yuanbao Locations in GTA V Online

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As we approach the eagerly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6, GTA Online continues to delight its ardent players with exciting updates. In celebration of the Chinese New Year, a fresh Year of the Snake event is set to roll out, bringing new discounts, bonuses, races, and exciting collectibles for players to discover in GTA Online. While the event runs only until January 29th, there’s ample time to enjoy its free rewards.

The buzz surrounding GTA 6 has led to many wild rumors about its release date. With a confirmed release window set for 2025, GTA Online serves as a perfect distraction as we wait for this significant launch. Even though the Year of the Snake Week is among the smaller events in GTA Online, players can still earn unique cosmetics throughout its various activities. If you’re after some quick cash or an entertaining treasure hunt, hunting Yuanbao offers a fun diversion during missions or while cruising through San Andreas.

Every Yuanbao Location

Narrowing Down the Search for Hidden Treasures

Players can find three variants of Yuanbao scattered throughout the GTA V map: a solid gold Yuanbao, a red-trimmed variant with a smaller piece on top, and a bowl-style Yuanbao brimming with gold coins. After collecting your first Yuanbao, a notification will appear, indicating there are 35 more to find, which you can track in the collectibles section of the interaction menu.

Curious about what a Yuanbao actually is? They are inspired by historical Chinese currency that symbolizes prosperity. Nowadays, paper replicas are often used during Chinese New Year celebrations.

Most Yuanbao locations aren’t too hard to find if you know where to search. Using the right vehicle can really simplify things. A lightweight helicopter can help avoid traffic and bypass obstacles, although it may be challenging to land in tight spots. For most players, a speedy bike is a great choice. However, if you’re in the market for one, the Oppressor MKII is definitely the best vehicle to facilitate collecting all the Yuanbao quickly.

The Yuanbao are scattered across the map, but you can easily travel between locations if you follow a designated route, starting from Paleto Bay in the north and working your way down to the southernmost Los Santos Airport. It’s worth mentioning that each Yuanbao emits a distinct sound that gets more prominent as you approach, along with a controller shake, which is a huge help in pinpointing their locations compared to other collectibles.

Number	Area	Location
1	Paleto Bay	On top of a picnic table in front of the southernmost house at Paleto Bay Market
2	Paleto Bay	On the bumper of the construction truck above the arm wrestling minigame
3	Chiliad Mountain State Wilderness	At the base of the radio tower leading to the Altruist camp
4	Alamo Sea	At the end of the northeastern pier above the Alamo Sea
5	Grapeseed	On the right side of the southeasternmost building
6	Mount Gordo	Behind the railroad bridge on top of a concrete pillar near the Braddock Tunnel
7	Sandy Shores	On the roof of the Chinese restaurant, next to the barbershop
8	Harmony	In the backroom of the convenience store
9	Lago Zancudo	On top of the red gate entrance to the right of the military base
10	North Cumash Beach	On a barrel to the left of the side road leading away from the beach
11	Pacific Bluffs	On a plant near the fountain on the second floor of the Kortz Center
12	Tongva Valley	On the right side of the tennis court at Parsons Rehabilitation Center
13	Vinewood Hills	Behind a house on the table next to a radio on North Sheldon Avenue
14	Vinewood Hills	On the roof of the Eclipse Boulevard Garage
15	North Vinewood	On the roof of the Oriental Theater
16	Racetrack	On the stand at the Vinewood Racetrack
17	Racetrack	On the roof of The Diamond Casino & Resort
18	Mirror Park	On a bench behind a building closest to the lake on the right side
19	La Mesa	On the roof of the Garment Factory
20	Downtown	Second to last floor of the Mile High Club
21	Downtown	Near the left plant at the Union Depository entrance
23	Rockford Hills	On a bench behind Eugenics Incorporated
24	Golf Course	The start of hole 9 at the GWC and Golfing Society
25	Richman Hill	On a grave at the Hill Valley Church Cemetery
26	Vespucci Canals	On the roof of Lettuce Be
27	South Los Santos	On the roof of Porn Crackers in Davis
28	South Los Santos	On the roof of Wok It Off in Chamberlain Hills
29	East Los Santos	An unfinished house ahead of Lester’s House
30	East Los Santos	On the roof of the Los Santos Car Meet
31	Junkyard	Next to a container under the canopy of the southeastern main building
32	Eastern Port of South Los Santos	The bow of the Daisy Lee on Terminal
33	Port of South Los Santos	The bow of the Olifantus on Elysian Island
34	Port of South Los Santos	To the left of the bridge on the SS Bulker on Elysian Island
35	Los Santos Airport	A concrete pipe behind Los Santos Customs
36	Los Santos Airport	On a Brute Constable 2a cargo loader in front of the southeasternmost hangar

For a safer and faster experience while hunting these collectibles, consider playing in a private or friends-only lobby. Each Yuanbao you collect (except the last one) gives cash rewards, so a rogue missile from a less considerate player could easily ruin your treasure hunt. If you’re someone who gets easily sidetracked, don’t worry—engaging with various side activities or events can make the hunt more entertaining.

Rewards for Collecting Yuanbao

Valuable Rewards from GTA’s Latest Collectible Adventure

Each Yuanbao you collect nets you $888 and 888 Reputation Points. However, the final collectible, the 36th Yuanbao, rewards you with $88,888, leading to a total of $119,968 and 31,968 RP. While these payouts may not compete with larger heists, they’re still substantial for a simple scavenger hunt, making it a great way to grab some quick cash in GTA Online this new year.

In addition to the cash rewards, collecting all 36 Yuanbao unlocks the exclusive Gold Snake Santo Capra outfit for your character, letting you flaunt the festive spirit of the new year in style.

If you’re questioning the significance behind the number 8 in the Yuanbao rewards, it symbolizes good fortune and financial prosperity in Chinese culture, which fits perfectly with the substantial payouts in GTA V Online. While the Yuanbao hunt might not be the last collectible challenge GTA V Online introduces before GTA 6 arrives, the steady stream of updates and a rich variety of content will surely be missed in the sequel, raising the bar for what comes next.