2024 Kaiyang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
Kaiyang County is in central Guizhou Province and possesses some of China’s richest phosphorous reserves. The county has a clean environment and is honored as “China’s home of selenium-rich agricultural products” and “China’s green phosphorus capital.” Kaiyang is mainly a karst landscape with many interesting karst features worth visiting and enjoying. The Nanyang Grand Canyon is one of Kaiyang’s famous attractions and is where the famous Chinese poet Tao Yuanming (c. 365-427) once lived. There you will find karst features like gorges, depressions, forests of rocky peaks, waterfalls, and caves.
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Highly recommend this newly opened guesthouse around Guiyang
Highly recommend this newly opened guesthouse around Guiyang
This guesthouse has not been open for long. I saw the beautiful scenery and decided to stay. After staying for one night, I felt:
The room facilities are very good, the toilet, skincare, cleaning products, toiletries, slippers are all five-star configurations
The room is very large and the space is sufficient
I booked a package that includes breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner. There is a butler service which is very convenient
The scenery is really excellent. It takes 10 minutes to drive up the mountain to have the sunset scenery in my photo. This is the first time I have watched the sunset all the way. The beautiful mountains and rivers are paired with the sunset, it's absolutely amazing! There may be a Milky Way starry sky at night. The feeling is great. The next morning, you can go to the top of the mountain to see the sea of clouds
The service is very enthusiastic and thoughtful. This point needs to be highly recommended
My car had a problem and couldn't come down from the top of the mountain. The shop specially went to the town to pick up the repairman the next day. We didn't need to follow the whole process to solve the car problem. It can be said to be quite thoughtful! Special thanks!
The hotel is very popular, it is recommended to book half a month in advance, it will be better
Fun in the water .Nanjiang Canyon
Enjoy a fun filled day in Nanjiang Canyon .A short trip outside of Guiyang ,you will find this gem .A ticket for the river rafting was ¥188 and we spent two hours in the water .In the beginning ,the water was calm and cool.We were paddling to gain some momentum .There was also a little waterfall were people got off to swim .There after our sticks were taken as the route didn’t need paddling sticks ,the route was faster and a little scary .Those who love adrenaline rushes will love the second part of the rafting .My two friends lost their possessions,one lost a nose ring,the other lost her spectacles,be sure to have your possessions safely stored in the lockers ,that is ¥10 .Be sure to have a waterproof pouch if you want to take pictures .
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Waterfall 1 hour from Guiyang 🫧 7.22 Xianghuoyan is amazing.
Guizhou has more than just Huangguoshu Waterfall❕❕❕
🌤 This is my second time to Xianghuoyan
It's not that popular now ~~~ but it's still semi-developed
I suggest you go to the 🚽 in advance
📍 Navigation: Xianghuoyan Scenic Area
There is a parking lot 🅿️ at the location, very convenient
After parking, follow the signs 🏃♀️ and go down the stairs for a short walk
Many people say this is a free attraction 🆓 but it's not!!!
When you reach the iron gate, there will be a manager charging 💰 30 RMB/person
The second picture is the most popular photo spot 🤷🏻♀️
I used my phone 13pm to zoom in and take the picture 🌁 so it's a bit blurry
If you want to take a picture like the blogger, I suggest using a camera 📷
It's best to go on a sunny day 🌫 it's really photogenic haha
You can also see a rainbow 🌈
It's not hot in the scenic area, and it's cool where the waterfall is 💨
I think the best place to take pictures is on the stairs 🪜
See the last two pictures for the exact location 👆 go through the triangular hole
It feels like an adventure
Go up the stairs and there is another view 🌪
Guiyang | Watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds from a mountaintop room.
Yunlu Yishe Luxury Homestay
Afternoon tea, dinner, and breakfast included
The mountaintop room requires a 15-minute climb
The sea of clouds after sunrise makes it all worth it
As soon as you enter the mountain, you can see large fields of rapeseed flowers and terraces, as well as cows and windmills. It's so beautiful!
The mountaintop room offers a panoramic view of the rolling mountains and terraces
The slowly waving windmills are like a fairyland
Watching the sun disappear into the mountains from the terrace at night is so beautiful
5 Secret Spots for Viewing Maple Leaves in Guizhou
Guizhou in October is like a painter's brush, with red leaves and ginkgo trees creating a stunning scene. After the first frost, it's the perfect time to view maple leaves. Here are 5 of the most beautiful maple leaf spots in Guizhou this fall. Save them and embrace nature! 💖
Fanjing Mountain | Fanjing Mountain Scenic Area, Tongren City
🍁Recommended time: Late October to November
🚘Drive from Guiyang via Yinbai Expressway, Anjiang Expressway, etc. The whole journey is about 286.6 km.
✨Fanjing Mountain in autumn is full of life, with golden leaves and fiery red leaves. The different altitudes and tree species create a colorful scene of red, yellow, purple, and green. The high sky and light clouds, the red forest like batik, and the charming fragrance make it a peaceful place. 💕
Gesuogou Valley, Baoji Township | Gesuogou Valley, Baoji Township, Panzhou City, Liupanshui City
🍁Recommended time: Late October to late December
🚘Drive from Guiyang via Hukun Expressway, X204, Yangbai Highway, etc. The whole journey is about 342.3 km.
✨There are nearly 1,000 acres of maple forest on the mountainside at the northeast end of Gesuo River Gorge. In late autumn, the red leaves attract countless photographers. The scenic area also has peaks, caves, ancient banyan trees, and thousands of acres of red leaves. 💞
Hongfeng Lake | Hongfeng Lake Scenic Area, Hubin Road, Qingzhen City, Guiyang City
🍁Recommended time: Early November to early December
🚘Drive from Guiyang via Guiyang Ring Expressway → G60 Hukun Expressway → Lishan Road → Hubin Road → Guiyang Hongfeng Lake Scenic Area
✨There is a red maple ridge by Hongfeng Lake, with many sweetgum trees on the ridge and around the lake. In late autumn, the red leaves and the beautiful scenery are intoxicating. 💗
Xianghuoyan | Xianghuoyan Scenic Area, Hefeng Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City
🍁Recommended time: Late October to late November
🚘Drive from Guiyang via Guiyang Ring Expressway → Yinbai Expressway → Lanhai Expressway → Provincial Highway 305 → Destination
✨Xianghuoyan has nearly 100 acres of red leaf viewing area, as well as 7 scenic spots such as Guangming River and Xianghuoyan Waterfall Group. It is the closest red leaf viewing place to Guiyang. 💓
Huoyan Mountain | Huoyan Mountain, Fenglin Village, Pingshang Township, Puding County, Anshun City
🍁Recommended time: Early November to early January
🚘Drive from Guiyang via Lanhai Expressway, Puan Expressway, etc. The whole journey is about 135.3 km.
✨Huoyan Mountain is a rare botanical garden with more than 700 tree species. In late autumn, the maple leaves turn the forest red, like a burning flame. The best time to view the leaves is in autumn and winter, with golden and brown, dark green and fiery red leaves. 💝
Guizhou Self operated Flagship Store You may not know this place in Guizhou 💙🇨🇳 Karst Wonder
#kayak
During our company retreat, we went to Guizhou for a trip and discover this amazing place!
A unique tourist site, the Hou'er Sinkhole Scenic Area is an enclosed Tiankeng which is a natural depression where an underground river traverses across the bottom of a gorge between two underground cave tunnel openings.
Unlike most gorge scenic areas that appeal to tourists, the Hou'er Sinkhole area is geared towards younger guests who wear climbing gear that allows them to walk across open plank footbridges as well as dangling from a steel rail that hangs off the edge of the cliff. The Coolpark also has a swing jump that drops you down into the canyon. We decided to try a different way - Kayaking! Showcasing our collaboration effort as a team 💪🤣 Prebooking is required and it was truly amazing!
Thanks to the photographers for these amazing photos and memories🩵 A must try for adventure lovers!
#chinatrip #guizhou
An important milestone in Chinese bridge construction.
The Nanjiang Yangtze River Bridge may refer to a bridge located in Nanjiang County, Bazhong City, Sichuan Province, China. The Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge is the first double-deck railway and highway bridge on the Yangtze River designed and built by China. It is located in Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, and is an important transportation route connecting the Nanjing Jiangbei New District and the main city in the south of the river. It has important economic, political, and strategic significance. The upper level of the bridge is a highway bridge, and the lower level is a railway bridge. The total length is more than 6,700 meters, of which the highway bridge is 4,589 meters long and the railway bridge is 6,772 meters long. The Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge is not only a landmark building in Nanjing, but also an important milestone in Chinese bridge construction.
Guiyang! Watch the sunrise from a mountaintop room! It's so beautiful...
Once you stay at this homestay in Guiyang, you won't want to leave. The scenery here is like a fairyland.
You can watch the sunrise during the day and the stars at night.
Beautiful sunrise √ Starry night √ Excellent service
Picturesque environment
Every morning, you can see the misty mountains when you open the curtains. It's so beautiful.
At night, you can watch the stars on the terrace. It's so romantic.
Recommended mountaintop room type
If you want a quiet and private environment, you must choose the mountaintop room here.
If the weather is good that day, you can also see the sea of clouds. It's definitely worth it.
My boyfriend said that he was completely relaxed here and didn't want to leave at all.
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Thoughtful service
The free afternoon tea is delicious. The dinner is different every night and very sincere.
I didn't expect to have an aerobic SPA. It's really enjoyable.
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Yunlu Wild Luxury Homestay, Shipaifang Village, Gaogai Township, Kaiyang
Cloud Green Wild Luxury Homestay
🚩Cloud Green Wild Luxury Homestay
🚙Gaoyai Miao and Buyi Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province
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A wild luxury homestay located at the top of the cloud mountain. Surrounded by a sea of clouds, overlooking the mountains, at an altitude of about 1300 meters, making accommodation a special experience of escaping the city. Not only can you breathe in super satisfying negative ions, but you can also watch the sea of clouds at sunrise 🌄 and sunset 🌅 from the top of the mountain.
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The homestay has a total of 19 guest rooms, including forest cabins, loft family rooms, and 270-degree mountain view king rooms. Each room offers a magnificent and unique mountain view, with a minimalist design and high-end, clean furnishings. You can see the sea of clouds right from your bed.
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Experience⛰
Cloud Green Café☕️, Wild Record Wilderness Hotel Bar, Cloud Green Western Restaurant🍴, Floating Light Cloud Shadow☁️ Viewing Platform, and the extremely beautiful high mountain windmill array, perfect for taking photos, especially at dusk. Afternoon tea🍵 and 🌇 add to the vacation experience. The hotel offers a rich variety of breakfast, western cuisine, and afternoon tea.
I went to Guizhou with my wife and stayed at a luxury hotel with a ceiling!!!
When I saw this cliffside hotel online, I decided to go to Guizhou. When I arrived, I found that it was even more beautiful than the pictures! The hotel is on the edge of a cliff, facing a canyon. I couldn't resist this luxury hotel! The super large infinity pool is very photogenic, and it's perfect for a summer vacation!
Guizhou! The most beautiful homestay hidden in the mountains! What a surprise
Guizhou! The most beautiful homestay hidden in the mountains! What a surprise 😭
Sisters!! The weather in September is getting cooler! Staying in the mountains of Guizhou for a few days is so pleasant 🥰
✔ Overlooking beautiful scenery ✔ Sea of clouds and starry sky
✔ Natural oxygen bar ✔️ Forest spa
For those who want to go to Guizhou recently, this place is highly recommended!!!
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✅ About the homestay
The homestay is surrounded by mountains and forests 🌲, very beautiful! Any random shot looks great 📸
Both the top and bottom areas of the mountain are particularly beautiful 🌟
There is a western restaurant 🍴 on the top of the mountain, and a coffee book house ☕ at the bottom
Watching the twinkling stars at night ✨, it's so pleasant 🥰
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✅ About the rooms
Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, excellent view and lighting!!
You can see the beautiful scenery just lying on the bed, it's like living in the scenery 💞
The space is very spacious! The hygiene is also very clean 👏
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✅ Great service
💞 Afternoon tea 💞 Parking lot
💞 Exquisite dinner 💞 Pet friendly
There is also a forest spa! Sisters feel very relieved after the massage 🥰
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📍 Location: Guiyang - Kaiyang County
Drifting, adventure, waterfall viewing, this is how summer should be spent!
🏞️ Nanjiang Grand Canyon, a place full of wild charm, lets you experience the wonders of nature. Here, you can enjoy thrilling rafting and breathtaking scenery. Once you step into this mysterious land, you will be amazed by the beauty in front of you.
📍 📍 Address: Longguang Village, Nanjiang Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City 🚗
🚗 Transportation: Driving is the most convenient way to get there. Just search for 'Nanjiang Grand Canyon' in your navigation system to reach directly. There is a parking lot at the entrance of the scenic area, so no need to worry about parking!
🎫 💳 Tickets: Peak season (May-October) adult ticket is 58 yuan, off-season (November-April) is only 50 yuan. Don't forget, additional tickets are required for rafting and other activities!
🕰️ ⏰ Opening hours: 08:30-17:00 daily, enjoy the embrace of nature!
🌈 🗺️ Suggested itinerary:
1️⃣ 💦 Exciting rafting: Start with a thrilling rafting experience, from the starting point to Luoguo Chong, feeling the excitement of transitioning from calm to thrilling;
2️⃣ 🚶♂️ Boardwalk walk: Then take a 2-kilometer-long boardwalk, enjoying the beautiful canyon scenery along the way, every spot is perfect for photos;
3️⃣ 🌫️ Cloud sea rafting: Try the 3-kilometer-long glass slide, exciting and fun;
4️⃣ 🧗♂️ Cliff climbing: A game for the brave, with a vertical height of over 200 meters, challenge your limits;
5️⃣ 🌉 Cloud crossing bridge: Walk on the suspended bridge, overlooking the spectacular scenery below.
👀 🏞️ Must-visit attractions:
💧 Shexiang Waterfall: A spectacular waterfall over 150 meters high, like a galaxy pouring down;
🛤️ Boardwalk: Every step offers a view, breathe in the fresh air and feel the charm of nature;
🌉 Cloud crossing bridge: Stand on the transparent bridge and feel your heart race;
🌳 Jungle adventure: Shuttle through the dense forest, exploring the fun of the unknown.
🏡 🛏️ Accommodation recommendations:
1. 🏨 Guiyang Kempinski Hotel: Luxurious and comfortable, first-class service;
2. 🏡 Kaiyang Shanshui Renjia Homestay: Close to nature, cost-effective.
🍽️ 🍲 Food recommendations:
🐟 Sour soup fish: A Guizhou specialty, sour, spicy, and delicious;
🥓 Miao cured meat: Unique flavor, worth a try;
🥗 Cold mixed Zheergen: Local snack, fresh and refreshing.
💡 🔑 Tips:
🌞 Remember to protect yourself from the sun and mosquitoes;
📱 A waterproof phone bag is essential to protect your electronic devices;
👟 Wear water shoes, convenient and practical;
👕 Prepare a set of clothes to change into after rafting;
🔫 You can buy a water scoop or water gun to add interactive fun.
Guizhou Rafting Guiyang-Nanjiang Grand Canyon
🇨🇳Guiyang-Nanjiang Grand Canyon rafting is really fun. Water guns🔫, and dippers are available all the way, you can buy them if you see fit! Otherwise, you won't be able to win against others👀
✅Items to bring for rafting: disposable underwear, bath towel or towel, sunscreen, a set of clean clothes👔 (including underwear), travel-sized toiletries, several plastic bags (for wet clothes), comb, etc....
✅Experience: Everyone is very cute, and strangers are splashing water💦 at each other, it's really fun📸
📍Detailed address: Longguang Village, Nanjiang Street, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province🏞️
✅Ticket🎫: 168💰/person
Guizhou Summer Retreat | Nanjiang Grand Canyon • Let's Go Rafting
| Nanjiang Grand Canyon • Let's Go Rafting. On the eve of departure to Nanjiang -✨🌈, we meticulously prepare, just like ancient warriors readying for a journey.
Ready to set off❗️❗️❗️
The phone is tucked in a waterproof pouch, clothes are prepared in both dry and wet sets, and the ID card is lightly held in hand, like a key to a secret realm. Long sleeves and pants are lightly draped, sunscreen is a must, as it is not only protection but also a sign of respect and awe for this landscape.
🚄 The speeding train carries hearts full of excitement, directly to Nanjiang Station. Exiting the station marks the beginning of another journey. The roadside cars and motorcycles are like waiting warhorses. Choose a preferred ride and embark on an unknown journey with an enthusiastic driver. Ten yuan per person, fair price, and even warmer camaraderie.
🎒 Entering the canyon, the waterproof bag holds wonders, water scoops, and water guns, though not essential, add a touch of childlike fun and laughter. At the ticket checkpoint, a wristband lightly wraps around the wrist like a warrior's badge, and the luggage service, at the price of ten yuan, allows the luggage to reach the endpoint first, waiting for the returnee, reminding us that although the journey is long, the luggage is worry-free.
🚤 Upon boarding, life jackets and helmets are guardians of life and symbols of courage. Choosing the thrilling raft means choosing to dance with the rapids. Though fraught with dangers, it is full of joy. The scenery along the way is picturesque, the water flows rapidly, and gripping the handrails tightly is a symphony of heartbeat and nature.
🕰️ The rafting journey lasts about one and a half to two hours, finally reaching the shore. Bathing and changing clothes is like a rebirth ceremony. Brown sugar ginger tea warms the body and heart. If only a blow dryer could provide a warm breeze, it would be even more perfect.
🚶♀️ Strolling back, the scenery along the way is picturesque, the morning light is faint, and the temperature is moderate, making it a good time for a walk and sightseeing. Underfoot is a winding path, in front of the green hills, and in the heart is a sense of accomplishment and reluctance.
🚌 Finally reaching the sightseeing bus station, it is another beginning of a cycle. Looking back at the Nanjiang Grand Canyon, silently thinking, see you again. In this journey intertwined with rafting and hiking, we not only conquered nature but also found inner peace and freedom.
Kaiyang Secret Realm: The Natural Wonders and Extreme Challenges of the Nanjiang Grand Canyon
The Nanjiang Grand Canyon is located in Kaiyang County, in the central part of the Guizhou Plateau. This place is like a natural treasure trove, gathering various unique natural landscapes. Here, you can find mountains, canyons, cliffs, precipices, waterfalls, and streams, all arranged like a meticulously crafted painting by nature. The scenery here is incredibly beautiful and ever-changing.
Address: Longguang Village, Nanjiang Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City
Ticket: 175r (includes entrance ticket + sightseeing bus + rafting)
Opening hours: 08:30-17:00
Transportation: Take the intercity train from Guiyang to Nanjiang, then take a taxi to the scenic area
Travel Guide
👀 The most popular activity here is rafting in the canyon! You start from the starting point, and as you go down, the water gradually becomes more thrilling. You can choose to drift leisurely and enjoy a relaxing time, or opt for a more exciting mode to feel the adrenaline rush.
👀 The second fun spot is the plank road, which is two kilometers long. Walking on the plank road feels like traveling back in time; every step offers a different view, with fresh air and breathtaking scenery.
👀 There are many activities here, such as a three-kilometer-long cloud rafting, which feels like gliding through the air. Another challenge is climbing a cliff over 200 meters high, which takes more than an hour but is absolutely unforgettable. Additionally, there are activities like the sky bridge, forest adventure, and Via Ferrata waiting for you to experience. With so many options, there's always something for everyone!
🔥 In short, coming here allows you to enjoy thrilling water sports, appreciate beautiful natural scenery, and challenge your limits. It's a great place to have fun and be happy!
Encounter a sunset, attend a sunrise, and experience the sea of clouds
🌲 Guizhou Yunluo Wild Luxury Hotel, nestled in a valley with distinct seasons, where magnificent mountains and lush forests complement each other. Every breath is a gift from nature.
✨ The hotel's design is ingenious, harmoniously blending modern and traditional elements. The natural texture of wood and stone combined with a streamlined appearance creates a spacious yet cozy living space. The terrace garden faces nature directly, making the beautiful scenery a part of daily life.
✨ The rooms are diverse, ranging from standalone wooden cabins to cliffside pool villas. Each room is meticulously crafted with wood and gray-black marble, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of the sea of clouds and forests. The combination of cliffside culture and modern comfort, with features like standalone bathtubs and international phones, highlights the luxury in every detail.
🌄 From sunrise to sunset, every moment at Yunluo Wild Luxury Hotel is worth cherishing. Whether it's watching the sunrise from the mountain top, enjoying coffee in the forest, or the nighttime wild bar and bonfire party, it's a cleansing of the soul.
📍 Detailed address: No. 31, Shipaifang Village, Gaozhai Township, Kaiyang, Guizhou
Altay around Guiyang｜This homestay has great potential
Treehouse🌳
Windmill🚗
Cliff restaurant🍴
Aerial spa
Starry cabin🛖
The homestay is on the mountain
Very high, the clouds☁️ are right next to it
You can touch the stars🌟 and the sea of clouds
Unfortunately, I didn't see the sea of clouds this time
I will go again next time❗️❗️
Cool Summer Destinations Around Guiyang! Nanjiang Grand Canyon Rafting Guide Revealed
🌞 Summer is all about having fun, and the thrilling rafting at Nanjiang Grand Canyon is waiting for you! Located in Kaiyang County in the central Guizhou Plateau, this place is a natural treasure combining peaks, canyons, cliffs, and waterfalls, known as the Karst Ecological Museum.
🚘 Drive to Nanjiang Grand Canyon in Guiyang, and there's a parking lot at the entrance, making it convenient for visitors to explore. The ticket price is 175 yuan, including the entrance fee, sightseeing bus, and rafting, offering great value for money!
🕰 Opening hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It is recommended to start early to fully enjoy a day of adventure.
🌈 Special Experiences in the Scenic Area:
Thrilling Rafting: Experience different rafting fun from calm waters to rapid currents.
Boardwalk Stroll: A 2-kilometer boardwalk lets you enjoy the grandeur of the canyon safely.
Various Fun Activities: Cloud Rafting, Cliff Climbing, Cloud Crossing Bridge, and more, offering endless fun.
⚠ Little Tips:
Take sun protection measures to protect yourself.
Prepare a waterproof bag for your phone to protect personal belongings.
Wear water shoes or buy them at the entrance for convenience.
You can buy water scoops and water guns to add fun to water fights.
Girls are advised to wear dark clothes to avoid embarrassment.
Bring a set of clothes to change into after rafting.
📌 Nanjiang Grand Canyon is not only a great place to escape the summer heat but also an excellent spot for adventure and self-challenge. Whether it's the thrill of rafting, the stroll on the boardwalk, or the challenge of climbing, this place can meet your needs.
Summer is all about having fun | Exciting rafting in Nanjiang Grand Canyon
| Exciting rafting in Nanjiang Grand Canyon. Nanjiang Grand Canyon is located in Kaiyang County, in the central part of the Guizhou Plateau. It is a treasure of original ecological canyon landscapes, featuring peaks, canyons, cliffs, precipices, waterfalls, cascades, travertine, streams, boulders, and forests on rocks. The area is characterized by its karst canyon scenery and diverse, unique waterfalls, offering picturesque and varied landscapes. The karst development is typical, with high mountains, steep rocks, deep valleys, and well-preserved vegetation, earning it the reputation of a karst ecological museum.
📍Address: Longguang Village, Nanjiang Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City
🚘Self-driving: Navigate to Nanjiang Grand Canyon in Guiyang, there is a parking lot at the entrance
🎫Ticket: 175r (includes entrance ticket + sightseeing bus + rafting)
🕰️Open: 08:30-17:00
🌈Scenic Area Features
1️⃣Thrilling and exciting rafting
This place is famous for its canyon rafting. From the starting point to Luoguo Chong, the river slope gradually increases, becoming more thrilling and exciting. You can choose between leisure rafting and exciting rafting.
2️⃣Boardwalk stroll
The boardwalk here is 2 kilometers long, restoring ancient wonders and breaking spatial barriers. Visitors can get close to the original canyon scenery with every step, enjoying fresh air and pleasant views.
3️⃣Rich recreational activities in the scenic area
There is a 3-kilometer-long cloud sea rafting, a long glass slide; a cliff climb with a vertical height of over 200 meters, which takes about an hour to complete; and the cloud crossing bridge suspended in the air, jungle adventures, Via Ferrata, and more. There are various ways to play and experience.
⚠️Little Tips
1. Be sure to take sun protection measures, apply sunscreen to exposed areas like arms and legs.
2. Prepare a waterproof bag for your phone.
3. It is best to wear hole shoes, which are sold at the entrance of the scenic area.
4. For water fights, you can buy water scoops and water guns.
5. Girls should wear dark clothes for rafting, you will understand why when you get completely wet.
6. Bring a set of clothes to change and check them to the endpoint for convenience.
Guiyang | Look quick•I've found the real-world Emerald City
📷 Waterfalls are the romance of Guizhou's summer
Went for a stroll with friends and discovered a waterfall in the mountains
📍Xianghuoyan Waterfall
Just navigate to Xianghuoyan and you'll see it.
✅ The path is a bit slippery, so it's recommended to wear anti-slip shoes.
✅ Since it's an abandoned scenic area, be sure to pay attention to safety when visiting.
📷 Photography tips
✅ Wear bright clothes to create a stark contrast with the environment.
✅ Use a telephoto lens to capture the waterfall and the forest blending together from a distance
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National Geographic didn't lie to me, this is a waterfall straight out of an ancient poem
Deep autumn different 'maple' scenery 🍁 Step into the autumn 'Xianghuo Rock'
🌾 The weather is cool, the sun is bright, and autumn is the perfect season for outings. As autumn deepens, the leaves slowly drift down, and a gentle breeze comes forth, bringing all things beautiful unexpectedly. Step into 'Xianghuo Rock' and experience a different 'maple' scenery.
🍂 The autumn in Guizhou is not just yellow, there are more colors hidden in every corner, waiting for the attentive you to come and explore. Located near Guiyang city, Xianghuo Rock has become a destination for many citizens and tourists, with its unique red leaf landscape attracting a large number of viewers.
🍂 Xianghuo Rock has nearly a hundred acres of red leaf viewing area, with Guangming River, Xianghuo Rock waterfall group, Xianghuo Rock, and other 7 scenic spots. Coming here to enjoy the maple leaves in autumn, you can see the mountains of maple leaves painting the deep autumn of Guiyang with beautiful colors.
🍁 In deep autumn, the Xianghuo Rock scenic area presents a pleasant autumn color with clear waters and dyed forests. After the frost falls, the maple leaves on this road are 'dyed' red, falling with the wind, and the winding road is paved with fallen leaves into a golden path, with endless beauty along the way...
🍁 The red leaves here attract countless tourists with their bright colors and unique shapes. Each red leaf is like a delicate scroll, full of the breath of life in the details, and the whole Xianghuo Rock is like enveloped in red clouds, beautiful and mysterious, too beautiful for words.
🍂 In October and November, as the weather gradually gets colder, the red leaves of Xianghuo Rock will gradually change color, from green to yellow, then from yellow to red, and finally to deep red. Although this process is brief, it is full of changes and surprises.
🍂 The autumn of Xianghuo Rock is like a pure-hearted lady, whether you appreciate it or not, she passionately blooms her beauty and enthusiasm. Only by being there can you fully feel the splendor and magic of nature!
🎉 The red leaf season of Xianghuo Rock is a rare visual feast, its beauty and uniqueness are indescribable, and only by seeing it for yourself can you truly experience its charm. The autumn of Xianghuo Rock is short-lived, so hurry up.
🌳 Viewing address: Xianghuo Rock Scenic Area, Hefeng Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City
🌳 Opening hours: Open all year from 8:00 to 16:30, the specific business status is subject to the opening conditions of the day
🌳 Recommended time: Late October to late November
🌳 Recommended transportation: Self-driving from Guiyang city area - Guiyang Ring Expressway - Yinbai Expressway - Lanhai Expressway - Provincial Road 305 - Destination
Guiyang | Hiking through Xianghuoyan, crossing mountains and ridges, and venturing into a green fairy tale
Xianghuoyan Scenic Area is located in Hefeng Township, south of Kaiyang County, about 60 kilometers from Guiyang.
🚶🏻♂️Travel Tips
It takes about 50 minutes to drive from Guiyang, and it's convenient to park your car upon arrival.
🥾Remember to wear anti-slip and warm clothing
📸Photo Spots Recommended
The most photogenic spot is that iron bridge. Stand back and use a telephoto lens for a slow shutter speed shot
There is also a pathway in front of the waterfall, where you can use an ultra-wide angle lens
You can also use a drone to capture a grand panorama from a bird's-eye view
Recommended spots around Guiyang:
Yachi River Bridge, Huaxi Night Lang Valley, Gaopo Miao Village, Dishuitan Waterfall, etc., suitable for a 1-2 day trip
The place rated by 'National Geographic' as the most beautiful in China is absolutely stunning!
Located in the northwest of Kaiyang County, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, the Xianghuoyan Scenic Area is a paradise that combines natural wonders, geological exploration, and ecological sightseeing. The karst landscape here is a masterpiece of nature, with dense stone forests, unique caves, and clear waters surrounding the area, creating a vivid and three-dimensional natural painting. Especially the Xianghuoyan Grand Canyon, which stretches for several kilometers, is known for its majestic and spectacular, rugged and secluded beauty, as if it is a piece of art carefully carved by nature, leaving visitors in awe.
🍀 Must-visit attractions
① Xianghuoyan Grand Canyon: Walk along the plank path, closely observe the various cliff faces, look out over the deep canyon, and feel the heart-stirring magnificence.
② Cave exploration: Delve into the mysterious underground cave world, admire the fantastic landscapes of stalactites, stone mantles, and stone flowers, and experience the unique fun of karst cave adventures.
③ Canyon rafting (seasonally open): Passionately raft through the swift and clear streams, enjoying the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river, thrilling yet comfortable.
🍀 Detailed address:
Xianghuoyan Scenic Area, Hefeng Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province
🍀 Transportation tips:
① Friends who drive can navigate directly to 'Kaiyang Xianghuoyan Scenic Area', which is about a 1.5-hour drive from downtown Guiyang;
② If you choose public transportation, you can take a bus to Kaiyang at Guiyang Jinyang Bus Station, and then transfer to local public transport or a taxi to the scenic area.
🍀 Food recommendations:
The top recommendations are the fresh and smooth 'Kaiyang Selenium-rich Tea' and the unique 'Kaiyang Bean Rice Hotpot', as well as authentic local dishes like farmhouse chicken and sour soup fish, guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.
🍀 Nearby attractions:
① Nanjiang Grand Canyon: Not far from Xianghuoyan Scenic Area, it also boasts beautiful canyon scenery and a variety of outdoor activities.
② Qinglong River Ten-mile Gallery: The pastoral scenery along the way is picturesque, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
③ Monkey Ear Sinkhole: An undeveloped ecological scenic spot, very suitable for outdoor hiking and exploration.
Kaiyang Xianghuoyan Scenic Area is a hidden gem not yet widely known to the public. Its unique charm awaits every traveler who loves travel and nature to discover!
The forgotten and abandoned Karst landscape of Zijiang Rift in Kaiyang, Guizhou
🏞️Zijiang Rift is located in Kaiyang County and is a well-known and classic hiking route around Guiyang city. It was a semi-developed scenic spot and is now abandoned. It is a primitive Karst landscape. Some rivers are split by both sides. Hiking along the Luoguang River, there are straight canyon stone walls on both sides. It can indeed be called a rift. The vegetation along the way is lush and full of life. If you feel hot, you can go down to the river to play in the water at any time. It's a very good route.
🏞️Tour route;
🚶🏻♂️Route one: Short distance, difficulty: 🌟, downstream-waterfall-return, 7 kilometers, can be finished in half a day, very suitable for novices and family tours. The biggest difficulty of this route is a Z-shaped slope, climbing 500 meters, you can picnic by the river beach when you reach the waterfall, and you can swim in the summer.
🚶🏻♀️Route two: All day, difficulty: 🌟🌟, downstream-waterfall-broken bridge-stream upstream, about 16 kilometers, climbing: about 600 meters, it takes about 5-6 hours (it may take about 8 hours if you take pictures and play in the water). This route is recommended to follow a team, because the starting point and the end point are not on the same line, you need a car to pick you up, and there are two places on the route that require rope assistance to climb and cross the river, professional assistance is needed, be sure to bring upstream shoes!
📍Address: Zijiang Rift, Kaiyang, Guiyang
🚙Driving: About 1 hour from Guiyang (get off at Guizhou Zijiang Ecological Tourism Development Co., Ltd.)
🏃Distance: After navigation, you need to hike to get there
5 off-the-beaten-path routes worth visiting around Guiyang during the Spring Festival in 2024
1️⃣Wujiang Secret Realm: Qianxi Ha Chong Miao Village
This route will pass through an ancient Miao village located on a cliff. You will experience a disappearing paradise. On the way from Ha Chong to Hua Wu village, there is a Wujiang secret path that is one kilometer long.
️Walking distance: about 12 kilometers
️Scenic features: canyon, cave, Ha Chong Miao Village, Hua Wu base, Wujiang Gallery, Wujiang Secret Path
🉑️Suitable for: ordinary young outdoor enthusiasts (10~50 years old)
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2️⃣"The Untamed" shooting location: Duyun Screw Shell
There is a boundless grassland on the Screw Shell Mountain, and you can see beautiful rime in low temperature in winter. At the foot of the mountain, there are Gaozhai Reservoir, Luyin Lake Reservoir, tea garden and simple ethnic villages.
️Walking distance: about 15 kilometers
️Scenic features: alpine meadow, rime winter scene, devil's tongue, The Untamed
🉑️Suitable for: ordinary young outdoor enthusiasts (10~50 years old)
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3️⃣One of the top ten classic hiking routes in Anshun Guanling
Millions of years ago, the Guanling ice pot was a rare relic of the Ice Age, with a certain uniqueness, and there is only a 4-6 month play window in winter and spring each year.
️Walking distance: about 8 kilometers
️Scenic features: hiking, ice pot, canyon scenery
🉑️Suitable for: ordinary young outdoor enthusiasts (10~50 years old)
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4️⃣The highest peak in Guiyang: Yunwu Mountain Qiankan Qing
️Walking distance: about 12 kilometers
️Scenic features: climbing/mountain ridge hiking/big punch/lake
🉑️Suitable for: ordinary young outdoor enthusiasts (10~50 years old)
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5️⃣One of the top ten classic hiking routes in Guizhou: Kaiyang Zijiang Earth Crack
One of the classic hiking routes around Guiyang, one of the routes that Guiyang hikers must take, canyon, stream, stone bridge, waterfall scenery, abandoned scenic area with few people, good walking plank road conditions.
️Walking distance: about 18 kilometers
️Scenic features: hiking, canyon, stream, top ten classic routes in Guizhou
🉑️Suitable for: ordinary young outdoor enthusiasts (10~50 years old)
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Highway service area with a museum
On the way to Hainan, take a rest at Kaiyang highway service area. Here, there is Kaiyang Tourist Service Consultation Center and Kaiyang Xianghuo Rock Yilong Natural Museum. By the way, check in at the museum.
National Geographic has rated it as the most beautiful place in China
Hidden in the mountains is a secluded village
A waterfall galaxy landscape that rivals Iceland
Traditional cultural villages with only the smell of fireworks
The strange karst landscape, the world in the heart of the mountain
After driving in so many cities in China, I'm still shocked by the sci-fi and dreamy Guizhou!
Lonely Planet's must-visit in this life top
Here, there are few people, the world is small, and the high-speed rail is directly accessible! If there is a paradise on earth, it must be here, I would like to call it the ceiling of niche and unpopular budget travel.
Too comfortable! A forest secret homestay that 99% of Guiyang people don't know about
True! Towards the cloud☁
A new homestay hidden in the clouds has opened in Kaiyang!
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✨Environment
❒The homestay is located in Paifang Village, Gaozhai Township, Kaiyang
❒Less than 1.5 hours drive from Guiyang city
❒The altitude is about 1300 meters, and the forest coverage rate is over 71%
❒Trees🌳, sunrise🌅, sunset🌇, sea of clouds☁... all here!
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🏡Homestay
▪The homestay is built on the mountain and surrounded by trees🌳
▪There are 7 buildings, 2 of which are public areas
▪5 are independent modern courtyards with Miao characteristics
▪There are currently 9 guest rooms🛏
▪There are ✔single large bed rooms, ✔loft parent-child rooms, ✔270-degree view large bed rooms and other room types
▪In addition, 10 panoramic glass rooms on the top of the mountain are being built!
👉🏻Friends who like to enjoy the view and wake up in the clouds can look forward to it!
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🔍Facilities
🔸Forest cabin🌳
🔸Coffee book house📚
🔸Wild bar🍻
🔸Cloud record western restaurant🍽
🔸Floating light cloud shadow viewing platform☁
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🥘Catering
👉🏻The current stay in the homestay includes catering🥰
✔Breakfast🍜➕one meal🍱
✔Afternoon tea or tea cooking around the stove in the forest cabin (choose 1 from 2)
✔Welcome fruit🍉➕unlimited coffee drinks☕
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🌳Play
🔹Romantic windmill hiking🚶
🔹Canyon waterfall hiking🧗
🔹Miao farmer's wild fun🌱
🔹Handmade experience🌿, 🔹Wild travel shooting📸
🔹Valley bonfire🔥, 🔹Sunrise sea of clouds🌅
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🛣Surroundings
✅Xianghuoyan Scenic Area
✅Nanjiang Grand Canyon
✅Monkey Ear Sinkhole
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📍Paifang Village, Gaozhai Township, Kaiyang County, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province
🚗About 1.5h from Guiyang
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Guizhou Waterfall | The waterfall cascades down three thousand feet, as if the Milky Way falls from the sky
| The waterfall cascades down three thousand feet, as if the Milky Way falls from the sky.
The beauty of Xianghuoyan in autumn is breathtaking! Waterfalls, streams, natural super large caves, suspension bridges, plank roads extending along the cliffs, the scenery along the way is refreshing.
Attractions: Xianghuoyan Scenic Area
🚏Location: Navigate to Xianghuoyan Scenic Area Parking Lot (50 meters west of Tangshangying Bridge, Kaiyang County)
💎Strategy: Find the Qiaotou Fish Restaurant, you can park your car at this restaurant for a fee of 10 yuan. After parking, go down and there is a small road to the waterfall. If you can't find the way to the waterfall, you can ask the locals, they can tell you. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to the Xianghuoyan Waterfall. The most attractive thing is a iron bridge in front of the waterfall, which is covered with moss. It's very photogenic, and you can also enter the waterfall.
❤️Tips:
1. It is recommended to bring an extra set of clothes, as the mist is heavy and you may get wet.
2. Be sure to wear non-slip shoes, as the moss is very slippery and there are no railings. It's a bit dangerous and not recommended for children.
3. Wearing bright colored clothes will stand out more, such as yellow or red. You can try long exposure, turn on the live view of your phone, swipe up after taking a picture, and click on the far right long exposure, it's super photogenic, you can try it.
3. Be careful of mosquito bites in summer, you can spray some floral water, and try to stay inside when walking on the narrow road, don't step on the edge, some soil is very loose and will collapse, be careful.
At the top of the mountain, touching the clouds - Kaiyang Wild Cloud Lu Wild Luxury Homestay
🌟Highlight features:
Unique scenery, with windmills, valleys, forests and waterfalls. When you get up in the morning, the clouds are misty, as if you are in a secret realm. The homestay retains the original nature, with a small courtyard full of mulberry flowers, which is more appropriate to the previous rural lifestyle.
🏨Hotel environment:
The altitude at the foot of the mountain is about 1300 meters, and the top of the mountain is about 100 meters higher. The rooms of the homestay are all embedded in the lush forest, but the super large floor-to-ceiling windows have a 270-degree view, which does not delay the viewing of the beautiful scenery in the mountains. There are many types of rooms, such as single bed rooms, loft parent-child rooms, and view big bed rooms. The view on the top of the mountain is naturally better.
📝Note tips:
The homestay is equipped with forest log cabins, Lu coffee book houses, wilderness bars, cloud Lu western restaurants, floating light and cloud shadow viewing platforms, etc. Coffee can be drunk unlimitedly, and afternoon tea can be chosen.
🚉Traffic strategy:
About 1h drive from Guiyang
✅Must experience:
Go to the top of the mountain to watch the sunrise at about six o'clock in the morning, the scenery is excellent.
Watch the sunset next to the windmill at night
You can also follow the boss to see the waterfall nearby
You can camp on the lawn at the door of the homestay, but you need to bring your own food
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