#Gulong Gorge Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Waterfalls
Mountains
Canyons
Rafting
Address:
Sankeng Beach, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City
Opening times:
Open today at 09:00-17:00(Tickets available until 15:00; admission ends at 16:00)Opening Soon
Recommended sightseeing time:
0.5-1 day
Phone:
0763-5851668,0763-5851608
【A Must-Visit Destination in Guangdong, a Three-Day Two-Night Travel Guide to Qingyuan!】
🎉🎉Qingyuan, a hidden natural secret base in Guangdong, boasts picturesque mountains and rivers, and is an ideal place to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of the city!
🔥🔥Take a sneak peek at the itinerary:
Day1: Depart from Shenzhen, head straight to Gulong Gorge to experience thrilling rafting, then check in at Yuntian Boba to overlook the beautiful scenery of Qingyuan!
Day2: Challenge Bijia Mountain, enjoy the natural oxygen bar, then explore the mysterious Lianzhou Underground River and experience its magical wonders!
Day3: Visit the thousand-year-old Yaoshan Village in Liannan to learn about Yao culture, and then return to Shenzhen with a full load!
💥💥Recommended attractions, not to be missed:
📍Bijia Mountain: Rafting, adventure, waterfalls, zip-lining, all in one place, with plenty of negative ions for you to enjoy a natural oxygen bar!
📍Lianzhou Underground River: The number one underground river in Guangdong, warm in winter and cool in summer, with strange rocks and scenic views, making you feel as if you are in a fantasy world!
📍Gulong Gorge: Internet-famous fairy bridge, large forests, Jiulong Waterfall, play on land, water, and air all at once, and the king of rafting awaits your challenge!
📍Yuntian Boba: Overlook the beautiful scenery of Qingyuan, with convenient elevators for easy check-in!
📍Liannan Thousand-Year-Old Yaoshan Village: Visit the number one Yao village, experience the ancient Yao culture and way of life!
😋😋And don't miss the authentic local cuisine: Qingyuan chicken, Fenjiao, wheat bean paste, Guangdong sweet soup, beef offal, knife-cut paste, Changfen, roast meat, beef horn crisp, Tufuling paste, chestnut mung bean cake, and more, letting your taste buds enjoy a feast!
Don't hesitate any longer, come to Qingyuan and enjoy a trip that you can start right away!🏞🏞
LILLIAN BLACK
Of course, summer is the time to go rafting!
Summer, this season is the best time to experience the thrilling rafting! In the turbulent rivers, enjoy the excitement and adventure, while also feeling the coolness and joy! 🚣♀💦
❤Gulong Gorge - the biggest drop❤
The whole journey is 6km, the longest rafting in Guangdong
The drop reaches 378 meters, with a top speed of 72km/h
The rafting process is like a roller coaster, with slow and fast phases
🌲Dense trees, mostly shaded by tree canopies
'Rafting tips'
✅Sun protection: Sun protection sleeves and sunscreen are essential
✅Water play equipment: Water scoops and water guns are the best!
✅Slippers: It is recommended to wear hole shoes or shoes with straps!
✅Mobile phone waterproof bag: It's cheaper to prepare in advance!
✅👙Bring an extra set of clothes to change
✅Shower gel, shampoo, and towels (a bath towel is a must)
🦺Be sure to wear a life jacket, glasses, and ear patches in advance! It's best to raft in pairs, otherwise, you will end up in a boat with a stranger, be sure to hold onto the boat's handle to prevent capsizing!
Rafting duration: about 40 minutes
⚠After rafting, you can go to eat the most popular chicken pot in Qingyuan (Xia Nan Wa Chicken Pot)
marcellus_8194
High altitudes, waterfalls, rafting, river valleys, are you sure you don't want to come?
Qingyuan Gulong Gorge is a national 4A-level tourist attraction, holding 12 world record certifications, and is known as the 'King of Rafting, Tyrant of Glass' and 'New Overlord of High-altitude Sightseeing in the World'.
⛳ Location: Binjiang Gorge, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province
🚘 Parking fee: 20 yuan per day
▪️ Luggage storage: Valuable item locker: 50 yuan, Regular clothing locker: 30 yuan. (Located inside the food street at the ticket office, you can store your belongings upon arrival at the scenic area, charged by the number of times the locker is opened).
🔹 Yuntian Glass Overlord Ticket: 108 yuan/person
🔸 Business hours: 9:00-16:00
▫️ Rafting ticket: Platform ticket purchase: Weekdays 168 yuan/person, Weekends 218 yuan/person, VIP 288 yuan/person.
On-site ticket purchase: Weekdays 178 yuan/person, Weekends 238 yuan/person. The whole rafting journey takes about 35 minutes.
▪️ Business hours: Weekdays 12:00-15:00, Weekends 10:30-15:30, queues may start one hour earlier when crowded.
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Gulong Gorge scenic area has developed five major projects:
1️⃣ Yuntian Glass Overlord
Also known as the Glass Grand Canyon, it is the world's first glass sightseeing combination that integrates a suspended glass platform, glass gallery, glass plank road, glass suspension bridge, glass sky mirror, and glass live broadcast room.
2️⃣ The Great Waterfall Group
It is the largest stepped waterfall group in China, like a wild dragon descending from the sky, swallowing mountains and rivers with its majestic flow.
3️⃣ International Rafting
It is a designated rafting track by the General Administration of Sport of China, known as the 'King of Drops', divided into 'Peak Track' and 'Extreme Track' two sections, and is the longest track with the largest drop and fastest flow in Guangdong Province.
4️⃣ Internet-famous River Valley
The red bridge spanning the river surface attracts all eyes, very suitable for taking photos and checking in.
5️⃣ Aerial Adventure
Jungle leap, step by step thrilling, cliff swing, gliding wings, ladder to the sky, divine palm reaching to the heavens.
❗️ Rafting Precautions:
During the process, you can have water fights in the gentle river sections.
Bring your own: water scoop, water gun (the kind that draws water), protective goggles or swimming goggles, a good quality waterproof bag for your phone, it is recommended to wear sandals for the activity (slippers are easy to fall off into the water), if you wear glasses, buy a glasses strap in advance to prevent loss, a set of clean clothes to change into, towel.
🍛 Dining: Gulong Fisherman's Restaurant, next to the internet-famous river valley, where you can taste traditional local cuisine of Qingyuan.
wylder_0618
Gulong Gorge, one not to be missed
My wife and I decided to experience what it would be like walk a glass bridge over two mountains. This is one experience we will never forget. The views were breathtaking and definitely picture worthy landscapes. We got the tickets for Yingtingboba and worth every yuan spent. We recommend taking the photo on the glass bridge as it is only 30yuan and the photographer did a great job. Also try to come over early to avoid the rush and the heat. This is a great 1:30min activity.
ronsan
I regret not coming to Qingyuan sooner; my friends thought I had gone to Guilin
Guangdong's backyard—Qingyuan!
A small paradise in the big city,
perfect for a weekend getaway to breathe in some fresh air and release stress. Save this article for a local's top recommendations!!
【Gulongxia】
💥Besides the thrilling rafting, don't forget the must-visit Glass Grand Canyon! The Glass Platform, Ladder, and Bridge have a total length of 1314 meters, symbolizing 'forever and ever', so bring your significant other or besties and set off😜!
📍Navigation: Qingyuan Gulongxia Scenic Area
🎫Ticket: Reference price—Rafting🚣♀️148 RMB/Glass Skywalk 138 RMB
【Bijia Mountain】
🌳This is a natural forest amusement park, combining rafting, waterfalls, adventure, water park, and hot spring B&Bs. Known as the 'fairyland next to the city', it's a huge natural oxygen bar🎄!
📍Navigation: Bijia Mountain Tourist Scenic Area
🎫Ticket: Reference price 60 RMB
【Qingquan Bay】
💦Here you can play in the water, soak in hot springs, go rafting, camp, and more, suitable for all ages to have fun😄! There's also a Turkish town nearby, a theme park full of exotic charm, fun and photogenic, perfect for families, couples, besties, and teams🎉!
📍Navigation: Qingquan Bay Ecological Tourism Resort
📅Ticket: Paid (various combo tickets available)
【Taihe Ancient Cave】
🛤Built in the fourth year of the Xianfeng era of the Qing dynasty, with a history of over 150 years, it is a historic Taoist sanctuary. Climbing here on weekends, getting some exercise, sweating it out, and relaxing your eyes is suitable for everyone to have a simple leisure time🤗.
📍Navigation: Taihe Town Taihe Ancient Cave Scenic Area
🎫Ticket: Reference price 12 RMB (15 RMB on-site, 12 RMB online, 10 RMB at convenience stores outside the scenic area)
【Feilai Gorge】
🌾This is a water conservancy hub on the Beijiang River, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, with few people and unique terrain. There's a large green lawn nearby, perfect for walking, running, cycling, dog walking, kite flying, and camping😃.
📍Navigation: Feilai Gorge Water Conservancy Hub Scenic Area
🎫Ticket: Free
【Peach Blossom Lake】
🌸It's truly beautiful here! With karst topography and emerald green lake water, as well as the stunning reflection of beautiful peaks, the air is fresh, and every snapshot is a masterpiece📷!
📍Navigation: Qingyuan City Peach Blossom Lake Tourism Ecological Area
🎫Ticket: Free
【Shijiao Village Ferry】
🐎Guangdong's 'Hulunbuir' is right here! Dozens of kilometers of Shijiao sand beach and grassland, under the blue sky and white clouds, feel like being in a Hayao Miyazaki cartoon. Whether day or night, there are plenty of entertainment activities, such as flying kites, camping, wild cooking, beach water play, fishing, and enjoying night market delicacies😍.
📍Navigation: Qingyuan City Shijiao Village Ferry
🎫Ticket: Free
【Qushu·Yanyu Jiangnan Hot Spring Resort】
🏡Filled with the charm of ancient Jiangnan water towns, every corner of the villa is full of artistry, complete with private gardens and in-house hot springs, making for great photo opportunities🤳!
👏Facilities: KTV🎙, mahjong, barbecue, kitchen
👏Suitable for: Friends gatherings, family outings, company team building
QUINN CHRISTENSEN
Push the limits, the Feilada rock climbing team building in Qingyuan, Guangdong is too top-notch
🙈Life advice!! Try more while you're young⁉️
Go challenge the limits, achieve yourself 'Feilada Rock Climbing in Matoushan' is all about the heartbeat, gaining endless joy!
🏠Young people's favorite villa party barbecue🍢Karaoke🎤Mahjong machine🀄️Swimming pool💦etc. are all available~👌
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🌟【Basic Information】
🔸Location: Qingyuan, Guangdong
🔸Time: 2 days and 1 night
🔸Driving time: 2h from Guangzhou, 3h from Shenzhen
🔸Transportation: Air-conditioned tourist bus pick-up and drop-off/self-driving
🔸Customization: 15-200 people can customize the plan separately
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🌟【Schedule】
Day1⃣️
Departure→Lunch (🎋Bamboo rice)→Gulong Gorge Sky Bubble/Step by Step Shocking/Cliff Roller Coaster🎢→Check in to the villa/BBQ🍡/Karaoke🎤/Mahjong🀄️/Swimming pool🏊♀️/Hot spring♨️
Day2⃣️
Villa breakfast→Matoushan🌄Feilada rock climbing🧗→Lunch (Chicken pot under the sky bridge🐔)→Return
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🌟【Villa Facilities】
♨️Private hot spring｜🏊Private swimming pool
🪞Private garden｜🀄️Automatic mahjong machine
🎤Karaoke KTV｜🍢BBQ grill
♾️Free WiFi｜📺HD TV
🪥Toiletries｜🍚Open kitchen
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🌟【Tourist Attractions】Gulong Gorge Matoushan
✅Gulong Gorge Sky Bubble｜Combines glass cloud platform, cloud ladder, and cloud bridge. Walking in it is like a leisurely walk in the courtyard, but looking down, it's shocking step by step!
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✅Matoushan Feilada Rock Climbing｜The only Feilada project in Guangdong province, standing on a cliff hundreds of meters high makes the experiencer feel thrilling, and the exciting route challenges the experiencer's courage.
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🌟【Nearby Attractions】
❣️Huangteng Gorge Mountain Slide
❣️Jingshan Lake Off-road Vehicle
❣️Superman Kart
❣️Bijia Mountain Nine-layer Waterfall
❣️Niuyuzui Ecological Scenic Area
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PARKER STRICKLAND
One-Day Tour to Qingyuan Gulong Gorge
📍Location: Sankengtan, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City
🚗Transportation: Self-driving (two and a half hours)
🅿️Parking: Park parking lot 💰RMB20/day
🉑Self-prepared/Precautions:
✅Bring an extra set of clothes👙
✅Waterproof bag for phone📱
✅Big head shoes (slippers not recommended)
✅Shower gel and shampoo (available during shower🚿)
✅Hairdryer (bring your own to avoid queuing, there are sockets)
✅Towel/Bath towel
✅Water scoop (sold on the roadside, 💰5r/piece, I bargained to 4r/piece but my friend got 5r for 2 pieces)
✅Swimming goggles🥽 (fixed type, you'll know how nice it is during water fights)
✅Apply sunscreen🌞
✅Bring some snacks🍫 Dry food🍰 Water🧃️ (because I found no time to have lunch, you can eat snacks to fill up)
❗Final suggestion: Start early to avoid queues and crowds
⏩Travel Tips:
1⃣Internet-famous valley Gulong Gorge Internet-famous valley
Ticket🎫: Free
Next to parking lot No. 2, we parked the car and saw it, just follow the signs down the stairs, and there's also park-made atmosphere smoke on the riverbank
There's also a red bridge that's very photogenic📸
2⃣Gulong Gorge Waterfall Cluster Gulong Gorge Waterfall Cluster
Ticket🎫: Ctrip Travel RMB35/person
Take the shuttle bus with the ticket
The waterfall🏞 is quite stunning for photos, you have to walk up the stairs to feel the waterfall's direct drop
There are also thrilling activities like jungle leap, cliff swing, cliff roller coaster, etc., which are charged. Interested parties can experience
3⃣Gulong Gorge Rafting Qingyuan Gulong Gorge Rafting
Ticket🎫: Ctrip 💰RMB88 single ticket
Change into rafting clothes at the tourist center restroom, there are lockers (RMB30, can only open once during the trip)
4️⃣Yuntian Glass Overlord (suspension bridge + cantilevered walkway + platform + plank road + waterfall cluster + summit elevator) Ctrip Travel 💰108
5️⃣Jungle Leap Full Course Ctrip Travel 💰88
Take the shuttle bus🚌 to the rafting starting point. I see everyone says to queue for two or three hours, but we didn't need to queue at all. We checked in the above attractions around 12 pm and came to raft, basically no queuing
We rafted for about 40 minutes ⏳. Once we reached the calm water area, we had a water fight, not letting ourselves slide down too quickly, energy-consuming rafting 🤭. After finishing, we showered and changed clothes to avoid catching a cold, after all, the mountain water is really cold
JASON WATKINS
Winter travel guide to Gu Long Gorge
🔔Come to Gu Long Gorge, where there is the "largest high-altitude sightseeing glass combination in the world": Glass Cloud Platform, Cloud Ladder, Cloud Bridge, with a total length of 1314 meters, implying a lifetime.
📍 Address: Sankeng Beach, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City, Guangdong.
🚙Traffic strategy
👉Navigate to "Gu Long Gorge", park on the mountain, don't walk too much, park at the foot of the mountain, less traffic when you come out, each has its advantages.
👉Long-distance bus:
Transfer to the bus from Qingyuan city to and take the bus to Gu Long Gorge. It costs about 50💰 to take a taxi from the city to the scenic area. For long-distance buses, it is best to choose the bus from Qingyuan North Station, and it only costs 30💰 to take a taxi to the scenic area.
🎫Ticket strategy: You can buy it on various platforms.
If you just want to play, buy a ticket for Yun Tian Bo Ba: 108/person (including waterfall) If you are afraid of heights, just buy a waterfall ticket: 35/person.
👉There are also many jungle projects inside that you can experience according to your needs and "courage"🤣
1⃣️Glass bridge, very long and distinctive! If you are not afraid of heights, you can experience it!
2⃣️Yun Tian Bo Ba, higher than the glass bridge, but not so long, the two bridges are almost the same~
3⃣️Sky Ladder & Tongtian Divine Palm You have to pay to take pictures when you walk up by yourself, 18r, if the photographer helps to take pictures, it is another price
4⃣️Step by step, very fun, must go to play, need to queue up when there are many people.
5⃣️Cliff roller coaster, roller coaster, from the top of the mountain to the foot of the mountain. Super exciting.
6⃣️Drifting, not open now......
✔️Tour process:
Pick up tickets→Take the bus🚌 to the entrance of Yun Tian Bo Ba→Large waterfall group→Peak elevator→Glass suspension bridge→Glass plank road→Flying waterfall corridor→Glass platform→Cliff roller coaster, swing (need to buy tickets separately).
⛩️Travel suggestions: Bring water and food, the things inside are more expensive. Wear some comfortable clothes and shoes. If you are just hiking and walking, you can play directly from the parking lot to Gu Long Nine Waterfalls, because there are also many steps to walk.
Gulong Gorge is located in the Binjiang Gorge of Qingxin District, Qingyuan City, 68 kilometers away from downtown Guangzhou (Figure 1).
As you climb the stairs from the entrance of the scenic area, you will encounter small waterfalls of different shapes (Figures 2 and 3). And when the main waterfall appears in front of you, you will exclaim: 'Wow! It's so spectacular!' (Figure 4)
The main waterfall group is roughly divided into three sections:
Upper section (Figure 5): I call it the Flying Waterfall. The drop is large, just like a long river falling from the sky, with a rumbling sound, its momentum is earth-shattering.
Middle section (Figure 6): I call it the Multi-branch Waterfall. The drop is small, the water speed slows down, forming multiple branch waterfalls, like a curtain of water hanging on the cliff. Behind the mountain, there is a water curtain cave, where you can appreciate the crystal clear and elusive waterfall from inside to outside, from back to front (Figure 7).
Lower section (Figure 8): I call it the Lotus Waterfall. The water rushes down, splashing water, and the blooming petals are the silver-white water chains.
A giant viewing platform (Figure 9) with the world's largest length, width, and height, and a thrilling glass skywalk (Figure 10) have been built near the top of the mountain, allowing you to admire the majestic momentum and vast demeanor of the waterfall group from a close distance in the air.
Friend, go to Gulong Gorge! I believe that after your visit, like me, you will deeply engrave the Gulong Gorge Waterfall, Huangguoshu Waterfall, and Detian Waterfall in your mind.
Visited on November 6, 2023.