[2024 Guilin Attraction] Travel Guide for Reed Flute Cave (Updated Oct)

Mesmerizing beauty of Reed Flute Caves

The Reed Flute Caves in Guilin are a stunning natural attraction that is not to be missed. The caves are named after the reeds that grow outside, which are used to make flutes, and have been a popular destination for tourists for over 1,200 years. The caves are filled with a variety of rock formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and columns, that have been formed over millions of years by the natural processes of erosion and mineral deposition. The various formations are illuminated with a range of colorful lights, creating a mesmerizing and otherworldly atmosphere. Visitors can explore the caves on a guided tour, which typically lasts about an hour and covers a distance of about 240 meters. The tour takes visitors through a series of different chambers, each with its own unique geological features and lighting effects. Highlights include the Crystal Palace, which is filled with sparkling stalactites and stalagmites, and the Dragon Pagoda, which features a towering rock formation that resembles a pagoda. In addition to the stunning rock formations, the Reed Flute Caves also feature a range of inscriptions and artwork that date back to the Tang Dynasty. Visitors can view these ancient carvings and paintings, which offer a glimpse into the history and culture of the region.

Picturesque Caves in Guilin

Reed Flute Cave is a cave-based scenic spot located in the northwest suburb of Guilin, Guangxi, China, 5 km from the Guilin city center. It is about 240 meters (787ft) deep and 500 meters (1640ft) long. The cave has a great number of various exquisite stalagmites, stalactites, stone pillars and stone curtain, which have been forming since 180 million years ago. Guilin is a wonderful city to visit and if it is raining or sunny, this is a suitable place to visit. If you take a taxi from the center, you will arrive here in fifteen minutes. The entrance fee is not expensive and you can wonder around taking wonderful photographs to see the different colours and textures. Suitable for going with families too. Tip: Bring a light jacket because it can be chilly - around 17 degrees. #guilin #cave

The Stunning Limestone Formations of Reed Flute Cave

The mountains and caves of Guilin, Yangshuo and other places in China are made of limestone, also known as karst formations. These formations are made from millions of years of dissolving and redeposition of limestone by flowing water. The variety of shapes and sizes of the formations is vast and will leave you wondering how they can possibly be natural. What i found amazing was how silent it was in the cave. We couldn't hear anything apart from drips of water and it felt almost unnaturally quiet. #newyearadventure

Cave Art in Guilin

The Reed Flute Caves in Guilin were one of the many stops that I made time for during a whirlwind three-day vacation. Located in the northwest area of the city of Guilin, the Reed Flute Caves are said to go about 240m deep. Within, there are a huge number of stalagmites and stalactites, stone pillars and more that form this humongous and stunning geological formation. Of course, the rainbow lights that decorate every corner and surface of the cave really adds to the atmosphere, and makes it more like a work of light art. In total, you will probably only need about 1-2 hours to tour the Reed Flute Cave, so it's easy to pack into a busy day of sightseeing. Find it: Reed Flute Cave, 1 Ludi Road, Guilin, China #momentsmission

REED FLUTE CAVE , CHINA

The Reed Flute Cave in Guilin, China, is more than 180 million years old. Its height reaches 240 meters. Called the most unique tourist spot in the world because this cave has stalagmites and stalactites. More beautiful with the addition of colorful lights. Oh yes, in the Reed Flute Cave there is a beautiful and clear lake. So, this tourist destination is indeed recommended to visit. #triplocal #themepark#zoo#nationalpark#lakes#beaches

Reed Flute Cave is a fairy tale

The reed flute cave is an underworld, at the entrance to which you plunge into a real fairy tale✨🧚‍♀️ Initially, visit this cave was not in my plans, for some reason I imagined it to be a very small and boring cave, where you can get around everything in 5 minutes. But it was not!!! It turns out that the reed flute cave is the largest karst cave in China, its length is 500 meters and a depth of about 250 meters. And in order to go around all the "halls" it took an hour. I even managed to freeze😅 A special atmosphere was given by the multi-colored illumination of stalactites and stalagmites. So, thanks to the unusual natural beauty and bright lighting, this place turned into something magical✨ I was pleased that everything did not go according to plan and I saw such beauty with my own eyes! It took around 30-40 minutes by taxi from the airport. Ticket is 90 rmb per person. #awesomepic #travelinspiration #cave #china #guilin #reedflutecave #tripinspired #triplocal #tripaway # #unforgettableexperiences#awesomepic#summervacation

Reed Flute Cave Ludi Scenic Area Guilin

Getting There - taxi, walk from hotel Attractions - Reed Flute Cave and Bamboo Rafting at the Lake Hotels - Peach Blossom River Resort Food & Restaurants - There were food around the area from little shops Shopping - souvenir shopping at the exit Entrance to the cave is 90/adult and free for children 1.2 m below They had an extra cave with special light effects it's 38/person The cave structure was incredible it was great to bring children. The names of the formation is written in English as well so it's easy to know a bit more. There is a guide to show a group for each formation. We also enjoyed the local food that was available to purchase at the exit. #summervacation#hikingtrails#hotelstay#urbanexplorer

Stalactites

Have you ever heard of the middle east folklore tale Alibaba and the 40 thieves; where the treasure 💰 is hidden inside the cave. What if I say, they do have a similar cave in China, well don't get ready for your gold rush 😛; it is again a folklore tale told in Guilin about the Reed flute cave with lot of treasure hidden inside. In my eyes, the richness lies in the cave's beauty itself; where it is upto your imagination to get the most out of it. This largest karst cave is located some 80 kilometres 🚗 away from the main city at the Lipu county. You can take a taxi and reach here; and the entrance fee 🎟 is 80 rmb. The flying waterfall 💧 section is a must see one; while the other sections gives you different perspective of shapes of the cave. A good spot to spend a day, if you're in Guilin. #chinatravel #couplestrip #summervacation#hikingtrails#urbanexplorer

Karst Peak Paradise. From rafting down the Li River to hiking karst hills, Guilin is a great mix of city and nature. In just three days, I was able to witness the beauty of the karst hills in Guilin, marvel at the underground caves featuring huge stalactites and stalagmite formations in the Reed Flute Cave, hike up Diecai Hill for a magnificent view of the city against the multitude of peaks, as well as browse a local market and walk around Elephant Trunk Hill. There’s so much for explore here, and would certainly be worth another trip to uncover even more gems this city has to offer. #urbanexplorer#qingmingtravel

Guilin has the most beautiful karst landform in the world, and Reed Flute Cave is a concrete manifestation of this landform. One million years ago, Reed Flute was originally an ancient underground lake. Due to the elevation of the crust movement, the groundwater level dropped and the underground lake became a cave. After years of accumulation of rock calcification, it forms a variety of stalactites. Reed Flute Cave is an important part of the entire Lijiang River Scenic Area. It has the karst features of nature and the beautiful scenery of Guilin. The stone pillars, stone plaques, stone branches, stone flowers and stone waterfalls complement each other. It is called an underground art of nature. 

Guilin Reed Flute Cave

One highlight of our trip to Guilin was the Reed Flute Cave - entering it felt like a whole other world. My advice is to not take the train up (70 RMB). Everyone will keep telling you to scare you into buying it but in reality it's really not that far to walk, and you get beautiful views such as the waterfall posted. Also remember to bring a light jacket as it definitely gets cooler inside. The easiest way to get to the cave is to get a cab and walk up to the entrance.

I didn't expect to stumble upon a corgi gathering in Guilin, it was so shocking

A grand corgi event!! I only knew it happened elsewhere before. I didn't expect my great Guilin to have one too‼️‼️ Corgi dogs, quickly find your organization🙋🏻‍♀️ Brought my corgi and participated in the grand corgi event organized by Adorable Wilderness🦮 So many corgis, it was truly spectacular and shocking🤩 You can also participate in various competitions🥇 ✅ Dog weight competition ✅ Swimming competition ✅ Eating competition The dogs had so much fun here!🤩🤩 There will also be a golden retriever event later!🐶 Really looking forward to it😉😉

🌈Reed flute cave is impressively massive🤩

This cave located in Guilin is huge and so colourful 🌈 It is only about 15-20 min by car from the city center. Entrance fee is 90rmb per person. The visit takes about 20 minutes. After the visit you can take a bamboo rafting tour for about 20rmb through the lake nearby or enjoy a coffee at the coffee downstairs. It is a really pleasant tour. Don’t miss it out! #Cabelovers #bamboorafting #cavetime #chinatrip

Guilin's most mysterious fantasy space! "The Palace of Nature's Art"—Reed Flute Cave!

Reed Flute Cave, located in the tranquil suburbs northwest of Guilin city, is only 5 kilometers away from the bustling city center. It is a scenic spot that combines cave exploration and the appreciation of pastoral landscapes. Venturing into the Reed Flute Cave, you will embark on a mysterious journey of 240 meters, with a total tour distance of 500 meters. Inside the cave, a myriad of spectacular sights unfold, including stalactites, stalagmites, columns, draperies, and stone flowers, presenting a dazzling array of stone landscapes that are picturesque and poetic. They form magnificent scenes such as the majestic Lion Ridge at dawn, the luxurious Red Silk Tent, the solemn Coiled Dragon Pagoda, the mysterious Primeval Forest, the crystal-clear Crystal Palace, and the fantastical Mount Huaguo, offering an endless feast for the eyes, as if you are in a dreamlike fairyland. Reed Flute Cave is thus known as "The Palace of Nature's Art", where every landscape seems like a meticulously crafted artwork by nature, waiting for every visitor to savor and discover the magical charm of nature.

Journey to the West Filming Location | Guilin Reed Flute Cave

| Guilin Reed Flute Cave. The Reed Flute Scenic Area is located on the bank of the Peach Blossom River in the northwest of Guilin City, boasting the peculiar and exquisite karst landscape of Guilin's mountains and waters. It consists of Guilin's most beautiful karst cave - the Reed Flute Cave, the highest peak - Mount Hou, as well as landscapes of mountains and bodies of water such as the Peach Blossom River and the Fanglian Pond. Inside the cave, dense stalactites, stalagmites, stone columns, and stone mantles are forest-like, complementing the surrounding mountains, clear green waters, and swaying willows outside the cave, creating a naturally interesting scene; it has extremely high ornamental value. Millions of years of nature's craftsmanship have endowed the Reed Flute Cave with a gem-like brilliant life. Unlike other caves formed by river erosion, the Reed Flute Cave possesses the breadth of a lake and the grandeur of a river, suitable for both motion and stillness, gentle and refined. The stalactites in the cave are like corals and amber piled up, earning it the reputation of 'Nature's Palace of Art'.

Who knows, Reed Flute Cave is really breathtaking!!!

Guilin is such a great place, only 7km away from the city center you can explore caves. The miraculous work of nature is fully demonstrated in this cave. 🎫Ticket: 90/person ⏰Time: Monday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 (The tour takes about 1⃣ hour) 🚙Transport: About 5 kilometers from the center of Guilin city It takes about 20 minutes to get there by car or Didi 📍Address: No.1 Ludi Road, Xiufeng District, Guilin City Tour: Inside the cave, each area's stalactites are given a name and a story, and you can enjoy them following the guide's explanation! Halfway through, you will have your photo taken at two places: the filming location of the Dragon Palace in the East Sea from 'Journey to the West' and the reflection of the Snow Mountain. After coming out, you will be given a copper keychain, with one photo on each side. If you need it, you can take a photo. If you want to print a larger size photo, there will be an extra charge. ❤Reed Flute Cave Travel Tips: 1. The temperature inside the cave is over 10 degrees, which is fine in summer, but bring warm clothes in winter 2. The ground is slippery, it is recommended for women not to wear high heels, but flat shoes to avoid falling 3. The small train recommended at the entrance is not necessary 4. There is a limit on the number of visitors, with a group being admitted every 15 minutes 5. Do not backtrack during the visit, keep moving forward 6. It is recommended to listen to the guide's explanation, otherwise, some cultural spots are incomprehensible 7. There is no mobile phone signal inside the cave, but WIFI is available 8. Smoking is prohibited inside the cave 9. Please do not touch, carve or litter during the tour

Help! Sisters! You must know about Reed Flute Cave

Different locations Reed Flute Cave is in Guilin Right in the city It's just a ten-minute taxi ride from the city center's Two Rivers and Four Lakes. Silver Cave is in Yangshuo, not in the county town It takes fifty minutes by taxi from the center of Yangshuo County/Yulong River. Different sizes Reed Flute Cave is small, takes about 50 minutes to visit It was a filming location for the 1983 Journey to the West Also known as the State Guest Cave, it has hosted many foreign dignitaries There is also a separately charged small area inside Reed Flute Cave It's quite narrow, see pictures 3 and 4, it's actually just a light show with good symbolic meaning, the visit takes about 15 minutes It might be interesting for children to take a look Not necessary for adults Of course, the ticket is not expensive, and since you're here, you might as well take a look Silver Cave is big, takes about an hour and a half to visit There is a very long shopping area at the exit. Precautions The cave is humid, be careful not to slip... The air is quite cool, wear a coat

Guilin Travel | A small group of 8 people is really awesome

3🈷️ For those planning to visit Guilin, I sincerely recommend choosing a small group! Small group! Small group! Because it's really awesome 😭 💕Small groups don't rush! Don't get up early! No shopping! And no tourist traps! – —·—·—·—·Small Group 𝐕𝐒 Large Group·—·—·—·— 【Small Group】 💯Stay in a room with a view, open the window to see river views, mountain views, lake views 💯Flexible itinerary, no rushing 💯Taste all the local specialties, rice noodles, beer fish, taro pork 💯Experience unique activities, Li River bamboo rafting, Yulong River drifting, Ten-Mile Gallery cycling 【Large Group】 ❌Suburban hotels, close to the road, poor sleep quality ❌Rush through attractions, waste time shopping ❌Unpalatable group meals, the same every meal ❌Wake up at six, depart at seven – —·—·—·—·🏞️Scenic Spots·—·—·—·— ✨Elephant Trunk Hill: The symbol of Guilin, resembling a giant elephant drinking water ✨Li River: The most beautiful river, with endless scenery along the way ✨Yangshuo: The well-known backyard, with West Street, Ten-Mile Gallery, Moon Hill, etc. ✨Longji Rice Terraces: The most beautiful terraces, each season has its charm ✨Diecai Hill: The center of Guilin, overlooking the whole city from the mountain ✨Silver Cave: The largest karst cave in Guilin, with amazing rock formations – —·—·—·—·🚐Route Reference·—·—·—·— Day 1: Hometown - Guilin city tour Day 2: Guilin - Li River bamboo rafting - Yangshuo - West Street Day 3: Yangshuo - Cycling Ten-Mile Gallery - Xianggong Mountain - Guilin Day 4: Guilin - Longji Rice Terraces - Ancient villages Day 5: Guilin - Diecai Hill - Reed Flute Cave - Hometown – —·—·—·—·💡Trip Highlights·—·—·—·— 💡Stay in a Guilin scenic view hotel 💡Popular classic routes, flexible combinations 💡In-depth Guilin tour, leave no regrets 💡2-8 person small group, no bus, no rush.

The perfect guide for Reed Flute Cave

Reed Flute Cave is a naturally occurring limestone cave that is located 5 km northwest of Guilin's city and has been a popular tourist destination for more than 1200 years. I've prepared the ideal guide for you, including all the details you require to see the Guilin cave promptly and effectively! What the Cave has to offer: ⛰️ 1. Walking into Reed Flute Cave, you will be amazed at how radiant the dewy stalagmites look like. The rainbow lights and dazzling array of massive natural formations compose a dreamy wonderland. Featuring a fascinating collection of stalactites, stone pillars, and rock formations created by carbonate deposition, many of the formations in the cave have been compared to recognizable shapes of mythological creatures and natural images🎨 2. Midway through the cave, there is a large open room that offers a periodic video screening projected onto its stone ceiling and a hologram display of a Swan Lake ballet performance. 🎚 3. In addition, their is a river in the middle, from which the rock formations reflect in the river to make for some beautiful photo opportunities.🏞 4. An extra fee allows access to an additional cave with two old turtles, but it is less impressive than the main cave.💲 5. On the way out, you will walk through a commercial area with souvenir sellers. Remember to bargain if you want to buy something.🛍 6. Outside the Cave, there is a small train to bring you up if you if you can not walk up the mountain cave. I suggest just taking a one-way ticket up and then walking down, but if there is a big line to use, I suggest just going up by walking. Also,on your way down, you will find a lake. There is an option to do a mini cruise with a bamboo boat.🚃🛶 How to get there: 1. Bus:🚍 Bus lines 3 and 213 can take you to the Reed Flute Cave from the center of Guilin. 2.Taxi/Didi: (RECOMMENDED)🚖 The taxi ride from the city center to the cave is also cheap and convenient. It takes around 20 min and costs around CNY 15 from the city center. Wheelchair Access:♿️🚫 There are many steps and narrow passages along the walkway inside the cave. Therefore, the Reed Flute Cave is not suitable for wheelchair users. Important information: ℹ️ Recommended Visiting Time: 1-2 hours Opening time(Apr.- Nov.): 07:30 – 18:00 Opening time(Dec.– Mar.): 08:00 – 17:30 Price : CNY 120 Address: Reed Flute Cave, 1 Ludi Rd, Guilin , 541000 桂林市芦笛路1号 #tripblazers #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #localguides #china #cave #wecreate

2 Days in Guilin🎎

Guilin feels much more relaxed given its spectacular setting among the jagged-peak limestone karsts that surround it. I recommend staying in Guilin for 2 days. Walk, shop, and eat around the Daxu old town enjoying the food and the beautiful wall paintings. Go to the lake and see the magical Sun and Moon Pagodas. Take a taxi to the reed flute cave to be mesmerized. Finally, take a boat to Yangshuo and spend another 2 days there. #wecreate #freehotelstay #familytrip #mytravelhacks #falltrip #china

Guilin Yangshuo!! So comfortable that I don't want to check out at all

Living in a room with a beautiful view of Chinese landscape painting, who understands~ Every time I come to Yangshuo with my bestie, we always stay at this guesthouse. Located inside the Reed Flute Cave scenic area√ Close to Peach Blossom River√ The experience is top-notch. I would be sad if any sisters come to Yangshuo and don't know about this place. The location is really good. It's located inside the Reed Flute Cave scenic area, close to Peach Blossom River, and the location by the mountain and water is ancient trees by the window. A standalone courtyard hidden in the ink painting-like landscape. It's very convenient from the city area, only 15r. It's quite far from the airport, it takes about 35 minutes to get there, a good place for short trips around!! All rooms are floor-to-ceiling windows, lying down to see the beautiful mountains and clear lakes. Sitting by the floor-to-ceiling windows on the tatami tea table, drinking tea, chatting and looking at the scenery, there is a sense of hermit's comfort. There are cruise ships right outside the door, surrounded by water on three sides, and mountains on one side. The feeling of playing with water and absorbing negative oxygen ions is really relaxing. The service staff are super enthusiastic, they sent welcome fruits on the day of check-in, and will also help recommend restaurants and attractions. There is even snail rice noodle for breakfast, all made by local aunties, very unique. Location: Reed Flute Cave - Temple Front Village Price: 300+ GuilinExploration

Guilin caves

#urbanexplorer #awesomepic #cave This is one of the best attractions in Guilin. Even if you have claustrophobia you have to come. There is a big space, so no problem with it. It is coloured, there are many lights. Every 15-20 min. they have a special show with classic music, they show a ballet. And you can buy another ticket inside the cave (38 rmb), you will see dragons, fishes etc in special closed place. Address: Ludi street, 1.

Guangxi Expedition

Guangxi has a lot to offer from mountains to Detien water falls and Minshi village. 🏞 Nature is what Guangxi is all about Detien waterfalls, Rice field in Guilin, and the cosmic Reed flute caves. definitely a lot to see ⛩ Ancient architecture is also very easy to see. many old streets and neighbourhoods can be found dotted around. Nanning the capital has a nice pedestrian area with old buildings. And Beihai has a good place to see an old colonial street with French and English architecture. 🍜 Food in Guangxi is a little sweet, fresh and light. coconut hotpot is a must try, as well as stir fried rice, with local steamed fish. Every town and city has a different way to prepare these dishes. but they are all very good! ⛪️ Weizhou Island is also close by with a well preserved French Church almost no one talks about. The nature and the scenery is amazing. 🙂 #nanning #nature #mountains #waterfall #hiking #urbanexplorer #MaydayTrip #HappyLaborday

This was only the 2nd cave I’ve been to and it was truly beautiful. You go in as part of a group but you don’t have to stay with the group as you move through the cave. The cave itself was beautiful with amazing lighting throughout. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Reed Flute Cave is located in the northwest suburb of Guilin

This cave has more than 180 foreign leaders and politicians who have visited it. It is the Reed Flute Cave, also known as the "Guobin Cave." Reed Flute Cave is a bright pearl of Guilin Mountain. Reed Flute Cave is located on the mountainside of the southern side of Guangming Mountain. The depth of the cave is 240 meters and the journey is nearly 500 meters. It is a magical excursion environment with high concentration of scenery and perfect scenery. In this wonderful cave, the stalactites of stalactites, stalagmites, stone pillars, stone sarcophagi, and stone flowers are vividly composed of more than 30 landscapes. The landscape of Reed Flute is so beautiful and so strange, then what is it? How did it form? It is the karstification of the damage and transformation of soluble rock by surface water and groundwater. The various forms of above and below ground produced by this action are called karst landforms. Every year, a large number of tourists from home and around the world come here to see the beautiful scenery inside the Reed Flute Cave.

Reed Flute Cave is located on the south side of the Taohua River in Guilin City, on the southern side of Guangming Mountain. There is a kind of reed grass in the original mouth of the cave. It is said that the flute can be used to make a pleasant sound. Reed Flute is named after it. The formation of Reed Flute has gone through a long period of time. It was originally an ancient underground lake 1 million years ago. Due to the elevation of the crust movement, the groundwater level dropped and the underground lake became a cave. Later, the groundwater formed by the rain flowed along many broken belts in the mountain, dissolved calcium carbonate in the rock and became a solution containing carbonate and calcium ions. When groundwater flows from the rock gap into the hole, the carbon dioxide overflows and the calcium ions precipitate and crystallize. After years of accumulation, it forms a variety of stalactites. People praised Reed Flute Rock as a palace of nature. In the Tang Dynasty, more than 1,000 years ago, some people came to visit Reed Flute Cave. The stone walls of Reed Flute left many ancient inks. Reed Flute Cave can be said to be the most net red cave in Guilin. Its title of "Guobindong" has made tourists screaming. It is said that some people in the Tang Dynasty in front of the 1000-year-old reed flute rock picture came to Reed Flute Cave, and later received countless national leaders.

Located in Guilin, Guangxi, Reed Flute Cave is a famous stalactite cave at home and abroad. The grandeur of its scale and the magnificence of the landscape are amazing. Even President Nixon has been here and praised it. Reed Flute Rock is known as "the Palace of Art of Nature". There are a lot of exotic stalagmites, stone milk and stone pillars in the cave. Under the colorful light of the ridge, Reed Flute is shining. The new vitality is very energetic. Reed Flute has not only beautiful scenery, but also a profound cultural heritage. Since the Tang Dynasty, there have been traces of tourists in the past dynasties, and there are more than 70 murals in the caves. This is still a place to cool in winter and cool in summer. Walking on the slate of the slate, the coolness of the caves came to the fore, and the swaying heart calmed down. The beautiful Reed Flute Cave, and therefore its unique style, has become a proud business card in China. Best travel time: Reed Flute Rock is suitable for all seasons, and April-October is the best time to travel.