01Nature Escape
Huangguoshu Waterfall
黄果树瀑布
All Ages
Admission
CNY 160 daytime adult ticket; sightseeing bus CNY 50; Grand Escalator CNY 50 round trip or CNY 30 one way.
Typical Visit
Full day for Huangguoshu, Tianxingqiao, and Doupotang
Quick Facts
Ticket
CNY 85 adult ticket; some eligible visitors may receive free admission but still pay a CNY 10 scenic-area service fee.
Hours
Daytime cave visit; do not arrive late because return transport can be inconvenient.
Transport
No metro. Drive or take a taxi from Huangguoshu or Anshun; public transport via Zhenning takes longer.
Duration
1.5-3 hours
Best Time
Year-round; caves are cooler than outside in summer
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
A cave add-on near Huangguoshu
Yelang Cave ticket is CNY 85. It is close to Huangguoshu, so it fits well on the same day or a nearby half day.
Tip:It is not in central Anshun, and getting a taxi back may be harder than getting one there.
2
Expect both water and dry cave scenery
The database notes describe Yelang Cave as a mix of water cave and dry cave, with stalactites, stone flowers, sinkholes, and karst landforms.
Tip:Some visitor pages mention possible changes to the water-cave route, so do not treat the boat section as the only core experience.
3
The cave is cooler than outside
The cave stays around 15-18°C, so it can feel cool even in summer, and the ground is often damp.
Tip:A light layer and anti-slip shoes matter more than photo outfits.
4
Bring valid documents for ticket benefits
Students, visitors aged 70 and above, active-duty military personnel, and some other groups may receive free admission, but a CNY 10 scenic-area service fee is still usually required.
Tip:The student benefit is currently listed through January 31, 2027, and valid documents are checked on site.
Highlights
- Yelang Cave suits travelers who like caves and karst scenery.
- The water cave, dry cave, Shihua Cave, and Fengziyan Cave make it more varied than a single-cave visit.
- Cave lighting and stalactites are better seen slowly than rushed through.
- Its location near Huangguoshu makes it a useful add-on beyond the waterfalls.
- Newer experience projects give the visit more variety than a basic cave route.
Insider Tips
✦Do not schedule Yelang Cave too late, because return transport from a more remote spot can be inconvenient.
✦The cave floor is slippery, so older visitors and children should move slowly.
✦Bring a light layer even in summer, because the cave temperature is noticeably lower than outside.
✦If you qualify for a ticket benefit, bring your student ID, passport/ID, or other valid proof.
✦If you are already tired after Huangguoshu, do not force a deep visit at Yelang Cave.
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02City Guide
Tianxingqiao Scenic Area
天星桥景区
All Ages
Admission
Included in the Huangguoshu through ticket; sightseeing bus CNY 50 for the wider scenic area.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours for a full route; shorter if focusing on the lower section
03City Guide
Doupotang Waterfall
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All Ages
Admission
Included in the Huangguoshu through ticket; sightseeing bus CNY 50 for the wider scenic area.
Typical Visit
40-60 minutes
04City Guide
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All Ages
Admission
CNY 150 for entrance ticket, boat, and sightseeing bus package; CNY 170 with uphill sightseeing elevator.
Typical Visit
Half day; longer when boat queues are heavy
05Historic Walk
Tianlong Tunpu
天龙屯堡
All Ages
Admission
CNY 89 for entrance ticket and sightseeing bus package.
Typical Visit
2-4 hours; add 1-1.5 hours if continuing to Tiantai Mountain Wulong Temple
06Historic Walk
Yunfeng Tunpu Scenic Area
云峰屯堡景区
All Ages
Admission
CNY 20 adult ticket.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours for the core village; half day with Benzhai and transport