Plan at a glance
Countryside and village
Mingshi Rural lies around Mingshi Village in Kanxu Township, Daxin County. The Mingshi River passes through fields and karst peaks. Bamboo raft rides, walking and cycling cover different parts of the area. For a bamboo raft ride, start at the Mingshi Tourism Resort Visitor Center to ask about the pier and ticket options.
How long to spend
Half a day allows time for a raft ride and a walk near the village. Stay overnight if you want to cycle, explore the countryside or photograph the landscape in the morning and evening light. Check prices separately for raft rides, rentals and meals; access and departures depend on weather and water levels.
Tickets and visit details
View visit options for this attraction and confirm the visit date and current arrangements before you go.
Choose your visit
Bamboo raft rides on the Mingshi River
From the water you can see karst peaks, bamboo, fields and village houses on both banks. Before buying a ticket, ask about the duration, boarding and disembarkation points, and whether the transfer to the pier is included. Meet the transfer or board at the place shown on your ticket.
Walking and cycling through the countryside
Village roads suit a slow walk, while a rented bicycle or electric two-wheeler lets you see more of the countryside. There are viewpoints and filming locations from the television series *The Journey of Flower*; ask the rental provider which routes are currently open. Check the vehicle's range, return location and price, and follow road and scenic-area signs.
Cycling routes pass villages and fields, so watch for traffic on downhill stretches and bends. Before renting an electric two-wheeler, check its brakes and battery and agree on the return time. Avoid riding unfamiliar country roads at night.
Views, food and places to stay
Countryside viewpoints look out over the peaks and fields; light is softer in the early morning or evening. The Zhuang Folk House Museum is another land-based stop, though its opening hours may change. Mingshi Village has places to stay and farm restaurants serving dishes such as river fish, bamboo-tube rice and pumpkin-flower omelet. Check menu prices before ordering.
For the separately ticketed border waterfall, see Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Area.
For a separate water-and-walking route in Daxin, see Dongnayuwan Scenic Area.
Build your day
Half-day visit
Start at the Mingshi Tourism Resort Visitor Center to ask about that day's raft rides and boarding points. After the boat ride, return to the visitor area and walk along open roads near Mingshi Village or rent a bicycle or electric two-wheeler. Visit the Zhuang Folk House Museum if it is open, and return your rental to the agreed location before leaving.
A slower day and overnight stay
With a full day, take the river trip in the morning, have lunch in Mingshi Village or near Mingshi Mountain Villa, then explore the countryside roads and viewpoints in the afternoon. Stay in the village and see the fields again the following morning. Detian Waterfall can be visited at another time; the two places have separate visitor centers and ticketing arrangements.
Get there
To the Mingshi visitor center
If driving yourself or booking a private car with a driver, navigate to “大新明仕旅游度假区游客中心”. Drivers can look for a designated parking lot near the visitor center. Village and national roads have bends, and cyclists should watch for motor vehicles. Follow the parking signs and charges on site.
From Chongzuo or Nanning
From Nanning, take a high-speed train to Chongzuo South Railway Station, then look for a tourist shuttle to Mingshi or arrange a private transfer. Another option is to travel first to Daxin County and check onward transport toward Mingshi. Shuttle schedules and last departures can change, so confirm boarding points and the return journey before buying tickets.
If staying overnight in Mingshi Village, ask your accommodation in advance about transfers between the visitor center and your lodging. Restaurants and accommodation are spread around the village, which matters when carrying large bags.
Know before you go
On the water
Rafts may stop operating when the river rises or the weather is poor. Before departure, call the Mingshi Tourism Resort Visitor Center on 0771-3755066 to check the day's arrangements. Wear a life jacket, protect your phone and documents from water, and watch for slippery piers after rain. Help children when boarding and disembarking.
Village roads and fields
Control your speed when riding an electric two-wheeler downhill; small roads may be slippery after rain. Fields and village homes have their own access boundaries. Stay on open roads for photographs and do not step on crops.
Food and accommodation
There are places to eat and stay in Mingshi Village and around the scenic area, with different prices and portion sizes. Besides river fish, farm restaurants may serve local chicken, wild-vegetable soup or mugwort rice cakes. Bring insect repellent, rain protection and drinking water for time outdoors.