Nanjiang Grand Canyon

Decide first whether you are sightseeing or rafting

Nanjiang Grand Canyon is not only a gorge-viewing stop. Many visitors come for rafting. Sightseeing-only entry is CNY 58. Rafting requires the matching package ticket: leisure rafting is better for families and easier water play, while passion rafting is better for visitors who want the fuller river section.

Leave Guiyang in the morning

Nanjiang Grand Canyon is in Kaiyang County. Driving from central Guiyang takes about 1-1.5 hours. You can also take high-speed rail to Nanjiang Station, then use a minibus or taxi to the scenic area.

Choose the rafting type by intensity

Leisure rafting is about 5 km and suits families or visitors who do not want too much intensity. Passion rafting is about 8 km, covers a fuller river section, and suits visitors who want water play and accept getting fully wet.

Prepare clothing, storage, and pickup before rafting

Rafting usually gets you wet, especially passion rafting. Bring dry clothes, shoes and socks, a waterproof phone pouch, straps, a towel, and simple toiletries. Also allow time for luggage storage and pickup at the end.

Watch the rafting cutoff and return timing

Rafting times can be affected by water level and weather. The safest plan is to arrive in the morning and return to Guiyang in the afternoon.