Libo

荔波|KarstWaterfallsGuizhouNature

At a Glance

Visa Policy
Plan visa or transit eligibility by your China entry route
Best Season
Apr-Oct for green water and waterfalls; avoid heavy-rain days
Climate
Humid subtropical karst valley climate with warm summers, mild winters, and wetter months from late spring to summer

Top Attractions

01Nature Escape

Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area

荔波小七孔景区

All Ages

Admission

Xiaoqikong Scenic Area entrance ticket is CNY 120. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200. Yuanyang Lake boating and other water activities cost extra.

Typical Visit

5-6 hours

02City Guide

Xiaoqikong Bridge

小七孔桥

All Ages

Admission

No separate ticket for Xiaoqikong Bridge. It uses the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area ticket: CNY 120 entrance ticket. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200.

Typical Visit

20-40 minutes as part of Xiaoqikong

03Nature Escape

Wolong Pool

卧龙潭

All Ages

Admission

No separate ticket for Wolong Pool. It uses the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area ticket: CNY 120 entrance ticket. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200.

Typical Visit

30-60 minutes as part of Xiaoqikong

04Nature Escape

Yuanyang Lake

鸳鸯湖

All Ages

Admission

No separate scenic-area admission ticket for Yuanyang Lake. It uses the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area ticket: CNY 120 entrance ticket. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200. Boat and water activities are separate add-ons when operating.

Typical Visit

20-30 minutes from shore; 60-90 minutes with boating

05Nature Escape

Laya Waterfall

拉雅瀑布

All Ages

Admission

No separate ticket for Laya Waterfall. It uses the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area ticket: CNY 120 entrance ticket. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200.

Typical Visit

20-40 minutes as part of Xiaoqikong

06Nature Escape

68-Step Waterfall

六十八级跌水瀑布

All Ages

Admission

Uses the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area ticket: CNY 120 entrance ticket. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200.

Typical Visit

40-70 minutes as part of Xiaoqikong

07Nature Escape

Cuigu Waterfall

翠谷瀑布

All Ages

Admission

Uses the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area ticket: CNY 120 entrance ticket. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200.

Typical Visit

30-45 minutes as part of Xiaoqikong

08City Guide

Daqikong Scenic Area

大七孔景区

All Ages

Admission

Xiaoqikong/Daqikong joint entrance ticket is CNY 120. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200. Daqikong boat is separate: CNY 20 one way or CNY 40 return.

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

09Nature Escape

Maolan Karst Forest

茂兰喀斯特森林

All Ages

Admission

CNY 50 entrance ticket. Sightseeing vehicle is CNY 50 per person and valid for two days. Local guides, cave routes, hired cars, and homestays cost extra.

Typical Visit

Half day for light routes; full day to 2 days for forest and cave routes

10Cultural Stop

Yaoshan Ancient Village

瑶山古寨

All Ages

Admission

Yaoshan Ancient Village admission packages are CNY 80-100 depending on ticket type. Discount or local-resident packages may be lower. Craft activities, Yao herbal baths, long-table banquets, and shows are separate unless included in your package.

Typical Visit

2-3 hours; late afternoon to evening if adding show or banquet

11City Guide

Shuichun River Rafting

水春河漂流

Adults Focused

Admission

Use CNY 190-220 as the adult rafting ticket estimate. Insurance, lockers, waterproof bags, and water scoops may cost extra.

Typical Visit

Half day; the 13 km rafting route takes about 2-3 hours, plus changing clothes, storage, waiting, and return transport

12City Guide

Libo Ancient Town

荔波古镇

All Ages

Admission

Free entry. Restaurants, shops, bars, and paid experiences charge separately.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours for an evening walk; longer if eating dinner or staying nearby

13Nature Escape

Libo Zhangjiang Scenic Area

荔波樟江风景名胜区

All Ages

Admission

Xiaoqikong/Daqikong joint entrance ticket is CNY 120. Adult packages with sightseeing bus and insurance are CNY 170-200. Daqikong boat is separate: CNY 20 one way or CNY 40 return. Shuichun River rafting and other water activities are separate.

Typical Visit

1 full day for Xiaoqikong only; 1.5-2 days for Xiaoqikong plus Daqikong and add-ons