A wonderful journey to the stunning underground star river and the blue sea!
by DarjeelingSoul555
Sep 28, 2025
Bird Rock (also known as Water Wave Skylight) is literally a real-life underground star river! 🌟 As a must-visit attraction in Bama Yao Autonomous County, this karst cave is breathtakingly beautiful.
📍Basic Information
🆔 Address: At the foot of Mozhai Mountain, northwest of Lietun, Jiazhuan Township, Bama County, Hechi City
🎫 Ticket: 90 RMB for adults
⏰ Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (It is recommended to call ahead during peak season)
🕒 Tour Duration: 1-2 hours (including 40 minutes of boating + photo time)
🚗 Transportation Guide
For self-drivers 👉 3 hours direct from Nanning, 30 minutes from Bama County town!
For bus riders 🚌 Don’t worry, take Bama Route 1 to "Bird Rock Station" and walk 600 meters
Lazy travelers’ savior 👏 One-day group tours from Nanning/Hechi include the attraction (guide commentary is super important!)
🌈 Best Seasons
📸 For photography lovers:
March-May / September-November ➡️ Best light penetration! You can capture stunning blue-green water surfaces!
Summer June-August ➡️ Water volume is abundant but avoid right after heavy rain
Winter December-February ➡️ Fewer crowds for a private experience, remember to bring a jacket~
🚣 Must-try Experiences
1⃣️ Underground River Rafting:
✨ Pass through the "three bright and three dark" skylights
🌌 The interplay of light and shadow is truly spectacular!
2⃣️ Natural Oxygen Bar:
💨 Negative oxygen ions are off the charts
🧘♀️ Perfect for health-conscious girls!
3⃣️ Little Easter Eggs:
🦇 Occasionally spot bats and rock swallows
🏞️ Stalactites are magnificent
📸 Stunning Photo Spots
👉 Sit at the front of the boat! Sit at the front of the boat! Sit at the front of the boat! (Important, said three times)
👉 Take photos at noon on sunny days, the water surface will emit a blue-green glow
👉 Wearing red or white clothes makes the photos pop! Instantly turn into high-end shots
🏠 Accommodation Recommendations
1⃣️ Bird Rock Hotel:
Right at the entrance of the scenic area!
Yao ethnic style wooden houses are very distinctive~
💰 400-800 RMB/night
2⃣️ Cifu Lake Junlan:
For the high-end crowd!
Perfect for a relaxing vacation
🚗 20 minutes by car
⚠️ Safety Tips
1⃣️ The cave is pitch dark, be sure to watch your step
2⃣️ Hold children’s hands tightly
3⃣️ Remember to apply sunscreen on sunny days!
4⃣️ Do not touch the stalactites!!!
Post by DarjeelingSoul555 | Sep 28, 2025












