The ultimate 1-day tour around Guiyang! A happiness-filled guide to Tianhetan
by Jack Maguire73
Oct 18, 2025
Playing at the Tan like this doubles the fun! Keep this super detailed lazy guide~
📍Address: Tianhetan Scenic Area, Shiban Town, Huaxi District, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province  
🕰️Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Recommended to rush before 9 AM!)
🌟Super smooth play route recommendation:  
1️⃣ Bamboo Raft Drifting → 2️⃣ Water Karst Cave Exploration → 3️⃣ Dry Karst Cave Adventure → 4️⃣ Scenic Viewing Platform Check-in → 5️⃣ Cableway Dash!  
You can easily check off the core spots of Tianhetan in 3-4 hours! A must-have for lazy travelers👌
✨Ultimate Play TIPS:  
🚌Transportation must-know:  
✅ Buy the sightseeing bus ticket! Saving 20 yuan and walking 2 km is really not worth it! For those who want to enjoy, don’t skimp on this money💸
🎫Ticket Guide:  
✅ Buy tickets in advance on Trip.com and save the screenshot! Buying on-site requires various scans and will really stress you out😫
🍗Foodie Perks:  
✅ The corn at the bamboo raft queue is forever the best! 3 sticks for 5 yuan, super glutinous and delicious, a lifesaver when you get hungry🌽
🚤Bamboo Raft Key Point:  
✅ Queue in the far right lane! Those who queue in the wrong line will be the biggest losers crying in the restroom🚽
🌈Attraction Details:  
1️⃣【Bamboo Raft Drifting】15 minutes of slow life  
✨Enjoy the beautiful Karst mountain and water scenery  
✨Perfect for photos! Wear light-colored clothes for better shots📸
2️⃣【Water Karst Cave】Dreamy Wonderland  
✨Take a small boat into the mysterious cave  
✨Colorful lights + stunning stalactites that take your breath away💫
3️⃣【Dry Karst Cave】Physical Challenge  
⚠️1.8 km uphill warning  
⚠️Carefully consider if bringing kids or if you have mobility issues‼️
4️⃣【High-altitude Cableway】8 minutes of heart-pounding excitement  
✨Overlook the panoramic view, super stunning  
✨Not for the faint-hearted but definitely worth a try!🎢
🌤️Best Time to Visit:  
Less crowded in the morning, no need to squeeze  
2-4 PM has the best light for great photos📷
👗Outfit Suggestions:  
✅Non-slip shoes are a must! The cave floor is very slippery  
✅Bring a jacket, big temperature difference inside and outside the cave🧥
🔥Must-check-in Photo Spots:  
✔️Bamboo raft mountain and water reflection mirror shot  
✔️Water Karst Cave’s colorful stalactite fantasy shots  
✔️Viewing platform panoramic Karst landscape  
✔️Cool high-altitude cableway selfies
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