Intrude into an exotic planet! Chengdu 2h direct access to the 16°C underground karst cave

🤩“Standing on the underwater stone waves from hundreds of millions of years ago, the moment sunlight pierces through the giant sinkhole, I feel like I’ve stepped onto the set of ‘Dune’! No need to go to Guangxi or Iceland, Xingwen Shihai—just 2 hours by high-speed train from Chengdu—is this ‘exotic planet’ privately treasured by National Geographic, and it’s absolutely legendary this summer!”

📌1. Latest Ticket Policy
🔒1. Real-name ticket purchase: From May 31, 2025, tickets must be purchased online with real-name verification! Entry by ID card scanning; offline tickets only for special groups (military personnel/disabled, etc.).
💰2. Ticket prices:
💸Peak season (Jan-Nov): Adult ¥80, Student/Senior ¥40
💸Off-season (Dec): Uniform ¥40
💸Transport package ¥40 (includes sightseeing bus + elevator + boat, a must-buy!).

🚗2. Transportation Guide
🚄High-speed train: Chengdu East → Xingwen Station (2h, ¥120), then take the direct shuttle bus from the station to the scenic area (30min/¥17).
🚙Self-driving: Navigate to “Xingwen Shihai” from Chengdu, 4h drive, very large parking lot (arrive early in peak season to secure a spot).

🌌3. Must-visit Wonders + Activities
🗺️Core route: Shihai Yonglang → Fufu Peak → Great Funnel → Tianquan Cave (total 5h)

📸1. Shihai Yonglang (cover photo of the exotic planet):
🌅Shoot at dawn or dusk! Gray-white stone buds look like frozen waves; wear bright clothes for stunning photos instantly.

🕳️2. Tianquan Cave (the ultimate cool spot underground):
🌄Rush there before 10 AM! The “skylight” on the cave ceiling casts Tyndall light, so dreamy it leaves you speechless;
🚣1.5km underground dark river boat ride (¥40/person), chilling at 16°C, explore transparent fish schools.

🕳️3. Great Funnel (Earth’s dimple):
🌍A super sinkhole 650m in diameter and 208m deep, aerial views are breathtaking to the point of leg weakness (advance registration required).

🎯Thrilling activities:
🧗Via ferrata rock climbing, jungle crossing (¥60/activity), Shihai zipline rush (kids love it);

📌4. Pitfall Avoidance Tips
🧥1. Large temperature difference in the cave: Bring a light jacket even in summer, wear non-slip shoes as the cave is slippery.
⏰2. Off-peak secret: Weekends are crowded! Recommend rushing in at 8:30 AM on weekdays or entering 2 hours before closing to shoot sunset at Shihai.

🏠3. Accommodation:
🏨Stay in Xingwen County town, cheaper than the scenic area;
⛺Luxury recommendation: “Leixi Tent Hotel,” stargazing camping among giant stones.

🍜4. Food Guide:
🥤Snacks inside the scenic area are expensive and average, bring your own water and snacks;
🥘After leaving the park, head straight to “Miao Family Drunken Goose” in Xingwen County town, their rice wine roasted goose is so fragrant you’ll lick the plate!

📋> Practical Information
⏰> Opening hours: 8:30-17:30 (summer); 9:00-17:00 (winter)
📍> Navigation: Xingwen Shihai Cave Township Tourist Area (Xingwen County, Yibin City)
💡> Tips: The cave can only be entered once! Tickets for other attractions are valid for 2 days.

Post by mayaforest | Jul 15, 2025