Western Guangdong Light Hiking Destinations | Summer Hidden in the Waterfall Bamboo Sea

I discovered two treasure light hiking destinations in Xinyi, Maoming! They satisfy all my needs for a cool summer.
Here’s a guide for eating, staying, and playing—let’s enjoy life together in this small city with few people and beautiful scenery!

【Play】
First stop: Shanshui Shuanghe Scenic Area + Lihua Valley
Lihua Valley Waterfall and Shuanghe Bridge are picturesque!
In summer, I love going to the mountains to see waterfalls, where water rushes down cliffs and splashes into deep pools, creating a misty spray that clears the mind.
The ancient-style Shuanghe Bridge is full of charm. It looks especially beautiful at night when decorated with lights.
Second stop: Ma’an Bamboo Sea Scenic Area
A spectacular bamboo sea covering tens of thousands of acres—walking through it feels like being a hero in an ancient novel.
Ma’an’s night view has a secluded beauty, and the Green Forest Plaza night performances are lively. Go have fun and forget your worries!
There’s also an infinity pool and mountain hot springs—slow-paced life with maximum relaxation!
【Eat】
Speaking of bamboo sea cuisine, I highly recommend the bamboo tube rice at Ma’an Bamboo Sea. Rice lovers will adore it! It’s full of color, aroma, and flavor, with the rice carrying a faint bamboo fragrance.
【Stay】
Xinyi Banshan Yunju Hotel in Ma’an Bamboo Sea gives another reason to fall in love with this place! I envy the locals so much! Living in such a beautiful place, what worries could there be? After playing, relax in the sky-high infinity pool—so comfortable and perfect for photos.

Post by AE. Chris 40 | Aug 13, 2025