【Fairyland on Earth·Ziyun Getu River】Explore the Karst Wonders of Guizhou, Unlock a Hidden Paradise
by Reed James63James
Jul 13, 2025
Getuhe Scenic Area is located in Ziyun Miao and Buyei Autonomous County, Anshun City, Guizhou Province. It is a national 4A-level scenic spot that combines natural landscapes with ethnic culture. Here is the travel guide:
Transportation Guide
- Self-driving: Depart from Guiyang, navigate to "Getuhe Scenic Area," about 200 kilometers in total, taking around 3 hours. The route includes highways and mountain roads. The parking lot at the scenic area entrance charges 20 RMB/day.
- Public transportation: Take a bus from Guiyang Jinyang Bus Station to Ziyun County, ticket price 60 RMB, about 3 hours. Then transfer to a rural passenger minibus to Getuhe, ticket price 15 RMB, about 40 minutes. There are fewer departures, so it's best to start early.
Ticket Information
The combined ticket for admission + sightseeing bus + boat ticket is about 150 RMB per person. Prices may fluctuate; please refer to the latest official announcement.
Must-Visit Attractions
- Great Cave Passage: Take a boat through a 160-meter-high karst cave. On sunny days from April to September between 9:00-11:00, you can see the "Jesus Light," a "Heavenly Light" photo spot. It is also known as Swallow Cave, where you can witness the spectacular sight of thousands of swallows returning to their nests at dusk.
- Spider Man Rock Climbing Performance: On the cliff of the Great Cave Passage, Miao ethnic "Spider Men" climb to the top of the cave without ropes in 5 minutes. Performances are held daily at 10:30 and 14:30. Before the show, position yourself on the right side of the cliff to capture stunning photos comparing the climber and the rock wall.
- Dahe Miao Village: Requires a transfer by sightseeing bus plus a 20-minute walk to reach. Experience local customs such as drinking gate-blocking wine and viewing hanging coffins. There are hanging coffin relics on the cliff behind the village.
- Manggu Primitive Forest: Features a 2-kilometer circular plank road, with abundant tree ferns and wild bananas. Suitable for hiking enthusiasts. Be cautious of slippery and damp paths; wear non-slip shoes and bring mosquito repellent in summer.
Tour Routes
- Hiking Route: Ticket hall → Scenic area entrance → Eagle Swallow Pavilion → Swallow Cave → Spider Man Performance → Wangtian Cave → Tongtian Plank Road → Tongtian Cave Entrance → Square Bamboo Forest → Manggu → Square Bamboo Forest → Echo Valley → Chuan Shang Cave Viewing Platform. The whole route takes about 1.5 hours; with photo breaks and rest, allow at least 3 hours for a round trip.
- Boat Route: Walk along the riverbank on the right side of the entrance → Great Cave Passage Dock → Jieshan One-line Sky → Dahe Miao Village Dock → Miao King Sword → Tianci Lake. The round trip requires about 2 hours, mostly flat terrain, and is not difficult.
Accommodation Recommendations
- Inside the scenic area: You can choose homestays in Dahe Miao Village to experience authentic rural life.
- Ziyun County Town: For example, Ziyun Moyun Hotel, which has a superior location opposite a commercial pedestrian street, with room rates starting around 200 RMB.
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