Top Activities on the Ground in Yangshuo

Discover Yangshuo's little-known back-roads, farmers paths and villages nestled in stunning karst mountain formations with an expert guide.  Ride quality bikes, away from the crowds or traffic, and lose yourself in rural farmland on an accessible, gently paced, one day cycling tour of the Yangshuo countryside.  You'll visit ancient arched bridges and centuries old villages, ride through rice paddy fields, eat local seasonal dishes and opt for a swim in a bamboo lined river surrounded by genuine Chinese farming culture.

Leave the tourist trail behind as you mount up for a thrilling 2-day bike adventure, pedalling your way from Guilin to Yangshuo.  Tackle a moderate route, with some challenging and off-road sections, and experience local life as you stop by rural villages like Caoping, Da Xu and Xingping. Ride a ferry across the Li River, take in the views from Moon Hill and cool off with a swim in the Yulong River. This small-group tour includes overnight accommodation.

Immerse yourself in Yangshuo’s wild and beautiful scenery, and enjoy a relaxing and intimate way to explore, on this private, half-day bike tour. Meet your guide in the morning directly at your Yangshuo hotel; after grabbing your bikes and helmets, you’ll go for an in-depth ride through the picture-perfect landscape. See highlights like the big banyan tree and Moon Hill, pedal along the Yulong River, and admire the lush landscape and karst mountains. Before tour’s end, you’ll even have time for a gentle river rafting experience.

Every year, rock climbers from all over the world travel thousands of miles to experience the style of Yangshuo's rock. Yangshuo, with more than 1,000 routes, has undoubtedly become the Mecca of climbers. Whether you are a first-time climber or a \"pro\" rock climber, Yangshuo can meet your climbing needs. Use your body to perceive the story of the rock face, to appreciate the fear and confusion in your inner self. In the face of difficulties, whether to face the difficulties or choose to succumb to nature. Only when you really feel the charm of climbing can you know the final answer.

Visit highlights of Longji Rice Terraces including the Ping'an village and hiking to Old Zhaung Village with this private day tour from Yangshuo. You will be picked up from your Yangshuo hotel and dropped off at Yangshuo/Guilin hotel/Guilin airport.

The breeze is blowing, the water is waving, grab three or five friends, get off the bus and trolley, take a cool mountain bike ride through the idyllic countryside of Yangshuo, slow down, spend more time to discover Yangshuo's natural beauty. Ride through the rice fields and cross the ancient bridge with a history of more than 400 years! See how the landscape changes in the Yangshuo countryside, let the wheels take you into the slo-mo life of Yangshuo. Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city  Enjoy the stunning view of Karst peaks  Visit local villages and interview people

This tour takes us deep into nature China. In the country side, you will see the farm river mountain animals etc. This is an experience on the bike, easy to go and see the real Chinese culture. . we do pickup you from hotel . take a bike and go to countryside (Chaolong Yima Gongnong Bridge etc..) . fields / mountain / Li river / Moon Hill / Water Cave / local lunch / vendor . we go through the villages . stop by wharf . Li River side walk . Moon hill light hiking . lunch in a local famous restanrant . bike back to town etc

Camping in the natural environment, to understand nature, to understand the way to get along with nature… Camping with a group of friends, lying on the campground under the stars, recalling the days passed together, sharing stories and talking about the future and ideals. Listening to the sound of frogs and birds, light the bonfire, singing and dancing by the bonfire, what a wonderful and pleasant night. With the starry sky above our heads, dancing with the fireflies in the wild… it is believed this scene will be a beautiful memory for friends forever. Sitting around the campfire, we talk freely and admire the sky and fall asleep.  Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city  Enjoy the stunning view of Karst peaks  Visit local villages and interview people  24hours hot shower  Dining hall  Rain shelter  Kitchen

Terratribes canyoning was voted as one of the most popular outdoor activities in Yangshuo is not only because the activity is associated with technical descent, jump, hike, swim (with PFD), and technical of climbing. It is also a fun activity to explore the Yangshuo Karst peaks, natural discovery, and to explore its people and culture in the summer, a cool, fun thing to do with your family, friends, or group.

Enjoy a memorable introduction to Yangshuo with this private 5-6 hour bike adventure, including hotel pick-up. Start the day with a tai chi lesson on the banks of the Li River, then hop on your rental bike and glide along the riverside. Enjoy an easy, scenic route through the forests and farmlands around Yangshuo, then stop to tuck into a delicious home-cooked lunch (included) at a local farm. After cycling back to Yangshuo, indulge in a 45-minute Chinese foot massage and head back to your hotel feeling completely relaxed and rejuvenated.

Experience the tranquil Yangshuo countryside on a private excursion from Guilin or Yangshuo areas. Pedal past villages and rice fields on a bike tour, take a short cruise along the Li River aboard a bamboo raft from Xingping to Nine Horses Hill, and learn about the history and culture of the city from your tour guide. A private tour guide and vehicle are included in your package.

Experience the thrill of scaling Yangshuo’s famous peaks with this exhilarating 4-hour rock-climbing experience, suitable for all ability levels, including first-timers. With a small group limited to six people, you’ll receive plenty of attention from your expert guide as you master the basics, then put your skills to the test as you tackle one of the region’s many climbing routes. Looking for a challenge? Upgrade to a full-day tour and get the ultimate adrenaline fix, climbing up to 131 feet (40 meters) high.

Kayaking is a good time, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of rivers, giving you the opportunity to learn new life skills and enjoy the outdoors. Kayaking in the hot summer is undoubtedly the most suitable summer activity. Let us wander on the quiet Lijiang River, feeling the breeze, the detached realm of the waves, letting you enjoy the scenery along the way. See the warm and generous smiles of fishermen, watch those lazy buffalo, and feel as though you are in an ancient Chinese painting. Because it is a water activity, everyone must wear a life jacket. Those with glasses or sunglasses need to wear anti-skid glasses straps. Mobile phones need to be put in a waterproof bag. Don't worry about the photos, the coach takes a professional waterproof camera.  Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city  Enjoy the stunning view of Li River  Visit local villages and interview people

It is better to travel thousands of miles than read thousands of books Hiking is one of the ways to learn about the human culture of Yangshuo, while being in its natural landscape. Put the vehicle aside and measure the mountains with your own feet. Hike through the beautiful scenery, in the rice fields, in the beautiful and profound bamboo forests, in the winding streams ... We will help you customize your private itinerary according to your needs. You can go hiking on the Yulong River or go hiking in the Yangshuo countryside, whatever you want! Slow down your steps and take the rare opportunity to be in nature with your body and mind.  Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city  Enjoy the stunning view of Li River  Visit local villages and interview people

This is undoubtedly one of the best ways to see the beautiful countryside of Yangshuo. Our Yangshuo Bike tour with have you Cycling through the small villages and across open fields. Giving you a great opportunity to see Local village life whilst going at a pace that suites you best. There are countless small village trails and routes for those wishing to get of the main tourist tracks. And we know them all. Seeing the area by our Yangshuo Bike tour also means you are free to stop and rest at your leisure. As well as take the time to get some great pictures of remoter areas.

Karst Mountains in Yangshuo is the perfect place for doing Via Ferrata, which offers climbing and zip-lining possibilities for those who have zero climbing skills. The essence of a modern via ferrata is a steel cable which runs along the route and is periodically (every 1 to 10 metres (3.3 to 32.8 ft) fixed to the rock. Using a via ferrata kit, climbers can secure themselves to the cable. The cable can also be used as an aid to climbing, and additional climbing aids, such as iron rungs (stemples), pegs, carved steps, and even ladders and zip lines are often provided.

Terratribes zipline is setup on top of two Karst peaks by two steel cables. Our guides will help for gear wearing (helmet, harness, pulleys, security cow-tail) and safety check before you will slide 80 meters, and then challenge the 40 meters of broken-bridge back to trail.

Whether you’re a racer or a crawler when it comes to hiking, experience the beauty of Yangshuo’s karst pinnacles and rice fields at your pace—and no one else’s—on this private tour. Starting from a traditional village, hike through paddy fields and farmland, surrounded by karst, talking to farmers as you go. Enjoy an authentic local lunch in a farmer’s home before returning to Yangshuo.

Countryside Cycling Yulong River Scenic Spot Moon Hill Climbing Ten Miles Gallery Li River Bamboo Boat Trip Evening Culture Show/Impression Sanjie Liu

Discover the amazing Longji Rice Terraces, experience the ethnic minority Zhuang & Yao people’s life.

The Longji Rice terraces are certainly a spectacle to behold. Countless terraces roll down from the top of the mountains filled with waves of rice. Either fresh buds giving a luminescent crisp green. Or near the end of the season beautiful golden hues. Even when the rice is gone the steps can still look glorious. And just after they have been filled for planting the terraces turn into mirrors reflecting the sky’s above.

Experience Yangshuo’s picturesque countryside with this all-day motorcycle excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit an ancient stone village, enjoy views of rice fields and buffalo, chat with local farmers, check out the majestic Xianggong Mountain, and stop by historic Dragon Bridge. If it’s summer, enjoy a refreshing swim in Yulong River.

Karst Mountains in Yangshuo is the perfect place for doing Via Ferrata, which offers climbing and zip-lining possibilities for those who have zero climbing skills. The essence of a modern via ferrata is a steel cable which runs along the route and is periodically (every 1 to 10 metres (3.3 to 32.8 ft) fixed to the rock. Using a via ferrata kit, climbers can secure themselves to the cable. The cable can also be used as an aid to climbing, and additional climbing aids, such as iron rungs (stemples), pegs, carved steps, and even ladders and zip lines are often provided.

There are many fabulous Karst mountains and paddy fields in Yangshuo. This private full day tour in Yangshuo will let you ride the bike to Moon Hill along the Yulong River, and climb up the hill to enjoy the bird view, and take a local boat on the Li River in Xingping. Tasty local lunch, bike, boat, entrance fees, private guide and transfer services are all inclusive.