Jiuxiang Caves
九乡风景区 · Jiǔxiāng Fēngjǐngqū
A karst area east of Kunming with a boat ride through a narrow gorge, huge lit caverns, twin underground waterfalls and terraced limestone pools; often combined with the Stone Forest.
Booking recommendedBring your passport3 hours (full day with the Stone Forest)
Tip
Wear shoes with good grip: the cave paths are wet, uneven and have many steps. Bring a light jacket, as it is cool inside.
- Opening hours
- About 08:00–18:00 To be confirmed
- Price
- Entry about ¥60–90 including the boat; optional chairlift at the exit about ¥30 To be confirmed
- How to book
- Buy real-name tickets online (e.g. Trip.com) or at the gate; carry your passport. To be confirmed
- Getting there
- About 90 km east of Kunming, roughly 1.5 hours by car. By bus: coach from Kunming East Bus Station to Yiliang, then the direct bus to the scenic area (don’t get off in Jiuxiang town). Easiest as a hired car or day tour with the Stone Forest, about 40 km away. To be confirmed
- Address in Chinese
- 云南省昆明市宜良县九乡彝族回族乡九乡风景区
Photo: Zhangzhugang · CC BY-SA 4.0
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