Yangdi
杨堤
The starting point for bamboo-raft trips on the Yangdi to Xingping stretch of the Li River. Nine Horse Fresco Hill, the Mandarin Duck Shoals, and Misty Rain at Langshi unfold one after another.
Yangdi Township lies in the middle reaches of the Li River, about 20 km north of Xingping. It is the starting point for the bamboo-raft trip on the 'Yangdi to Xingping' highlight stretch. From the Yangdi wharf, board an electric bamboo raft that floats downstream. Along the way, you will pass the scenery of Yangdi, the Mandarin Duck Shoals, Misty Rain at Langshi, Nine Horse Fresco Hill, and the Yellow Cloth Shoal reflection, some of the most beautiful sections of the Li River. The trip to Xingping takes about 2 hours one way, or you can choose a round trip from Yangdi to Nine Horse Fresco Hill. Raft tickets must be booked in advance through official channels with real-name registration, and they often sell out in peak season. After purchasing a ticket, take the shuttle from the Yangdi visitor center to the wharf. Yangdi itself is a small fishing village, and there are farmhouse restaurants near the wharf. Note: Passengers must wear life jackets. Service stops when water levels are too high during the rainy season. The drive from Yangshuo town to the Yangdi wharf takes about 1 hour.
Opening hours
Bamboo rafts approx. 08:00–16:00 (per booked slot)
Nearby sights
- Langshi Village
- Li River
- Guanyan (Crown) Cave
- Nine Horse Fresco Hill
- Xianggong Hill
- Huangbu Shoal Reflection
- Laozhai Hill
- Xingping Ancient Town