The filming location of The Journey of Flower, Detian Transnational Waterfall, is here!

Detian Transnational Waterfall is located at the border between Daxin County, Chongzuo City, Guangxi, China, and Cao Bang Province, Vietnam. It is the largest transnational waterfall in Asia and the fourth largest in the world (after Iguazu, Victoria, and Niagara Falls). It is also a filming location for TV dramas such as **The Journey of Flower**. Here is a detailed travel guide: --- **1. Basic Information** - **Location**: China-Vietnam border, with Detian Waterfall on the Chinese side and Ban Gioc Waterfall on the Vietnamese side. - **Best Season**: **May to November** (high water season, spectacular waterfall), December to April is the dry season (less water but clearer). - **Opening Hours**: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM (may be extended during peak season). - **Tickets**: - Adult ticket: 80 RMB (off-season) to 115 RMB (peak season). - Sightseeing bus: 35 RMB (required to travel about 10 km from the park entrance to the waterfall). - Bamboo raft experience: 30 RMB (recommended for close-up waterfall viewing). - Others: Magic carpet + slide combo ticket about 68 RMB (for climbing and sightseeing). --- **2. Transportation** 1. **Self-driving**: - From Nanning: about 200 km, 3 hours drive, navigate to "Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Area." - From Guilin: about 400 km, 5 hours drive. 2. **Public Transport**: - From Nanning Langdong Bus Station → Daxin County (about 3 hours by bus) → transfer to direct shuttle to the scenic area. - **Group tours**: One-day tours from Nanning/Chongzuo (convenient but tight schedule). 3. **Border Reminder**: Bring your ID card; illegal border crossing within the scenic area is strictly prohibited. --- **3. Must-try Experiences** 1. **Waterfall Viewing**: - **Bamboo Raft Drift**: Experience the waterfall mist up close (you can photograph the China-Vietnam boundary marker). - **Three-level Viewing Platforms**: Capture panoramic views from different angles (second-level platform recommended). 2. **Climb and Look Far**: - **Magic Carpet + Slide**: Take the magic carpet up the mountain, overlook China-Vietnam scenery from the glass plank road, slide down (suitable for young people). 3. **China-Vietnam Culture**: - **Boundary Marker No. 53**: Check in at the China-Vietnam border landmark. - **Vietnamese Market**: Buy Vietnamese coffee, slippers, etc., inside the scenic area (bargaining needed). 4. **Night Tour of Detian** (open during peak season): - Light show + waterfall night view, uniquely charming. --- **4. Nearby Attractions** 1. **Mingshi Pastoral**: About 1 hour drive from Detian, karst pastoral scenery, suitable for cycling or bamboo rafting. 2. **Tongling Grand Canyon**: Located in Jingxi City, features primeval forest and underground waterfall (about 2 hours drive). 3. **Anping Fairy River**: A lesser-known spot, boat tour on the Black Water River (filming location of The Journey of Flower). --- **5. Practical Tips** 1. **Clothing**: Non-slip shoes (wet near the waterfall), sun protection clothing and hats, raincoat (for bamboo raft). 2. **Photography**: Morning light is best for shooting the waterfall; drones require prior approval. 3. **Accommodation**: - Near the scenic area: Detian Old Kapok Hotel (high-end), Shuolong Town homestays (budget-friendly). - Recommended to stay in Shuolong Town for convenient next-day tours. 4. **Food**: Vietnamese spring rolls, wok feast, farmhouse river fish, about 50 RMB per person. 5. **Documents**: Border checkpoints may check ID cards, don’t forget them. --- **6. Itinerary Suggestions** - **One-day tour**: Nanning → Detian Waterfall (4-5 hours) → return or visit Mingshi Pastoral on the way. - **Two-day tour**: - Day 1: Detian Waterfall + night tour. - Day 2: Mingshi Pastoral / Tongling Grand Canyon. --- The shock of Detian Waterfall lies in the "one waterfall, two countries" wonder. During the high water season, it roars like a thousand horses galloping; in the dry season, it is delicate and graceful. Plan your time reasonably, avoid holidays to escape crowds, and your experience will be better! If you have any other needs, feel free to ask~