2. The Ultimate Guide to Libo Xiaoqikong: Your One-Stop Emerald Wonderland

Getting Ready - Ticket Booking: The combined ticket for entry + sightseeing bus is CNY 170 for adults. You can book tickets in advance through the official WeChat account or online travel platforms. Remember to verify your eligibility for discounts. - Clothing: Pack light, breathable clothing, sun-protective clothing, and swimwear for summer. If you plan to play in the water, bring water shoes. For spring and autumn, bring a light jacket. Dress warmly in winter. - Other Items: Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, an umbrella or raincoat, a portable charger, and some cash. You can also bring some water and snacks. Transportation - Getting There: Fly to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KGY) and transfer to Libo by high-speed train or bus. Alternatively, take a high-speed train directly to Libo Railway Station. From there, take a bus to Xiaoqikong Scenic Area. The fare to the east gate is CNY 10, and to the west gate is CNY 35. - Getting Around: The scenic area has a sightseeing bus that stops at all major attractions. The bus fare is included in the entry ticket. Suggested Itineraries - Entering from the East Gate: Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge → Stone Forest → Cuigu Waterfall → Mandarin Duck Lake → Wolongtan → East Gate. - Entering from the West Gate: Wolongtan → Mandarin Duck Lake → Cuigu Waterfall → Water Forest → Turtle Back Mountain → Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge → East Gate. Must-See Attractions - Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge: Built during the Qing Dynasty, this iconic bridge is covered in vines and ferns, with clear green water flowing beneath. It's a perfect spot for photos. - Wolongtan: Known as the "Emerald of the World," Wolongtan features turquoise water and a dam at the top of the deep pool. Water flows over the dam, creating a waterfall—an ideal location for stunning photos. - Cuigu Waterfall: This waterfall cascades down approximately 60 meters in multiple tiers. From afar, it resembles a white ribbon hanging from the mountain. Up close, the water rushes down with great force. There's a shallow pool at the bottom, perfect for wading. - Water Forest: Trees grow from rocks in the water, their roots reaching down to the riverbed. Visitors can walk on the stones in the water, experiencing the unique sensation of "water flowing over stones, people walking in water." Accommodation and Food - Accommodation: Near the east gate, you'll find Mengliu Buyi Ethnic Village, which offers various guesthouses and hotels, such as Libo Zuimengxianlin Guesthouse and Libo Xiaoqikong Ruijing Hotel. - Food: Savor local Libo specialties like sour soup beef, Libo four-course meal, tofu-baked fish, roasted pigeon, and taro dessert.