Guangxi Summer Escape Secret Unlocking the Lazy Way to Play at Mao'er Mountain

Not playing in the water, not summer Jump into the emerald box at the source of the Li River Only then do you know what it means to be lazily happy - First exploration of Guangxi, avoiding crowded popular spots Instead, heading straight to a lesser-known National Geographic listed scenic spot — Mao'er Mountain National Nature Reserve This cool summer retreat hides crystal-clear jelly-like water - 📍Attraction: Mao'er Mountain National Nature Reserve 🚘 Recommended to drive: About 2-2.5 hours from Guilin 🏨 Accommodation: Li River Source Resort Hotel - ✅ About Mao'er Mountain Mao'er Mountain in Guilin is a national 4A-level scenic area, the first mountain in the Classic of Mountains and Seas — the head of Que Mountain, "Zhaoyao Mountain." Towering as the highest peak in South China: the summit of South China It is also the source of the Li River, Zi River, and Xun River, with very clear water, known as "jelly water." It is also the place where the Red Army crossed the Laoshanjie during the Long March - ✅ Itinerary D1: Scenic area pasture — paddleboarding — human drifting — primeval forest — summit of South China D2: Scenic area museum — Zhaoyao Valley bamboo forest — check out and return ⚠️⚠️ The original D2 plan was lazy creek tracing and lazy via ferrata, canceled due to typhoon, replaced by museum visit (p16-17) - ✅ Activity Unlocks 1️⃣ Lazy drifting (p2-6) Suitable for children of appropriate age, wear a life jacket and lie flat on the water surface, drifting with the gentle current, perfect for those who dislike thrills - 2️⃣ Paddleboard fun (p2-6) Paddleboarding floating on the jelly water, enjoying the mountain scenery and water reflections - 3️⃣ Wild pasture (p7-9) Experience the freshness of the meadow and interact with animals. Feels like being in Altay, instantly uplifting your mood - 4️⃣ Hiking in the primeval forest (p10-12) Lazy hiking, about three kilometers in total. Hiking in the rain, ancient trees tower along the way, moss everywhere, the forest in the rain feels even more mysterious and tranquil - 5️⃣ Summit of South China (p13-14) Lazy trip, bus ride to the mountain top. Due to the typhoon, missed the stunning views. Facing the storm and heavy rain, experienced the boldness of "standing firm at the summit despite the typhoon," an unforgettable lazy experience - 6️⃣ Zhaoyao Valley (p15) Originally the place for [lazy creek tracing] and [lazy via ferrata], canceled due to typhoon. The jelly water quality here surpasses even the drifting section - 7️⃣ Other activities (regrettably canceled due to typhoon) ⭐ Lazy creek tracing: wading and playing in crystal-clear water ⭐ Dreamy starry sky: little light pollution at the summit, clear weather reveals a dazzling Milky Way ⭐ Sunrise sea of clouds: climb to watch the sunrise and see the sea of clouds rolling, weather permitting - ✅ Tips for playing ❶ Wear proper gear when drifting: life jacket, knee pads, seat cushion ❷ Weather on the summit changes frequently, large temperature difference between morning and evening, bring an extra long-sleeve jacket ❸ Check weather forecasts, some outdoor activities are highly weather-dependent ❹ Water play gear: quick-dry clothes, creek shoes or sandals, waterproof bags ❺ Sun and mosquito protection: strong UV in the mountains, bring sunscreen, hat, and mosquito repellent