Check out these great places to escape the summer heat with your kids

Ultimate guide to kid-friendly destinations❗️ Trip highlights Climate advantage: Xingyi has an average summer temperature of 22°C–28°C. The karst landform creates a natural "air-conditioned room," making it a great place to escape the heat. Family-friendly: Geological wonders + water activities + intangible cultural heritage experiences to satisfy children's desire to explore and parents' need for leisure. 5-day, 4-night itinerary Day 1: A fantastic experience in the peak forest 🌞Morning: Cycling in Wanfeng Forest (rent family bikes), visit Buyi farmlands in Nahui Village, and try colorful fried rice. ☀️Afternoon: Learn intangible cultural heritage instruments at Buyi Bayin Hall and DIY batik handkerchiefs (suitable for children ages 5 and older). 🌙Evening: Check in to Fengxi Banshan Homestay (pool + stargazing platform) and participate in the homestay's firefly watching activity. Day 2: Geological adventure + fairytale castle 🌞Morning: Xingyi Geological Park Museum, touch Triassic ichthyosaur fossils, and participate in children's archeological simulation games. 🌞Afternoon: Wanfeng Lake boat trip (choose an electric boat with a sunshade), explore the "Magic Academy" at Jilong Castle, and take family photos in knight costumes. 💡Tips: The castle's glass plank road requires a height of 1.2m or more. You can prepare non-slip socks in advance. Day 3: Cool canyon water fun 🌞All day: Hike in Maling River Canyon (choose the Tianxing Gallery section), walk through the waterfall curtain (prepare raincoats), and experience canyon rafting (suitable for ages 6 and older). ☀️Evening: Return to the city to visit the "Starlight Lane" market, try ice jelly and siwawa, and play water gun fights (family interactive games are held every Friday night). Day 4: Luxury lakeside vacation ☀️Morning: Wanfeng Lake kayaking family competition (children's life jackets are provided), and fish for small fish by the lake (tools can be rented). 🌙Afternoon: Check in to Wanfeng Lake Jing Hotel, pool party + DIY Buyi sachets, and lakeside barbecue in the evening. Day 5: Natural handmade souvenirs ☀️Morning: Wanfeng Forest tea picking experience (children's tea picking baskets are free), and stir-fry your own "Peak Forest Tea." 🌙Afternoon: Before returning, visit the Guizhou Dragon Museum (free) and take away dinosaur puzzle souvenirs. 💡Exclusive tips for families 🚖Transportation: It is more convenient to charter a car between attractions (approx. CNY 200/day). It is recommended to prepare a small car refrigerator to store complementary foods. 🍚Dining: Recommended Nahui Village "Buyi Farmhouse," children's meals include sour soup fish (without spicy), and colorful glutinous rice. ⚠️Safety: The canyon trails are slippery, so it is recommended to wear stream tracing shoes; there are dedicated people watching over the Wanfeng Lake water play area. 💰Discounts: Children under 1.4m are free to enter scenic spots, and Jilong Castle boat trips offer family packages (CNY 180 for 2 adults and 1 child). 💡List of essential items for escaping the summer heat ④ Sun protection: Children's sunscreen, UV-protective clothing + sun hat ③ Water fun: Quick-drying clothes, water guns, waterproof phone pouch ② Emergency: Fever reducer patches, mosquito repellent spray, bandages ① Fun: Insect observation box, geological magnifying glass Xingyi perfectly combines the magnificence of karst landforms with the tenderness of the Buyi people. This summer, bring your children to experience a dual enlightenment of nature and culture!