Yulong River Bamboo rafting from Jima Wharf

The Yulong River bamboo rafting from Jima Wharf wasn’t just a trip—it was a soul-stirring journey into the heart of China’s most poetic landscape. As we drifted lazily downstream on a hand-paddled bamboo raft, time itself seemed to pause. The water, clear as glass, mirrored towering karst peaks cloaked in emerald moss and mist—each hillside a brushstroke from an ancient ink painting come to life. The only sounds were the soft dip of the pole, the whisper of the current, and the distant call of a bird echoing between cliffs. I felt utterly weightless—not just physically, but emotionally. The world beyond the river vanished: no phones, no crowds, no noise—just pure, unfiltered serenity. My guide, smiling quietly with sun-worn skin and eyes full of quiet pride, shared stories of the river’s history in broken English, his warmth as genuine as the sunlight filtering through the canopy. At one point, we passed a lone fisherman in a straw hat, silhouetted against the golden afternoon light—so timeless, so peaceful, I held my breath. By the end, I didn’t want to leave. Tears welled up—not from sadness, but from overwhelming gratitude. This wasn’t tourism. It was a gift. A rare, sacred moment where nature whispered directly to your heart. If you ever find yourself in Guilin, don’t just see the Yulong River—let it heal you. It will stay with you long after you’ve left the shore.#jimawharf #yulongriver #yangshuo #rafting