📍 Destination Overview
Yangshuo lies on the Li River south of Guilin in Guangxi, famed for landscapes surpassing Guilin's. The karst peaks of the Li and Yulong rivers, bamboo rafting and cycling show pastoral scenery; West Street, full of bars, embodies backpacker culture, and Impression Liu Sanjie stages Zhuang customs. Moon Hill, the banyan and cycling Ten Mile Gallery complete this classic rural escape.
🗓️ Best Season
Apr-May / Sep-Oct
🕐 Duration
3-5 days
👪 Best For
Photo · Couples · Family
🎯 Highlights
Culture · Food · Nature
💰 Budget
Moderate
🧳 Preparation
Passport · Visa · Insurance
☀️ Best Time to Visit & Climate
🌸 Spring: Apr–May
16–28°C with the Yulong River and countryside at their greenest—ideal for cycling and bamboo rafting.
🍂 Autumn: Sep–Oct
17–30°C with settled weather and the heat gone—the golden season for climbing and rafting.
January
❄️
12°/5°
February
🌸
14°/7°
March
🌸
18°/11°
April
🌸
24°/16°
Best
May
🌸
28°/21°
Best
June
🌧️
31°/24°
July
☀️
33°/25°
August
☀️
33°/25°
September
🍂
30°/22°
Fair
October
🍂
26°/17°
Best
November
🍂
20°/12°
December
❄️
15°/7°
🎯 Yangshuo Experiences
Cultural Deep Dive
Historic sites, museums & local culture of Yangshuo.
Food Discovery
Taste authentic Chinese cuisine from street food to fine dining.
Outdoor Adventure
Natural scenery & outdoor activities around Yangshuo.
Shopping
Local markets, crafts & brand shopping for unique souvenirs.
Nightlife
Bars, shows & nightlife in Yangshuo.
The best windows are Apr–May and Sep–Oct. Spring runs 16–28°C with the Yulong River and countryside greenest; autumn brings 17–30°C, the golden season for climbing and rafting. Jul–Aug is scorching (33°C) and flood season, when high water can restrict rafting; winter is damp and cold (January 5°C).
🚌 Transport & Stays
City Transport
✈️
Flight
Domestic/international flights available.
🚗
Car Rental
Best for independent exploration.
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Bus
Local buses connect attractions.
Recommended Stay Areas
🏨 City Center / Old Town
Central Yangshuo hotels, convenient & close to attractions.
🏡 B&B / Guesthouse
Local-style B&Bs for an authentic stay.
🏕️ Resort / Estate
Resorts, estates & design hotels for a unique stay.
🏠 Apartment / Rental
Self-catering apartments, great for families & longer stays.
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