Helping You Discover the Real Yangshuo
We are a team of locals and expats dedicated to fixing the broken travel information landscape. No hidden agendas, no tourist traps—just honest, verified guides.
Why We Started
Planning a trip to China is hard. The internet is flooded with outdated info, machine-translated content, and travel agencies disguised as "guides" trying to sell you overpriced tours.
We saw travelers getting scammed at West Street, missing out on the best local food, and getting stuck on crowded tour buses instead of exploring the stunning countryside.
We decided to build the resource we wished we had: reliable, up-to-date, and honest.
100% Verified
We personally visit every spot we recommend.
Locally Run
Based right here in Yangshuo & Guilin.
Community First
Supporting local family businesses.
Updated 2026
Post-pandemic travel intel you can trust.
Our Promise to You
We believe travel guides should be as rigorous as news reporting. Here is how we ensure accuracy.
No Paid Reviews
We pay for our own meals, tickets, and hotels. If we recommend something, it's because it's good, not because we were paid to say so.
Transparent Affiliates
We use affiliate links for booking platforms (like Trip.com). This costs you nothing extra but helps keep this site free. We clearly label these.
Accuracy Matters
China changes fast. We regularly update our guides to reflect new prices, routes, and regulations. Spot an error? Let us know.
How We Verify Information
Official Data Sources
We don't guess numbers. When we state that Yangshuo received 149,900 inbound tourists in the first half of 2024, we are citing official local government reports (Yangshuo County Bureau of Culture and Tourism).
Precise Terminology
We are careful with claims. Yangshuo is part of the South China Karst UNESCO World Heritage Site; the town itself is not a standalone site. We make these distinctions clear.
Have Questions?
We love hearing from fellow travelers. Whether you need a specific recommendation or want to report a change in bus schedules, drop us a line.
hello@visityangshuo.com