Gulong Gorge Tour from Guangzhou: Glass Bridge & Rafting

Ten hours of your own pace through China's most thrilling gorge

A private day tour from Guangzhou to Gulong Gorge near Qingyuan, 90 km away, with your own transportation and a choice of activity packages ranging from sightseeing and the glass bridge to whitewater rafting and go-kart racing. The gorge sits 2 hours from the city center and is known for its 1,314-meter glass walkway suspended over waterfalls, a 6 km whitewater course with a 378-meter drop, and dense forest coverage. You pick which attractions to include at checkout, and children from age 6 are welcome on most activities.

Step-by-step itinerary

Adventure and nature at Gulong Gorge

• Travel from Guangzhou to Gulong Gorge
• Walk across Yuntian Glass Bridge
• Try Sky Ladder and Glass Platform
• Race on go-kart track
• Raft the 6 km water roller coaster
• Hike and enjoy waterfalls

The experience

Ten hours gives you room to move through Gulong Gorge without rushing. The private transportation means you set the rhythm: linger at the waterfalls, take the photos you want, skip what doesn't appeal. The gorge itself sits just 2 hours from Guangzhou's city center in Qingyuan, surrounded by 95% forest coverage and known as "China's most thrilling gorge" for the combination of height, water and sheer rock that defines it.

The centerpiece is the Yuntian Glass Bridge, a 1,314-meter walkway suspended over roaring waterfalls and deep valleys. The glass floor lets you see straight down. Beyond that, the Sky Ladder and U-shaped Glass Platform offer their own vertigo and photo angles. If you want speed instead of heights, the go-kart track runs through jungle and cliff views. The "Roller Coaster on Water" is a 6 km rafting course that drops 378 meters over 30 to 40 minutes of whitewater, twists and splashes. It runs April through October and suits kids over 1 meter tall. You choose which activities to book when you reserve (one activity, three activities, or the full four-activity package), so the day fits your appetite for adrenaline.

The private format means no waiting for a group to assemble or for slower hikers to catch up. You move between sites on your own schedule, and the transportation is included. Bring water and wear shoes with grip. The glass surfaces and wet rocks demand it. Lunch is on your own, so plan where you'll eat or bring something.

What’s included

• Private transportation from Guangzhou.
• your choice of activity packages at checkout (ranging from single attractions like the glass bridge to the full four-activity package with rafting, go-karts, and all three glass structures).
• access to Gulong Gorge's scenic areas with 95% forest coverage and waterfalls.

Options for this experience

5 options

1 Activity plus Fairyland CaveUp to 10 per booking · 08:00Gulong plus Fairyland Cave: One Gulong Gorge activity (Glass Bridge) plus a Fairyland Cave boat tour. Pickup is included.

1 Activity PackageUp to 15 per booking · 08:30Package 3, Basic Tour: Includes one activity: Sky Glass Bridge (for families with parents over 60 and children under 1 m). Pickup is included.

3 Activities PackageUp to 15 per booking · 08:00Package 2, Family Tour: Includes three activities: Sky Glass Bridge, Cliff Roller Coaster and Canyon Kart (for parents under 60 and children over 1.2 m). Pickup is included.

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3 Activities plus Fairyland CaveUp to 10 per booking · 08:00Gulong 3 plus Fairyland Cave: Three Gulong Gorge activities (Glass Bridge, Cliff Roller Coaster and Canyon Kart Racing) plus a Fairyland Cave boat tour. Pickup is included.

All 4 Activities PackageUp to 15 per booking · Available from 1 May 2027Package 1, Adventure Tour: Includes every activity: Sky Glass Bridge, Cliff Roller Coaster, Canyon Kart Racing and VIP Rafting (for young people and couples). Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 08:30

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Authentic Tour Asia

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to control the pace and pick which activities suit your comfort level: the private format and package options mean you're not locked into a set itinerary or a group's rhythm. Families with children from age 6 can tailor the day to mix sightseeing and gentler walks with the more extreme options, or skip the adrenaline altogether.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What's the Yuntian Glass Bridge actually like to walk on?

The Yuntian Glass Bridge is 1,314 meters long and suspended over waterfalls and deep valleys, with a glass floor that lets you see straight down to the water and rocks below. It's the signature attraction of the gorge and the reason most visitors come.

Can I do just the sightseeing without the extreme activities like rafting?

Yes. You can book the one-activity or three-activity packages that focus on the glass bridge, Sky Ladder, U-shaped Glass Platform and Fairyland Cave, without the whitewater rafting or go-kart racing. The choice is yours at checkout.

How long is the whitewater rafting section?

The rafting course is 6 kilometers long and takes 30 to 40 minutes, with a 378-meter drop through canyon rapids. It runs from April through October and is open to children over 1 meter tall.

Is the 10-hour duration the actual time in the gorge, or does it include travel from Guangzhou?

The 10-hour duration is the full day including the 2-hour drive from Guangzhou's city center. The gorge sits 90 kilometers away, so travel time is built into the schedule.

What's included in the private transportation?

Private transportation from Guangzhou is included in your tour package. You travel in your own vehicle rather than sharing a bus, so you control the pace and stops.