Last Update: 15th January 2023

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The River Li

Find out about the River Li in Guilin, China

The River Li, is one of China’s most famous waterways and is located in the Southern Province of Guangxi. Originating in the Mao’er Mountains (Xing’an County) in Northern Guangxi Province, the river flows south through Guilin and Yangshuo. This upper section of the River Li also features the ancient Lingqu Canal whilst the section of the Li River between Guilin and Yangshuo is the most scenic.

Li River Cruise Upper Deck Exterior

The Li River Cruise is the #1 Thing to do in Guilin!

Famous Landmarks in and around the River Li

Some of the famous landmarks along the River Li and in the surrounding areas include the following:

  • Xianggong Mountain;
  • Laozhai Mountain;
  • Xingping;
  • Reed Flute Cave;
  • Elephant Trunk Hill and others;
Cormorant Fisherman

How to experience the River Li

There are multiple different ways to experience the River Li. Tourists can choose from any of the following ways to enjoy the views of the Li River:

Please note, persons under 120 cms tall & over 65 years of age are not permitted on the small private motorized rafts.

4.5 Star Li River Cruise

There are multiple different ways to experience the River Li. Tourists can choose from any of the following ways to enjoy the views of the Li River:

  • 4.5 Star Li River Cruise (Big Boat)
  • 4 Star Li River Cruise (Big Boat)
  • 3 Star Li River Cruise (Big Boat)
  • Private Motorized Raft (Small Raft)
  • Hiking along the Li River
  • Mountain Viewpoints along the Li River

Please note, persons under 120 cms tall & over 65 years of age are not permitted on the small private motorized rafts.

4.5 Star Li River Cruise

Li River Cruise Types

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USD $128
​per adult

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USD $99
​per adult

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USD $78
​per adult

The Li River Cruise is the #1 Thing to do in Guilin!

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