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Shenlong Gorge (Shenlongxia) Tourism Area
4A Tourism Area

Shenlong Gorge (Shenlongxia) Tourism Area

神龙峡景区

Chongqing, Nanchuan·29.7116°N, 107.0200°E
Ticket Price
CNY 50 (peak season), CNY 30 (off-season)
Duration
4-5 hours

About Shenlong Gorge (Shenlongxia) Tourism Area

Shenlong Gorge is a bamboo-lined karst canyon near Nanchuan, celebrated for clear mountain streams, tiered waterfalls, and white-water rafting that make it a favorite summer escape.

Highlights

• Bamboo-lined gorge with clear streams and waterfalls. • Drifting and rafting in summer plus forest hiking. • Cool canyon microclimate, good for summer escapes.

Suggested Route

Enter at the gorge mouth, walk the plank trail upstream past waterfalls, optional rafting; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Stream fish and farmhouse dishes; lodging at nearby Nanchuan or Tianxing resorts.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, rafting-gear rental, and snack stalls.
Travel Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water and sun protection in summer. Check weather conditions before visiting.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)

Getting There

In Nanchuan District; CRH to Nanchuan then taxi/bus ~40 km to Shenlongxia; or drive via G65 Baomao Expwy.

Reservation

No mandatory booking; tickets on-site/online.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0) (peak season), CNY 30 (≈ $4.2) (off-season)

Address

Chongqing Nanchuan District Nanping Town Yong'an Village

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
神龙峡景区

重庆市南川区南平镇永安村

Chongqing Nanchuan District Nanping Town Yong'an Village

29.7116, 107.0200

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