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Firefly Water Cave & Underground Grand Canyon
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2020

Firefly Water Cave & Underground Grand Canyon

临沂市萤火虫水洞•地下大峡谷旅游区

Shandong, Linyi4.3Designated 2020·36.8589°N, 116.8755°E
Ticket Price
Underg round Grand Canyon CNY 96, Firefly Cave CNY 100
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Rating
4.3 / 5.0
Designated
2020

About Firefly Water Cave & Underground Grand Canyon

A dramatic canyon landscape in Linyi, Shandong, with towering cliffs, deep gorges, and winding river valleys. A glowing firefly limestone cave and the nearby Underground Grand Canyon with boat rides and dramatic stalactites.

Highlights

A glowing firefly limestone cave and the nearby Underground Grand Canyon with boat rides and dramatic stalactites.

Suggested Route

Visit the Firefly Water Cave (boat through the glow), then the Underground Grand Canyon via raft or foot; allow 3-4 hours.

Food & Lodging

Try Yishui shade-fish and farm dishes; stay in Yishui county or Linyi city.

Facilities

Shuttle between caves, boat rides, restrooms, parking and cool cave walkways (unverified).
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 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

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

In Yinan/Yishui, Linyi; no metro. Nearest HSR Linyi North Station; ~120 km from Linyi Qiyang Airport. Bus from Linyi.

Reservation

Online booking via official WeChat 'Firefly Water Cave Tourism Area'/site recommended; combo ticket covers both caves.

Ticket Price

Underg round Grand Canyon CNY 96 (≈ $13), Firefly Cave CNY 100 (≈ $14)

Address

Linyi City Yishui County Yaodianzi Town Yongfuzhuang Village

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
临沂市萤火虫水洞•地下大峡谷旅游区

临沂市沂水县姚店子镇永富庄村

Linyi City Yishui County Yaodianzi Town Yongfuzhuang Village

36.8589, 116.8755

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