Libo Small Seven Hole | A Dreamlike Romantic Journey

| A Dreamlike Romantic Journey. Pre-Trip Preparation - Ticket Booking: Tickets cost 170 RMB per person, covering Small Seven Hole, Big Seven Hole, and sightseeing bus. Real-name reservations must be made in advance via the "Libo Small Seven Hole Scenic Area" official WeChat account. - Essentials to Pack: Sun protection items (UV clothing, sunscreen, sun hat, all-weather umbrella), water shoes/non-slip sandals, waterproof phone case, power bank, mosquito repellent, and stomach medicine. Transportation Guide - Self-Drive: From Guiyang, take the highway (~3hrs) to Small Seven Hole Toll Exit, just 3km from the West Gate. - High-Speed Rail: Guiyang to Libo (~1hr 20min), then take Bus No.10/11, scenic area shuttle, ride-hailing, or carpool to the site. Accommodation Options - Near West Gate: E.g., Small Seven Hole Mountain View Homestay, Yuyi Hotel—well-equipped for self-drivers or West Gate entrants. - Near East Gate: Numerous inns/hotels for East Gate entrants. Recommended Routes - West-to-East: Start at West Gate → Wolong Pond → Mandarin Duck Lake (boat ride) → Cuigu Waterfall → Water Forest → Small Seven Hole Ancient Bridge → Exit at East Gate (mostly downhill, easier). - East-to-West: Start at East Gate → Small Seven Hole Ancient Bridge → Laya Waterfall → 68-Tier Cascades → Broken Bridge Waterfall → Stone Forest → Cuigu Waterfall → Mandarin Duck Lake → Wolong Pond → Exit at West Gate (scenic but uphill, more strenuous). Must-Visit Spots - Wolong Pond: Sapphire-blue waters; ideal for sunrise photography with stunning waterfall views.  - Mandarin Duck Lake: Paddle through lush greenery—feels like the Amazon rainforest.  - Cuigu Waterfall: Majestic falls cascading down mountains; wading pool below for cooling off.  - Water Forest: Walk barefoot upstream on rocks for refreshing splashes and "wet-style" photos.  - Small Seven Hole Ancient Bridge: Iconic 1835-built bridge; soft afternoon light enhances its charm.  Local Eats - Inside Scenic Area: Snacks like grilled corn/fish (pricier; eat lightly). - Outside: Libo town offers specialties—sour soup beef hotpot, silk tofu wraps, crispy duck, potato cakes, rose jelly dessert.