[2025 Suiyang Hotels] Travel Guide for Shier Beihou Shuanghe Inn (Updated Aug)

Twelve behind the Shuanghe Inn, located in the hot spring town of Shuyang County, Zunyi City, was transformed on the basis of the original residential buildings in northern Fujian. The inn is in the scenic area and blends in with the surrounding scenery. Going out is a picture of landscapes. Behind 12 is the paradise for explorers. Here you can experience the natural wonders of caves and rock formations, and experience a mysterious journey through the Shuanghe Cave.

The Twelve Backs Scenic Area in Zunyi is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts! 😍 Here, you’ll not only encounter breathtaking underground worlds but also experience thrilling wilderness activities—a must-visit landmark for adventure seekers! 🔥 --- 🌍 **1. Must-See Attractions** 📍Address: Shuanghe Village, Wenquan Town, Suiyang County, Zunyi City 🎯Home to Asia’s largest Shuanghe Cave (a 437.1 km-long underground maze) and adrenaline-pumping via ferrata climbing! Here are the top highlights👇 💎Underground River Valley: Emerald waters + bizarre rock walls + rare fish—like stepping into a subterranean kingdom! 💎Tiankeng Waterfall: A stunning 100-meter waterfall cascading down, perfect for Instagram-worthy shots! 💎Gypsum Cave: Features the world’s largest "underground terraces," a surreal sight! 💎Via Ferrata: Asia’s first cave via ferrata—experience the thrill of scaling walls! 💎Underground Rappelling: A 30-meter cliff descent—only for the brave! --- 🚗 **2. Transportation Tips** 🚙Self-drive: 1.5h from Zunyi (97 km) 🚌Public transport: - High-speed rail + tourist shuttle (one-way 60 RMB) - Bus: Zunyi Maocaopu → Suiyang → Scenic Area 👉Recommended: Self-drive or private car for convenience! --- 💰 **3. Ticket Guide** 🎫Shuanghe Valley Ticket: Adult 118 RMB | Student/Senior 65 RMB 🎟️Special Activities: Via Ferrata Climbing 💰300+ Underground Rappelling 💰828+ Qingxi Gorge Rafting 💰368+ (includes meal) Tip: Free for kids under 1.2m! --- ⏳ **4. Itinerary Suggestions** 【One-Day Thrill Pack】 ☀️Morning: Shuanghe Valley (Underground River + Tiankeng + Gypsum Cave) 🌤️Afternoon: Via Ferrata Challenge 🌇Evening: Relax at the Cliffside Café 【Two-Day Deep Dive】 Day 1: Shuanghe Valley Exploration + Via Ferrata + Camping Day 2: Qingxi Gorge Rafting + Tiankeng Rappelling --- 🏠 **5. Accommodation Tips** 🏡Shuanghe Inn: 150-220 RMB/night, rich in ethnic charm 🌊Qingxi Gorge Resort: Unwind right after rafting ⛺Campers: Bring your gear—sleeping under the stars is pure romance! --- ⚠️ **6. Important Reminders** 👟Gear: Non-slip shoes + warm jacket (cave temp: 15-20°C) ⛑️Safety: Always follow the instructor’s guidance for adventure activities! 🌞Season: Perfect summer escape—super cool inside the caves! --- 🌟 **7. Nearby Fun** Sidonggou: Try bamboo rafting! Wanfo Canyon: A must for creek trekking fans!

I rarely use the word "stunning" to describe a place!! Sinkholes, caves, underground palaces, underground rivers, fissures… it feels like stepping into the world of Zelda! 📍Location: Shierbeihou, Zunyi, Guizhou 🚗Transportation: Take the high-speed train 🚄 to Zunyi Station or Tongzi Station, then rent a car and drive for 1 hour. If you don’t want to drive, there is also a direct shuttle bus from Zunyi Station to the scenic area, which is very convenient. 🗺️My itinerary Day 1: Tongzi Station — Shierbeihou — Experience the Galactic Via Ferrata Day 2: Shierbeihou Double River Valley — Cliffside Coffee — Return trip Recommended activities 1️⃣ Galaxy Cave: Experience cave via ferrata here, climb steep rock walls with an abyss below your feet, rappel to explore the earth’s core, pass through vertical shafts, and delve underground—super thrilling! There’s also a heart-shaped turquoise pool perfect for photos! 2️⃣ Double River Cave: Asia’s longest cave, Double River Cave! Stone waterfalls, stone flags, curled stones, gypsum crystal flowers... a feast for the eyes. Exploring it feels like entering a mysterious underground palace! 3️⃣ Cliffside Coffee: Coffee shop built halfway up the mountain, experience canyon jumping—very exciting! 4️⃣ Gypsum Cave: Colorful underground terraces and mirages, a masterpiece of karst landforms! Once again amazed by nature’s craftsmanship! 🏠Accommodation & Food: Accommodation: Double River Inn | Hejiaodong Tent Camping, perfect for an immersive cave exploration experience. 🍜Food: Double River Banquet Hall | Tourist Center farmhouse, taste authentic Guizhou flavors.

In-Depth Travel Guide to Twelve Backs in Zunyi, Guizhou 1. Why Choose Twelve Backs? ‌Geological Wonder‌: Home to Asia's longest twin-river cave system (238 km), featuring the world's largest celestine cave—a true "underground museum" ‌Summer Retreat‌: Average 25°C in summer, over 80% forest coverage, with peak negative oxygen ions reaching 400,000/cc ‌Adventure Paradise‌: Unique experiences like cave via ferrata and underground river rafting ‌Untouched Beauty‌: Newly listed on the 2025 World Heritage Tentative List, still free from mass tourism Recommended Itineraries 2-Day Highlights Tour ‌Day 1‌: Zunyi Station → Twelve Backs accommodation → Yinhe Cave Via Ferrata → Shuanghe Cave exploration → Cliffside coffee ‌Day 2‌: Qingxi Gorge cruise → Underground fissure adventure → Return Family-Friendly Edition Yinhe Cave mini-loop (suitable for children over 1.3m) Underground river paddleboarding Paleontological fossil exhibition 3. Transportation Guide ‌High-speed rail + shuttle‌: Take the direct shuttle from Zunyi Station (1.5 hours, ¥60/person), book via "Zunyi Tong" app in advance ‌Self-drive‌: ~3.5 hours from Chongqing, ~2 hours from Guiyang ‌Free shuttles‌: Frequent transfers between scenic spots 4. Food Recommendations ‌On-site‌: Shuanghe Inn Restaurant (try the sour fish soup) ‌Nearby‌: Suiyang beef hotpot (15-minute drive) ‌Local snacks‌: Zunyi mutton rice noodles, yellow rice cakes 5. Accommodation Picks ‌Luxury‌: Shuanghe Inn (national top-rated homestay with ticket packages) ‌Budget-friendly‌: Qingxi Gorge Lodge (lake-view rooms) ‌Unique‌: Cave-themed homestays (book 1 month ahead) 6. Pro Tips ‌Best timing‌: Visit after 3pm on weekdays for fewer crowds and optimal lighting ‌Gear‌: Non-slip shoes + light jacket + waterproof phone case ‌Discounts‌: 20% off for online bookings 2 hours early, 50% student discount ‌Safety‌: Assess fitness level for via ferrata; weak signals in caves Twelve Backs perfectly blends geological marvels with outdoor adventures—an ideal "reverse tourism" summer destination. Its 2025 World Heritage Tentative Listing has made it Guizhou's new tourism landmark.

Cave exploration hidden in the Twelve Behind Scenic Area in Zunyi, Guizhou, a cave crossing, where you can feel the charm of the natural cave, the green heart-shaped pool "Heart of the Earth", the challenge of walking on cliffs, and high-altitude flying in the cave. 🧗‍♀️Project Introduction The Galaxy Cave Adventure is divided into two experience routes 1. "Via Ferrata" is to climb up slowly from the entrance of the cave. There are three difficult points. After passing each difficulty, you will walk smoothly. On the way, you will pass rock walls, wire ropes, etc. (difficulty 🌟🌟🌟🌟) 4 stars. 2. "Rpeg Descent from the Earth's Core" starts with hiking to the entrance of the cave on the top of the mountain. There are three descent points. The first point is more exciting, it is a 15-meter-high bungee jump. The difficulty of 2-3 is the rope descent. You can freely control the speed and stop to take pictures halfway. The last descent point is about 30 meters for an exciting descent (difficulty 🌟🌟🌟) 3 stars 💰Price Via Ferrata 368💰/person Earth core abseiling 868💰/person You can see the green "Heart of the Earth" in both projects 💚Public adventure, adults and children can participate👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 📷If you want to take photos during the trip, you can tell the coach and he will help you take photos. The coaches are all very handsome and enthusiastic. 🤭You don’t need to worry about the beginning and the middle. The coach will teach you how to use the equipment and protection before the start. 🏨Accommodation There is Shuanghe Inn in the scenic area, and the price of each room type varies, ranging from 300 to 2000. 🕹️Address 1. Wenquan Town, Suiyang County, Zunyi City, Guizhou Province, Twelve Backs Double Valley Scenic Area 2. For those from other provinces, you can go to Zunyi Xinzhou Airport and take an online taxi to the scenic spot for 1 hour. 3. It takes 2 hours to drive from Guiyang to the scenic spot

Always wanted to visit the Twelve Ridges, right? Check out the underground river valleys, sinkholes, waterfalls... and stay in the scenic and unique northern Guizhou residences. Suiyang County, Zunyi City, Guizhou Province, Wenquan Town, Shuanghe Valley Scenic Area Zunyi Station. About a 1.5h drive away! Zunyi Maotai Airport: About 1.5h away. Environment 1: Shuanghe Inn is located in Wenquan Town, Suiyang County, a homestay transformed from a northern Guizhou residence. 2: Surrounded by lush bamboo, with streams babbling through the mountains. 3: The houses are uniquely characteristic and perfectly integrated with the landscape. 4: Through each window, you can enjoy a different view. Guest Rooms 1: Creating 80+ unique guest rooms, with a rich variety of room types and distinct design styles! 2: Simple yet elegant, the understated luxury allows for a natural fusion of indoor space with the outdoor scenery. 3: It is an ideal place for leisure, vacation, and artistic creation. Dining: The homestay restaurant offers three meals, convenient food and drink, and you can also drive to nearby restaurants for meals~ Play: Shuanghe Valley Scenic Area underground fissure scenic area Qingxi Gorge boat tour/drifting, cave zip-lining, little Twelve Ridges behind!