Recommended summer escape and drifting routes for self-driving in Guangdong in August

Drifting in the current weather is perfect, exciting and fun. Besides avoiding the summer heat, it can also help release emotions. So, where is a good place for drifting in Guangzhou? Here are a few recommended places for drifting in Guangdong!

Panglongxia

Deqing Panlongxia Drift is located in the famous Waterfall Tan, where the waterfall group brings excitement and thrills to the drift. The "Valiant Drift" with no danger in it starts from Shuanglongtan. The rubber raft rises and falls in the stream, advancing vigorously, showing the heroism. The "Leisure Drift" starting from Feifengtan is leisurely and romantic. The rubber raft drifts along the gentle stream until Jinlin Reservoir, where you can enjoy the leisurely pleasure and appreciate the beautiful landscape of mountains, waters, and countryside. Especially in the Jinlinhe Gorge section of the drift, one section is 4.8 kilometers long, with a total drop of more than 100 meters. The steep cliffs on both sides, the winding river, the roaring rapids, and the rugged reefs make it breathtaking.

Nankun Mountain and Longxia Drifting

Huizhou Nankun Mountain Chuanlongxia Drifting is located in Chuanlongxia, Yonghan Town, Nankunshan, Huizhou, Guangdong Province. The drifting distance is 11 kilometers, with a drop of 86 meters. You can choose to drift halfway or the whole journey. The river being drifted is formed by the convergence of countless springs in Nankun Mountain, sometimes with rapids and dangerous shoals, sometimes with calm and gentle waves. There are also attractions such as Shiheqi (valley stream), Chuanlong Waterfall, Guanyin Tan Waterfall, and unique snake pines on the mountain.

Clearspring Bay, Qingyuan

The "Bamboo Speed Drift" at Qingquan Bay is a novel, exciting, and fun choice for the new generation of drifters! It has been carefully designed by river experts to be safe yet thrilling. "Dynamic Mountain Spring Water City" is built amidst the surrounding mountains, covering an area of 100,000 square meters. The environment is tranquil, with excellent water quality. Sample tests have shown it meets the national secondary drinking water standards and is considered drinkable directly from the flowing mountain spring water.

Lechang Jiulang Shiba Tan drift

Lechang Jiulong Eighteen Beaches Drifting is 60 kilometers long, with a winding river course, fast-flowing water, large drop-offs, and mountains on both sides of the river. There are strange rocks on the riverbank and pools in the beaches. Lechang Jiulong Eighteen Beaches Drifting Company is located at the foot of Jinji Mountain in Lechang City, Guangdong Province. It is a company that focuses on drifting and integrates dining, accommodation, and entertainment.

Lianzhou, Huangchuan, Three Gorges

Huangchuan Three Gorges drifting is located in the Lianjiang River section from Qingyuan City to Longtan Town in the midst of the Limekiln Mountains. It begins at Longchuan Watergate Terminal and quickly enters a beautiful landscape. The first encountered is Longquan Gorge, with steep cliffs, crimson rocks, and numerous waterfalls cascading into the river. Then comes Lengjia Gorge, with rugged rocks on both sides and a breathtaking atmosphere. Finally, it enters Yangtiao Gorge, where the river gradually narrows, the water becomes deep and ink green, and stalactites hang down from the rock walls within reach. Huangchuan Three Gorges combines the beauty of Li River and the danger of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, making it a thrilling and enjoyable drifting experience.

Fresh and mysterious ancient cave drift

"Xuanzhen Ancient Cave Happy Valley Drifting" is known as the "most thrilling drift in South Guangdong" by many tourists and travel experts. With a total length of 4.3 kilometers and more than 60 drops, the entire drifting experience takes about 90 minutes, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the excitement of the rapids. Xuanzhen Creek is formed by the convergence of mountain streams and lush forests, flowing clear and winding. Along the Tiancheng Gorge, the drifting journey can be rough or calm, adding to the excitement and charm of the drift. From the starting point of drifting to the downstream section of over 4 kilometers, there are turbulent rapids, rapid flows, and gentle currents, passing through deep pools and shallow shoals, and turning into secluded narrows, one by one, following the waves.

Jiudao Valley drift

Jiudao Valley is the first drifting scenic area in Foshan region with a river length of about 4.8 kilometers, a total drop of 138 meters, and more than 120 different size drops. It offers an exciting experience of "water roller coaster" in the midst of a natural jungle. In the final stage of the drifting, there is a long buffer zone where you can relax and have fun with friends by competing in kayaking or having water fights.

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