Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, located in Cili County, Zhangjiajie City, Hunan Province, is a key component of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Wulingyuan. Renowned for the world's highest glass bridge, it combines steep canyons, cascading waterfalls, and primeval forests, hailed as a "Geological Museum and Extreme Sports Paradise".
Core Landscapes
Yuntiandu Glass Bridge
World's longest & highest glass bridge: 430m long, 6m wide, 300m above canyon floor (Guinness World Record)
Sky Crack Canyon
400m vertical rift with narrowest section only 0.8m wide
Milky Way Waterfall
Seven-tiered waterfall with total 200m drop, spectacular during rainy season
Unique Experiences
Must-Do Activities
- Glass Bridge Walk: 300m high transparent walkway challenge
- Zipline Adventure: 800m canyon crossing (max weight 80kg)
- Aqua Slide: 600m glass water slide (open year-round)
In-Depth Exploration
- Geology Study: Observe Devonian quartz sandstone formations (380 million years old)
- Underground River Rafting: Explore 1.5km subterranean cave system
Practical Information
Tickets
Glass Bridge Combo: 256 RMB (Canyon+Bridge+Insurance)
Canyon Only: 118 RMB
Opening Hours
Peak Season (Mar-Nov): 7:30-17:30
Off-Season (Dec-Feb): 8:00-17:00
Transportation
- Shuttle Bus: Departures every 20mins from Zhangjiajie Bus Station (50mins ride)
- Self-Drive: Yanghe Exit on G5513 Expressway direct to scenic area
- High-Speed Rail: Dedicated tourist buses from Zhangjiajie West Station
Important Notes
- Tripods and sharp objects prohibited on glass bridge
- Carry light jacket for temperature variations
- Visitors over 60 require health declaration