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Explore the region
About Getu River
The open cave mouth and the river beneath it are the main landscape features for a first visit. Yingyan Pavilion provides a view of the cave group in the cliff, while the Dahe village area shows the river in a broader cultivated valley. Longer routes reach upper caves and forest terrain, but they require a separate choice of managed itinerary and suitable fitness.
What to look for
- Dachuandong forms a tall natural arch where the river enters the mountain.
- Yingyan Pavilion looks towards several openings in the same cliff face.
The surrounding area
A western base for the Huangguoshu waterfall region, with a dedicated scenic-area visit.
Location & getting there
Getting to Getu River
Travel to the Getu River scenic-area visitor centre in Getu River town, Ziyun County. The official route uses the visitor entrance and Dachuandong wharf; choose the current walking, sightseeing-vehicle or boat arrangement there rather than attempting an unmarked cave approach.
Combine your visit
Suggested order for the visit:
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Yingyan Pavilion
Understand the cave group from the landscape viewpoint.
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Dachuandong visitor route
See the river and natural arch from the permitted area.
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Dahe village area, if included
Continue only on the booked or open managed route.
This is an editorial sequence of named spaces or places. It does not imply a verified walking connection or promise opening, ticket availability or a journey time.
Find Getu River
格凸河 · 安顺
The pin marks the area, not the entrance.
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Approximate straight-line distances between map pins, not travel distances.
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View guide →Sources & visit information
The sources below support the place-specific description and arrival information. Suggested combinations are editorial planning ideas; confirm current opening, entry arrangements and transport services for your date.