Last updated: March 2026. Check official site for tickets and opening hours.
The entrance is on the hillside in the northwest suburbs; inside you get stalactites, stalagmites and coloured lights—a classic limestone cave. Guides point out formations named “Lion,” “Snow Mountain,” “Crystal Palace,” etc.; the tour is about 1 hour. Reed Flute Cave is the most recommended cave in Guilin: developed, fixed route, good if you don’t want to go far but want a typical karst cave. The floor is slippery and there are many steps—wear grippy shoes; in summer the cave is cool and works as a break from the heat.
What Makes it Worth It
Reed Flute packs the “cave” part of “Guilin mountains and water” in one place: stalactites, underground water and lights, paired with Elephant Hill and the Li for “hill—water—cave” in a day. For anyone who likes geology or spectacle and doesn’t want to go to Silver Cave or Crown Cave, it’s easy to reach and time-controlled. Combine with Elephant Hill and Prince City the same day—one in the morning, one in the afternoon.
What to Expect
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Practical Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Tickets | Paid; check official prices |
| Booking/Tickets | Official site or Trip.com (confirm on venue) |
| Suggested time | About 1 hour inside, plus entry/exit and waiting |
| Opening hours | Check official site; usually daytime |
| Transport | Bus from town to Reed Flute Cave; taxi about 20–30 min |
Getting There
Common mistake: wearing sandals or heels—floor is slippery; flat, grippy shoes are better.
Reed Flute Cave is the easiest cave to reach from Guilin; about 1 hour to see it, and it fits well with Elephant Hill and the Li cruise for a “hill—water—cave” day. Cool and slippery inside—dress and step carefully.
If you have no interest in caves and are short on time, Elephant Hill and the Li are enough. If you want to complete "hill—water—cave," Reed Flute is the most convenient cave from town.
- Guilin City Guide — Complete city guide
