Discover the awe-inspiring Dinghu Grand Canyon, a hidden gem in Zhaoqing where nature's artistry takes center stage! Towering rock formations and cascading waterfalls create a living landscape painting. Hike along the cliffside trails surrounded by the symphony of rushing streams and birdsong—perfect for escaping city stress. Don't forget your camera to capture Instagram-worthy vistas, especially during autumn when fiery foliage transforms it into a photographer's paradise!




















Everything you need to know about Dinghu Grand Canyon
Dinghu Mountain Retreat Hotel is a top choice for families seeking immersive nature adventures. Nestled just 5 minutes from the canyon trailhead, it features family-friendly forest cabins with outdoor play areas and hosts daily eco-education workshops like plant identification and wildlife tracking. Guests enjoy guided morning hikes through misty ravines and evening stargazing sessions under clear mountain skies. Book via the HopeGoo app to secure exclusive access to seasonal nature programs.
Dinghu Cloudview Villa Hotel offers unmatched convenience for hikers, located just 300 meters from the main canyon trail entrance. Its mountain-view suites come with private balconies overlooking lush gorges, while each room includes an in-room air purification system tailored for humid forest environments. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to the park gate every hour and organizes unique activities such as dawn river trekking, ancient tree exploration, and wild mushroom foraging tours. All experiences are curated by local conservation guides.
Begin your day at Dinghu Cloudview Villa Hotel, where you’ll join a guided morning river trek along the crystal-clear Longtan Stream, spotting rare ferns and native fish species. By midday, head to the canyon’s central viewpoint for panoramic views of the 100-meter-deep cliffs and cascading waterfalls. In the afternoon, participate in a forest ecology tour led by a local naturalist, learning about ancient red cedars and southern cold fir trees. Return to the hotel for a farm-to-table dinner featuring wild mushrooms and mountain yam porridge, followed by a quiet evening under the stars in the hotel’s open-air observatory.
Xiangshanju Cloudtop Pavilion is the only hotel offering a direct, unobstructed view of the sunrise over Dinghu Grand Canyon. Its rooftop terrace faces east, where the sun rises dramatically above the misty peaks, painting the canyon in golden hues. The hotel provides a private sunrise welcome package with hot herbal tea and a custom map of optimal photo spots. Every room has floor-to-ceiling windows ensuring no view is blocked. Monthly sunrise photography workshops are also hosted in collaboration with local artists—perfect for nature photographers.
Dinghu Shanyu Homestay blends Hakka heritage with Lingnan garden design, offering themed rooms named after seasons—Spring Dawn, Summer Lotus, Autumn Mist, Winter Snow. Guests can join hands-on workshops in bamboo lantern crafting, traditional mountain tea brewing, and Guangdong folk singing sessions. The on-site restaurant serves dishes made from organic mountain produce, including wild mushroom stew and home-grown yam congee. The property also hosts nightly storytelling events and meditation sessions in its tranquil forest pavilion.
Both Dinghu Cloudview Villa Hotel and Xiangshanju Cloudtop Pavilion offer complimentary shuttle services every hour between the hotel and the main canyon entrance (8-minute walk). Located along the scenic park loop road, both properties are accessible within 15 minutes of downtown Zhaoqing. For self-drivers, the hotels provide priority parking reservations and digital navigation codes to avoid traffic congestion during peak season. All accommodations are integrated with the HopeGoo platform for real-time HopeGoo and turn-by-turn route guidance.
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