West Sea Grand Canyon (Xihai Grand Canyon)

Overview

West Sea Grand Canyon, located in Xiuning County, is renowned for its breathtaking natural scenery and dramatic landscapes. The canyon offers stunning views, unique rock formations, and diverse flora and fauna.

The canyon is a significant geological site with unique rock formations and diverse ecosystems.

Natural Scenic Outdoor

Location

Address

Xiuning County, Huangshan, Anhui

Neighborhood: Xiuning

Coordinates

29.850000, 118.350000

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Admission

Adults

¥100

Children

¥50

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

2 hours

Recommended

4 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• lush greenery

summer

hot

• waterfalls
• cool breezes

autumn

cool

• fall colors
• harvest festivals

winter

cold

• snow-covered landscapes
• winter hiking

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• uneven terrain

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Chinese Yuan

Typical Costs

entry ¥100

parking ¥20

food ¥50

souvenirs ¥100

Dress Code

casual, comfortable hiking shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

West Sea Grand Canyon App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Huangshan Tunxi International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

¥150 30 min

public_transport

¥10 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

bus

¥5 20 min

taxi

¥50 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Natural beauty

Historical Significance: Important geological site

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local tea
• Ask for guide Li

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello 你好

thank_you 谢谢

where_is 哪里

how_much 多少钱

beautiful 美丽的

ticket 票

Guide Languages: Chinese, English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main viewpoint

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Great shot

#travel

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas hiking trails

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Huangshan Mountain

Distance: 20km

Walking: N/A

Type: Natural

Hongcun Village

Distance: 30km