Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave in Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie, China

Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave

Outty Ranking 71 5.0 · 15 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $24

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71/100

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5.0/5

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Is Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave worth booking?

Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave is a 4-hour experience in Zhangjiajie, China, from $24 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
71 / 100
Rating
5/5 (15)
Duration
4 hours
From
$24 per person

Both attractions are located in Wulingyuan Downtown, Baofeng Lake is the only place combining waters and mountains, take a cruise in the lake and listen to the folk songs is a very relaxing way; Yellow Dragon Cave is a m

What you get

  • Tour Guide Service
  • Bottled Water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Private transportation

About this experience

Both attractions are located in Wulingyuan Downtown, Baofeng Lake is the only place combining waters and mountains, take a cruise in the lake and listen to the folk songs is a very relaxing way; Yellow Dragon Cave is a magnificent karst cave system located in the core of the Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Celebrated as a "World Karst Wonder" and the "All-Round Champion of World Caves".

What's included

Included

  • Tour Guide Service
  • Bottled Water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Private transportation

Not included

  • All entrance tickets, we will reserve in advance, pay it to our guide after meeting him or her
  • Entrance ticket: 113 + 125 =238RMB/Person

What you'll see and do

  1. Baofeng Lake

    As the masterpiece of nature and human beings’ wisdom, Baofeng Lake is pure just like a big crystal among Baofeng mountain Range. When you cruise, you can hear authentic song from Tujia minority people, you can fully understand the harmony and peace between human beings and nature.

    80 minutes here · Admission not included

  2. Yellow Dragon Cave

    Yellow Dragon Cave is just like an underground "magical palace", featuring a wide cave, deep and secluded underground rivers, hanging waterfalls and dense stone bamboo shoots, showing a style of its own.

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • Pick up in Zhangjiajie City

    Private & No Shopping : visit 2 attractions in Wulingyuan: Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave; tickets are excluded Duration: 6 hours Pickup included

  • Pick up in Wulingyuan

    Private & No Shopping : visit 2 attractions in Wulingyuan: Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave; tickets are excluded Duration: 5 hours Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
cmn, en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Zhangjiajie Top Trip

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Passport number, full name, gender, date of birth and nationality are required at time of booking for all participants

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

8 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Photo opportunities

6 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Knowledge and storytelling

5 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Organization

5 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Traveler reviews

15 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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mariofG2077AO · July 2026

Wonderful day in Zhangjiajie

We had an amazing day with our tour guide, Lilian! We are an Italian couple, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! Davvero bello!!! She was kind, friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. Her english Is excellent! She shared so many interesting facts about the places we visited and was always happy to answer our questions. She made the whole day stress-free and perfectly organized, allowing us to enjoy every moment without worrying about anything. She also helped us take beautiful photos that we will always treasure. We highly recommend Lilian to anyone visiting Zhangjiajie. Her passion for her job, her warm personality, and her attention to every detail made our trip truly unforgettable. Thank you so much, Lilian, for making our visit so special. We hope to see you again one day!

Response from the operator: Dear Mario, Thank you so much for this incredibly warm and heartfelt review! It truly means a lot to our team and our guide Lilian to receive such wonderful feedback from you, our lovely Italian couple. We are overjoyed to hear that you had an amazing and unforgettable day exploring Zhangjiajie with her professional company. Lilian is always dedicated to delivering thoughtful, detailed, and high-quality service to every guest. We are delighted that her fluent English, rich scenic knowledge, patient explanations, and professional organization made your tour smooth, stress-free, and full of joy. It’s our greatest honor that she could record your beautiful travel moments with exquisite photos for you to cherish forever. Your sincere recognition and recommendation are the best motivation for us to keep improving our travel services. We greatly appreciate your trust and love for our team. We sincerely hope we have the precious chance to welcome you back to Zhangjiajie again in the future, and wish you all the best for your upcoming journeys! Travel with Zhangjiajie Top Trip is more than an experience. Warm regards, Claror

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Derek_A · July 2026

Awesome tour! Zoe was a...

Awesome tour! Zoe was a great guide and made the experience even better. Highly recommend and definitely a good relaxing half day trip.

Response from the operator: Hi there! So happy to read your second lovely five-star review! It warms our hearts knowing you had such an awesome relaxing half-day trip with us again. We’re thrilled that Zoe made your visit so much more enjoyable—we’ll absolutely share your kind compliments with her, she’ll be over the moon! Thanks so much for recommending our tour to others. If you ever come back to Zhangjiajie to explore more beautiful spots, we’d love to help you plan your next trip anytime. Wish you all the best! Warm regards, Zhangjiajie Top Trip

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ashleighc328 · June 2026

The Best Experience of Zhangjiajie!

My husband and I had the best experience visiting Zhangjiajie! From the moment I enquired David replied with such professionalism I knew I had found the right tour group! I am a travel agent and am very well travelled, with all my busy days at work I did not have time to plan my own trip and found it hard to find any tours that included everything I wanted to do. David recommended and organised my itinerary which was a perfect mix of relaxing and exploring. Lillian was our tour leader and was AMAZING! Her English is excellent and she is very informative, punctual and attentive. We went to the 72 Tower, Yellow Dragon Cave, Baofeng River Cruise, Golden Whip Stream, Zhangjiajie ‘Avatar Mountains’, The Glass Bridge at the Canyon and walked along the river, Furong Ancient Town and Tianmen Mountain. Lillian perfectly timed everything so we never had to wait in any lines. Her knowledge of the area made this experience all the more enjoyable Unfortunately the weather wasn’t nice at Tianmen Mountain which isn’t any fault to Lillian as she can’t control the weather but this means we will have to visit again. Lillian also recommended the most delicious restaurant near our hotel which was very appreciated. I highly recommend booking, I will be recommending to not only my family and friends but all of my customers aswell! Thanks again for an amazing few days!!! We can’t wait to come back!!!

Response from the operator: Hi, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful 5-star review! As a fellow travel professional, receiving your endorsement means the absolute world to us. It was truly a pleasure to take the stress out of your busy schedule and craft this itinerary for you and your husband. I will be sure to pass on all your kind words to Lillian. She is thrilled to hear that her timing (and restaurant tips!) made your trip smoother. We are already looking forward to welcoming you back to Zhangjiajie for that sunny view of Tianmen Mountain!

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Bridget_S · June 2026

Amazing time

Amazing time during this tour with VICKY. She was very informative and patient with us. She recommended some food spots for us after and sent photos and location.

Response from the operator: Hi there, so cheerful to know that you had a wonderful time with our tour guide Vicky, we place customer satisfaction as top priority and we do everything possible so that our customers could have unforgettable travel experiences. Your satisfaction is our best reward. Travel with Zhangjiajie Top Trip is more than an experience !

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GlobetrotterForever1 · May 2026

A must have element of your stay in Zhangjiajie

This tour provides a perfect addition to standard Avatar Mountains and Glass Bridge / Mt. Tianmen tours and allows to have a near complete view of beautiful Zhangjiajie. My special thanks to our guide Cara for a very professional and personalised approach. I am also very grateful for her valuable assistance with sorting out a personal issue which occurred on the day of the tour. The visit of the Baifeng Lake and Yellow Dragon Cave took place just before my departure from Zhangjiajie and it served as a great finishing touch of the overall great experience in this wonderful part of China!

Response from the operator: Hi there, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful 5-star review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that the Baifeng Lake and Yellow Dragon Cave tour provided the perfect finishing touch to your Zhangjiajie adventure. Your kind words about Cara truly made our day. We are incredibly proud of her professionalism and dedication—it is our mission to not only show guests the beauty of China but also to support them through any unexpected situations. Knowing she could assist you personally means a lot to us. It warms our hearts to know you had a "near complete view" of this beautiful region. We hope to welcome you back to Zhangjiajie or other parts of China in the future! Warm regards, Zhangjiajie Top Trip team

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Good to know

Duration
4 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$24 to $186
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
5
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Who runs this experience

Operated by Zhangjiajie Top Trip, who run 13 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.5.

See everything Zhangjiajie Top Trip runs

Why this scores 71

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)96
Review evidence (18% weight)52
Booking momentum (14% weight)42
Value for money (12% weight)49
Listing quality (10% weight)84
Local standing (8% weight)55
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Zhangjiajie.

How much does Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave cost?

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Prices start at $24 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Zhangjiajie usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave take?

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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Zhangjiajie is not rushed.

Is Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Zhangjiajie, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave?

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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Zhangjiajie can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Zhangjiajie and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Private Tour to Baofeng Lake & Yellow Dragon Cave start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Zhangjiajie within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Zhangjiajie?

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On Outty we rank every Zhangjiajie experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 1-Day Best Mini Group & Private Tours to Mt. Avatar & Forest Park, 1-2 Days All-inclusive Tours: Mt Avatar, Glass Bridge, Mt Tianmen, 1-Day Private Zhangjiajie Tour to Avatar Mountain & Glass Bridge. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Zhangjiajie?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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