Off to Qingquan Bay for some water fun!
About a 2-hour drive from Foshan, with free parking at the scenic area 🆓
Attractions: Dynamic Mountain Spring Water Park, Qingquan Bay Drift (Bamboo Forest Speed Drift + High-Altitude Glass Drift), Aegean Hot Springs
Accommodation: Aegean Hotel at Qingquan Bay, offering standard suites and standalone villas with blue-and-white exteriors blending into the sky
New campsite: Surrounded by greenery, a natural oxygen bar perfect for picnics, with bonfire parties at night
Since we were on a day trip, we didn’t stay overnight or join the campsite activities—next time for sure!
Our itinerary, recommended by Qingquan Bay staff:
First the water park, then the drift, and finally the hot springs
When we arrived, the weather was overcast—perfect for outdoor fun.
The water park uses mountain spring water, so it’s quite refreshing. Ease into it before diving into the fun.
Features include a massive wave pool and slides of varying heights and thrill levels. If unsure, watch others first to gauge your courage.
Qingquan Bay Drift runs from 2 PM to 4 PM—start with the Bamboo Forest Drift, then the Glass Drift.
Having drifted at Gulong Gorge days earlier, we assumed Qingquan Bay’s would be milder. We were wrong—hence the "Speed" in Bamboo Forest Drift’s name.
There are noticeable drops, and you’ll get airborne—hold tight to the handrails!
The Aegean Hot Springs offer milk, mugwort, rose pools, and even fish therapy for your feet.
Our takeaway: Qingquan Bay feels authentically Qingyuan, with many local staff and discounted tickets for residents—simple, unpretentious, and full of warmth.