Jiuqu Stream
Ride a replica bamboo raft about 2 metres wide and 9 metres long from Nine Bends to First Bend. This is the most distinctive attraction in Wuyi Mountain, offering views of the entire area.…
Jiuqu Stream, Wuyi Mountain
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥100 per person, plus ¥2 per person for insurance. Each raft seats 6 people. Rafting takes about 90 minutes.
- Opening hours
- Xingcun Pier No. 1: 7:20, 9:10, 12:20 and 14:30; Pier No. 3: 8:00, 9:50 and 13:30
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1577. Open in Google Maps
About Jiuqu Stream
Ride a replica bamboo raft about 2 metres wide and 9 metres long from Nine Bends to First Bend. This is the most distinctive attraction in Wuyi Mountain, offering views of the entire area.
As the Jiuqu Stream alternates between calm and rushing waters, the bamboo raft glides past peak after peak of breathtaking scenery. You can also spot the “Wuyi boat coffins,” which have been suspended on the sheer cliffs for more than 3,000 years.
Bamboo rafting
Tips from the guidebook
- As you drift down the Jiuqu Stream, look up to see rows of caves in the cliffs, each holding hanging coffins. The mystery of how they were placed there remains unsolved.
- The beauty of the Jiuqu Stream
Frequently asked questions
How much does Jiuqu Stream cost?
Admission to Jiuqu Stream is ¥100 per person, plus ¥2 per person for insurance. Each raft seats 6 people. Rafting takes about 90 minutes., as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Jiuqu Stream?
Jiuqu Stream is open Xingcun Pier No. 1: 7:20, 9:10, 12:20 and 14:30; Pier No. 3: 8:00, 9:50 and 13:30.
How long should I spend at Jiuqu Stream?
Plan on 2–4 hours for Jiuqu Stream.
Where is Jiuqu Stream?
Jiuqu Stream is in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian Province, in the East China of China.
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