Guizhou Pingba Cherry Blossom Garden Flower Viewing Guide from March to April, Enjoy the Flowers without Getting Lost

A guide to cherry blossom viewing in Pingba Cherry Blossom Park in Guizhou from March to April, covering flowering period, transportation, must-see spots and practical tips to help you enjoy the "world's largest cherry blossom base": 1. Flowering period and best viewing time Flowering period forecast for 2025 (based on recent data): [Sakura][Sakura][Sakura][Sakura][Sakura] Early cherry blossoms (mainly white): Bloom gradually from mid-March, with the peak flowering period from March 20th to March 30th. If there is a warm winter, the flowering period may be earlier. Late cherry blossoms (mainly pink): bloom from early to mid-April, forming a romantic scene of pink and white together with early cherry blossoms. Best time of day: [Calendar] 7:00-9:00 in the morning: When the morning mist has not yet dissipated, the cherry blossom forest is like a fairyland and it is easy to take pictures with few people. Evening 16:00-18:00: The cherry blossom forest and the surface of the red maple lake complement each other under the setting sun. 2. Transportation Guide External transportation Self-driving (recommended): [Car] Navigate to "Guizhou Pingba Cherry Blossom Garden", which is about a 1-hour drive from Guiyang (directly via Gui'an Avenue). Parking suggestion: During the peak season (late March to early April), private cars are prohibited from entering the core area. You need to park in the outer parking lot (such as Gaofeng Avenue Parking Lot) and transfer to the shuttle bus (20 yuan/person round trip). Public transportation: [Airplane] [High Speed ​​Rail] [Bus] Guiyang North Station/Guiyang Railway Station → Take the "Sakura Special Bus" directly to the Cherry Blossom Garden (daily departures during peak season, one-way trip takes about 1.5 hours, fare 30 yuan). Anshun West Station → Take the Anshun to Pingba bus (Route 701), and transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus. Tour group: "One-day tour" from Guiyang/Anshun includes round-trip transportation + tickets, suitable for people without a car (about 150 yuan/person). Internal Transportation: Sightseeing car: [Tramcar] There are sightseeing electric cars in the park (30 yuan/person/day) connecting the core attractions. Cycling: [Bicycle] You can rent shared bicycles (20 yuan/hour) and go deep into the cherry blossom forest trail. 3. Must-visit areas and gameplay [Congratulate] Core cherry blossom viewing area Cherry Blossom Square: The area with the most early cherry blossoms, suitable for taking photos of the "Cherry Blossom Tunnel". Manying Garden: The main site of late cherry blossoms, with a sea of ​​pink flowers and tea gardens interlaced. You can overlook the panoramic view from the observation deck. Along the Hongfeng Lake: The reflections of cherry blossoms along the lake are beautiful, and you can take a bamboo raft to watch them up close (50 yuan/person). Small secret place Cherry Blossoms in the Tea Garden: The cherry blossoms and tea trees near Xunyin Lake complement each other, creating a refreshing and healing atmosphere (located at "Yalonglong Tea Farm"). Picnic in the cherry blossom forest: bring your own picnic mat and enjoy the spring fun in the northern area of ​​the cherry blossom garden (less crowded). Featured Experiences Trip Moments: Hanfu rental is available in the scenic area (50 yuan/hour, including makeup), and it is recommended to take pictures in the ancient pavilions. Sakura Cultural and Creative Market: limited edition cherry blossom sachets, Miao silver cherry blossom accessories, sea buckthorn cherry blossom jelly, etc. 4. Photography Tips Equipment recommendations: The wide-angle lens captures the panoramic view of the sea of ​​flowers, while the telephoto lens captures the layers of cherry blossoms, lake and tea garden. Drones must be registered in advance (official announcements can be found for restricted flying areas in scenic spots). Outfit recommendations: Wear light-colored long skirts, Hanfu or JK uniforms to avoid bright colors that distract from the cherry blossoms. Classic seats: Observation deck: Bird’s-eye view of the blue and pink contrasting colors of the cherry blossom forest and Red Maple Lake. On the bamboo raft: low-angle shot of cherry blossoms and their reflections on the water. 5. Tickets and Reservations Tickets: Free, but you need to make an appointment in advance through the "One Code to Travel Guizhou" applet (divided into time periods, it is recommended to grab tickets 3 days in advance during peak season). Shuttle bus fee: 20 yuan/person round trip from the outer parking lot to the core area (mandatory). 6. Practical Tips Peak shifting suggestions: Enter the park before 7:30 on weekdays and try to enter after 14:00 on weekends (tour groups are concentrated in the morning). Avoid the Qingming Festival (April 4-6) as the queues may be more than 2 hours during peak hours. Dressing Guide: [Sneeze] The temperature difference in Guizhou is large in March, so it is recommended to wear a windproof jacket + thin sweater and prepare a raincoat (there are many showers in spring). Recommended dining: Snack stalls in the park: Pingba grey goose noodles, cherry blossom ice cream (15 yuan/stick), and grilled tofu. Surrounding features: Pingba Muslim beef hotpot (navigation "Ma Ji Muslim Restaurant"). 7. Surrounding Linkage Routes One-day tour route: Pingba Cherry Blossom Garden → Hongfeng Lake Scenic Area (cruise) → Qingyan Ancient Town (overnight). Two-day tour extension: Day 1: Pingba Cherry Blossoms + Tianlong Tunbao (a living fossil of Han culture in the Ming Dynasty); Day 2: Huangguoshu Waterfall (moderate water volume in March, few people and beautiful scenery). Note: [ServiceBell] There is no gas station in the scenic area, so you need to fill up the gas in advance if you drive. To protect the environment, do not pick or break branches of flowers, and take the garbage out of the park. For real-time flower conditions, please follow the "Gui'an Cherry Blossom Park Management Platform" official account. Ten thousand acres of cherry blossoms are like clouds and snow, and the spring breeze blows the petals down in all colors. Come to Pingba to start your cherry blossom adventure! 🌸