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๐Ÿง— Rock Climbing ๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Cave Exploration โ›ฐ๏ธ Via Ferrata ๐Ÿ๏ธ ATV Off-Roading ๐Ÿšฃ Kayaking & Paddleboarding ๐Ÿฅพ Hiking ๐Ÿฎ Local Culture ๐ŸŠ Canyoneering
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About China Trailfolk

A team of certified outdoor guides with deep roots in Yangshuo's karst landscape โ€” dedicated to sharing it safely and authentically with the world.

2012
Est. in Yangshuo

China's Premier Certified Outdoor Adventure Company

China Trailfolk was founded in 2012 by guides who had fallen in love with China's extraordinary karst landscape โ€” and wanted to share it responsibly with the world. What began as a rock climbing operation has grown into China's most certified multi-activity outdoor company.

Based at West Street 114, at the heart of Yangshuo's international traveler scene, we are uniquely positioned to welcome guests from the moment they arrive. Our team speaks English, holds internationally recognized safety certifications, and has deep relationships with the local communities and landscapes we work in.

  • Over a decade operating in Yangshuo's karst terrain
  • WMAI, LNT, Rescue 3, and UIAA/CE certified guides
  • 8 distinct outdoor and cultural activities
  • Strict small-group policy โ€” max 8โ€“10 per guide
  • English-speaking team with deep local knowledge

Meet Our Team

Every guide on our team holds real international certifications. We don't hire seasonal staff โ€” our guides know every route, cave, and river bend in the Yangshuo landscape intimately.

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Lead Guide

Lead Guide โ€” Rock Climbing & Via Ferrata

WMAI and Rescue 3 certified. Over 10 years guiding on Yangshuo's limestone routes โ€” from beginner crags to multi-pitch climbs. Speaks English and Mandarin.

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Guide

Guide โ€” Kayaking, Canyoneering & Caving

Water safety certified with Rescue 3 swift-water training. Has paddled and descended every canyon in the Yangshuo region. WMAI wilderness first aid qualified.

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Guide

Guide โ€” Hiking, Culture & Local Partnerships

LNT certified instructor with deep roots in the local farming and village communities. Specialises in cultural interpretation and off-trail hiking routes.

Our Values

These aren't just words โ€” they shape every decision we make in the field.

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Safety First, Always

We hold the same international certifications as guides in the Alps and Rockies. No shortcuts, ever. See our safety standards โ†’

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Small Groups Only

Maximum 8โ€“10 participants per guide. Real instruction, not crowd management. Your safety and experience are never diluted by group size.

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Deep Local Knowledge

We don't follow tourist routes. Our guides know the hidden trails, the village elders, and the canyon sections no other operator takes you to.

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Responsible Tourism

LNT certified on every outing. We work with local communities with respect, and protect the landscapes that give us our livelihood.

Internationally Recognized Safety Standards

Certifications earned through real training โ€” not purchased. Each one represents a specific skill set that keeps our clients safe.

Wilderness Medicine

Advanced wilderness first aid at the international level. On a cliff face or in a remote canyon, our guides handle any medical situation.

Wilderness Medical Associates International

Leave No Trace

Certified LNT instructors. We follow the seven internationally recognized principles to minimize environmental impact on every outing.

Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics

Rescue 3

Technical rope and swift-water rescue certification. Our guides can safely extract a client from any technical cliff or canyon situation.

Rescue 3 International

Equipment Standards

Every harness, helmet, rope, and carabiner meets UIAA and CE international standards. Inspected regularly and replaced on schedule.

UIAA & European CE Certification
Learn More About Our Safety Standards โ†’

Ready to Explore Yangshuo With Us?

Tell us your dates, group size, and interests. We'll build the perfect adventure.

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