From our Libo Travel Guide.
April to August is greenest and the water most vividly blue; avoid the busiest national holidays.
Two days cover Xiaoqikong and Daqikong; add a third for Maolan forest or a Shuichun raft.
Xiaoqikong is easy boardwalks and shuttle buses; Maolan is real hiking.
The pools are a striking turquoise — best on bright, clear days; overcast days look greener.
Libo has a small airport and is connected by bus from Guiyang (about 3–4 hours) or Duyun.
Yes — shallow wades, flat boardwalks and calm pools suit children; bring water shoes.