Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort is located in Panyu District. It first opened as a wildlife park in 1989. Today, it has expanded into a large-scale resort featuring tourist attractions, hotels, restaurants, and entertainment facilities, and was recognized as a National 5A-level Tourist Attraction in 2007.
This holiday resort is mainly composed of Chimelong Paradise, Xiangjiang Safari Park, Chimelong Water Park, Chimelong International Circus, Chimelong Birds Park, and three theme hotels. With its diverse offerings, it has become especially popular with families.
Chimelong Paradise
Overview
Chimelong Paradise, which opened on April 7, 2006, is a world-class theme park located at the heart of the resort. Covering an area of approximately 2000 acres, the park features more than 70 different attractions, Its most popular attractions include:
- The Dive Coaster – Known as the “King of Roller Coasters.”
- The 10-Inversion Roller Coaster – A Guinness World Record holder, being the first of its kind in Asia and the second worldwide after the one in England.
- The Giant Frisbee – A swinging and spinning adventure.
- 4D Theater – The advanced 4D theater in Asia will bring visitors an ultimate movie – watching experience.
- Alien Attack – The panoramic amusement project “Alien Attack” is an “interstellar spaceship”. Embark on a fantastic interstellar journey with the Iron King Kong!
In addition to its rich selection of thrilling rides, the park offers various live performances, including magic shows, acrobatics, and parades. Having once welcomed over 100,000 visitors in a single day, Chimelong Paradise is widely regarded as a benchmark for China’s new generation of theme parks.
Chimelong Paradise Map
Chimelong Paradise Tickets & Opening Hours
Book Your Ticket Now| Ticket Type | Ticket Price | Opening Hours |
| Standard Ticket | CNY 250 | 10:00-18:00 |
| Child/Senior Ticket | CNY 175 | |
| Teenage Ticket | CNY 200 |
Chimelong Water Park
Overview
Chimelong Water Park has been recognized as the world’s most visited water park since 2013, consistently setting new global records for annual attendance. Spanning 400,000 square meters, it stands as Asia’s largest water park and features the world’s most extensive collection of aquatic attractions.
The park’s 2025 upgrade introduces three groundbreaking waterslides:
- Storm Double Trumpets: Featuring dual 18-meter diameter trumpet slides connected by the world’s largest transparent fiberglass flume, riders descend from a 33-meter platform reaching speeds of 40 km/h
- Twin Surfriders: Launching from the same platform, this attraction simulates surfing across 10-meter waves after an initial spiral descent
- Magnet Blaster Water Coaster: Utilizing advanced magnetohydrodynamic technology, this 440-meter course propels riders from 0 to 48 km/h through six magnetic booster segments
Beyond these new attractions, the park maintains its classic favorites including the Guinness World Record-holding 1,280-meter lazy river – the longest globally – along with award-winning rides like the tornado-simulating “Tornado” and family-friendly “Boomerango”. The park’s sophisticated water treatment system, professional lifeguard team, and subtropical garden environment continue to make it particularly popular with families, who comprise over 70% of its visitors.
Chimelong Water Park Map
Chimelong Water Park Tickets & Opening Hours
Book Your Ticket Now| Ticket Type | Ticket Price | Opening Hours |
| Standard Ticket | CNY 229 | 10:00-18:00 |
| Child/Senior Ticket | CNY 139 | |
| Teenage Ticket | CNY 139 | |
| Evening Session Ticket | CNY 139 | 17:00-21:30 |
Chimelong Safari Park
Overview
Opened on December 26, 1997, Chimelong Safari Park (originally known as Xiangjiang Safari Park) is Asia’s largest wildlife theme park, set within lush subtropical rainforest landscapes spanning over 130 hectares. It is home to more than 20,000 animals representing over 500 species – including the world’s only surviving giant panda triplets and the largest koala population outside Australia.
Pioneering China’s first safari-style drive-through zone, the park offers immersive experiences via self-drive tours, scenic train rides, and aerial cable cars. Visitors can observe white tigers in the world’s largest dedicated habitat, alongside free-roaming giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Beyond interactive encounters like animal feeding and educational animal presentations, Chimelong integrates wildlife conservation, scientific research, and public education into every aspect of its mission—transforming entertainment into a platform for ecological awareness.
Chimelong Safari Park Map
Chimelong Safari Park Tickets & Opening Hours
Book Your Ticket Now| Ticket Type | Ticket Price | Opening Hours |
| Standard Ticket | CNY 300 | 09:30-18:00 |
| Child/Senior Ticket | CNY 210 | |
| Teenage Ticket | CNY 240 |
Chimelong Birds Park
Chimelong Birds Park, transformed from the former Crocodile Park, is a vast wetland ecological theme park. It is home to over 300 rare bird species and more than 10,000 individual birds living in naturalistic habitats. The park not only showcases rare species like red-crowned cranes, crested ibises, and golden pheasants but also hosts the region’s largest flamingo population and the largest crested ibis group in South China.
The park’s large-scale “Hundred Birds Flying” display demonstrates natural avian behaviors, featuring flights of national birds from around the world. Through educational programs and innovative experiences like boat tours, visitors can witness spectacular scenes of birds taking off and gathering in flocks. The park also serves as a breathtaking photography spot, ensuring every shot becomes a perfect memory.
Chimelong Birds Park Map
Chimelong Birds Park Tickets & Opening Hours
Book Your Ticket Now| Ticket Type | Ticket Price | Opening Hours |
| Standard Ticket | CNY 100 | 09:30-18:30 |
| Child/Senior Ticket | CNY 70 | |
| Teenage Ticket | CNY 80 |
Chimelong International Circus
Overview
The Chimelong International Circus has the world’s biggest circus arena, with seats for 6,000 people. Since it opened in 2000, more than 45 million visitors have come to watch its shows. The circus brings together over 300 performers from around the world for its grand performances. It has become a famous cultural symbol, not just for Guangzhou but for the whole of China.
The show features breathtaking acts like “Sky of Destiny,” where aerialists perform a stunning display of elegance and skill under mesmerizing music and lights, instantly transporting the audience into a dreamlike realm.
Another highlight is “Fire Wheel of Illusion,” a spectacular and adrenaline-pumping act featuring death-defying performers and state-of-the-art spinning wheels that will leave you breathless. This mix of great skill, beautiful art, and thrilling acts creates a unique and world-class show.
Seats Plan of Circus Theatre
Chimelong International Circus Tickets & Opening Hours
Book Your Ticket Now| Ticket Type | Ticket Price | Performance Timetable |
| Standard Ticket | CNY 450 | 19:30-21:00 |
| Child/Senior Ticket | CNY 315 | |
| Teenage Ticket | CNY 360 |
Note: Chimelong International Circus requires a ticket for all children, including those under 1 meter, who must purchase a child ticket.
Hotel Accommodation at Chimelong Tourist Resort
Choosing the right hotel is key to enjoying your visit to Chimelong. Whether you prioritize convenience, family-friendly features, or value for money, there’s an option to suit your needs. Below is a clear comparison of the three official resorts to help you decide.
| Hotel | Value for Money | Comfort | Convenience | Family-Friendly | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou Chimelong Hotel | Medium | Best | Best | Medium | Book now |
| Chimelong Panda Hotel | Lowest | Medium | Medium | Best | Book now |
| Chimelong Xiangjiang Hotel | Best | Lowest | Lowest | Lowest | Book now |
All three hotels offer easy access to the resort’s free shuttle bus system, connecting you to all the major theme parks. Your choice ultimately depends on what matters most for your family trip—premium comfort, ultimate convenience, or the best budget-friendly option.
Chimelong Resort Visitor Tips
- If you plan to visit multiple parks, buy Combo Tickets. it’s significantly cheaper than individual tickets.
- For once-in-a-while trips, stay at a Chimelong hotel. The experience is worth it, and all hotels offer free shuttle buses.
- Xiangjiang Hotel is closest to the Safari Park North Gate, allows early park entry, and accepts food delivery to the lobby.
- Guests with high blood pressure, heart conditions, pregnancy, or who have consumed alcohol are strongly advised not to ride intense attractions.
- Book your circus seats early, as shows often fill up quickly.
- Don’t miss the “Hundred Birds Show” at Bird Park, but check the performance schedule in advance.
- Park restaurants are a bit pricey but tasty, so don’t skip meals because you’ll need the energy to enjoy the day.
- Bring a stroller if you have young children because it will make the day much easier. Strollers are also available to rent on site.
- Visit during summer with sun protection, heat relief items, and mosquito repellent ready.
- The Water Park is closed in winter, so if you go in summer, bring swimwear, flip-flops, a waterproof bag, and a towel.
How to get to Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort
By Metro
Take metro line 3 or line 7 and get off at Hanxi Chimelong Station, Exit from Gate E or D, and walk for about 5 minutes to Chimelong Metro Plaza Shuttle Bus Stop and then take the free shuttle bus to the resort.
By Bus
- Take bus 304 to Chimelong Resort Terminal Station, then take the free shuttle bus to the hotels or theme parks.
- Take bus 562 and get off at Xiangjiang Safari Park Station.
- Take bus routes 129, 303A, Panyu 109, or Panyu 163 to Hanxi Changlong Station, and then transfer to the free shuttle bus to the resort.
By Airport Express Bus
From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, take the airport express bus directly to Guangzhou Chimelong Resort. The journey takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Chimelong Tourist Resort Combo Tickets
Book NOW| Package | Standard Ticket | Teenage Ticket | Child/Senior Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Paradise + Safari Park Valid for two days | CNY 465 on weekdays CNY 510 on weekends | CNY 440 on weekdays CNY 480 on weekends | CNY 385 on weekdays CNY 420 on weekends |
| The Paradise + Water Park Valid for one day | CNY 299 | CNY 269 | CNY 269 |
| The Paradise + International Circus Valid for one day | CNY 510 on weekdays CNY 595 on weekends | CNY 480 on weekdays CNY 560 on weekends | CNY 420 on weekdays CNY 490 on weekends |
| Safari Park + Birds Park Valid for two days | CNY 380 | CNY 310 | CNY 275 |
| Safari Park + International Circus Valid for one day | CNY 550 on weekdays CNY 680 on weekends | CNY 520 on weekdays CNY 640 on weekends | CNY 455 on weekdays CNY 560 on weekends |
Difference of Three Chimelong Resorts
While all Chimelong resorts guarantee a world-class experience, they cater to different desires.
For the ultimate all-around entertainment with thrilling rides, diverse animals, and spectacular shows, the original Guangzhou Chimelong Resort is unmatched. If your dream is a romantic journey into oceanic wonders and cutting-edge technology, then the Hengqin Chimelong Resort in Zhuhai is your destination. For those seeking a serene escape into nature with a focus on safari adventures and relaxing hot springs, the upcoming Qingyuan Chimelong Resort will be the perfect choice.
FAQs About Guangzhou Chimelong Resort
To ensure animal safety, outside food and drinks are prohibited at Chimelong’s animal-focused parks (Safari, Birds, etc.), except for baby food and water. However, they are allowed at Chimelong Paradise, Water Park, and the Circus, excluding items requiring heating (e.g., instant noodles), those with strong odors, or other unsuitable foods. A variety of restaurants are available in all parks for dining.
Yes, luggage storage service is available at the entrance of each theme park.
Personal strollers are not allowed, but stroller rental services are available inside both parks.