Ultimate Rafting Adventure Near Hangzhou

The ultimate rafting experience in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai is here! Just 1.5 hours from Hangzhou, dive into the double thrill of 'cliff rafting' and 'mineral water battles.'

Scream alert! We've discovered a rafting paradise where you can race down cliffs and engage in water fights in crystal-clear mineral water. A 1.5-hour drive from Hangzhou brings you to two exhilarating rafting adventures that guarantee summer fun. Here's your ultimate guide!

✨ Must-Try Double Rafting: Thrill × Coolness Combined

• Sandu Cliff Rafting｜3 Minutes of Heart-Pounding Excitement
The first 'cliff rafting' experience in China! A 1,200-meter river course built on mountain cliffs with a 68-meter elevation drop. As you spiral down in a 360-degree loop, it feels like riding a dragon diving into the canyon. Surrounded by trees and the sound of wind, you can enjoy breathtaking layered mountain views while experiencing the thrill. Even those afraid of heights can give it a try—just hold onto the handrails tightly!

• Longjing Gorge Rafting｜1.5 Hours of Mineral Water Fun
Dubbed 'drinkable rafting water,' the crystal-clear river spans 3 kilometers with 7 rapids and a 128-meter elevation drop. The inflatable rafts bounce on the waves, and every turn is accompanied by splashes of water. On calmer sections, switch to 'water battle mode'—bring a large water scoop (available for ¥20 at the park or ¥10 online) and soak your friends/team until everyone is drenched. Pure joy guaranteed!

📍 Practical Info + Tips to Avoid Pitfalls

• Ticket Options:
Single rafting: ¥170/person. Double rafting combo (includes shuttle bus): ¥268 on weekends, ¥228 on weekdays. Go for the combo to enjoy both styles in one trip!

• Park Facilities:
Lockers: ¥5/4 hours (sufficient). Free showers (bring your own toiletries). Hair dryers: ¥5/5 minutes (long-haired folks, act fast!).

• Must-Have Checklist:
👚 Outfit: Dark, quick-dry long sleeves (for sun protection and scratch prevention; avoid jeans—they get heavy when wet).
👟 Shoes: Crocs or sandals with back straps (flip-flops will get lost; countless flip-flops have 'rafted' away).
🧳 Essentials: Waterproof phone pouch (neck strap type!), change of clothes, disposable towels, bottled water (you'll need it after rafting).
🧨 Gear: Buy water guns and scoops in advance (cheaper online; scoops have better range).

Summary: Perfect for...

✅ Thrill Seekers: Sandu Cliff Rafting's 'high-altitude dive' will get your adrenaline pumping.
✅ Cleanliness Lovers & Families: Longjing Gorge's clear water is parent-approved, and calmer sections are great for kids aged 3+ to cool off.
✅ Team Building/Friends Outing: The water battle is a 'bonding booster,' and the laughter after soaking each other is the ultimate stress reliever.

From diving off cliffs into a gorge to engaging in a 'no-holds-barred water fight' in mineral water, wrap up the day with a grilled sausage and mountain breeze. This is the kind of 'crazy fun' summer in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai deserves! Don’t forget to snap a photo with 'soaked hair and a big smile' and caption it: 'Today's happiness brought to you by rafting!' 💦