Jiamusi-Jixi-Mudanjiang 8-Day Tour: I didn't expect it to be even more intense than a breakup.
by Carter Michael Mike
Nov 19, 2024
Head to the northern secret realm of the city~🎒Save this money-saving guide!
Mudanjiang hides China’s largest high-altitude barrier lake, Jingpo Lake, and the volcanic crater underground forest. You can check them out in two days and one night for just 760 RMB per person!
🌟 Highlights
✅ Jingpo Lake: Ticket 60 RMB
China’s largest high-altitude barrier lake 🍃 The Diaoshuilou Waterfall is super stunning
✅ Underground Forest: Ticket 55 RMB
6 volcanic craters in a row 🌲 Overflowing with negative oxygen ions
✅ Authentic Food: Iron pot stew / Korean cold noodles / Rice cake
Each meal under 40 RMB per person, very affordable~
🏨 Accommodation Tips
[Mudanjiang Youth Hostel]
📍 Address: No. 20, Dongxiaoer Tiao Road, Dong’an District, Mudanjiang City
💰 50 RMB/person
[Home Inn Express]
📍 200 meters from Mudanjiang Station East Exit
💰 220 RMB/room
🚗 Transportation Arrangements
| Route | Mode | Cost |
|-------|-------|------|
| Harbin → Mudanjiang | Train hard seat | One way 40 RMB |
| City → Jingpo Lake | Bus | 18 RMB |
| Between scenic spots | Carpool | 30 RMB round trip |
Day 1 Jingpo Lake One-Day Tour
📸 Must-shoot Diaoshuilou Waterfall
Morning light 🌈 you can see a rainbow!
🌊 Farmhouse outside the scenic area serves iron pot stewed fish 👍 45 RMB per person
⚠️ Boat rides are a bit expensive, can skip
Day 2 Volcanic Crater Adventure
🌋 Depart at 7 AM! The crater is 136 meters deep
The plank road is a bit slippery, remember to wear non-slip shoes
🍢 Lunch: Korean rice sausage + soy milk
💰 Budget Breakdown
Transportation 250 + Accommodation 220
Tickets 115 + Food & Drink 150
= 735 RMB (even cheaper than 760!!)
📌 Blogger’s Exclusive Tips
1️⃣ Outfit Suggestions:
Army green windbreaker for wild style👌
White shirt for artsy shots, absolutely perfect
2️⃣ Best Shooting Times:
Morning for waterfall
Afternoon for forest light and shadow
3️⃣ Pitfall Avoidance:
Bring mosquito repellent!
Scenic area goods are a bit pricey, bring your own snacks
Don’t know where to go this summer? Mudanjiang offers you a spontaneous secret realm trip✨ Remember to save this post and you’re ready to go!
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