A Must-See for Families in Qiqihar! Zhalong Wetland One-Day Tour Stress-Free Guide

Bringing kids to Qiqihar? Don’t miss “Crane City” Zhalong!

This is the hometown of the Red-crowned Crane, with amazing wetland ecology. You can also tell your kids the story of the crane-protecting girl—heartwarming and full of educational value💯

🚎【Recommended Transportation with Kids】

✔️ Bus Route 306 is super convenient:

Board at Darunfa or the train station, direct to the North Gate of the scenic area

Remember to buy a round-trip ticket for 20 yuan and keep the receipt for the return trip!

✔️ Self-driving preferred: Navigate to “Zhalong North Gate Parking Lot,” parking is easy

✔️ Taxi costs about 70 yuan one way, recommended when kids are tired

🎟️【Ticket Discount Guide】

🔸 Adult ticket 75 yuan (65 for admission + 10 for shuttle), children under 1.2 meters free

🔸 Half-price tickets for students/seniors, see image 1️⃣8️⃣ for details

🔸 I used a bank discount for two people at 124 yuan, instantly saving 26 yuan!

🔸 Boat ride 50 yuan/person: a must for kids! Passing through the reeds is super fun and saves energy🛶

🔸 Walking the loop trail is also possible, offering different views of the wetland~

🕊️【Crane Release Schedule】

Morning sessions at 9:30/11:00｜Afternoon sessions at 14:00/15:30

Arrive 10 minutes early at the Crane Viewing Platform! Waving small red flags is the signal; the release moment is breathtaking—remember to take continuous photos and videos! Afterward, the cranes strolling around are super cute, kids love it!

👶【Parent-Child Tour Tips】

✅ Be sure to come on a sunny day! Cranes don’t fly high on cloudy days, which lessens the experience

✅ Teach kids to protect animals: no loud noises, no feeding, be a civilized little visitor

✅ Bonus time: look for wild crabs by the lake; if lucky, you might see “strolling cranes” (observe from afar!)

✅ Visit the cultural shop with kids to collect stamps and buy crane-themed souvenirs; the fridge magnets are adorable!

✅ Autumn clothing guide: it’s windy! Dress kids in a light down jacket + hat, warmth first!

✅ The Wetland Museum (image 7️⃣) looks like an eggshell; come back for a second visit after it opens in the future~