Explore stunning beauty of Shengsi Islands
by KadeeChi
Mar 11, 2023
📌 Trip Highlights:
1️⃣ Swim at East China's largest Jihu Beach
2️⃣ Instagrammable 3D mural street at Donghai Fishing Village
3️⃣ Breathtaking sunrise at Liujingtan Lighthouse
4️⃣ Coastal bike ride along Zuo'an Highway
5️⃣ Island hopping to Gouqi Island's crystal-clear waters
🌊 Itinerary
Day 1: First Encounter with Shengsi Main Island
Morning
10:00 Arrive at Lizhushan Pier by ferry
→ Rent an e-bike (recommended rental near Jihu Beach, ¥100/day)
→ Check in at Donghai Fishing Village (seaview homestay on hillside recommended, ¥180/night)
→ Photo ops at mural street (wear light-colored outfits)
Afternoon
14:00 Water activities at Jihu Beach (jet ski/surfing available)
→ Try scallops in scallion oil at "Sampan Seafood" by the beach
Evening
18:30 Dinner at night market (seafood noodles ¥35/bowl)
→ Night tour of Donghai Fishing Village light show
Day 2: Island Adventure
Early Morning
04:30 Depart for Liujingtan
→ 5:20 Sunrise at lighthouse (bring windproof jacket)
→ Hike wooden plank road to Heshangtao viewpoint
Morning
09:00 Bike along Zuo'an Highway
→ Take photos at windmill viewpoint's S-curve
→ Shop at Caiyuan Town seafood market (hairtail/crab etc.)
Afternoon
14:00 Island hop to Gouqi (buy tickets at Shengsi Passenger Terminal)
→ Check in at Shanhai Qiguan milk tea shop
→ Swim at Dawang Beach (snorkel in glass-like waters)
Evening
18:00 Return to Shengsi main island
→ Cook purchased seafood at homestay (braised hairtail recommended)
Day 3: Free Exploration
Morning
09:00 Snorkel at Nanchangtu Beach
→ Try scuba diving (check tide schedule in advance)
Afternoon
14:00 Prepare for return
→ Buy seafood souvenirs (Shengsi mussels/kelp)
→ 16:00 Ferry back to Shanghai/Zhoushan
🏨 Accommodation Recommendations
Donghai Fishing Village Homestay
✅ Panoramic sea views
✅ 5-minute walk to beach
✅ Breakfast includes seafood noodles/fried rice
Caiyuan Town Hotels
✅ Recommended: New Century Resort Shengsi
✅ Family-friendly facilities
✅ 800m from seafood market
⚠️ Important Notes
1️⃣ Book ferry tickets 15 days in advance for July-Aug peak season
2️⃣ Bring windproof jacket for temperature swings
3️⃣ Check seafood freshness - bent crab legs indicate quality
4️⃣ Stay hydrated and bring aloe vera gel for sun care
5️⃣ Island hopping weather-dependent, consider cancellation insurance
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