Shengsi Archipelago | Healing Island Travel Guide

The highly requested Shengsi Archipelago travel guide is here! This stunning island in the northern Zhoushan Archipelago boasts crystal-clear blue seas, golden sandy beaches, and quaint fishing villages. Every snapshot looks like a postcard, making it the perfect choice to relax your body and mind and get close to nature!

🚗 Transportation
Friends from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai can choose to drive to Shenjiawan Passenger Terminal and then take a ferry to Shengsi Island. You can also buy a combined bus and ferry ticket at the Shanghai Nanpu Tourist Distribution Center for direct access. The ferry ride takes about 1.5 hours, offering unbeatable sea views along the way—your heart will start fluttering even before you set foot on the island!

🏡 Accommodation Recommendations

• Seaview Homestay: We recommend staying at Shengsi Shancheng Xiye Seaview Homestay, where rooms offer a 270° panoramic sea view. You can watch the sunrise and sunset right from your bed, feeling embraced by the ocean.

• Cost-effective Hotel: Ramada by Wyndham Shengsi Changtan Hotel offers clean and tidy rooms with great value. It also features a private beach and water park—perfect for families traveling with kids!

🌟 Must-Visit Attractions

1. Jihu Beach: One of the largest beaches in East China, with fine sand and clear water. The sea entertainment options are abundant—jet skiing, parasailing, banana boats... you name it!

2. Dongya Cliff: Stand atop the 50-meter-high cliff and overlook the endless sea, feel the roaring sea breeze, and capture breathtaking photos from every angle.

3. Houtouwan: A real-life version of the Emerald City, this abandoned village is surrounded by lush greenery, full of mystery and perfect for atmospheric photos.

4. Huaniao Lighthouse: The Far East’s first lighthouse. When night falls, the lighthouse lights up, illuminating the entire island—romantic and healing.

🍱 Food Recommendations

1. Seafood Noodles: At Teacher Hou’s shop, the broth is made fresh every morning with freshly caught seafood. Toppings include razor clams, red shrimp, small yellow croaker, and other seasonal seafood—so fresh it’ll make your eyebrows raise!

2. Seafood Feast: Head to the seafood stalls in Caiyuan Town and order a full seafood set meal with live octopus, oysters, scallops... fresh ingredients with original flavors, letting you enjoy seafood freedom!

3. Desserts & Snacks: Try the molten cheese cake from Nanyang Master Chef paired with the island-exclusive sea salt milk cap tea—one bite sweet, one bite refreshing, adding a touch of sweetness to your trip!

💡 Travel Tips

1. Check the “Travel Shengsi” mini-program or the “Shengsi Passenger Transport” WeChat official account in advance to check ferry schedules and book tickets to avoid delays.

2. There are many mosquitoes on the island, so remember to bring insect repellent.

3. For those wanting to watch the sunrise, be sure to check the sunrise time in advance and set off early!