The Dazzling Gem of the East China Sea—Gouqi Island

🗺️Introduction: Shengshan + Gouqi, the easternmost inhabited islands of Zhejiang, became famous because of the movie "The Continent." The two islands are connected by the "Sanjiaojian Bridge," allowing direct car access without changing boats. The deep offshore waters are Tiffany blue, with cliff sunrises and deserted villages like the Land of Oz—every frame looks like a National Geographic cover! --- 🛬Itinerary (3 days 2 nights, leave right after work on Friday): Day1️⃣ Shenjiamen 09:20 boat → 13:00 Gouqi Island → Mountain and sea wonders overlooking the "sea ranch" → Longquan Beach wading → Ganxie sunset → Seafood street food stalls Day2️⃣ 08:00 chartered boat for sea fishing → afternoon rest → switch to Shengshan Island hotel → 15:00 deserted village adventure → 18:00 Dayuwan Beach to chase blue tears Day3️⃣ 04:30 Dongya Cliff for sunrise → 07:00 seafood noodles → catch up on sleep → 13:30 boat back --- ⛺Must-visit spots: 1️⃣ Dongya Cliff🌄: The first place in China to catch the first ray of sunlight, 50 RMB = IMAX-level sunrise. 2️⃣ Houtouwan Deserted Village🌿: One of the 28 abandoned scenic spots worldwide, covered by climbing ivy, the true Land of Oz. 3️⃣ Mountain and Sea Wonders🪨: Ming Dynasty anti-pirate cliff inscriptions + overlooking the "sea ranch" with tens of thousands of mussels, free for epic shots. 4️⃣ Longquan Beach🏖️: Free! Fine sand, few people, sunset on the water looks like flowing gold. --- 🍩Must-eat delicacies: ✅ Mussel feast🦪: Gouqi Island, the "Mussel Capital of China," charcoal grilled, steamed, or soy sauce steamed—all incredibly fresh. ✅ Buddha’s Hand Conch🐚: Wild from the cliffs, steamed with garlic paste, a bite and you’re hooked. ✅ Seafood noodles🍜: 30 RMB for a bowl with small yellow croaker + red shrimp + razor clams, broth sweet to the core. ✅ Freshly caught sea fishing🎣: Whatever you catch, the boss cooks it directly, about 150 RMB per person = yacht + seafood buffet. --- 🏨Accommodation tips: Gouqi Island: - Qianmo Seaview Inn: cliffside pool + floor-to-ceiling windows for sunset, book half a month in advance! - Waiting for the Wind B&B: 270° sea view room, rooftop terrace for stargazing. Shengshan Island: - Dongya Cliff Sunrise Inn: 5-minute walk to the cliff, owner offers pick-up and drop-off. - Mountain Ride Villa: Greek-style cave room, photos come with a built-in Santorini filter. --- 🚌Transportation tips: 🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to "Shenjiamen Banshengdong Pier," park underground at Baolong Tiandi for 30 RMB/day. 🚢 Boat tickets: Only one departure at 09:20, book 3 days in advance via Zhoushan Haixing Ferry or Shengsi Passenger Transport official accounts! 🛵 On the island: Few bus routes, recommend joining a taxi WeChat group in advance, 7-seater taxis cost 60-80 RMB per trip, carpooling possible. --- 🧡Tips: ⚠️ Private cars are prohibited on the island, folding bikes allowed🚲 ⚠️ Boat tickets + accommodations must be booked half a month in advance during peak season, sailings may be suspended during typhoons ⚠️ Mosquito repellent! Mosquito repellent! Mosquito repellent! (said three times) ⚠️ Best time to see blue tears is May to September, go to Dayuwan Beach after dark, turn off flashlights and enter an Avatar-like world! Gouqi Island

Post by Abigail Evans | Oct 11, 2025