Wencheng Baizhangji Hiking Guide

Baizhangji 2-Day 1-Night Summer Hiking Guide (Budget 2000 RMB)
Target Audience: Young travelers who love nature and hiking, seeking cost-effectiveness and in-depth experiences.
Trip Highlights:

Immersive Nature: Explore the southern Zhejiang landscape and experience the grandeur of Baizhangji Waterfall.
Light Hiking Experience: Moderate route suitable for beginners, balancing challenge and leisure.
Summer Resort: Average summer temperature around 25°C, cool and pleasant.
High Cost-Performance: Control transportation and accommodation costs, focus on experience.

Itinerary:
Day 1:

Morning:

Arrive in Wenzhou: Recommended to take high-speed rail to Wenzhou South Station (about 200-400 RMB, depending on departure location), then transfer to Wencheng County bus (about 40 RMB, 1.5 hours).
Lunch in Wencheng County: Local farmhouse restaurant, taste mountain flavors like dried bamboo shoots and creek fish (about 50 RMB per person).

Afternoon:

Enter Baizhangji North Gate: Ticket 65 RMB, recommended to buy the scenic area shuttle bus combo ticket (20 RMB) to save energy.
First Waterfall Hike: View the 207-meter drop of China’s tallest waterfall, feel the shock of the "Milky Way pouring down" (about 1.5 hours).
Second Waterfall Crossing: Experience the "Water Curtain Cave" wonder, recommended to wear non-slip shoes (about 1 hour).

Evening:

Stay at a guesthouse near the scenic area: Recommended She ethnic style guesthouse (about 200-300 RMB/night) to experience local culture.
Dinner: Farmhouse dishes at the guesthouse, try Wencheng hand-pulled noodles or glutinous rice with yam (about 60 RMB per person).

Day 2:

Morning:

Third Waterfall Exploration: Walk along the canyon plank road, enjoy the series of waterfalls (about 2 hours).
Tianding Lake Tour: Take a boat (30 RMB) or walk around the lake to feel the tranquility of the alpine lake.

Noon:

Simple meal in the scenic area: Bring your own food or dine at the tea house (about 30 RMB per person).

Afternoon:

Liu Ji’s Hometown (optional): Visit the former residence of the founding Ming dynasty statesman (ticket 20 RMB, 30 minutes by car from the scenic area).
Return: Return to Wenzhou South Station by the same route (about 2.5 hours).

Budget Details (per person):

Transportation: High-speed rail round trip 400 RMB + local transport 100 RMB = 500 RMB
Accommodation: 250 RMB (specialty guesthouse)
Meals: 50 + 60 + 30 = 140 RMB
Tickets: 65 + 20 + 30 = 115 RMB
Others: Snacks/raincoat etc. 50 RMB
Total: About 1055 RMB (more cost-effective for two people traveling together)

Recommended Gear:

Must bring: Non-slip sports shoes, quick-dry clothes, waterproof jacket, sunscreen
Optional: Trekking poles, swimsuit (for summer water play), camera

Notes:

Waterfalls are most spectacular during the rainy season (June-August), but watch out for slippery conditions
Signal is weak inside the scenic area, it is recommended to download offline maps in advance
The last bus back to Wenzhou is around 17:00, plan your time accordingly
The She ethnic "March 3rd" festival and other holidays offer more special cultural experiences

Optional Upgrades:

Stay at Tianding Lake Resort inside the scenic area (about 500 RMB/night)
Experience canyon rafting (open in summer, about 100 RMB/person)
Taste the Bowen Family Banquet (Ming dynasty official cuisine, reservation required)

This itinerary leaves ample room within the 2000 RMB budget and can be adjusted based on actual accommodation standards and transportation choices. Photography enthusiasts are advised to get up early on the second day to capture the waterfalls in the morning mist.