A Small Island in Zhejiang with Stunning Sunrise and Sunset Views!

🚢 3D Transportation Guide

1. Mainland to Island
Transportation | Route Details | Tips
High-speed Rail + Ferry | From various cities → Wenzhou South Station/Pingyang Station → Taxi to Aojiang Wharf (~10 mins) → Ferry to Nanji Island (1.5-2 hrs) | Book ferry tickets via the "Nanji Passenger Tourism" WeChat official account 3 days in advance. Bundled tickets include ferry fare, island entry fee, and bus pass.
Direct Flight + Ferry | Fly to Wenzhou Longwan Airport → Airport shuttle to Aojiang Port (1.5 hrs) → Ferry | Peak season (June-Oct) has a daily limit of 1,500 visitors. Secure ferry tickets 7 days ahead.

2. Island Transportation

• Island Loop Bus: ¥45 pass (unlimited rides for 3 days), covers 6 stops including the wharf, Dashao Bay, and Sanpanwei. Service ends at 17:00.

• E-bike Rental: ¥30/hour. Ride along the rainbow coastal road, recommended for the Dashao Bay → Sanpanwei ocean view route.

• Hiking: 22 km loop trail connects hidden coves. Bring non-slip shoes.

🏡 Accommodation Guide
Type | Example Hotel | Price Range | Features & Tips
Cliff Cave Hotel | Lost·Houlong | Off-season ¥1,800/night | Converted air-raid shelter with 270° sea views. Book 6 months ahead.
Sunrise View B&B | Lost·Sanpanwei Inn | Peak season ¥800-1,500/night | 5-min walk to sunrise viewpoint, features infinity pool.
Budget Fisherman Homestay | Nanji Island Aying Fishing Homestay | ¥400-600/night | Free wharf pickup + seafood cooking. 3 km to Sanpanwei.
Beach Camping | Dashao Bay Campsite | ¥150/set (rental) | Includes tent + moisture-proof mat. Best for Milky Way viewing (Sept-Nov).

🌅 Must-Visit Attractions & Activities

1. Natural Wonders

• Dashao Bay Beach
◦ Highlights: 1 km shell beach, intertidal zone at low tide, possible bioluminescent "blue tears" at night.
◦ Activities: Tidepooling (bring a bucket), jet skiing (bargain to ¥150/person), sunset "sky mirror" photography.

• Sanpanwei Scenic Area
◦ Top Experience: Catch the East China Sea sunrise (5:00-6:30), hike through vast "sea grassland," visit "Monkey Worshipping Guanyin" rock.
◦ Hidden Gem: Cliffside cave café with crashing waves, explore Houlong fishing village’s sea-eroded caves at low tide.

• Mazuo’ao Fishing Port
◦ Golden Hour: 17:00-18:30 for "golden boat return" photos. Sunset lights up fishing fleets—best paired with seafood stalls.

2. Cultural Exploration

• Meiling Residence Ruins: Bunker villa built by Chiang Kai-shek for Soong Mei-ling. Granite structure + bulletproof wire fence, overlooks Dashao Bay.

• Guoxing’ao: Zheng Chenggong’s historic training ground. Catch small crabs in reef crevices at low tide.

• Zhejiang Liberation Monument: 1955 landmark symbolizing "peaceful mountains and rivers."

🦞 Nanji Island’s Culinary Delights
Dish | Why Try? | Recommended Spot
Steamed Sand Clams | "Nanji’s freshest," tofu-like tenderness | Dashao Bay Granny’s Seafood Stall
Braised Yellow Croaker | Local farmed fish, sweet & non-fishy, pairs with rice wine | Nanji Hotel, Command Post Old Street
Spicy Whelk Sashimi | Best Apr-May, boiled with ginger-vinegar dip or salted | DIY processing at fishing homestays

📅 Classic Itineraries

2D1N Highlights
• Day1: Arrive at noon → Bus to Dashao Bay tidepooling → Mazuo’ao sunset → Seafood night market → Stay at cave hotel.
• Day2: 5:00 Sanpanwei sunrise → Hike sea grassland → Meiling Residence → Depart at 14:00.

3D2N In-Depth
• Day1: Same as above + beach bonfire (peak season).
• Day2: Charter fishing boat (¥300/boat) → Cook your catch → Rainbow road e-bike tour.
• Day3: Guoxing’ao history hunt → Marine Ecology Museum → Depart at 15:00.