Anlan's May Day Escape Plan
by CHEYENNE GOODWIN
Apr 29, 2025
June to August is the golden season for summer water fun in Zhejiang, China. Here are 5 perfect kid-friendly destinations that combine coolness, fun, and safety, complete with detailed guides—bookmark them now!
1⃣️ Huzhou·Anji Happy Storm Water Park  
✨✨✨ Why Go: Asia’s largest water park by area, with 10+ family-friendly water attractions that are both safe and thrilling.  
🖼️🖼️🖼️ Highlights:  
✨✨✨ Kids’ Zone: Shallow pools, mini slides, and water castle.  
✨✨✨ Must-Try: Super Tornado 📣📣📣📣 (for kids over 1.2m) and Lazy River (all ages).  
📝📝📝 Tips:  
🎫🎫🎫 Tickets: Adults ¥198, Kids ¥120 (1-1.5m).  
🏠🏠🏠 Stay: Nearby hotels (e.g., Anji Yinrun Jinjiang) with ticket bundles offer great deals.  
🚗🚗🚗 Transport: 1.5h drive from Hangzhou; parking ¥20/day.  
2⃣️ Hangzhou·Tonglu Baiyunyuan  
✨✨✨ Why Go: Natural canyon pools with crystal-clear 22°C water, less crowded and scenic.  
🖼️🖼️🖼️ Highlights:  
🍀🍀🍀 Longmen Mountain Waterfall: Wade in shallow streams and snap stunning photos.  
👨👩👧👨👩👧 Family Trekking: Hike Qinglong Gorge with plenty of shallow pools for splashing and fish-catching.  
📝📝📝 Tips:  
🎫🎫🎫 Tickets: ¥65 (includes shuttle).  
🎒🎒🎒 Gear: Water shoes, water guns, and spare clothes.  
🍀🍀🍀 Nearby: Stay at Lúcí Village B&Bs (e.g., Yanduo Mountain Lodge) and try kayaking at dusk.  
3⃣️ Ningbo·Yantou Ancient Village Drift  
✨✨✨ Why Go: A 3km gentle-to-moderate drift route shaded by trees, suitable for kids 6+.  
🖼️🖼️🖼️ Highlights:  
⏰⏰⏰ Duration: ~1.5 hours with water fights along the way.  
🍀🍀🍀 Village Perks: Shallow pools at the endpoint for more fun.  
📝📝📝 Tips:  
🎫🎫🎫 Tickets: Parent-child package (1 adult + 1 child) ¥198; book ahead.  
❗❗❗ Note: Quick-dry clothes, sandals, and waterproof phone cases are musts.  
🍀🍀🍀 Side Trip: Xuedou Mountain (summer retreat) or Yingmengli Night Show.  
4⃣️ Shaoxing·Jingling Scenic Town (Viral Fish-Scale Dam)  
✨✨✨ Why Go: Free water play at a photogenic terraced dam, just 30cm deep.  
🖼️🖼️🖼️ Highlights:  
📍📍📍 Fish-Scale Dam: Step-style currents for safe wading.  
🍀🍀🍀 Extras: Nineteen Peaks (glass walkway) and mini train rides.  
📝📝📝 Tips:  
📍📍📍 Navigate: Search “Xinchang Jingling Town Fish-Scale Dam”; no tickets.  
⏰⏰⏰ Best Time: After 4 PM to avoid sunburn.  
🍜🍜🍜 Eats: Try local dishes (snails, stream fish) on Jingling Old Street.  
5⃣️ Lishui·Jiaolong Grand Canyon + Jianchuan Flower Sea Water Park  
✨✨✨ Why Go: Combines wild canyon waterfalls with a man-made water park.  
🖼️🖼️🖼️ Highlights:  
📍📍📍 Jiaolong Canyon: Cliffside walkways and wading spots.  
📍📍📍 Jinyun Mijing Manor: 30+ attractions like water obstacle courses and rainbow slides.  
📝📝📝 Tips:  
🎫🎫🎫 Combo Ticket: ¥128/person for both sites.  
🏠🏠🏠 Stay: Jinyun Jinyun Lishé (rustic charm).  
🚗🚗🚗 Transport: 30min taxi from Jinyun West Station.  
👨👩👧👨👩👧👨👩👧 Universal Tips for Family Water Fun  
✨✨✨ Safety First: Choose lifeguarded areas; kids must wear floatation vests.  
✨✨✨ Sun & Bug Protection: Hats + waterproof sunscreen and repellent.  
✨✨✨ Packing List: Quick-dry clothes, water shoes, waterproof phone case, toys.  
✨✨✨ Avoid Crowds: Weekdays over weekends.  
Zhejiang offers endless water adventures—from parks to wild streams—there’s something for every family! Check weather alerts; avoid streams after rain. ~
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