Dongji Island｜China's easternmost island paradise, your exclusive summer romance

✨Why is Dongji Island a must-visit this summer?

- The birthplace of China's first dawn: Welcome the earliest sunrise on mainland China at Dongfushan Island, watch the sea turn golden, and the sea of clouds roll like a fairyland.
- The same artistic vibe as the movie "The Continent": The Dongji Pavilion, lighthouse, and Caibogong statue on Miaozihu Island make every shot look like a cinematic masterpiece.
- Pristine island scenery: Qingbang Island’s "Potala Palace on the Sea" and the stone houses on Dongfushan feel like stepping into a Hayao Miyazaki comic world.
- Summer-exclusive experiences: Swim and chase bioluminescent seas from June to August, spot dolphins in September and October, and if lucky, encounter the blue tears.

🚢 Transportation guide: How to reach this maritime utopia?

1. Major transport to Zhoushan ✈️Flight: Fly to Zhoushan Putuoshan Airport → taxi to Zhujiajian Wugongzhi Pier (about 15 minutes). 🚄High-speed train: Arrive at Ningbo Station → transfer to bus to Zhujiajian Wugongzhi Pier (about 2 hours). 🚌Self-drive: Navigate to Zhujiajian Wugongzhi Pier (parking fee 50 RMB/day).
2. Ferry to the island
- Outbound: Wugongzhi Pier → Miaozihu Island (2-hour sailing, ticket 100-150 RMB, book 3 days in advance via “Zhoushan Haixing Ferry” WeChat official account).
- Inter-island transport: Miaozihu → Dongfushan/Qingbang Island (30-50 RMB per person, 30-minute sailing, tickets purchased offline). ⚠️ Note: Bring seasickness medicine! Peak season tickets go on sale at 5 AM, return tickets released 1 day in advance.

🏝️3 days 2 nights itinerary: Unlock the ultimate romance of Dongji Island

Day 1: Miaozihu Island · A blend of art and local life

- Morning: Rent an electric scooter (50 RMB/hour) after landing for a round-island tour, check in at Dongji Pavilion and lighthouse from "The Continent," stroll on the natural stone beach listening to the waves.
- Afternoon: Explore the Caibogong statue, climb for a panoramic island view, enjoy seafood noodles (30 RMB/bowl) at “Jidao Mianzhan” while waiting for a sea sunset.
- Overnight: Stay at a sea view guesthouse on Miaozihu Island (e.g., “Dongji Island Nest”), lie in bed and watch the stars.

Day 2: Dongfushan Island · Chase China’s first dawn

- Early morning: Depart at 5 AM to hike to the “New Century First Ray of Sunshine Observation Point,” watch the sun leap from the horizon, clouds rolling like golden silk.
- Morning: Hike around the island to Elephant Trunk Peak → stone houses, visit the cliff road from "The Continent," and possibly spot wild chank shells.
- Afternoon: Return to Miaozihu Island, wait for the bioluminescent sea on the terrace of the “First Ray of Sunshine of Dongji” guesthouse at dusk (high season).

Day 3: Qingbang Island · Explore the Potala Palace on the Sea

- Morning: Take a boat to Qingbang Island, explore “Child Cave,” collect shells at low tide, visit the old fishermen’s street.
- Afternoon: Return to Miaozihu Island, don’t forget to bring a jar of “Dongji Snail Sauce” as a souvenir before the boat trip back.

🍤 Food list: Pack the flavors of Dongji Island’s sea

- Must-try seafood: Scallion oil swimming crab (fattest from August to October), steamed hairtail fish, salt and pepper mantis shrimp; recommended at “A Jun Food Stall” and “Jidao Mianzhan.”
- Carb feast: Seafood fried rice cakes (30 RMB), seafood noodles (40 RMB), the broth is so fresh you’ll lick the bowl!
- Hidden delicacies: Chank shells dipped in soy sauce, Dongji snail sauce perfect for mixing with rice, only available at local fishermen’s homes.

🏡 Accommodation recommendations: Fall asleep to the sound of waves

- Miaozihu Island:
- Luxury pick: “Dongji International Youth Hostel,” sea view terrace + coffee bar, about 150 RMB per person.
- Budget option: “Dongji Fishermen’s Home,” owner helps book ferry tickets, about 80 RMB per person.
- Dongfushan Island:
- Cloud experience at “Dongfushan Yunwu Mountain Villa,” sea view from the window, sunrise wake-up service.

💡 Hot tips

1. Outfit: Bright-colored long dress + straw hat, photo success rate 200%!
2. Avoid pitfalls: Cash only on the island, prepare 500 RMB in advance; bottled water 5 RMB/bottle, bring empty bottles to fill with seawater.
3. Environmental protection: Take your trash with you, protect the “Glass Sea” water quality.
4. Hidden activities: Overnight on Dongfushan for stargazing, or rent a fishing boat for sea fishing (100 RMB/person).

📅 Best travel period: May to October (avoid typhoon season, swimming possible in July and August)

🎒 Essentials: Sunscreen (SPF50+), seasickness medicine, mosquito repellent, power bank (no rental on the island)

“The sea of Dongji Island is God’s spilled palette.”

This summer, escape the city noise and dream of islands, sunrises, and freedom on Dongji Island! 🌊