Some Truths You Must Know Before Visiting Yushan Island in July-August Summer Vacation

Transportation • To Yushan Island: First travel to Fuzhou or Ningde, then take a ferry from Yujing Pier or Sansha Pier. Ferries from Yujing Pier depart at 9:00, 14:00, and 16:30; from Sansha Pier, ferries run at 9:30 and 12:00 on weekdays, with an additional 14:30 departure on weekends. Round-trip tickets cost about 100 yuan. • Island transportation: Options include hiking, renting electric bikes, or motorcycles. Hiking allows you to enjoy the scenery, while bikes or motorcycles offer convenience for island tours. Attractions • Tianhu Scenic Area: Features Big Tianhu and Small Tianhu lakes with clear waters surrounded by vast grasslands, known as the "Southern Heavenly Mountains". Entrance fee is 40 yuan, plus 36 yuan for shuttle bus. Hike around the lakes or climb the viewing platform for panoramic sea-sky views. • Moon Bay Beach: Fine sand and clear water, perfect for strolls and sunset views. • Dongjiao Village Glass Walkway: Offers bird's-eye views of the sea and village. Walking on the transparent glass bridge is thrilling. • Zuo'ao Village: The easternmost village in Fujian, where you can see marine pastures and dried fish on rocks. • Yuniao Village: Experience fishing village life and see dried fish on rocks. Food Recommendations • Seafood: Fresh catches like mussels, razor clams, and barnacles are available. Local seafood restaurants offer fresh catches for 50-80 yuan per person. • Seafood Noodles: Affordable and delicious, available in scenic spots and village eateries. • Fuding Meat Slices and Fish Ball Soup: Local specialties. Accommodation • Fishing Village Homestays: Budget-friendly at around 150 yuan, offering a taste of local life. • Fuding Yulv Summer Resort: Located in Zuo'ao Village, facing the Taiwan Strait with Tianhu Scenic Area behind. Enjoy sunrises, sunsets, and starry nights. Itinerary • Day 1: Take a noon ferry from Sansha Pier, Xiapu, and stay at a homestay near Moon Bay Beach. Hike the Dongjiao Glass Walkway in the afternoon and watch the sunset at Moon Bay. • Day 2: Take an early shuttle to Tianhu Scenic Area, run through the grasslands, and explore the lakes. Have seafood noodles for lunch. Visit Zuo'ao Village in the afternoon for marine pastures. Join a beach bonfire at night. • Day 3: Rent a fishing boat in the morning for fishing and crab trapping. Have your catch cooked for lunch. Stroll through Yuniao Village in the afternoon. Before leaving, buy seaweed to take home. Tips • Sun and Wind Protection: Strong winds and UV rays require sunscreen. • Mosquito Repellent: Grasslands have more mosquitoes from May to September. • Motion Sickness Pills: The 30-minute ferry ride may require medication. • Weather: Tianhu is foggy in rain; visit on sunny days. Hope this guide helps you enjoy a wonderful trip to Yushan Island!