Complete Guide to Xiapu Sijiao Archipelago

Fujian Ningde · Sijiao Archipelago ⏰Best Season: May to September (Meadows fully green🌿｜Seagulls flocking🐦｜Miss it and wait a year) 🚢【Transportation Tips】 1️⃣ Shanhai Symphony Cruise🚢 (Must for seasickness sufferers) 🔹Price: Round trip 288 RMB/person (Sansha ↔️ Beijiao) 🔹Highlights: Three-level large deck｜Gift bag🎁｜Free parking 🔹Schedule: Departs daily at 10:00 (Navigate to "Sansha Shelter Harbor Pier") 2️⃣ Student Favorite Ferry 🔍 Search "Xiapu Sea Tour" on WeChat 🔹Price: One way 128 RMB｜Round trip 256 RMB ⚠️Summer Warning: Bring seasickness medicine💊 + grab deck seats (Cabin can be stuffy!) 3️⃣ Island Hopping Tour 198 RMB! 🔹10-person speedboat visiting 3 islands｜Dongjiao + Bird Island + Nanjiao 🔹Saves 400+ RMB compared to chartering｜1 hour per island for plenty of photos📸 📸【Photo Tips】 🌄Dongjiao Island - Shoot "Lion Peak" from 3-5 PM｜White dress + meadow = movie heroine🎬 - Squat at Emperor’s Hat reef for sunset｜Use 0.5x wide angle to blend people and scenery 🐦Bird Island Exclusive - Seagull flocks from May to August｜Hold bread crumbs to attract birds flying around - Shoot "bird waves" on reef clusters📸 (Telephoto lens essential!) 🌌Beijiao Island Bonus - Free camping at Hou’ao Beach⛺️ - High chance to see blue tears💧 (10 RMB shower at guesthouse) 🏡【Accommodation Tips】 🔥Hot pick: Senhai Beiyu - Private lawn + island hopping booking service ⚠️Book 3 days in advance during peak season! Usually no rooms available same day❌ 💰【Cost Breakdown】 💸Comfort version approx. 1004 RMB per person (2 days 1 night) - Transport: 288 RMB (round-trip cruise) - Island hopping: 198 RMB (3-island speedboat) - Accommodation: Shared room 150-300 RMB - Food: 150 RMB (must-eat seafood🦞) - Shuttle bus: 20 RMB pass🚐 💡【Hard-earned Advice】 1️⃣ Step back 3 steps from cliffs when shooting! Loose stones are very slippery⚠️ Wear non-slip shoes👟 2️⃣ Must-bring list: Sunscreen🧴 + mosquito repellent + swimsuit👙 + jacket 3️⃣ Off-peak tip: Island hop on weekday mornings｜Fewer people, private photo sessions! 👉Navigate directly to: Sansha Shelter Harbor Pier (cruise)｜Jishi Pier (ferry)