Sijiao Islands | Wilder than Bali, More Enchanting than New Zealand!

Hidden in the East China Sea off the coast of Xiapu, Fujian, lies a secret paradise even National Geographic hasn't discovered—the Sijiao Islands! 🗻 Here, cliffs meet meadows, seagulls dance with the waves, and this comprehensive guide will help you navigate this last "wild island" of China. 🚤 Transportation Guide (Avoid the Pitfalls) 📍 Location: Southeast of Xiapu County, Fujian Province 🚢 Getting to the Islands: 1️⃣ Speedboat (Recommended!) - Dongbi Pier → Beijiao Island (30 minutes/CNY 400 round trip) - ⏰ Departure Time: 9am (Reservation required 1 day in advance) 2️⃣ Island Hopping Boat Tour - Departs from Sansha Pier (CNY 198/person) - ⚠️ Drawbacks: 2-hour journey prone to seasickness 💡 Tips: • Check the weather forecast with the captain via WeChat. • Boats will be suspended in winds of force 6 or above. • Children travel at half price (must be held). 🌟 Top 3 Must-See Spots 1️⃣ Dongjiao Island: The Fairy Mountain at Sea 🏞️ - A real-life "Legend of Zelda"! - 📸 Best Photo Ops: ✔️ Clifftop Grasslands (Running shots) ✔️ Lion Peak (Drone essential) ✔️ Emperor's Hat (Perfect sunset spot) - ⏳ Suggested Stay: 2 hours 2️⃣ Hongjiao Island: Bird Island 🕊️ - Aerial ballet of thousands of seagulls - 🎥 Photography Tips: ✔️ Telephoto lens for bird flocks ✔️ Wide-angle lens for reefs - 📅 Best Season: April–September (Seagull season) 3️⃣ Nanjiao Island: The Secret Pebble Beach 🪨 - Kilometer-long pebble beach - 🌊 Hidden Gems: ✔️ Sea cave exploration (at low tide) ✔️ Stone stacking challenge - 👟 Essential: Non-slip wading shoes 🏕️ Accommodation Guide ⛺ On-Island Accommodation: - Beijiao Island Fisherman's Homestay (CNY 150/person) - Camping (Bring your own gear) ⚠️ Note: • Basic conditions (limited electricity) • Day trips recommended 📷 Photography Guide 👗 Outfit Suggestions: - White dress + straw hat = Cliffside chic - Windbreaker + hiking boots = Explorer style - Bikini + cover-up = Beach babe 🎨 Filter Settings: • Xingtu "Little Kenting" +50% • Brightness +20 • Saturation +10 ⚠️ Pitfalls to Avoid ✅ Best Season: May–June/September–October ❌ Avoid: July–August typhoon season (Expect cancellations) ☀️ Sun Protection Focus: Back of neck! Tops of feet! (Sunburn risk) 🍞 Food Recommendations: Self-heating hot pot + electrolyte water 🚯 Environmental Tip: Take away 200% of your trash! 💡 The beauty of the Sijiao Islands lies in the howling sea breeze on the cliffs, the breathtaking sight of thousands of birds in flight, and the crisp sound of the pebble beach... Are you ready to adventure on this unspoiled, wild island?