A must-visit for summer family fun! Complete guide to parent-child adventures at Shapotou, enjoy the desert and Yellow River all in one trip!

🌍 The magical collision of desert and Yellow River—this summer, bring your kids to Shapotou for a "less crowded, beautiful scenery + zero pitfalls" family trip! Just returned from a hands-on test with kids, here’s a detailed nanny-level guide to make your trip worry-free and photogenic✨ 🔥 Must-try activities recommended ✅ Yellow River Area: Thrills and cultural experiences combined • Yellow River Zipline (ages 10+): Cross the Yellow River 800 meters high in the air, kids can see the full "Great Bend of the Yellow River" and shout like little warriors, "I'm flying!" Children under 1.2m must be accompanied by staff, safety rating five stars. • Sheepskin Rafting (ages 6+): Traditional river crossing tool, the boatman sings folk songs while rowing. When Yellow River water splashes on their faces, kids get excited and clap the water, humming along to the "hey yo hey yo" tune, creating a full atmosphere. • 100-meter Sand Sliding: Sit on the same board with your child, hold the brake lever and rush down from the top of the sand dune. The wind and laughter mix together, and you can build a sandcastle at the bottom as a "victory badge." Even the free sand sliding area can be enjoyed for two hours. ✅ Desert Area: Childhood fun meets wild adventure • Desert Surfing Car (ages 8+): Dash down more than 20 sand dunes. Before boarding, kids confidently promise to be brave, but during the ride, they cling tightly to mom and scream. The weightlessness feels like a roller coaster, and sand waves splashing on the car windows feel like watching a 3D movie. • Camel Riding (ages 5+): Recreates the Silk Road caravan scene. The camel shakes a bit when standing up, so remind kids to hold the handrails firmly. Riding slowly through the desert, kids touch the soft camel hair and say "so soft," and even imitate camel "moo moo" sounds. • Desert Flying: Rise halfway up to overlook the entire desert panorama. Kids instantly become "desert commanders," pointing to the distance and shouting, "Mom, look! There’s a green island in the desert!" The contrast between desert and oasis is stunning. 🎡 Limited-time events • International Fireworks Show (every Saturday and Sunday in August): A visual feast created by Liuyang Fireworks Factory, with synchronized drone performances. The desert night sky lights up with brilliant fireworks. The whole family can make wishes under the starry sky, with romance levels off the charts. 🏨 Featured accommodations • Desert Star Hotel: High-end desert camping experience. At night, participate in stargazing with professional telescopes to explore the mysteries of the universe with your kids. Watch the sunrise among the dunes in the morning, feeling like you’re on Mars. • Yellow River Hostel Cluster: Unique homestay collection offering pottery making, sheep milking, and other activities to bring kids closer to nature. Fall asleep to the sound of the Yellow River waves at night, and watch the immersive "Shapotou Grand Ceremony" performance to learn about desert control history and folk culture. • Sand Ship Camping Hotel: Cost-effective choice with exclusive 90,000㎡ desert views. Offers family tents and bonfire parties. Kids can run freely on the sand and experience real desert life. 💡 Practical tips to avoid pitfalls • Transportation: Public bus costs 5 yuan directly to the scenic area; don’t trust black-market drivers charging 30 yuan for "direct" rides. For self-driving, navigate to "Time-Space Gate," depart before 8 AM to avoid peak hours and secure a good parking spot. • Tickets: Free for children under 1.2m; half-price for some activities for kids between 1-1.2m. High school and college entrance exam students get free admission with their exam admission ticket, and two accompanying relatives enjoy half price. The money saved is enough for a desert hotpot meal. • Package tickets: The 299 yuan basic package is the first choice for families, including six major activities like sand sliding, sheepskin rafting, and camel riding, saving over 200 yuan compared to buying separately. Package tickets stop selling at 12:30 PM on the day, so it’s recommended to buy online in advance and scan the code to enter. • Dining: Food inside the scenic area is expensive and limited. Bring your own bread, fruit, and nuts for a "desert picnic." When kids get tired, a bite tastes a hundred times better than instant noodles. 📸 Photo tips for great shots • Yellow River Zipline: Capture the moment your child spreads their arms in the air, with the winding Yellow River and golden sand dunes in the background. • Camel Riding: Have your child pose as a "little knight" on the camel, with endless sand dunes in the distance, as if traveling through a thousand years. • Fireworks Show: Use slow motion to capture the fireworks blooming, with the whole family holding hands running in the desert. The silhouette tells a great story. This summer, bring your kids to Shapotou to experience the "screams on the Yellow River zipline + heart-pounding desert surfing + romantic fireworks show," make travel wishes under the starry sky, and create unforgettable family memories!✨ 👉 Tip: Follow the Shapotou Scenic Area official WeChat account for real-time event updates and avoid peak crowds! 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