Ningxia Shapotou Guide｜Ride a Sheepskin Raft to Watch the Desert Lonely River Sunset!

Mo Gu Yan Zhi and Chang He Luo Ri Yuan are no longer just poetic images✨, the Yellow River estuary at Shapotou, Ningxia turns all of this into reality! Under the sunset, the Yellow River sparkles, sand dunes roll like golden waves🌊, and the sheepskin raft drifts quietly, as if time has flowed back a thousand years～ My first time riding a sheepskin raft on the Yellow River🐑, my heart was definitely racing at 180! Experiencing this ancient mode of transportation now is like traveling back to ancient times—simply magical! Come and get my complete guide! 🌟Recommended itinerary: 07:30 Depart from Yinchuan by car🚗 (about 1.5h) 08:00 Arrive at Shapotou Scenic Area East Gate📍 08:10 Walk to the Yellow River dock 08:30 Experience sheepskin raft drifting (30 minutes of excitement!) 09:00 Take stunning photos of the opposite sand dunes📸 09:30 Take the cable car back (offers a panoramic view of the entire scenic area) 🔥Top 4 must-visit spots: 1️⃣ Yellow River sheepskin raft drifting point (a must-try!) 2️⃣ Shapotou Bridge (super photogenic!) 3️⃣ Sunset viewing platform (incredible at dusk🌇) 4️⃣ Sand dune sliding area (fun and thrilling) 💰Cost guide: Entrance ticket 80 RMB/person (includes some activities) Sheepskin raft 60 RMB/person (purchase on site) Both self-driving and high-speed train options available～ 🏡Accommodation tips: Recommended to stay in Zhongwei city center, where you can also enjoy the night market and local food! Recommended hotel: "Zhongwei Yudu Ritz Hotel," very close to the scenic area～ ⚠️Hard-earned tips: ✔️Don’t miss the sunset in the evening! Breathtakingly beautiful! ✔️The sheepskin raft splashes water, wear waterproof shoes! ✔️Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! (important to say three times) ✔️Bring sports shoes for climbing sand dunes🏃‍♀️ ✔️Fully charge your devices, every shot is a masterpiece! ✔️Recommend booking online in advance, the on-site queue is very long🤦‍♀️ ✔️Wear bright-colored clothes for better photos! ✔️Don’t forget to eat grilled corn at the sand sliding area🌽!!! 📸Photo outfit suggestions: Red/blue or other bright colors Sunglasses + scarf for styling🕶️ 🕑Best time to visit: Mid-October (great weather) Duration: 4-5 hours