Xiapu County Travel, Ningde City, Fujian Province
Xiapu County, Ningde City, Fujian Province – the hometown of China's most beautiful tidal flats, featuring unique landscapes such as Beiqi Tidal Flat, Yangjia Stream, and Xiaohao Beach. Experience the perfect fusion of light and shadow changes and mountain-sea customs in a 2-day 1-night tour.
2-Day 1-Night Light & Shadow Coast Tour in Xiapu County
Tidal flat photography, ancient stream exploration, coastal walking, fishing island discovery
Photograph the sunrise wonder at Beiqi Tidal Flat in the early morning; explore Yangjia Stream in the afternoon to admire the ancient banyan group and bamboo raft drifting; taste Xiapu seafood at night and experience the fishing port night view.
- Hotels in Xiapu Urban Area
- Photography Homestays in Beiqi Village
- Scenic Area Inns in Yangjia Stream
- Xiapu Fish Balls
- Shajiang Oysters
- Tuding Jelly
- Steamed Large Yellow Croaker
- Kelp Seedling Soup
- Need to get up early for sunrise at Beiqi Tidal Flat, suggest checking sunrise time in advance
- Bamboo raft drifting in Yangjia Stream takes 1 hour, pay attention to sun protection in summer
- Photography suggestion: bring wide-angle lens and tripod
- Respect local fishermen's work, avoid disturbing shooting subjects
Visit Xiaohao Beach in the morning to admire the color changes of tidal flats; stroll in Dongbi Village in the afternoon to photograph sunset sea views; board Dong'an Island in the evening to experience fishing raft culture.
- Buses from Xiapu County to major towns are available
- Taxi or motorcycle to Beiqi Tidal Flat
- Take a boat to Dong'an Island from Jishi Wharf
- Driving time between attractions is about 20-40 minutes
- Beiqi Tidal Flat: Free
- Yangjia Stream: ¥55 (including bamboo raft)
- Xiaohao Beach: Free
- Dongbi Village: Free
- Dong'an Island: Free (boat fare not included)
- Pay attention to tidal time at Xiaohao Beach, more suitable for visiting after low tide
- Occupy a position in advance for the best sunset shooting spot in Dongbi Village
- Contact local guides for visiting fishing rafts on Dong'an Island
- Recommended souvenirs: Xiapu kelp, laver, dried fish
Must-Try Foods in Xiapu County
Xiapu Fish Balls
A traditional famous snack in Xiapu, made from fresh sea fish by hand beating into fish paste and kneading into balls. It has a bouncy and tender taste with delicious soup, and is a representative snack of the local area.
Shajiang Oysters
A specialty of Shajiang Town, Xiapu, with plump and tender meat and delicious taste. It can be steamed, garlic-flavored or barbecued, rich in protein, and a must-have seafood for local banquets.
Tuding Jelly
A special snack in Xiapu, made from sipunculid worms (commonly known as Tuding) by boiling and natural solidification into jelly. It has a smooth and tender taste, with the effect of clearing heat and relieving summer heat, and is an excellent product in summer.
Xiapu Kelp
A geographical indication product of Xiapu, with thick texture and crisp and tender taste due to excellent growing environment. It can be cold mixed, soup cooked or stir-fried, rich in nutrition and renowned nationwide.
- Spring (April-May): Kelp harvest, busy fishing rafts, suitable for photography
- Summer (June-August): Few typhoons, suitable for island tours, pay attention to sun protection
- Autumn (October-November): Sunny weather, rich colors of tidal flats, golden period for photography
- Winter (December-February): Fat seafood, fewer tourists, suitable for leisure
- Xiapu Fish Balls
- Shajiang Oysters
- Tuding Jelly
- Steamed Large Yellow Croaker
- Xiapu Laver Casserole
- Tickets: About ¥55-80
- Accommodation: ¥120-350 per night
- Catering: ¥80-120 per day
- Transportation: ¥50-100
- Total: ¥300-650
- How to get to Xiapu County? → Xiapu Station has direct high-speed rail, and urban area has bus connections
- Do I need professional equipment for tidal flat photography? → It is recommended to bring SLR and tripod, mobile phones can also take beautiful scenery
- Best shooting time for ancient banyan group in Yangjia Stream? → 7-9 am (may encounter scenes of leading oxen)
- What are the special souvenirs in Xiapu? → Kelp, laver, dried fish, shrimp paste