To Hua'niao Island, Dream a Dream About the Sea

- I. Best Time to Visit - May-October: Summer (June-August) is peak season with clear waters ideal for swimming, but crowded; September-October offers crisp autumn weather perfect for hiking and sightseeing. - Blue Tears: May-August nights (weather and tide-dependent, requires luck). - Avoid typhoon season (July-September), check weather and ferry schedules in advance. --- II. How to Get There 1. Route (from Shanghai example): - **Shanghai South Bus Station** → Combined bus-ferry ticket to Shengsi Main Island (Sijiao) → Xiaocaiyuan Pier ferry to Hua'niao Island (~1.5 hours). - Direct ferry (peak season only): Shenjiawan Pier → Hua'niao Island (requires booking through homestays). - Note: Limited tickets, book 3-5 days early via "Shengsi Passenger Transport" WeChat. 2. Island Transport: - No cars; walk or take shuttle buses (main attractions, ~¥20-50). --- III. Must-Visit Spots & Experiences 1. Hua'niao Lighthouse - "Far East’s First Lighthouse" (built 1870), stunning at sunset. Shuttle ride (~30 mins). 2. Fluorescent Sea (Blue Tears) - Summer nights at piers/beaches, highest chance at Nanwan Beach/Foshou Rock. 3. Foshou Rock - Eastern island boulder, ideal for sunrise photos, misty mornings feel magical. 4. Mata Coastal Road - 5km seaside route for hiking/shuttles, with wildflowers, reefs, and fishing boats. 5. Fishing Village Life - Hua'niao Village’s stone houses offer cultural immersion; try seafood noodles, crabs. --- IV. Stay Recommendations - Luxury: Wuma Inn (sea-view rooms, artsy), Luli Homestay (glass rooms for stargazing). - Budget: Others’ Home, Xiaomin Stay (near pier, convenient). - Tips: Peak rates ¥500-2000/night; book 1-2 months ahead. Some include ferry tickets. --- V. Food Guide - Must-eat: Seafood noodles, mussels, crabs, dried yellow croaker. - Top spots: Miss Wu’s Cafe (Western+seafood), Yu She Seafood (local favorite). - Note: High prices due to boat-supplied goods; bring snacks. --- VI. Tips 1. Sun & bug protection: Strong UV, pack cover-ups/repellent. 2. Cash: Some shops accept only cash. 3. Eco-care: No littering to protect the fluorescent sea. 4. Itinerary: 2D1N ideal (Day 1: Arrive+sunset, Day 2: Hike+depart). --- VII. Hidden Gems - Fishing: Charter boats (~¥200/person) for tigerfish/snapper. - Astro-photography: Low light pollution at lighthouse/Foshou Rock; summer Milky Way views.