The cruise project in Beihai Park is a classic choice for tourists to experience the beautiful scenery of the classical garden and its lakes and mountains. The following is a detailed introduction to its cruise project:
Types and features of cruise ships
Electric boats and pedal boats: Available in various options such as 4-seater and 6-seater, they are suitable for family or friends to travel together and enjoy the pleasure of driving.
Rowing boats: Combining fun and interactivity, tourists can shake the wooden OARS by hand and recall the era’s sentiment of “Let’s row the boat”. Among them, the “Let’s Row the Boat” rowing pier is located on the west bank of Beihai Park, offering both power-assisted rowing and fitness rowing. The prototype of the rowing boat was adapted from the boat rowed by the young actor in the film “Flowers of the Motherland”.
Gondola: With a unique navigation method, it allows tourists to experience a “slow life” and feel the tranquility and elegance of classical gardens.
Lotus boat: With bright colors and unique shapes, it is an excellent choice for taking photos and keeping memories.
Antique-style ships: Simple and elegant, they seem like ancient vessels coming from a time tunnel, allowing tourists to experience the weight of history in a classical garden.
Dragon boat: Tourists can take a dragon boat ride to leisurely enjoy the beautiful scenery of the classical garden and experience the charm of traditional culture.
Large and small ferry services: Convenient travel to and from Qionghua Island Scenic Area, making it easy for tourists to visit and tour.
Wharf distribution and facilities
South Bank Pier: Offers electric boats, pedal boats and antique-style boats.
Gondola Pier: Specialized in providing gondola services.
East Coast Pier: It also offers electric boats, pedal boats and antique-style boats.
Lotus Boat Pier: Tourists can take a lotus boat here.
North Shore Boat Terminal: Offers electric boat and pedal boat services.
Dragon Boat Pier: Tourists can take a dragon boat ride around the lake here.
Large Ship Terminal: Provides large ferry services.
West Bank Pier: It offers small ferries and rowing boats, and is also the location of the “Let’s Row the Boat” rowing pier.
Lin Guang Hall Pier: Offers electric boats, small ferries and antique-style boats.
Youdaoplaceholder0 Hall Pier: Large ferry service is available.
Business hours and ticket prices
Business hours: Usually from 9:00 to 17:00. For small boats, the ticket closing time is 16:00, and for large boats, the last departure time is 16:40. However, there are also claims that the business hours are from 8:30 to 18:00. The exact time may be adjusted due to the season or special events. It is recommended that tourists check in advance.
Ticket prices: Ticket prices for different vessels may vary and may be adjusted according to the season or special events. Visitors can check the latest ticket prices on the official website of Beihai Park or at the on-site ticket office.
Precautions
Safety regulations: When taking the boat, tourists must abide by the boat rules, wear life jackets, fasten safety belts, be careful of the steps and do not run around on the boat. In cases of force 4 or above (including gusts), for safety reasons, ticket sales for cruise ships will be suspended.
Environmental protection requirements: Tourists should keep the lake water clear and not litter.
Vessel capacity limit: All vessels are limited to infants and toddlers. Please arrange the number of passengers on board reasonably.
