The Nansha Wetland Scenic Area in Guangzhou is a relatively well-preserved and ecologically healthy coastal estuary wetland in the Pearl River Delta region, offering a rich variety of wetland activities. The following is a detailed introduction:
أولاً, core sightseeing and ecological experience activities
Bird watching by boat and eco-tours
Cruise route: Take a sightseeing boat to travel through core areas such as mangroves, reed marshes and lotus ponds, and observe national first and second-class protected animals such as egrets and herons up close. The ship is equipped with a guide who introduces the mangrove ecosystem, the migration patterns of migratory birds and ecological protection knowledge.
Hiking exploration: Hike along the land trails such as the Nine-Bend Lotus Bridge, Banyan Tree Greenway, and Sea View Corridor, passing by science popularization nodes like the Wetland Science Popularization Corridor and Planning Exhibition Hall. Learn about the species of wetland plants, fish, and migratory birds through graphic and text display boards.
Seasonal theme activities
Spring (يمشي – May) : Visit bird breeding areas, observe the nesting and brooding behaviors of egrets, and participate in the “Love and Protect Birds” themed study tour courses.
Summer (June – August) : Enjoy the blooming of thousands of acres of lotus flowers, participate in the “Lotus Charm Culture Festival”, and experience activities such as lotus picking and lotus-scented handicrafts.
Autumn (سبتمبر – نوفمبر) : Stroll through the reed maze, capture the scene of reed catkins and falling snow, and participate in the “Wetland Photography Competition”.
Winter (December – February) : Observe the wintering spectacle of migratory birds, document rare species such as the black-faced spoonbill and the black-billed gull, and participate in the “Bird Watching and Protection Volunteer” campaign.
ثانية, distinctive leisure and sports programs
The theme campaign of “Wetland Games · Ecology Together”
Fun sports levels: Set up sports such as golf swing, football, basketball, hockey, and frisbee in a wetland environment, combined with ecological knowledge quizzes. على سبيل المثال, observe egrets skimming over the water in the distance while swinging at the “Golf Station”, and encounter flocks of egrets flying when challenging the frisbee to break through the sky at the “Frisbee Station”.
Camping experience: Set up tents at the “Egret” campsite in the Sea View Garden and the South Gate Square. During the day, participate in parent-child football matches and basketball competitions. At night, watch the starry sky and migratory birds returning to their nests under the sky.
Nature education and study tour practice
Nature School Courses: Relying on the Wetland Nature School, we offer theme courses such as “Exploring Mangroves”, “The Migration Code of Migratory Birds”, و “Wetland Ecological Chain”. Through methods like observing plankton under a microscope, making plant specimens, and simulating the migration routes of migratory birds, we cultivate scientific thinking and environmental awareness.
Artistic creation: Along the Art Bridge Nature Education Trail (over 600 meters in total length, مشتمل 400 meters of plank roads), create wet-themed paintings, photographs or handicrafts through art installations such as painting, sculpture and popular science books.
ثالث, parent-child and cultural experience activities
Parent-child interaction project
Wetland Treasure Hunt: Search for ecological elements such as wetland plants, birds, and insects based on the task cards, and complete the check-in and stamp collection (collecting 6 stamps can be exchanged for wetland cultural and creative products).
Danjia Culture Experience: Board a Danjia gondola, learn traditional fishing songs, weave fishing nets, and taste local delicacies such as freshly caught river fish hot pot, mugwort rice cakes, and Xianshui Jiao.
Science popularization education and cultural festivals
Science Popularization Education Base: As a “Science Popularization Education Base of Guangdong Province” and a “Research and Practice Education Base for Primary and Secondary School Students of Guangzhou City”, it offers lectures and experimental courses on themes such as wetland ecosystems and migratory bird protection.
Festival activities: Participate in special events such as the “Wetland Culture Festival”, “Lotus Festival”, و “Bird Watching Festival”, watch the migratory bird release ceremony, wetland ecological stage plays, and experience intangible cultural heritage skills.
رابع, practical information and precautions
Opening hours and tickets
ساعات العمل: 09:00-17:30 every day (Entry stops at 17:00).
Admission: 40 yuan for adults, 20 yuan for children/students/seniors, and boat tickets are charged separately. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance through the official platform to avoid queuing on site.
Transportation Guide
By car: Navigate to “Nansha Wetland Scenic Area”. The parking lot is divided into the east area (60 parking Spaces) and the west area (1,000 parking Spaces). The charge for small cars is 5 yuan per time, and for buses and minibuses, it is 10 yuan per time.
Public transportation
Take Guangzhou Metro Line 4 to Jiaomen Station → transfer to G1 Road in Nansha → Nansha Wetland Scenic Area;
Exit C/D of Wanqingsha Station on Guangzhou Metro Line 18 → Transfer to Nansha Route 25 or Nansha Tourist Route 1 → Nansha Wetland Scenic Area.
Shenzhen direction: Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge → Nansha Link Line Nansha South Ramp Toll Station (Exit) → Nansha Wetland Scenic Area.
Tour Tips
Best arrival time: It is recommended to arrive at the East Gate before 8:00 to avoid the peak hours of tour groups. There are sufficient parking Spaces and the morning light is suitable for taking photos.
Equipment suggestions: Bring a telescope, a telephoto lens, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, light rain gear, and wear anti-slip sports shoes.
Environmental protection tip: Practice the concept of “Traceless Movement”, sort garbage for disposal, do not feed or disturb wild animals.
