Summer Self-Driving Guide in Southern Anhui

Stream Trekking and Rafting to Beat the Heat 🚗【Route Overview】 Route: Qinglong Bay in Ningguo → Redwood Forest → Taoling Six Curves → Ink Tingxi → Moon Bay (Reverse route to avoid traffic, enter via Jingxian → exit via Ningguo) Duration: 3 days and 2 nights (Recommended to start on Friday during summer to avoid crowds!) Highlights👇 ✅ Taoling Road: Zigzag curves + cliffside sea of clouds, perfect for aerial photography. ✅ Qinglong Bay Chujia Beach: Morning mist paradise! Arrive before 6:00 AM for breathtaking views of mist, bamboo rafts, and reflections. ✅ Redwood Forest: A summer wonderland! Ride bamboo rafts through the water forest (less crowded before 9:00 AM). ✅ Moon Bay: The ultimate summer water fun! Bamboo rafting, off-road water crossings, fish catching, and water fights—perfect for families. 📝【Tips to Avoid Pitfalls】 1️⃣ Transportation Taoling Road gets crowded on weekends! Pass before 7:00 AM or take the reverse route (Jingxian → Ningguo). Test water depth in advance for water crossings; low-clearance vehicles should avoid forcing through. 2️⃣ Packing List Sun protection essentials: Hat + cooling sleeves + SPF50+ sunscreen (mountain UV rays are strong). Water play must-haves: Stream trekking shoes + 3 sets of changeable clothes + waterproof phone pouch. Mosquito repellents: Mountain areas have many insects, carry spray for protection. 🏡【Recommended Homestay】 Location: Core area of Moon Bay Scenic Spot in Caicun Town, Jingxian, right next to the stream trekking/rafting starting point, saving time and effort. ✅ Homestay Highlights 270° panoramic mountain view windows: Wake up to lush bamboo forests, open the window for a refreshing breath of nature 🌄. Free water play equipment: Water guns, swim rings, and fishing nets available for use. Summer cooling facilities: Mountain spring pool + KTV + game room + billiards, enjoy BBQ and beer parties at night. Family-friendly: Children's playground + family rooms, parents can relax while kids have fun. The Anhui-Tibet Line is not Tibet, but it hides the wildest landscapes of Jiangnan. @Ctrip Community Creation Center @Ctrip Travel Photography @Ctrip Homestay @Ctrip Travel