Weihai’s zoo is absolutely amazing! Ocean on the left, fierce beasts on the right—so fun you won’t want to leave!

🐆 Weihai’s “Shendiao Mountain Zoo” is legendary! Climb mountains, watch the sea, and interact with animals—triple the fun in one day! 🌊 ------ “Oh my gosh! The moment this monkey swings on the swing, the waves just crash perfectly on the rocks!” When my friend was wildly taking photos with their phone, I finally understood the true meaning behind the Weihai saying, “If you haven’t been to Shendiao Mountain, it’s like you never came!” This wild animal world nestled between mountain and sea covers 3,800 acres of natural scenery, blending mountain climbing, sea viewing, animal interaction, and family adventure all into one day—truly a “lazy person’s” world tour! 🌳🐬 1. 🌄 The magical experience of “mountain and sea in one frame”: Explore land, sea, and air all in one day While other zoos still keep animals in iron cages, Shendiao Mountain has long embraced the role of a “geography class rep”! Walking along the 180-meter-high cliff trail, on your left is the magnificent Yellow Sea waves crashing against the rocks, and on your right, African lions lazily rolling on the grass. This magical scene of “ocean on the left, land on the right” fills every corner with surprises—one moment you’re watching a peacock fan its feathers, the next you hear seagulls circling overhead! 🦚🕊️ 🔥 Three must-visit ecological zones: 1️⃣ Fierce Beast Zone: Eye-to-eye with a Siberian tiger on the glass plank walkway, watch white lions sunbathe on 30-meter-high rocks—this thrilling “being stared down by a beast” feeling is more real than any 4D movie! 🐅 (Whisper: The glass walkway shakes slightly, not recommended for those afraid of heights!) 2️⃣ Bird Zone: Hundreds of flamingos form a pink ocean, parrots weave colorful rain curtains overhead—remember to bring some bread crumbs, and you’ll be surrounded by a symphony of birdsong and floral fragrance! 🦩 (Watch out for parrots snatching food—they have very strong claws!) 3️⃣ Ocean Zone: Stroll along the 1.2-kilometer coastline, watch seals balancing balls in the transparent tunnel, penguins waddling across the beach—this unique “land watching sea, sea watching animals” perspective is one of a kind nationwide! 🦭🐧 (The tunnel is super cool, a must-visit in summer!) 2. 🚗 Local insider “hidden gameplay”: Turn the zoo into an adventure game 1️⃣ Transportation guide: • Lazy option: 30 RMB per person sightseeing bus, stops at 12 key stations on demand—recommended to buy the “Mountain-Sea Combo Ticket” (includes ocean zone boat ride), saving effort and money! 🚂 (Last boat ride at 5:00 PM, don’t miss it!) • Hardcore option: Rent a family bike (50 RMB/hour), ride through Cherry Blossom Avenue and bamboo paths, avoid the 10:00-12:00 tour group peak for peaceful enjoyment! 🚲 (Steep slopes, not for the weak!) • Hidden route: Take the trail behind “Monkey Mountain” uphill to discover an undeveloped viewing platform—photos of cliff and sea views here will blow up your social feed! 📸 (Signs are unclear, better go with a buddy!) 2️⃣ Animal interaction tips: • Giraffe Restaurant: For 30 RMB, buy a carrot set and experience the amazing feeling of a giraffe licking your hand (hold the food high, they’ll “bow” to thank you)! 🦒 (Break carrots into small pieces to avoid choking!) • Fierce Beast Feeding Zone: Under professional staff guidance, feed white tigers chicken with special tongs—this heart-pounding experience is best saved for the latter part of your visit! 🐅 (Hold your phone tight, don’t get scared by the tiger!) • Ocean Tunnel: Dolphin show at 3 PM, arrive 20 minutes early to get interactive seats; after the show, pay 80 RMB to try “Dolphin Rider”! 🐬 (Wear waterproof shoes, dolphins splash water!) 3. 🍔 Foodie must-know “Mountain-Sea Supply Stations”: A flavor adventure from 5 to 88 RMB 1️⃣ Best value: • At the foot of Monkey Mountain, “Mountain Wild Pancakes”: freshly made multigrain pancakes with grilled sausage (6 RMB), paired with homemade hawthorn juice (3 RMB)—the perfect energy booster for climbing! 🌯 (Eat pancakes hot, they harden when cold!) • Ocean Zone entrance “Seaweed Buns”: buns made with fresh local seaweed (5 RMB each), bursting with delicious broth when bitten! 🥟 (Careful, very hot—take a small bite first!) 2️⃣ Light luxury experience: • Giraffe Restaurant’s “Cloud Afternoon Tea”: 88 RMB set includes animal-shaped macarons and fruit tea, sitting by the floor-to-ceiling window watching giraffes eat leaves feels like being on the African savannah! ☕ (Great for photos, taste is average!) • Cliff Café’s “Sea View Latte”: 45 RMB per cup of freshly brewed coffee, decorated with animal-shaped cookies on the latte art—perfect for social media shots! 📷 (Coffee is bitter, recommend double sugar!) 3️⃣ Pitfall tips: • Bottled water in the park is 5 RMB per bottle, better bring a 1.5L water bottle (there are drinking water points)! 💧 • Snacks like grilled squid cost 15-20 RMB, taste is average—better save room for specialties! 🦑 • Souvenir shop is best visited last; same plush toys are 30% cheaper at the exit! 🧸 4. 📍 Practical info: Local tips better than navigation 🚗 Transportation: • Self-drive: Navigate to “Xixiakou Shendiao Mountain Wildlife World,” parking is 20 RMB/day (plenty of spaces, arrive early to park in the shade)! • Bus: From Weihai Bus Station, take the “Rongcheng-Chengshantou” line, get off at “Longxia Lake” stop and walk 500 meters (1.5-hour ride, recommend early departure)! ⏰ Time planning: • One-day tour: Enter at 8:30 AM → Fierce Beast Zone → Bird Zone → Monkey Mountain → Giraffe Restaurant lunch → Ocean Zone → 4:30 PM boat return (tight but fulfilling)! • Two-day tour: Day 1 land animal zones + overnight at animal hotel (sleep with red pandas); Day 2 ocean zone + nearby Longxia Lake scenic area (boat ride to see wild water birds)! 💡 Tips: • Wear comfortable sports shoes, many stone paths in the park! • Sunscreen + hat essential, strong UV by the sea! • Bring a power bank, photos and videos drain battery fast! ------ When the sunset dyes Shendiao Mountain’s silhouette golden, and the sound of waves and animal calls blend into a natural symphony, I realize—this is not an ordinary zoo, but a wild party of “mountain, sea, and life”! 🎉 If you’re tired of the same old trips, come to Weihai Shendiao Mountain and triple your fun in one day!