Shengsi Huaniao Island Ultimate Guide｜The Perfect Summer Escape with Kids!

☀️Who says family vacations have to be exhausting? Shengsi Huaniao Island near Shanghai is a paradise for summer family getaways! This island is truly top-tier—its bioluminescent "blue tears" outshine even those on Shengsi’s main island, and its crystal-clear waters rival Sanya’s. Kids can splash in the waves, play in the sand, and chase glowing seas, having so much fun they won’t want to leave! 🐚【Stay at the Right B&B for Half the Stress!】 We chose Luli Homestay, and it made our family trip unforgettable. 🎈The 100-square-meter lawn became our kids’ playground—swings, rocking horses, and endless fun while parents relaxed with coffee nearby. 👣Just a 5-minute walk to Nan’ao Beach, perfect for summer water play! The soft, pebble-free sand is safe for barefoot running. 🍳Breakfast includes kid-friendly meals (steamed eggs, mini buns), and dinner offers mild seafood congee. The homestay even provides children’s slippers and safety gates—so thoughtful! 🌌At 8 PM nightly, the staff leads a "blue tears" hunt, sharing fun facts about bioluminescence that leave kids wide-eyed. 🚢They handle ferry tickets and transfers, so no lugging bags or crowded docks—finally, a stress-free trip with kids! Tap below for 👨👩👧👦【Must-Do Family Activities, Perfectly Planned】 1️⃣ Nan’ao Beach Sand Play & Tide Pools🌊 At low tide, hunt for shells and crabs (homestay provides kids’ tools). The water’s warm, and mornings before 9 AM are shady and comfy. 2️⃣ Sunrise at Wuzhi Rock + Rainbow Rock Photos🌈 Leave at 6:30 AM—easy trails for little hikers. The vibrant Rainbow Rock makes for stunning family pics, plus fun geology lessons! 3️⃣ Mata Line Bike Ride with Sheep🐑 Rent family bikes (¥50/hour) and pedal past wildflowers and free-roaming sheep—kids will giggle chasing "baa-baa" all the way! 4️⃣ Family Fishing Trip🎣 Try shallow-water fishing (¥120/parent+child). Coaches help kids reel in their first fish, which the homestay can cook into soup! 5️⃣ Night Paddleboarding in Glowing Seas🛶 With life vests on, kids paddle in shallow waters, marveling as their boards light up: "Mom, I’m stepping on stars!" A summer memory to cherish. 🍲【Kid-Approved Eats (Tested & Approved)】 ✅ Luli Homestay’s kid meals: steamed fish (few bones), seafood egg custard—clean plates guaranteed! ✅ "Island Cafe" at the village entrance: hearty tomato beef pasta (¥38) and fries, perfect for picky eaters. ✅ Morning fish market: buy live shrimp (¥25/jin) at 8 AM. ⚠️ Food prices are higher, but opt for fresh seafood with mild prep for kids. 📌【Family Travel Tips】 ❶ Book rooms above the 2nd floor to avoid beach noise during naps. ❷ Pack kids’ sun shirts + water shoes (rocks can be sharp), and use reef-safe sunscreen. ❸ No e-bikes here, but strollers work (most paths are flat). Homestays lend baby carriers. ❹ Saturday afternoons offer kids’ crafts (tourist center)—shell art keeps them busy for an hour while parents relax. 🌴Drive from Shanghai in 1.5 hours (2.5 from Hangzhou). Skip the crowds—Huaniao’s slow pace is ideal for families. At Luli Homestay, wake to sea breezes and kids’ laughter. Now *that’s* summer done right!