Hangzhou

Hangzhou Nature Escape: Xixi Wetland & Matcha Lake Tour

Price

From $180 pp excl. transport

Duration

8 hours

When

April – December

highlights

  • Ancient Wetland Serenity: Drift through the reed-lined waterways of Xixi Wetland on a traditional sculling boat, discovering the hidden temples and quiet life of “Western Hangzhou.”
  • The Fairytale Water Forest: Wander into the magical Metasequoia forest of Qingshan Lake, where emerald trees grow directly from the Matcha water.
  • Cinematic Nature Immersion: Experience a day of pure green tranquility designed for the perfect shot, from mist-covered marshes to the soaring canopy of the floating forest.

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The Nature Tour

Xixi National Wetland Park

Drift through the “lung of Hangzhou” on a traditional sculling boat, navigating a maze of reed-lined waterways and ancient ponds. Here, time slows down among hidden temples and historic villas, offering a rare glimpse into the secluded life of ancient scholars amidst the lush, marshy wilderness.

Qingshan Lake (The Matcha Lake)

Step into a surreal emerald world where thousands of majestic Metasequoia trees rise directly from the crystal-clear lake. Whether wandering the winding boardwalks or witnessing the “floating forest” from above, this is nature’s masterpiece—a breathtaking, gravity-defying landscape that feels like a scene from a fantasy realm.

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