[2025 Dali Attraction] Travel Guide for Xiabopeng Village (Updated May)

For the sake of sequoia trees and seagulls, it's worth coming to Dali. The Dali in winter really looks like a fairy tale. Before going, the guide said that the sequoia at Longkan Wharf is the most perfect, but there are too many people, so I came to the lower wave shed for fear of crowding. There are indeed fewer people here, the sunrise Erhai sequoia and seagulls, rent a shared bicycle in the morning and ride quietly around Erhai, time has slowed down. Shooting time: Eight o'clock in the morning Location: Lower Wave Shed Village Parking: Navigate directly to the Lower Wave Shed Village, and you can park on the empty roadside in the village.

Take a life-like photo at Erhai Lake in Dali ✌️The first ray of sunlight in the morning shines on the tree. It is really amazing. Original picture without filter mirror ✌️This morning, only my sister and I were taking some wedding photos and feeding the seagulls nearby (There are also seagulls here, but not as many as at Longkan Pier) It wasn't until I finished taking the photos that the seagulls came over here ✌️So we had enough time to pose and take photos, and then more people came There is no need to go to S Bay and Longkan Pier to squeeze in with the crowds. Xiabopeng Lake by the Erhai Lake in Dali ⛳Navigation: Dali·Xiaboting

Live shots straight from the camera! Dali has been a fairy tale these two weeks🌸||I visit Dali multiple times every year And the most beautiful season in Dali is undoubtedly autumn and winter With fiery red maple trees, dancing seagulls, golden ginkgo leaves, and blooming winter cherry blossoms All concentrated in November and December Paired with the poetic scenery of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake It truly feels like stepping into a fairy tale world 📍Location: Longkan Dock to Haishe Park section, west of Erhai Lake, Dali 📷Equipment: NIKON Z50Ⅱ + 24—70f4 + 28f2.8 🍂Must-visit stunning photo spots in autumn/winter 1️⃣ Chongyi Village Compared to Longkan Dock, this place has fewer tourists, making it more suitable for peaceful photography. However, with fewer people, there are also fewer seagulls. It's recommended to come here after sunrise to capture those tranquil and beautiful moments. 2️⃣ Longkan Dock Sunrise, seagulls, and red maple trees - this place has it all, making it one of the most beautiful autumn spots in Dali. Here, you can take in the most beautiful autumn scenery at once. The only downside is the large number of tourists, so you may need patience to wait for the perfect photo opportunity. 3️⃣ Sansheng Island A place famous for its coffee shop, with many seagulls. Although there are no red maple trees here, it's an excellent spot for sunrise viewing. 4️⃣ Xiabopeng The lone red maple tree by the lake has become the iconic photo spot here. The key advantage is fewer people and beautiful scenery, making it perfect for photography. 5️⃣ Haishe Park With a daily limit of 200 visitors, this beautiful scenery belongs only to a lucky few. Remember to make reservations at 6 PM sharp. The lighting at noon is most enchanting - don't miss it. 📷About photography A great camera is key to beautiful photos. The Nikon Z50Ⅱ camera allows one-touch switching between photographers' filter presets, making it super beginner-friendly. For this shoot, I chose Links' filter (Nature), resulting in natural, layered photos with warm tones that seem to blend the lake and mountain scenery into the images. Even using the same filter, photos taken at different times have unique stories due to changing light and shadows. The live shots from this shoot also benefited from the camera's auto-focus tracking. Before shooting, just tap the subject on the screen, and the camera will automatically track focus, making it super convenient for moving subjects and eliminating worries about focus issues. ✅✅Practical tips 1️⃣ While sunrise photography in Dali is beautiful, there are too many people. Consider visiting some lesser-known spots first, then head to popular locations after 9-10 AM when the crowd thins out, making photography more comfortable. 2️⃣ Photograph seagulls early in the morning. Once they're full from being fed, they stop flying, significantly reducing photo opportunities.

#springwander Many know the iconic S-curve of Panxi Village, but few venture further to uncover the quiet beauty of Xiabopeng. Just a short walk ahead, a breathtaking bend awaits—framed by spring's vibrant greenery and kissed by soft sunlight. This secluded gem offers a sense of discovery, where every angle feels like a secret painting. It’s a perfect reminder that the most extraordinary sights often lie just a little beyond the familiar path. 🌿✨🌄

Yunnan Travel: Dali ⏰ At 10 o'clock, have brunch by the Erhai Lake, so romantic! 🏨 At 12 o'clock, I took a taxi to the hotel (📍Dali Qiyue Fenghe Hotel) to put my luggage and change clothes. There is also afternoon tea 🍵, take some portrait photos 🚲 14:00, go out, 23°, 📍 ride along the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor Hotel - Xiaboqing Village (Xiao S Bay, few people, crooked neck tree), 13 minutes walk (see where to rent shared bicycles or shared electric vehicles), 🌳 At 15:00, we rode to 📍Panxi Village. The scenery along the way was beautiful. 13 minutes of riding (famous S Bay, many shared electric vehicles, 15 yuan/hour) You can also find a fallen tree, climb up and take a few photos of yourself in a casual nap pose. I was asked a lot about this on my circle of friends! 🚕 At 16:00, take a taxi to Haiyu No. 1 (📍Cover Bridge), or ride a shared electric car all the way up (46 minutes) 📸 17:00, Sea Area No. 1 (Sea of ​​Flowers) - Walk to the beach, there is a lonely tree 🌳 - Take photos of the dead tree by the beach - Walk to the covered bridge (you can take pictures through the bridge hole and the sea is sparkling) ⏰ At 18:00, I took a taxi to the ancient city and had dinner. Then we went to the pub to listen to music and have a few drinks.

A photo spot in Dali, Yunnan that 99% of tourists don't know about! It's a great place to take photos, so I'm sharing it with you! Location Located on the beach at Xiabopeng Village, Huanhai West Road, Dali City. Features • Unique shape: The dead trees have different shapes, some lying on the beach, some slanting into the water, and they contrast with the surrounding scenery of Erhai Lake and the redwood forest, creating artistic pictures. • Atmosphere: It gives people a sense of tranquility and remoteness, suitable for taking emotional photos, and can add a strong sense of atmosphere to the photos. Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture

|||.1️⃣ Xiajiyi Village (Images 2-4) This place is near the Caicun Pier, you can navigate to Caicun Pier and walk along the way to take photos. There are fewer people than at Longkan Pier, and you can also navigate directly to Xiajiyi Village. There's a vast wilderness here, as well as Erhai Lake, with few people and a broad view. 2️⃣ Majiuyi Village (Images 5-6) Similar to Xiajiyi, the wilderness here is also great for photography, with few people and a broad view, and there's also Erhai Lake, so no need to queue up for photos. 3️⃣ Shenzhen Bay (Images 7-8) Autumn is a great time to photograph the redwood trees, a large water forest, and you can also look across to the other side of the sea. It's also a great place to take pictures of reeds. Direct navigation: Dali Qingyao Guimu Inn 4️⃣ Xiabopeng (Image 9) This place is really Dali's second 'S' bay, mainly because there are still few people, and it's also a great place to watch the sunrise. There are many dead trees nearby. It's also suitable for taking photos with an atmospheric and cinematic feel. Navigate to "Dali Tanyu Seaview Inn" 5️⃣ Haisheng Ecological Park (Images 10-12) Haisheng Park is really beautiful after reopening, with green grass and clear lake waves, as well as the glowing Erhai Lake surface and glass walkway. Every spot is suitable for photography, but you need to make a reservation one day in advance at "Love at Haisheng Honeymoon Peninsula." 6️⃣ Chongyi Village (Images 13-14) Also a great place to watch the sunrise, with fewer people than Longkan Pier. There's a fir forest that's great for photography, as well as a lawn that looks super nice under the sunlight. Navigate to 'Moon Full Xilou Inn.' 7️⃣ Dali State Museum (Image 15) Inside the venue, there's a fish pond, stone arch bridge, red walls, Bai ethnic screen walls, surrounded by green pines and cypresses, very suitable for taking photos of new Chinese style and Hanfu, located in Xiaguan downtown. Free admission, advance reservation required. 8️⃣ Yangliu Village Meadow (Images 16-18) This place is quite far and suitable for chartered trips, but the photography is really beautiful. There are meadows, wildflowers, cattle, sheep, and windmills. It can be said to be Dali's little Xinjiang with a broad view. A casual shot is a masterpiece. However, it is recommended to go in summer when the meadows are green and very beautiful.

Sequoia seagulls!! Avoiding the Longkan Wharf and the wave shed below is also perfect For the sake of sequoias and seagulls, it's worth coming to Dali. The winter in Dali is really like a fairy tale. Before going, the strategy said that the sequoia at Longkan Wharf was the most perfect, but there were too many people, so I was worried about the crowd and came to the wave shed below. There are indeed fewer people here, the sunrise Erhai sequoia and seagulls, rent a shared bicycle in the morning and ride quietly around Erhai, time has slowed down. Shooting time: eight o'clock in the morning Location: Xiabopeng Village Parking: Directly navigate to Xiabopeng Village, you can park on the empty roadside in the village

Yunnan Tourism·Dali·Lesser-known Check-in Spot Xia Bo Peng|||Compared to the S Bay and Longkan that everyone goes to check in, Xia Bo Peng is really a hidden gem~ It's also quite close to the ancient city of Dali, and it only costs about 20 yuan to take a taxi~ There's no one constantly asking you to buy bread to feed the seagulls, no one constantly asking if you want to take a photo, and no one constantly chasing you to braid your hair~ There are only two uncles and aunts selling balloons, with no idle people around~ There are few people, no need to queue for photos, and the key point is that it's very photogenic, not worse than S Bay and Longkan at all~ You can also sit on the grass by the sea to sunbathe, and there are shared electric bikes on the roadside for cycling around Erhai Lake~ Love Erhai, have a crush on Dali

Erhai Lake | Best Full Sea View Sunrise Hotel in Haixi There are many sea view B&Bs and hotels on the Erhai Lake. But to find a good experience It’s hard not to be deceived just by looking at pictures online There are many homestays near Erhai Lake. There are activities in the soft opening of this new store in Xiabopeng However, since it has been raining for a while and the public areas are still being improved, we have to cancel the reservation. It's a bit regrettable~ This location is very quiet, the beach is clean and not noisy Every room has a sea view and you can see the sunrise in the room Even the view from the coffee shop on the first floor is great What you see is what you get. Their store is weird. Haha. The photos are taken very casually, but it still doesn't affect its beauty. The boss said that he doesn't need photography skills, it will be better than you think Xiabopeng is also a good location to watch the stars! Look forward to it! The recorder of romantic life at Dali Xiabo Suxingshan Villa Full Sea View Resort Hotel Xiaboqing