Jiangxi's Ultimate Rafting Experience at Dajue Mountain in Fuzhou!

Hey guys👋 Summer without water fun is a wasted summer! The secret rafting spot of Jiangxi locals, Dajue Mountain Rafting, is known as the "No.1 Rafting in East China," with a drop of 188 meters and over 30 thrilling rapids in a row, screams non-stop throughout the trip~ This detailed guide is a must-save, gather your team and get ready to get wet! Location & Transportation Guide Dajue Mountain Rafting is located in Zixi County, Fuzhou, about a 2.5-hour drive from Nanchang and 1.5 hours from Fuzhou, perfect for a weekend getaway! 1. Self-driving: Navigate to "Dajue Mountain Tourist Area Parking Lot." The scenic area has a large free parking lot, and there are charging stations at the entrance, so electric vehicle users can drive with peace of mind~ 2. High-speed train + taxi: Take the high-speed train to "Zixi North Station," then a 10-minute taxi ride to the scenic area (about 20 RMB); or arrive at "Fuzhou East Station," then a 1.2-hour taxi ride (about 150 RMB). 3. Group tours: There are day tours from Nanchang/Fuzhou (including tickets + transportation + insurance), costing around 200 RMB per person, perfect for those who don’t want to drive themselves~ 💰Tickets & Rafting Times 1. Rafting ticket: 140 RMB per person (includes scenic area entrance ticket). Book on Trip.com one day in advance to save 10 RMB! Children under 1.2 meters cannot raft; children between 1.2-1.5 meters must be accompanied by a parent~ 2. Opening hours: Weekdays rafting starts from 13:00 to 15:00; weekends have two sessions at 10:00 and 14:00. It’s recommended to arrive early! The rafting lasts about 90 minutes; including changing clothes and sightseeing, allow 5 hours in total~ 3. Must-pay items: Locker 20 RMB each (can be shared by multiple people), rafting shoes 15 RMB per pair (must buy! Bare feet will get scratched), waterproof bag 10 RMB (don’t let your phone get soaked) 🌊Complete Rafting Process Guide 1. Change gear: First go to the visitor center to change clothes, wear quick-dry clothes! Don’t wear white T-shirts (they become see-through when wet). If you wear glasses, remember to buy an anti-slip strap (5 RMB), or you might lose them in the rapids~ 2. Take the shuttle bus: After changing, take the scenic area shuttle bus to the rafting starting point (10 minutes ride). Along the way, you can see the Dajue Mountain cableway and cliff glass walkway, perfect for snapping beautiful photos📸 3. Rafting highlights: First half: Scream mode activated! Right after entering the water, there’s a "plunge," the boat dives straight into the waves, instantly soaking you! Over 30 rapids in a row, the weightless feeling is like a roller coaster. Hold tightly to the ropes on both sides of the boat, or you might be thrown out~ Second half: Water fight time in the calmer section! Everyone turns into a "water fight maniac," using water guns, buckets, helmets to scoop water... Whether you know each other or not, the first greeting is 3 buckets of water! It’s recommended to buy a big water gun in advance (20 RMB at the scenic area, cheaper online), boost your battle power💪 Final surprise: The last big drop is super thrilling, and staff will take photos. After finishing, you can view and buy photos (30 RMB each, even the ugly ones are fun) 📸Nearby Must-Do Extras 1. Dajue Mountain Glass Walkway: After rafting, you can walk the cliff glass walkway at 500 meters altitude, with a deep abyss below your feet. If you’re afraid of heights, be cautious, but the scenery is stunning! Ticket 60 RMB, combo tickets with rafting are more cost-effective~ 2. Dajue Temple: A thousand-year-old temple on the mountain top, very popular for incense burning. After rafting, go for a blessing; it’s a 15-minute hike and offers a healing view of the whole valley🌿 3. Bamboo Rafting: If you bring kids who can’t do the thrilling rafting, the scenic area offers gentle bamboo rafting (80 RMB per person), enjoy the green mountains and clear water on both sides, very relaxing~ 🍜Food & Gear Checklist Must-try food: Don’t miss the "Zixi Bread" at the scenic area entrance! Local specialties like "fried rice cakes" and "taro dumplings" are super fragrant. After rafting, have a bowl of hot noodle soup to warm your heart~ Gear checklist: ✅ Quick-dry clothes/swimsuit (don’t wear jeans, they get very heavy when wet) ✅ Slippers/rafting shoes (don’t wear sandals, they might get washed away) ✅ Sunscreen (choose waterproof! Otherwise, you’ll get sunburned) ✅ Change of clothes + towel (must change after rafting to avoid catching a cold) ✅ Toiletries (the scenic area has hot showers, freshen up before leaving) 💡Tips to Avoid Pitfalls 1. Don’t bring valuables! Watches, necklaces can be washed away by water, and don’t carry cash, use mobile payment throughout~ 2. Ladies on their period should avoid rafting! The water is cold and the ride is bumpy, don’t force it~ 3. Weekends are very crowded! It’s better to go on weekdays to avoid queues and enjoy the river more freely, including water fights~ 4. Shower promptly after rafting! The river water is a bit cold, take a hot shower to prevent catching a cold. The scenic area shower rooms provide free shampoo~ 5. Couples be cautious! You might argue over "who didn’t protect the other," but groups of girlfriends or brothers will have double the fun👭 Guys, Dajue Mountain Rafting is truly the most stress-relieving thing in summer! Getting splashed by waves, having water fights with strangers, screaming until your throat is hoarse… This kind of joy can only be understood by going! Tag the person you most want to splash, and set off this weekend~ 🌊