Caramoan Budget Family Tour last part; Whole Day Island Tour Long Trip

another Philippines' best beach for my family adventure

March 06 to 08, 2015

Caramoan Budget Family Tour 2nd part; Afternoon Island Tour Short Trip 

Caramoan Island Tour (long trip) is a 8-hour boat tour to the islands far from Paniman Port. It is ideal to start this tour as early as 0800-0900H. There are minimum 4 islands to visit that includes Cotivas Island (nipa hut cottage fee PhP100), Manlawi Sandbar (highlight of this tour as this is the best sandbar I've seen in the world, regular Survivor Show venue for reward/immunity challenge, nipa hut floating cottage fee PhP150), Bugtong Sandbar (small version of Manlawi Sandbar only 15mins away) and Sabitang Laya Island (triangle shape with twin beach). I requested to add The Shrine of Our Lady of the Most Rosary (located in Tabgon which is very far from the center town, 530 steps to 26ft grotto, guide fee PhP100, entrance fee PhP30/head) to our journey, no additional charge as we just shortened the beachbumming stay in Sabitang Laya. We left Paniman Port (Caramoan mainland) at 0900H and went back around 1700H (8hr well-satisfied boat tour).

BUDGET ISLAND TOUR SERVICE INFORMATION;
boatman: KUYA RAMIL (30+ years of experience as boatman in Caramoan) (+63-907-4351962)
boat type: very decent boat with life vest, katig and cover; can accommodate 6-7 passengers
rental fee: PhP1,500 (short trip) / PhP2,500 (long trip) excluding meals and transportation from/to hotel
starting point: Paniman Port (30min travel time by tricycle from center town)
remarks: highly recommended for being kind and accommodating, offers "paluto" for island meal

We spent our 1st day for transportation to Caramoan and island tour short trip and 2nd day for whole day island tour. The 3rd day is the whole day transportation from Caramoan going home.

TOTAL BUDGET: PHP25,484 ($573) for 3-DAYS TRIP (3 Adults, 1 Senior, 2 Child)

Caramoan Budget Family Tour; Whole day Island Tour Long Trip (Manlawi Sandbar floating cottage)

Caramoan Budget Family Tour 2nd part; Afternoon Island Tour Short Trip

another Philippines' best beach for my family adventure

March 06 to 08, 2015

Caramoan Budget Family tour 1st part; from Sleeper Bus to Accommodation

“Dagos tabi!” - a warm and friendly Bikol greeting, meaning, “Please come in, you are most welcome!” 

Caramoan is a first-class municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. It is located at the tip of the Caramoan Peninsula, a rugged place of land extending into the waters of the Maqueda Channel on the north and east and Lagonoy Gulf on the south. Caramoan is both a town and a region, but it also points to the islands sorrounding Caramoan. Bring your swimming trunk, bikinis, body board, swim vests, etc, along and have food or drinks catered over. You will need a minimum of two full days to really see and enjoy this place.
http://wikitravel.org/en/Caramoan

Interesting Facts about Caramoan Town, Camarines Sur: 

Caramoan has been the site for several editions of the competitive reality television show Survivor. Survivor is the American version of the reality game show derived from Swedish television series Expedition Robinson in 1997.
1. Survivor Israel for 3 Seasons; 3 (2009), 4 (2010), 5 (2011) 
2. Survivor USA for 2 Seasons; 25 (2013) and 26 (2014)
3. Survivor Serbia for 2 Season; 2 (2010) and 3 (2011)
4. Survivor France for Season 8 (2008)
5. Survivor India for Season 1 (2012)
6. Survivor Bulgaria for Season 4 (2009)
7. Survivor Sweden for Season 10 (2010)

Survivor Caramoan Update (March 2015);
In reference to some hearsay during my visit, there will be another Survivor Reality Show new season episode tapings this coming June 2015. Also, it will be around 3-5 consecutive seasons in different countries.

Caramoan Island Tour (short trip) is a 3-hour boat tour to the islands nearby the Paniman Port along Caramoan mainland. It is ideal to start this tour in the afternoon. There are 4 islands to visit that includes  ​​​​Matukad Island (5min hike on limestone sharp peaks to see the legendary lone huge milkfish), Lahos Island, Cagbalinad Island and Gota Beach Resort (Survivor Show staff accommodation).

Caramoan Budget Family Tour 2nd part; Afternoon Island Tour Short Trip (Matukad Island hiking)

Caramoan Budget Family Tour 1st part; from Sleeper Bus to Accommodation

another Philippines' best beach for my family adventure

March 06 to 08, 2015

"A family is a risky venture, because the greater the love, the greater the loss... That's the trade-off. But I'll take it all." - Brad Pitt

My 16th family outing initiated, their 2nd visit in Bicol Region (following the Naga-Legazpi trip last November 2011), and of course, usual budget do-it-yourself itinerary from arrival to departure. Please take note I did not perform any advance booking; I just texted the boatman for island trips and the resort owner for 2 nights accommodation while walk-in payment for the sleeper night bus.

Important Tip: Depart any bus from Cubao/Pasay not more than 2000H  to arrive Naga bus terminal at 0500H; leave Naga van terminal by around 0600H so that you reach the 0800H Sabang Port, San Jose boat departure and arrive at Guijalo Port, Caramoan by 1000H. This is the ideal itinerary to maximize the Island Trip (short).

IDEAL (14hrs)		TRANSPO	FROM	TO	FARE/PAX
2000H-0500H	9hrs	bus	Cubao/Pasay Terminal	Naga Bus Terminal	₱750
0500H-0545H	45mins	tricycle/walk	Naga Bus Terminal	Naga Van Terminal	₱8
0545H-0715H	1.5hrs	van	Naga Van Terminal	Sabang Port, San Jose	₱100
0800H-1000H	2hrs	boat	Sabang Port, San Jose	Guijalo Port, Caramoan	₱120

FROM SLEEPER NIGHT BUS TO CARAMOAN ACCOMMODATION ROAD TRIP ITINERARY

March 05, 2015 Thursday
1900H ETD Home; taxi bound to Isarog Bus Terminal (Edsa Cubao) 300php
1945H ETA Isaraog Cubao Terminal; 4-adults 1-child 4,825php (1,000/adult, 825/senior&child)
2100H ETD Cubao (family composed of 3 adults, 1 senior & 2 child)
Subtotal: 5,125php

March 06, 2015 Friday
0600H ETA Naga City bus terminal (9hrs travel); tricycle to van terminal 500m away, back of SM mall 36php
0645H ETD Naga City van terminal 500php (100/pax) full pax requirement for van departure
0815H ETA Sabang Port (1.5hrs travel); 0800H boat departed already, late due to delayed Naga bus arrival
breakfast 315php; bridging fee 50php (10/pax)
1100H ETD Sabang Port 540php (120/pax, 60/children 8 yrs below)
land travel (Raymund bus) will take around 5hrs from Naga to Caramoan with php250-300 per pax
1300H ETA Guijalo Port (2hrs travel); bridging fee 50php; free van pick-up West Peninsula Villa
1330H ETA West Peninsula Villa (free transfer from/to Guijalo Port, free breakfast, free wifi, swimming pool, gym, walking distance to central town... only 2,500php for standard room 4pax, a/c room with toilet)
Subtotal: 1,491php

BUDGET TOTAL: 5,125 + 1,491 = PHP6,616
Based on the above, we made 16hrs of travel with 6 modes of transportation types from our home to our accommodation in Caramoan (taxi, sleeper bus, tricycle, aircon van, boat, aircon van).

Caramoan Budget Family Tour 1st part; from Night Bus to Accommodation (Sabang Port, San Jose)

Exploring nearby Islands of Jomalig, Quezon Province

2015's 1st beachbumming in serene municipality island of Quezon province

February 28 to March 01, 2015 

Jomalig Island is about 139 km southeast of Polillo Islands. Most of the inhabitants depend on coconut products, rice and fish. Considered as one of the smallest and farthest island municipalities of Quezon Province.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jomalig,_Quezon 

JOMALIG ISLAND BOAT TRIP SCHEDULE
- departure from Ugong/Real Port only once everyday around 1000H-1200H for 5hrs trip at PhP300 fare  

WEEK-END TRIP TO JOMALIG ISLAND ITINERARY 

February 28, 2015 Saturday
0400H ETD Home; transpo to Raymonds bus terminal 70php breakfast 250php
0600H ETD Nagtahan Terminal (Sta. Mesa, Manila), ordinary bus 180php bound to Real, Quezon province
1030H ETA Real, Quezon province; tricycle to Ugong port 15php; terminal fee 10php
1300H ETD Ugong port 300php (lunch included); boat to Jomalig Island
1800H ETA Jomalig Island; dinner (paluto to tourism officer)
2200H ETA Tejada transient house ordinary room 700/5= 140php
Subtotal: 965php

March 01, 2015 Sunday
0530H ETD Tejada transient house
island hopping; snacks 50php; dinner, boat trip & lunch 1,000php
1900H ETD Jomalig Island; boat to Real port
0100H ETA Real port; van to cubao 220php; snacks 95php
0530H ETA Cubao
Subtotal: 1,365php

BUDGET TOTAL: 965 + 1,365 = PHP2,330

Exploring nearby Islands of Jomalig, Quezon Province

Beijing City tour last part; Visiting Great Wall of China in Badaling

6 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 21 to February 26, 2015

Beijing City tour 1st part; Morning to Ming Dynasty Tombs

Great Wall of China in Mutianyu, a Great Self-Guided Solo Trip (Jan. 2013)

How to go Great Wall of China in Badaling;
Parking lot north of Deshengmen Arrow Tower - Jishuitan Stn (line 2) Exit A then bus #877 12CNY fare 1-way. Other way is via Xizhinmen Stn (line 2) Exit A. Beijing North Stn Depart (S209 1057H) Leave (S222 1621H) 6CNY fare 1-way. Whole hiking takes 2-3 hours (3.7km). Walk from Tower No.1 (main entrance )  up to the highest Tower No.8, then walk down to Tower 12 ( near Bear Garden). Pass by Bear Garden, then walk about 10mins back to the Tower 1.

I decided to book (walked-in in Qianmen near Qianmen Hostel) my Beijing whole day city tour because I am already exhausted as this was my 15th day journey across Northeast Asia which started in Japan followed by Mongolia. 

BEIJING CITY WHOLE DAY TOUR (180CNY/$30) PACKAGE INCLUDES
- pick-up (0630H) and drop-off (1700H) transportation from hotel
- entrance fees on both Great Wall of China in Badaling and Ming Dynasty Tombs 
- english-speaking guide and chinese lunch 

ITINERARY FOR BEIJING CITY WHOLE DAY TOUR
​0630H ETD Qianmen meeting place
0900H Ming Dynasty Tombs
1000H Jade Factory Tour & lunch
1200H Great Wall of China Badaling via sliding car (100CNY)
1400H ETD Great Wall
1500H Silk Factory Tour
1700H ETA Tianmen Square

Great Wall of China Badaling section is the best preserved and the most popular one amongst all the sections. It is more than 1,000 meters (3281 ft) above sea level, and commands a strategic position for transportation and defense in ancient times. Badaling, literally meaning "reach eight directions", got its name because the maze of its ridges stretches in all directions. It is easily accessible and has easy walking conditions.
http://www.chinahighlights.com/greatwall/section/badaling-greatwall.htm

Beijing City tour last part; Visiting Great Wall of China in Badaling

Beijing City tour 1st part; Morning to Ming Dynasty Tombs

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

China Train Ride Experience during Lunar New Year Week 

I decided to book (walked-in in Qianmen near Qianmen Hostel) my Beijing whole day city tour because I am already exhausted as this was my 15th day journey across Northeast Asia which started in Japan followed by Mongolia. 

BEIJING CITY WHOLE DAY TOUR (180CNY/$30) PACKAGE INCLUDES
- pick-up (0630H) and drop-off (1700H) transportation from hotel
- entrance fees on both Great Wall of China in Badaling and Ming Dynasty Tombs 
- english-speaking guide and chinese lunch 

ITINERARY FOR BEIJING CITY WHOLE DAY TOUR
​0630H ETD Qianmen meeting place
0900H Ming Dynasty Tombs
1000H Jade Factory Tour & lunch
1200H Great Wall of China Badaling via sliding car (100CNY)
1400H ETD Great Wall
1500H Silk Factory Tour
1700H ETA Tianmen Square

Ming Dynasty Tombs are a collection of mausoleums built by the Chinese Ming dynasty emperors. However, the majority of the Ming tombs are located in a cluster near Beijing and collectively known as the Thirteen Tombs of the Ming Dynasty. The site, on the southern slope of Tianshou Mountain (originally Huangtu Mountain), was chosen based on the principles of feng shui by the third Ming dynasty emperor. After the construction of the Imperial Palace (Forbidden City) in 1420, the Yongle Emperor selected his burial site and created his own mausoleum. The subsequent emperors placed their tombs in the same valley.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ming_tombs

Beijing City tour 1st part; Morning to Ming Dynasty Tombs

China Train Ride Experience during Lunar New Year Week

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Zhangjiajie Tour last part; Tianmen Mountain's other Scenic Area

I booked and paid all my train rides during this 7-days trip via walked-in only because online booking has additional commission plus requirement of hotel address where it has be delivered. Moreover, my ultimate reason was all of my preferred schedule was fully booked/not available on just a month preparation before the flight date. Even so, this was also what I did on my 1st visit last January 2013, booking directly in ticket office.

DESTINATION: Beijing to Harbin Train #2265 285CNY($46) 18hr30min overnight ride (Feb20, hard sleeper)
REMARKS: booked during Beijing Airport Terminal 3 transit. No wifi, no electric outlet, with central toilet, personal pillow and comforter.

DESTINATION: Changsha to Zhangjiajie 54.5CNY($9) Train #536 5hr30min morning ride (Feb23, ordinary seat)
REMARKS: booked during the day and time of departure. No wifi, no electric outlet, with central toilet, crowdy, lots of baggage in aisle. 

DESTINATION: Zhangjiajie to Beijing Train #536 229CNY($37) 26hr overnight ride (Feb24, standing no seat)

REMARKS: booked in Beijing Railway Station before Harbin departure. No wifi, no electric outlet, with central toilet, crowdy, lots of baggage in aisle.

China Train Ride Experience during Lunar New Year Week (Beijing to Harbin)

Zhangjiajie Tour last part; Tianmen Mountain's other Scenic Area

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Zhangjiajie Tour 5th part; Tianmen Mountain Glass Sky Walk

Tianmen Mountain, has been called “one of the most beautiful mountains in the world”. The stunning views, vertical cliffs, the fascinating cliff-hanging walkway, the glass sky walk, and the longest cable car ride, make it unquestionably one of the best national parks to visit in China.

How to go to Tianmen Mountain;
Tianmen Mountain Cable Car is just above the Zhangjiajie train station. From Zhangjiajie train station, follow the cable above which is around less than 1km away from Exit. Entrance fee is 228CNY ($37) (Off-peak season rate). This admission fee includes entrance ticket, Cable car round trip, tourist bus and insurance. Photography and video taking with monopod/tripod is permitted. 

Tianmen Mountain elevation is 4,980 feet (the highest in Zhangjiajie); people be amazed that about 40 peaks inside the mountain area are over 3,200 feet. The mountain is famous for its unique natural miracle - the Tianmen Cave; it was authorized as a national forest park in July, 1992. The door-alike cave was created after the cliff collapsing in ancient time. 

http://www.zhangjiajietourism.us/what-scenic.html

Zhangjiajie Tour last part; Tianmen Mountain's other Scenic Area

Zhangjiajie Tour 5th part; Foggy Tianmen Mountain Glass Sky Walk

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 26, 2015

Zhangjiajie Tour 4th part; Cable Car to Tianmen Mountain

How to go to Tianmen Mountain Glass Sky Walk;
Tianmen Mountain Car is just above the Zhangjiajie train station. From Zhangjiajie train station, follow the cable above which is around less than 1km away from Exit. Entrance fee is 228CNY ($37) (Off-peak season rate). This admission fee includes entrance ticket, Cable car round trip, tourist bus and insurance. Separate admission of 5CNY for glass skywalk. Photography and video taking is permitted, tripod not allowed. 

Tianmen Mountain Glass Walkway is part of the cliff-hanging walkway, and is the highest section. The “sky walk” is 60 meters long, with a width of 1.6 meters. It gives a thrilling feeling like walking in the sky. It is definitely not suitable for the fainted heart. It is interesting to see people (scared of the height) leaning against the cliff as they cross it. On foggy days, it is easier to walk across as you can see nothing below, however the thrilling feature of the walkway is lost. If it rains the day before, there is usually heavy fog at the mountain top.

http://www.chinahighlights.com/zhangjiajie/attraction/tianmen-mountain.htm

Zhangjiajie Tour 5th part; Tianmen Mountain Glass Sky Walk

Zhangjiajie Tour 4th part; Cable Car to Tianmen Mountain

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Zhangjiajie Tour 3rd part; above the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area

Tianmen Mountain Cableway is the longest mountain cableway in the world. Its cableway length of 24,459 feet (more than 4.5 miles) with travel time of around 25mins, starting from the city center of Zhangjiajie to the 'Hanging Garden' on the peak. Important; It is highly recommended to buy ticket early in the morning (0700H) because massive volume of tourist group is about to unfold everyday, taking note that winter is supposedly an off-peak season, much more if its summer or spring. I arrived on ticket queuing around 0800H and begun my cable ride around 1330H, that was 5hr30mins.

How to go to Tianmen Mountain Cable Car;
Tianmen Mountain Car is just above the Zhangjiajie train station. From Zhangjiajie train station, follow the cable above which is around less than 1km away from Exit. Entrance fee is 228CNY ($37) (Off-peak season rate). This admission fee includes entrance ticket, Cable car round trip, tourist bus and insurance. Photography and video taking with monopod/tripod is permitted. 

Tianmen Mountain Cablecar was constructed by the French company Poma from nearby Zhangjiajie railway station to the top of the mountain. Tianmen Mountain Cableway is claimed in tourist publications as the "longest passenger cableway of high mountains in the world", with 98 cars and a total length of 7,455 metres (24,459 ft) and ascent of 1,279 metres (4,196 ft).

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tianmen_Mountain

Zhangjiajie Tour 4th part; Cable Car to Tianmen Mountain (99 Bends)

Zhangjiajie Tour 3rd part; above the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Zhangjiajie Tour 2nd part; walking to Golden Whip Stream

Yuanjiajie Scenic Area becomes more popular as the Southern Heavenly Pillar inspired the floating mountains (called Avatar Hallelujah Mountain) in the Hollywood blockbuster movie "Avatar" which features some of the top section.

How to go to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area;
This place is the third park to visit inside the Zhangjiajie National Park after Golden Whip Stream and the highlight scenic area. From Zhangjiajie Bus Terminal, ride an ordinary bus bound to "Znhajiajie". the bus has no number posted, so asking locals for direction and the proper bus before going aboard is important. Travel time is around 45mins for a fare of 10CNY ($1.6). Zhangjiajie National Park entrance fee is 139CNY ($23) (Off-peak season rate) and valid for 4-days consecutive (non-transferable). Trek the 4km Golden Whip Stream trail until you reach the upward stairways with map meters away from the base. No extra admission fee and no cable car available. Photography and video taking with monopod/tripod is permitted. 

Yuanjiajie Scenic Area is a natural platform that faces giant rocks rising from deep valleys and surrounded by higher mountains. Unique in their shapes and covered with pine trees, these rocks resemble a vivid Chinese painting. Main scenic spots include: Back Garden, breath taking Mihun Stage and the First Bridge under the Sun. The foremost attractions in this area include: Back Garden, breathtaking Mihun Stage, the First Bridge under the Sun, etc. Yuanjiajie lies between Huangshi Village (yellow stone stronghold) and Tianzi Mountain (Emperor Mountain). 

http://www.zhangjiajietourism.us/what-scenic.html

Zhangjiajie Tour 3rd part; above the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area

Zhangjiajie Tour 2nd part; walking to Golden Whip Stream

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Zhangjiajie Tour 1st part; at the Yellow Stone Mountain

The main attraction in Zhangjiajie is the Wulingyuan Scenic Area, which is a UNESCO World Heritage that includes the Zhangjiajie Forest Park.

How to go to Golden Whip Stream;
This place is the second park to visit inside the Zhangjiajie National Park after Yellow Stone Mountain. From Zhangjiajie Bus Terminal, ride an ordinary bus bound to "Znhajiajie". the bus has no number posted, so asking locals for direction and the proper bus before going aboard is important. Travel time is around 45mins for a fare of 10CNY ($1.6). Zhangjiajie National Park entrance fee is 139CNY ($23) (Off-peak season rate) and valid for 4-days consecutive (non-transferable). This 4km whip stream path at the base of the mountains is the route going to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area. No extra admission fee. Photography and video taking with monopod/tripod is permitted. 

Golden Whip Brook is located inside the Wulingyuan Scenic Area of Zhangjiajie and several places of interest can be found nearby. The brook meanders its way through 3.5 miles of mountains and valleys, from north to south. Nearby places of interest include Golden Whip Rock, Purple Grass Pond, Jumping Fish Pond and Zhangliang Tomb, the park's premier man-made attraction.

http://www.zhangjiajietourism.us/what-scenic.html

Zhangjiajie Tour 2nd part; walking to Golden Whip Stream

Zhangjiajie Tour 1st part; at the Yellow Stone Mountain

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Harbin Tour last part; Inside the Siberia Tiger Park

The main attraction in Zhangjiajie is the Wulingyuan Scenic Area, which is a UNESCO World Heritage that includes the Zhangjiajie Forest Park.

How to go to Yellow Stone Mountain (Huangshizhai);
This place is the first park to visit inside the Zhangjiajie National Park. From Zhangjiajie Bus Terminal, ride an ordinary bus bound to "Znhajiajie". the bus has no number posted, so asking locals for direction and the proper bus before going aboard is important. Travel time is around 45mins for a fare of 10CNY ($1.6). Zhangjiajie National Park entrance fee is 139CNY ($23) (Off-peak season rate) and valid for 4-days consecutive (non-transferable). Cable car ride is paid separately at 118CNY ($20) roundtrip. Photography and video taking with monopod/tripod is permitted. 

The Huangshizhai Village, also called Yellow Lion Village or Yellow Stone Village, refers to a huge mountain land in the middle part of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. With an elevation of 1,080 masl, Huangshi Village is a high, magnificent and vast sightseeing platform, a high-south, low-north terrace composed of many cliffs. This place is a The top consists of more than 20 hectares, with over 10 scene viewing platforms from where one can enjoy majestic sandstone peak forests. People even say that not visiting Huangshizhai is equivalent to not visiting Zhangjiajie. Major Attractions are Treasure Box with Sealedbook, Devine Needle, Great Southern Pillar, Left Piers.

http://www.zhangjiajietourism.us/what-scenic.html

Zhangjiajie Tour 1st part; at the Yellow Stone Mountain

Harbin Tour last part; Inside the Siberia Tiger Park

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Harbin Tour 3rd part; Ice and Snow World at Night

The Siberian tiger is considered endangered and the largest felid (cat) in the world.

How to go to Siberia Tiger Park;
The only way to visit this place is to ride a taxi. From Zhaolin Street, travel time is around 25mins for meter fee of 50CNY. The road is the way going to Ice and Snow World which is around 10km from here. Entrance fee is 100CNY ($17). Photography and video taking with monopod is permitted but tripod is not allowed.

Siberia Tiger Park is located on the north bank of the Songhua River to the northwest of Harbin, occupying an area of 1,440,000 square meters (355.8 acres). It is the largest natural park for wild Siberian tigers in the world at present. The park enjoys a favorable foundation for eco tourism and splendid scenery and it is an ideal place for holiday and leisure. There are over 500 purebred Siberian tigers here, with 100 visible to visitors. In addition, visitors can also see white tigers, lions, lynx, leopards, and black pumas as well as Bengali tigers.
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/heilongjiang/harbin/siberian-tiger-park.htm

Harbin Tour last part; Inside the Siberia Tiger Park

Harbin Tour 3rd part; Ice and Snow World at Night

7 Days Solo Trip Revisiting Winter Mainland China

February 20 to 26, 2015

Harbin Tour 2nd part; 2015 Sun Island Int'l Snow Sculpture Art Expo

Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival is the largest ice and snow festival in the world. The two main exhibition areas are Sun Island's International Snow Sculpture Art Expo and Ice and Snow World.

How to go to Ice and Snow World;

From Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art Expo, walk towards the North exit (not the Sun Castle with Cable Car area) 1km away until you find the main road (with giant Ice Sculptures at the corner) with overpass. This park is best to visit at night. Entrance fee is 330CNY ($55). Photography and video taking with monopod/tripod is permitted.

Harbin Ice and Snow World is by far the largest ice and snow art exhibition in the world. It is commonly referred to as possessing four of the key 'mosts': the most art attractions, the most beautiful night views, the most recreational activities and the most forms of entertainment. Furthermore, the festival is constantly evolving and each year brings with it a new theme, providing visitors with a totally unique experience from one year to the next. One of the highlights for any visitor to the festival is to visit the site at night when multicolored lights set underground illuminate the sculptures, revealing a whole new colorful dimension to the exhibits. The contrasts of the bright and dazzling lights against the dark night sky make the works look all the more spectacular.

http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/heilongjiang/harbin/ice-and-snow-world.htm

Harbin Tour 3rd part; 2015 Ice and Snow World at Night