Customized China Tours Tailored Just for You

Attraction Ticket

Wanfo Lake Admission Ticket

Wanfo Lake Scenic Area is a national 5A attraction in Shucheng County, Lu'an, Anhui, known for its large man-made lake, 66 islands and lakeside scenery. Suggested visit duration: about 4 hours.

Lu'anSuggested 4.0 hoursManual confirmation
Wanfo Lake Admission Ticket
ABOUT THIS TICKET

Overview

Wanfo Lake Scenic Area sits in Wanfohu Town, Shucheng County, Lu'an, Anhui, about 80 km from Hefei at the eastern foothill of the Dabie Mountains. It was awarded national 5A-level tourist attraction status in 2016 and is also a national water park and part of the Dabie Mountain National Geopark. Originally named Longhekou Reservoir, the large man-made lake covers 50 square kilometres. Its name comes from a giant Guanyin rock by the lakeside; together with the 66 scattered islands, they form the view described as “Buddhas paying homage to Guanyin”. The hand-built Longhekou Earth Dam is one of the largest man-made earth dams in the world. Visitors can take cruise ships to major islands including Swallow Island, Zhouyu Island and Dragon King Island. The area preserves Neolithic relics, cliff stone carvings and stone forests, and is known for organic Wanfo Lake fish and lakeside sightseeing, fishing and hiking.

Attraction information

Attraction address

Wanfohu Town, Shucheng County, Lu'an City, Anhui Province

About the attraction

Wanfo Lake Scenic Area sits in Wanfo Lake Town, Shucheng County, Lu’an, Anhui, about 80 km from Hefei, at the eastern foothill of the Dabie Mountains. It was awarded national 5A-level tourist attraction status in 2016, also a national water park and part of the Dabie Mountain National Geopark.

Originally named Longhekou Reservoir, this large man-made lake covers a water surface of 50 square kilometres. The name “Wanfo Lake” comes from a giant Guanyin rock by the lakeside. Together with the 66 scattered islands, they form a spectacular view described as “Buddhas paying homage to Guanyin”.

The magnificent Longhekou Earth Dam, built by hand, is one of the largest man-made earth dams in the world. Visitors can take cruise ships to visit major islands including Swallow Island, Zhouyu Island and Dragon King Island. The lake maintains Class II surface water quality. Besides lakeside landscapes, the area preserves Neolithic relics, cliff stone carvings and stone forests. It is famous for organic Wanfo Lake fish and has become a popular lakeside resort for sightseeing, fishing and hiking.

Destination
Lu'an
Confirmation
Advisor-managed
Advance notice
At least 24 hours
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL

Highlights

1

National 5A Attraction

Wanfo Lake Scenic Area was awarded national 5A-level tourist attraction status in 2016.

2

Large Man-Made Lake

Originally Longhekou Reservoir, the lake covers a water surface of 50 square kilometres and maintains Class II surface water quality.

3

66 Islands and Guanyin Rock

The name comes from a giant Guanyin rock by the lakeside; with the 66 scattered islands, it forms the view described as “Buddhas paying homage to Guanyin”.

4

Longhekou Earth Dam

The magnificent Longhekou Earth Dam was built by hand and is one of the largest man-made earth dams in the world.

5

Island Cruises and Scenery

Visitors can take cruise ships to major islands including Swallow Island, Zhouyu Island and Dragon King Island.

6

Natural and Cultural Heritage

The area preserves Neolithic relics, cliff stone carvings and stone forests, and is a popular lakeside resort for sightseeing, fishing and hiking.

Opening hours

Opening hours are subject to official notices.

How to use your ticket

  • Carry the passport used for the booking.
  • Enter during the confirmed visit period.
  • Follow the ticket instructions sent by your HelloChinaTrip advisor.

What's included

  • Wanfo Lake admission ticket
  • HelloChinaTrip manual booking and ticket delivery service

What's not included

  • Transport to and from the attraction
  • Meals, drinks, shopping, and personal expenses
  • Optional guide or audio-guide services
  • Third-party payment processing fees
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Good to know

  • Address: Wanfohu Town, Shucheng County, Lu'an City, Anhui Province.
  • Suggested visit duration: about 4.0 hours.
  • National 5A-level tourist attraction; also a national water park and part of the Dabie Mountain National Geopark.
  • Located about 80 km from Hefei at the eastern foothill of the Dabie Mountains.
  • Ticket availability is confirmed manually after payment.
  • A USD 10 service fee applies to each issued ticket.
  • Please provide passport details exactly as shown on the passport.

Cancellation policy

Full refund before the advisor starts procurement. Once procurement has started or tickets have been issued, customer-initiated cancellations are non-refundable. If the supplier cannot fulfill the booking, the ticket amount and service fee are refunded in full; third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is Wanfo Lake Scenic Area?

It is in Wanfohu Town, Shucheng County, Lu'an City, Anhui Province, about 80 km from Hefei at the eastern foothill of the Dabie Mountains.

What is Wanfo Lake known for?

It is a national 5A attraction known for its 50-square-kilometre man-made lake, 66 scattered islands, the Guanyin rock that gives the lake its name, and the “Buddhas paying homage to Guanyin” view.

How long should I plan for a visit?

The suggested visit duration is about 4.0 hours.

What can visitors see and do?

Visitors can take cruise ships to major islands such as Swallow Island, Zhouyu Island and Dragon King Island, and explore lakeside scenery, Neolithic relics, cliff stone carvings and stone forests. The area is also known for organic Wanfo Lake fish, sightseeing, fishing and hiking.

Do I need a passport?

Please bring a valid passport for entry. A manual advisor will confirm your visit details.

What is the cancellation policy?

You may cancel for a full refund before procurement starts. Once procurement has started or the ticket has been issued, the order is non-refundable unless HelloChinaTrip cannot fulfill it. Third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

MORE TICKETS

Other attraction tickets

Verified by Trustindex

What Our Travelers Say

Read recent Google reviews from travelers who planned their China trips with HelloChinaTrip.