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Take a boat through Puzhehei's lotus, early or late, never at noon
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Take a boat through Puzhehei's lotus, early or late, never at noon

Puzhehei lakes, Qiubei

The classic Puzhehei outing is a boat between the lotus beds and the karst hills. The lotus is at its best from about late June to August. Tickets include the electric shuttle to the pier, and boats run from 8 am to 5 pm.

What locals sayTravelers love that Puzhehei stays mild in summer, with days around 25°C, just when the lotus is out.
Cost
About ¥80 including shuttle
Time
2 hours · 8–10 am or after 3 pm
In Chinese
普者黑 游船
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Based on what locals and regular visitors share, checked against current sources · Updated September 2026. Details change — check opening times locally.