#China Alligator Village Tour Guide (Latest Verification in 2026) China Alligator Village is located in Xinxing Village, Lincheng Town, Changxing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province. It is a national 4A-level scenic spot and the second largest Alligator Provincial Nature Reserve in China. At present, there are about 10,000 Alligators in the lake area. It is a niche baby walking/leisure destination that integrates popular science, ecological tourism and fun interaction. The overall play time is recommended to be 2-3 hours. 🎫 basic information (latest in 2026) 1. ** Opening hours **: 08:30-16:30 all year round (stop admission at 16:30, only a small number of crocodiles can be viewed in the greenhouse when Chinese alligators hibernate in winter, it is recommended to go from April to October) 2. ** Ticket price **: - Online advance ticket purchase (Ctrip/Dianping and other platforms) adult ticket is about 35 yuan/person, and on-site ticket purchase is 40 yuan/person; - Preferential treatment policy: children under 1.2 meters are free of charge (accompanied by adults), children 1.2-1 meters, seniors aged 60-70, and full-time students enjoy preferential tickets; seniors over 70 years old, active/retired military personnel, disabled persons, journalists, and teachers with 30 years of teaching experience are free of charge with valid documents. 3. ** Traffic & Parking **: - Self-driving priority is to take the ** North Gate (New Gate) **, which is close to the New 318 National Highway and is very close to the Changxing Service Area of Shanghai-Chongqing Expressway. You can directly search for "North Gate of Chinese Alligator Village" in the navigation; - Public transportation: Take the shuttle bus westbound along National Highway 318 from Changxing Passenger Transport Center, and then transfer to Lincheng Town; The reference price of the scenic parking lot is 10 yuan/time, and there are about 100 parking spaces. 4. ** Consultation phone number **: 0572-6832708, 0572-6832008 (extreme weather can confirm the opening situation in advance) ##🚶 recommended route (North Gate → South Gate direction → Plank Road return, do not go back) The north and south gates of the scenic spot are about 1 kilometer apart, with wetland waters and islands in the middle. They are connected by galleries and plank roads. Like the original ecological wetland park, the experience is the smoothest according to the following routes: 1. ** First stop: Beimen Science Museum (accessible upon entry) ** Visit the science museum first, and learn about the evolution and living habits of Chinese alligators through specimens and graphic exhibition boards. As a protection story of "living fossils", if you bring children, you can do knowledge foreshadowing first, and it will be more immersive to see crocodiles later. 2. ** Second stop: southbound along the gallery → Feilongtai/Yuelongtai ** These two are the commanding heights of the scenic spot, which are the best places for viewing: standing on the stage can overlook the entire reed pond and forest island scenery, and the high-power telescope on the stage can also observe the thrilling scene of crocodiles jumping out of the water to catch waterbirds; along the way, you can see the activities of small crocodiles at close range through the barbed wire fence, and the photos are very good. 3. ** Third stop: core experience! Crocodile viewing by boat (open in peak season, 20 yuan/person) ** This is the hottest project in the scenic spot in 2026, with a journey of about 25 minutes and a limit of 10 people per boat. - The cruise master will guide the Chinese alligators to approach the boat, and tourists can feed bread and biscuits on the boat (it is recommended to bring their own in advance, and the scenic spots may also sell them). Crocodiles who are used to feeding will come around and observe them swimming and eating closely, which is very interesting. - ⚠️ safety reminder: when taking a boat, you must not stick your head or hands out of the boat. Chinese alligators are docile and will not take the initiative to attack people or climb on the boat, but wild animals still have self-defense instincts and must abide by the rules. 4. ** Fourth Station: South Gate Area → Greenhouse & Peacock Garden ** When Chinese alligators hibernate in winter (November to March of the following year), only a dozen active crocodiles can be seen here; the peacock garden next to it can watch peacocks, suitable for children to interact. 5. ** The fifth stop: the water plank road returns to the north gate → the cave home + the koi pond ** On the way back, take the plank road elevated on the water surface, pass the koi pond (you can feed koi), the crocodile fossil display area, the oracle bone trail, and finally go to the Maze Home ** - this is a maze made of imitation Chinese alligator caves, restoring the structure of crocodile caves, children especially like to drill and explore to satisfy their curiosity about crocodile nests. 6. (Optional) There are also human crocodile performances in peak season. You can consult the staff when entering the park, which is very interactive. Tips 💡 play 1. ** Best time to visit **: April-October is the active period of Chinese alligators, especially after April 15, there will be hundreds of newborn baby crocodiles, which are particularly cute; winter crocodiles hibernate, and the ornamental value is greatly discounted. It is not recommended to make a special trip. 2. ** Feeding attention **: It is recommended to bring original bread and biscuits for feeding by boat, and do not feed snacks with seasonings, high sugar and high salt; there are also goats, deer, rabbits, parrots and other small animals in the scenic area that can be fed interactively, or you can bring a small portion of food appropriately. 3. ** Suggestions for wearing **: There are many wetlands in the scenic area, and the vegetation is lush. In summer, it is recommended to wear long pants, spray mosquito repellent, and do a good job of sun protection; wear comfortable sports shoes for shoes, and take a lot of plank roads and trails. 4. ** Controversial reminder about feeding **: Some experts have pointed out that long-term feeding of bread and biscuits may affect the health of Chinese alligators. It is recommended that everyone experience it moderately, do not over-feed, and do not touch crocodiles at will. Watch and protect wild animals in a civilized manner. 5. The degree of commercialization of the scenic spot is not high, and there are few dining options around. You can bring your own small amount of snacks and drinking water. After the tour, you can go to Changxing City or the nearby Xianshan Lake Scenic Area to eat local farm dishes.