Nansha Waterfowl World Ecological Park

Nansha Waterfowl World Ecological Park

Nansha Waterfowl World Ecological Park serves as an educational base for science and nature.

The Guangzhou Waterfowl World Ecological Park makes use of the existing wetland ecosystem, transforming it through designed enhancements to create an environment composed of streams, marshes, mudflats, islands, various aquatic plants, moisture-resistant plants, and birds and fish that prefer wetland habitats — together forming an attractive, multi-layered setting. It is home to 48 species of birds totaling 1,968 individuals. The park also features 70 species of ornamental trees and 35 species of shrubs, with over 75% of its land area covered in greenery. The environment is designed to closely mimic the natural habitats of various bird species, helping them adapt to the park’s conditions and thrive in healthy growth and reproduction.

Located between the 17th and 18th drainage channels in Wanqingsha Town, Nansha District, Guangzhou, adjacent to the Guangzhou Nansha Wetland Tourist Area — one of the “New Eight Scenic Spots of Guangzhou” — the Guangzhou Waterfowl World Ecological Park spans 250,000 square meters. It is a new-type eco-themed park integrating waterfowl breeding, science education, sightseeing, and tourism. The park boasts abundant wetland ecological resources, vast distribution areas, and a diverse range of flora and fauna. Its sightseeing zones are divided among six small islands: Rainforest Island, Flower Tree Island, Gold-Silver Island, Palm Island, Maze Island, and Thousand Cranes Islet. It houses up to 40 species of national first and second-class protected animals, including thousands of Cuban flamingos, West African crowned cranes, mute swans, parrots, peacocks, mandarin ducks, great white pelicans, bar-headed geese, Lady Amherst's pheasants, and ostriches, all living carefree lives here. At the same time, their close interaction with visitors gives guests the feeling of stepping into a natural jungle, with unobstructed access to the wonders of nature.

The park uses the existing wetland ecosystem, transforming it through design to create an environment composed of streams, marshes, mudflats, islands, a variety of aquatic plants, moisture-resistant vegetation, and birds and fish that favor wetland living — together forming a richly layered and scenic environment. There are 70 species of ornamental trees, 35 species of shrubs, and over 75% of the land is covered in greenery. The environment is carefully designed to simulate the natural habitats of various birds, helping them adapt to the park setting and thrive healthily.

The Guangzhou Waterfowl World Ecological Park is evolving into an eco-tourism leisure zone integrating ecological sightseeing, science education, and vacation experiences. Six award-winning architectural designs created by students from the School of Architecture at South China University of Technology have been added to the park. These bamboo structures blend seamlessly with the overall environment of Waterfowl World, complementing it beautifully. In 2015, Waterfowl World was honored as a Guangzhou Science Popularization Base, and in 2017, it received recognition as a Guangdong Provincial Youth Science and Technology Education Base. Each year, it welcomes over 5,000 citizens for science education activities, earning consistent praise from the Nansha Bureau of Industry, Science, and Information Technology and the Guangzhou Association for Science and Technology. Nansha Waterfowl World Ecological Park offers busy urban dwellers a chance to rediscover freshness and joy in a tranquil setting.

Address: Between the 17th and 18th Drainage Channels, Wanqingsha Town, Nansha District, Guangzhou

Type: Zoo

Recommended visiting time: 2–4 hours

Phone: 020-84953198

Opening Hours:

9:00–18:30 (June–October); 9:00–17:00 (November–May of the following year)

Ticket Information:

Combo ticket for Nansha Wetland Scenic Area + Waterfowl World: 90 RMB.

Wanqingsha Town: Located at the southernmost tip of Guangzhou, Wanqingsha lies at the heart of the “Golden Triangle” formed by Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Macau. It is 52 km north of downtown Guangzhou, 75 km southeast to Shenzhen, and 69 km southwest to Zhuhai. By waterway, it is 23 nautical miles southeast of Hong Kong and 40 nautical miles southwest of Macau, offering extremely convenient land and water transportation and a highly strategic geographic location. “A stretch of banana groves in green, miles of lotus blossoms in fragrance, thousands of ponds where fish leap, and endless blue waters in flow” — this is the true portrayal of Wanqingsha. An oasis emerging from the sea, Wanqingsha is an important port in Guangzhou’s “southern expansion,” serving as a hub for the Nansha District’s port-related industries and logistics sectors... More detailed information about Wanqingsha Town++