Shenzhen’s beloved Tea Valley forest train gets a makeover

The forest train at the OCT East Tea Valley in Shenzhen, Guangdong offers open view to the natural scenery in the resort. - Photo: WeChat

SHENZHEN, (China): The beloved forest train at the OCT East Tea Valley in Shenzhen has been given a makeover, delivering a refreshed experience for locals and tourists alike.

The new red-orange themed train features a 50-minute loop ride around Tea Valley, taking passengers through forests, canyons, flower fields and lakes.

Passengers pose for a photo on the forest train at the OCT East Tea Valley in Shenzhen, Guangdong in this undated photo shared on a WeChat public account of Yantian district government. - Photo: WeChat

For years, the forest train has been one of the resort’s most popular attractions, with open-air views that let riders enjoy the surrounding natural scenery.

The resort has also optimised the train’s operations, including enhanced vehicle inspections, track maintenance and improved onboard commentary and service.

The forest train at the OCT East Tea Valley in Shenzhen, Guangdong offers open view to the natural scenery in the resort. - Photo: WeChat

Visitors often pair the train ride with a hike through the valley. Resort hotels and cafés are within walking distance of the train station.

How to get there?

For public transport, visitors can travel to Yantian Port West Station via Shenzhen Metro Line 8. Bus line Yunhai Special A provides service to OCT East Tea Valley. - China Daily/ANN