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Ice Fishing in Harbin: A Cozy, All-in-One Winter Adventure for Foreign Travelers

Ever Fished Through Ice? In Harbin, You Can—With Hotpot & Tea Included!

If you love fishing, you’ve probably never tried it on a frozen river.Here’s the thing: Harbin offers real ice fishing—but not the “rough survival” kind.

Think heated tents, fresh-caught fish cooked on-site, and snow-covered tea sessions.

Last January, Sven from Sweden booked a last-minute ice fishing trip after seeing my post. He fished for two hours, ate his own catch in a bubbling hotpot, and posted: “This is how winter should feel.”

This guide shows you exactly where to go, what to book, and how to avoid common mistakes—so you can enjoy ice fishing like a local, even if you’ve never held a rod before. And yes, it pairs perfectly with a Harbin food guide if you’re planning a full China winter loop!

Colorful tents on a snowy field with a wooden arch bearing Chinese text. People walk nearby. Clear sky and trees in the background.
Hezhe Camp (He Zhe Ying Di, 赫哲营地)

H2: Best Ice Fishing Spot in Harbin for Foreign Travelers – Hezhe Camp

Hezhe Camp (He Zhe Ying Di, 赫哲营地)

📍 Inside Ice and Snow World area, Songbei District – just 10 mins from downtown by Didi⏰ Day session: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Night session: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM🎟️ Must book in advance during peak season (Dec–Feb). Night slots need 3-hour notice.

This isn’t just fishing—it’s a full winter experience:

  • Ice fishing (Bing Diao, 冰钓) – rods and bait provided

  • Heated Mongolian-style tents – warm inside even at -20°C outside

  • Hotpot with your catch – ¥10 broth base + ¥10 cleaning fee

  • Special cooking (e.g., red-braised fish) – extra ¥100

  • Snow activities: snow karting, mini skiing, and “stove-side tea brewing” (Wei Lu Zhu Cha, 围炉煮茶)

Take Priya from Malaysia: she’d never fished before. But in a cozy tent with ginger tea steaming beside her, she caught three small perch. “I didn’t even feel cold,” she said. “And the fish soup? Better than any restaurant.”

Pro tip: Book the “tent package”—it includes gear, seating, and cooking. The “experience ticket” only lets you fish; you can’t take fish home or eat them on-site.

(Harbin ice fishing for foreign travelers)

Person ice fishing inside a colorful, tent-like structure. They're wearing furry boots, holding a fishing rod, and looking at a phone.
Hezhe Camp (He Zhe Ying Di, 赫哲营地)

H2: What to Know Before You Go – Avoid These Ice Fishing Mistakes

Trust me—not all ice fishing spots in Harbin are equal.

Some pop-up vendors near Songhua River offer “fishing for ¥20,” but they use tiny holes, no shelter, and won’t cook your fish. Carlos from Brazil tried one last year. “My hands froze in 15 minutes. No tea, no seat—just standing on ice.”

Hezhe Camp solves this:

  • Real fishing holes (30 cm wide)

  • Staff who speak basic English

  • Free hand warmers on request

  • Clean restrooms and changing areas

Steaming hot pot with red broth on a wooden table, surrounded by sliced meat, raw fish, vegetables, and dipping sauces. Cozy dining setup.
Hezhe Camp (He Zhe Ying Di, 赫哲营地)

Here’s how to book:

  1. Click here to book

  2. ¥228/person

  3. Choose day or night session

  4. Show QR code at gate—no Chinese number needed

Don’t waste time on unmarked riverbank stalls. They look cheap—but you’ll pay with comfort.

Final Thoughts: Ice Fishing That Feels Like a Winter Retreat

After fishing, sip tea while watching snow fall on the Songhua River.Warm your hands by the stove. Dip fresh fish into hot broth.

It’s not just an activity—it’s slow travel in sub-zero temperatures.

My full guide “Discover Harbin in Winter Within 144 Hours” covers everything—from ice fishing bookings to linking your foreign card to Alipay.

Because nothing says “winter magic” like catching your dinner… then eating it with friends in a snow-globe tent.

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