Three-Day Tour of Weizhou Island, Beihai, Guangxi

🗓 Itinerary Overview: 3 days 2 nights
📍 Destination: Weizhou Island, Beihai, Guangxi
💰 Total Budget: Approximately 2480 RMB/person (excluding extra shopping)
📅 Best Time to Visit: Mid-October to late November

✅ Day 1: Arrive in Beihai → Board the Island → Leisurely Walk at Nanwan and Dishui Danping

Morning: Departure → Beihai City
It is recommended to take an early high-speed train or flight to Beihai Fucheng Airport/Beihai Station (ticket prices vary greatly depending on the departure city; estimated round-trip cost from medium to long-distance cities is about 1200 RMB).
After arrival, take a taxi to the International Passenger Port (about 30 RMB). It is recommended to purchase ferry tickets in advance via the “Lai You Ba” WeChat public account.

Noon: Take the ferry to the island (70-minute journey)
Ferry ticket: Standard cabin 150 RMB + Island entry fee 118 RMB (mandatory)
Recommended ferry times: 9:30 or 10:30 to avoid peak crowds

Afternoon: Check into a guesthouse + Stroll along Nanwan Street + Watch the sunset at Dishui Danping
Accommodation recommendation: Boutique guesthouses near Weizhou Island’s Five Color Beach or Shiluokou area (off-season about 300 RMB/night)
Lunch: Seafood stalls on Nanwan Old Street, about 60 RMB per person for fresh mantis shrimp and stir-fried clams
Before dusk, head to Dishui Danping, an excellent spot to view volcanic rock layers and the sea sunset, free admission

💡Tips: Island transportation mainly uses electric scooters, rental is 40 RMB/day. For safe riding, pay attention to sun protection and bumpy roads.

✅ Day 2: Island Highlights Tour｜Crocodile Mountain Park + Five Color Beach + Shiluokou Snorkeling Experience

Early morning: Watch the sunrise at Five Color Beach (free)
Arrive before 6:30 AM; at low tide, you can see unique volcanic lava flats and reef clusters, perfect for photography

Morning: Crocodile Mountain Volcanic Geopark (ticket 98 RMB including sightseeing bus)
A must-visit! The highest point on the island, overlooking the lighthouse, sea caves, and volcanic crater remains
Well-maintained trails, about 2 hours total, great for casual walking and photography

Noon: Return to Shiluokou area for lunch
Recommended local seafood restaurant “A Niu Ge Seafood,” about 70 RMB per person; don’t miss the steamed grouper and garlic vermicelli scallops

Afternoon: Snorkeling at Shiluokou Beach or try sea activities
Shiluokou has fine sand and clear water, popular for diving
Beginners can choose snorkeling package: 80 RMB/person (includes basic instruction and equipment)
Or try jet skiing (120 RMB/10 minutes), sailing (150 RMB/person)

Evening: Catholic Church & Sunset Stroll
Built in 1881, this French Gothic church has a strong artistic retro vibe, perfect for atmospheric photos
Nearby coconut grove paths are ideal for a peaceful walk to experience the island’s tranquility

✅ Day 3: Slow Life Wrap-up｜Visit Zhuzailing + Return to Beihai

Morning: Take a boat to Zhuzailing (free area)
Actually a small reef island shaped like a pig, connected to the main island by a boardwalk
At suitable tides, you can get close and capture stunning reflection photos

Stop by: Moon Bay
The seawater shows a gradient of blue-green, jelly-like transparency, perfect for Instagram-style photos

Noon: Last meal before departure
Try an authentic Vietnamese rice noodle roll (island specialty) with sour bamboo shoot soup, only 15 RMB

Afternoon: Take the ferry back to Beihai → Head to airport/station
The last ferry is usually around 3:00 PM; be sure to buy tickets in advance and allow enough time

💰 Budget Breakdown (per person)

Item Cost
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Round-trip major transport (high-speed train/flight) 1200 RMB
Beihai → Weizhou Island round-trip ferry + island fee 268 RMB
Guesthouse accommodation ×2 nights 600 RMB
Meals (6 main meals + snacks) 400 RMB
Attraction ticket (Crocodile Mountain Park) 98 RMB
Electric scooter rental ×2 days 80 RMB
Snorkeling experience 80 RMB
Other expenses (water, snacks, etc.) 50 RMB
Total ≈2476 RMB

📸 Photo Checklist
Sunset silhouette at Dishui Danping
Sunrise lava textures at Five Color Beach
Panoramic view from Crocodile Mountain lookout
Jelly-like sea selfie at Shiluokou
Light and shadow corridor at the Catholic Church
Zhuzailing and Moon Bay dual scenery in one frame

🧳 Travel Tips
Check weather and sailing status in advance; typhoon season may cause cancellations
All ferry tickets require real-name registration, including children
Good signal on the island, but some mountainous areas have weak coverage
Respect local fishermen’s customs; do not enter private aquaculture areas
Travel eco-friendly; take your trash with you and protect coral ecology

Autumn on Weizhou Island is a love poem written to the sea. Though just three days and two nights, it’s enough to hear the waves in your dreams and witness the miracle of volcano and ocean dancing together. For less than 2500 RMB, you can exchange for a soul-refreshing journey away from the noise—this is the true meaning of travel.

🌊 This autumn, go to Weizhou Island and meet your own piece of blue.