"Sanya's Romance: Coconut Palms, Sunsets, and a Touch of Northeast Charm!"
by InternationalJetsetter#99
May 5, 2025
Sanya Haikou Twin Cities🌴 Check in at coconut groves, sea breeze, and Nanyang style, 5 days to easily explore the must-visit spots in Hainan! This cost-effective guide helps you avoid crowds, with just over 1k per person covering food, accommodation, and transportation~
🚗 Itinerary:
Day 1: Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park
📍 Recommendation rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
It’s best to enter at 8:30 AM to avoid crowds. Tickets are 238 RMB/person including sightseeing bus. Don’t miss the glass plank road for a panoramic view of Yalong Bay! After descending, walk 10 minutes to the public beach, which is less crowded and more beautiful than the hotel’s private beach~
Day 2: Wuzhizhou Island Day Trip
📍 Recommendation rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Buy boat and entrance ticket combo (144 RMB) via WeChat official account a day in advance. Remember to bring swimwear and a waterproof bag; bottled water on the island is expensive at 15 RMB/bottle! Recommended to buy the 138 RMB sightseeing bus ticket, which allows hop-on-hop-off at 6 stops. Lover’s Valley and Sunrise Rock are must-visits.
🍴 Lunch recommendation: The island’s only Coral Hotel buffet (98 RMB/person)
Day 3: Yeming Corridor - Haitang Bay Duty-Free Shop
📍 Recommended activity: Come at 6 AM to catch the sunrise! The 20 km coastal trail is completely free; navigate to "Haiyue Square" for the best photo spots. In the afternoon, when shopping at the duty-free store, register as a member first to earn points. The third-floor dining area is 30% cheaper than the airport.
Day 4: High-speed train to Haikou (1.5h, 100 RMB)
Qilou Old Street - Bell Tower Citywalk
📍 Hidden gem: Next to Chenji Soup Rice at Shuixiangkou, there’s a tea shop called "Shangnantang" with a second-floor terrace offering excellent panoramic views of the Qilou buildings! The Bell Tower lights up on the hour and looks even better after 7 PM.
🍴 Must-try: Yennong Hainan Chicken Rice (40 RMB per person), be sure to order chicken oil rice with poached chicken!
💡 Practical TIPS:
1. In Sanya, use Alipay’s "Tianya Travel e-Bus Card" for public transport; in Haikou, use "Hainan e-Travel"
2. Avoid pitfalls: Don’t choose cheap diving tours! Choose reputable diving centers (tested: Yalong Bay Aegean Sea DSD diving 698 RMB/person including photos)
3. Souvenir recommendation: Buy Chun Guang coconut slices at Wanghao Supermarket for 15 RMB/bag; they sell for 35 RMB at the airport...
4. Off-the-beaten-path beach: Navigate to "Sanya Bay Wedding Photography Base" for a white church and coconut groves that are great for photos and free!
🍜 Food bonus:
Haikou Qilou Wu Rib Garlic Spare Ribs
Sanya Fishing Village Fried Chicken (remember to pair with Hainan chili sauce)
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