三亚
Best season
October – April (Best for winter escape)
Region
South China
Private journeys
3 itinerary options
Coordinates
18.25° N, 109.51° E
Sanya packs tropical paradise into one city: the crescent-shaped beaches of Yalong Bay and Haitang Bay feature fine sand and clear water with temperatures above 22°C year-round; Wuzhizhou Island, just a 15-minute boat ride away, is Hainan's most developed water sports base with coral reefs and fish populations right at your doorstep; the 108-meter Guanyin of Nanshan stands majestically over the South China Sea, while the iconic cliffs of Tianya Haijiao have been celebrated in poetry since the Qing Dynasty.
Beyond its beaches, Sanya offers premier shopping at Haitang Bay Duty-Free Shop where you can collect purchases with your departure ticket, and a culinary adventure at the First Market where you buy seafood fresh and have it cooked to order on the second floor. With visa-free entry for citizens of 59 countries and its dry, sunny season from October to April, Sanya has become the undisputed winter escape destination for travelers from Russia and Southeast Asia.
1A coral island about 30km east of Sanya with water visibility up to 20 meters, it's Hainan's most established water sports center offering snorkeling, scuba diving, jet skiing, and more. An 80-minute electric car tour around the island takes you to Lover's Bridge and Sunrise Rock.
2Known as «China's Best Bay», its 7km crescent-shaped beach boasts fine white sand and gentle slopes lined with luxury resorts. The beach is nearly deserted at dawn and dusk, perfect for strolling and photography, making it the accommodation base for most Sanya itineraries.
3Home to the world's largest white marble Guanyin statue, this 108-meter-tall three-faced statue stands over the South China Sea. The scenic area, set against mountains and facing the sea, features golden halls and the Guanyin Pavilion along its central axis, with many visitors staying specifically for the vegetarian buffet.
4The iconic «Ends of the Earth» cliffs have been a source of poetic inspiration since the Qing Dynasty and now represent the ultimate romantic destination for Chinese travelers. The coconut-lined paths are most photogenic at sunset when the light is softest.
Sanya's historic seafood hub where you select fresh seafood on the ground floor and have it cooked to order upstairs. Lobster, Henghe crabs, and mango snails are sold by weight. The most authentic experience is following locals' selection, watching the scales, and clarifying cooking fees.
The Danjia people, who have lived on boats for generations, are known as «China's Sea Gypsies». Their saltwater songs, floating fish farms, and cuisine (Majia fish rice, shrimp cakes) form the foundation of Sanya's fishing port culture; their complete story is told at the Danjia Culture Exhibition Hall on Nanbianhai Road.
Hainan's indigenous Li people build boat-shaped houses with thatched roofs resembling inverted boats. Coconut shell crafts and Li brocade are the island's most distinctive handicrafts. The intangible cultural village in Binlanggu showcases Li brocade weaving and firewood dance performances.
Dive 4-8 meters under the guidance of a certified instructor with coral reefs and tropical fish within arm's reach. No swimming experience needed as all equipment and instruction are included, with underwater photography services available as an option.
Present your departure ticket (for travelers 16+) to purchase cosmetics, watches, and bags tax-free within your allowance. Collect all purchases at the airport isolation area, making shopping the final stop in your itinerary most convenient.
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