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The Shangri-La of the Sea

Lingshui Boundary Island is China's first island-type national 5A-level scenic area, located at the border of Lingshui and Wanning in Hainan. It's renowned for its unique geographical position (the climate boundary between north and south Hainan) and stunning marine ecosystem. 🌊 I. Core Highlights 1. Geographical Wonders Climate Boundary: The island's north has a tropical climate while the south is subtropical, often creating the spectacle of "rain in the north and sunshine in the south". Dual-colored Sea: From the top of Huanxi Pavilion or Wangling Sea View Platform, you can see the sea water gradually change from emerald green to sapphire blue and then to ink black. 2. Diving Paradise - Rated by international diving organizations as "Hainan's most suitable island for diving" with visibility of 8-12 meters, featuring coral reefs, the "Underwater Village" (a sunken Ming Dynasty ship), and tropical fish schools. Special Programs: Night Diving (China's only open site): ¥380/person to explore bioluminescent creatures. Dolphin Buddy Diving: A world-exclusive program to dive with bottlenose dolphins (¥580/30 minutes). 3. Instagrammable Spots Moonlight Castle: Roman-style ruins where cliffs meet waves, a prime sunrise photography spot. White Lighthouse: A landmark at 18°N latitude with breathtaking light and shadow at dusk. Cliff Infinity Pool: A 100-meter-high pool that seems to float above the sea (¥100/person). II. Must-Do Activities & Itinerary Classic One-Day Tour Morning: Take a 15-minute ferry → Island tour bus (¥40/person, 4 stops) → Photo session at Moonlight Castle → Sea viewing at Huanxi Pavilion. Afternoon: For families: Free dolphin show at Marine Theater → Feed tortoises (¥10/carrot). For adventurers: Scuba/snorkeling → Try parasailing and jet skiing. Evening: Sunset viewing at the lighthouse → Mail an "underwater postcard" before leaving (world's only underwater mailbox). 🚗 III. Transportation & Tickets Transportation: From Sanya: 1-hour drive to Niuling Exit, or high-speed rail to Lingshui Station then transfer to shuttle bus (20 minutes). -From Haikou: High-speed rail to Lingshui Station (about 2 hours), then transfer to bus. Tickets: Ferry ticket: ¥132 (official price), ¥99 if booked online in advance. Discounts: Free for children under 1.2m, military personnel, and disabled; half-price for students/seniors over 60. 🏨 IV. Accommodation & Food 1. Island Accommodation Sea Fishing Club (from ¥800/night): Fish directly from your balcony, with free seafood processing. Coral Palace (from ¥1500/night): Duplex sea-view rooms with glass floors for fish watching, includes breakfast + island tour tickets. 2. Must-Try Foods On island: Lingshui sour noodles (¥25, spicy and appetizing), coconut rice (¥15, fragrant glutinous rice). Off island: Xincun Port Danjia seafood (¥150/person, freshly caught and cooked). ⚠️ V. Important Notes Sun & Slip Protection: Strong UV requires high-SPF sunscreen and hats; wear anti-slip shoes for rocky paths. Time Management: Last ferry departs around 22:40, plan accordingly if not staying overnight. Eco Protection: Don't touch corals while diving; you can adopt coral seedlings for ¥20 and get a commemorative certificate.
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Posted: Jul 1, 2025
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