Hainan Sanya Dadonghai Travel Guide (2025 Latest Edition)

I. Overview Dadonghai is located in Jiyang District, Sanya City, surrounded by mountains on three sides and facing the sea on one side. It has a 2.9 km long crescent-shaped beach, known for its "warm water, white sand, and flat beach". It is a national 4A-level tourist attraction. It is like spring all year round here, and the water temperature in winter is 18–22°C, making it an excellent choice for winter swimming and cold avoidance. II. Must-Experience Activities 1. Natural Scenery - Luhuitou Park: Climb to the top to overlook the panoramic view of Dadonghai. At sunset, you can capture the stunning picture of "mountains, sea, and city reflecting each other" (about 10 minutes by car). - Xiaodonghai Exploration: The adjacent coral reef waters are suitable for snorkeling, where you can see tropical fish and coral ecology (you need to participate in a professional diving program). - Rainbow Stairs and Blue and White Alley: The colorful stairs at the entrance of Huanglong Street and the solid-color background walls of Qinglong Street are suitable for taking ins-style blockbusters. 2. Water Sports - Diving and Surfing: Dadonghai Barrier Reef Diving Base provides scuba diving experience with underwater visibility of 10m; surfing novices can experience the fun of surfing under the guidance of a coach. - Yacht Night Tour: Xinghua Yacht Wharf provides luxury yacht night tour services, where you can participate in marine concerts or sea fishing activities (approx. CNY 300–500 per person). 3. Featured Experiences - Beachcombing: It is recommended to go to the beach in front of Dadonghai No. 1 Hotel. Check the tide time in advance and bring tools such as buckets and clips (the best time is around the first and fifteenth days of the lunar month). - Sunset Viewing Platform: The pavilion on the small hill on the east side of the beach offers a panoramic view of the sunset, fishing boats, and coconut groves. III. Recommended Itinerary (2 Days and 1 Night) Day 1: Seaside Leisure - Morning: Stroll along Dadonghai Square, feel the sea breeze and coconut charm, and photograph the beach in the morning light. - Noon: Taste steamed grouper and grilled oysters at Qinglong Street food stalls (approx. CNY 80–120 per person). - Afternoon: Experience jet skiing or banana boating (approx. CNY 150/item), or go to Sanya Underwater World to explore coral reefs. - Evening: Watch the sunset at Luhuitou Park and photograph the silhouette of the city and bay. - Night: Stroll around Dadonghai Night Market, and try snacks such as sugar pancakes, shrimp cakes, and seaweed jelly. Day 2: In-depth Exploration - Morning: Participate in a snorkeling program to get close to marine life (it is recommended to choose a package including equipment rental). - Noon: Yummy Fried Chicken, fried ice, and other special delicacies (approx. CNY 30–50 per person). - Afternoon: Link up with Tianya Haijiao (15 minutes by car) or West Island (20 minutes by ferry) to plan a half-day trip. IV. Accommodation Recommendations 1. High-end Seaview - Resort Intime Sanya: First-line seaview rooms, including a private beach, offering poolside wooden raft barbecue dinners. - Su Mei Seaview Homestay: You can see the sea when you open the window, and it is a 5-minute walk to the beach, which is cost-effective. 2. Featured Homestays - Coconut Grove Home: A family homestay hidden in a coconut grove, providing homemade tropical fruit breakfast. - Hai Li Li Cafe: A seaview terrace cafe where you can enjoy coconut cloud latte while watching the sunset. V. Transportation Guide - Airport/High-speed Railway: It costs about CNY 40 to take a taxi from Sanya Phoenix Airport; take bus No. 55 from Sanya Station to reach it directly (about 40 minutes). - City Transportation: Bus No. 2/4/15 goes directly to Dadonghai Square (fare CNY 2); the New Guoxian double-decker sightseeing bus connects Yalong Bay and Sanya Bay (CNY 10 for the whole journey). VI. Useful Tips 1. Sun Protection Essentials: High SPF sunscreen + sun hat + sunglasses (UV index often reaches 8+). 2. Environmental Protection Initiative: Do not step on coral reefs, and use tool kits for beachcombing (homestays can rent them). 3. Safety Tips: Swimming needs to be within the area specified by the scenic spot, and avoid going to remote areas alone. 4. Seasonal Choice: Avoid the summer typhoon season (July to September), and spring and autumn are the best seasons. VII. Surrounding Linkage - Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park: Experience the high-altitude glass bridge and get close to the tropical rainforest (20 minutes by car from Dadonghai). - West Island: Arrive in 20 minutes by boat, and explore fishing village culture and original beaches. The beauty of Dadonghai lies in the sparkling morning light when fishermen cast their nets in the early morning, the refreshing iced coconut water under the coconut shadows at noon, and the seafood barbecue mixed with charcoal aroma on the beach late at night. This bay, favored by the sun at 18° north latitude, is inviting every traveler to write their own tropical story with an open attitude of "embracing the ocean at zero distance".