The Xisha Islands are back! We really don't recommend going this month! Because…
Because it's too beautiful!!!
Traveling to the Xisha Islands in May-June is an excellent choice, with pleasant weather, bright sunshine, and crystal-clear waters. Here's a detailed travel guide to help you have a perfect Xisha trip:
Preparation
- Documents: Bring your ID card, passport, and other valid IDs, as well as the border defense permit required for Xisha tourism.
- Clothing: Pack light and breathable summer clothes, and bring a light jacket in case of temperature differences in the morning and evening.
- Other items: Prepare high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, swimwear, diving equipment, etc.
Transportation
Depart from Sanya Phoenix Island International Cruise Terminal. Choose a cruise ship with complete facilities and comfortable rooms, such as the "Xianglong Island" or "Nanhai Cruise."
Food Recommendations
- Cruise food: The buffet restaurant on the cruise ship offers a wide variety of food, including seafood, meat, desserts, and various tropical fruits.
- Island food: On the island, you can taste freshly made seafood by fishermen, such as steamed grouper and spicy stir-fried crab, all original and fresh.
Attractions
- Quanfu Island: An uninhabited island with a mesmerizing "glass sea." The water is crystal clear, allowing you to see the coral and fish on the seabed. You can swim, snorkel, take photos, and enjoy the sun and sand here.
- Yinyu Island: This island boasts beautiful beaches and abundant marine life. You can visit the fishermen's settlement to learn about the local lifestyle and participate in the flag-raising ceremony to experience the solemn atmosphere.
- Yagong Island: The island has lush forests and a rich variety of seabirds. You can stroll along the beach, sunbathe, and play beach volleyball.
Photography Tips
- Clothing: Choose light and bright clothing, such as white or light blue dresses, paired with bright scarves, hats, and other accessories to complement the blue sea and sky.
- Shooting time: Capture the sunrise and golden sea in the early morning, the sunset and orange-red sky in the evening, and the deep blue sea at noon on a sunny day for seascapes.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive in Sanya
- Morning: After arriving in Sanya, head to Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park to experience the rainforest scenery.
- Noon: Enjoy Hainan's specialty Baoluo Noodles near the park.
- Afternoon: Go to Yalong Bay Beach to enjoy the sun and sand.
- Day 2: Embarkation
- Afternoon: Go to Phoenix Island International Cruise Terminal to board the ship and participate in the escape drill.
- Evening: The cruise ship sets sail, allowing you to admire the beautiful coastline of Sanya.
- Night: Participate in the art performance or the captain's dinner.
- Day 3: Quanfu Island & Yinyu Island
- Morning: Watch the sunrise at sea.
- Morning: Go to Yinyu Island, visit the fishermen's settlement, and participate in the flag-raising ceremony.
- Noon: Return to the cruise ship for a buffet lunch.
- Afternoon: Go to Quanfu Island for swimming, snorkeling, and other water activities.
- Day 4: Yinyu Island & Yagong Island
- Morning: Visit Yinyu Island again for free time and seafood tasting.
- Afternoon: Go to Yagong Island to relax and enjoy entertainment on the beach.
- Evening: Participate in the sharing party on the cruise ship.
- Day 5: Return trip
- Early morning: Enjoy the sunrise over the sea in Sanya.
- Morning: Complete disembarkation procedures and end the journey.