Hainan
China · 300 m
Description
Hainan (海南) is China's southernmost province and a tropical island in the South China Sea. Known for its palm-fringed beaches, year-round warm climate, and lush tropical landscapes, it is often referred to as the “Hawaii of China”. The island's premier resort destination is Sanya, renowned for its long sandy beaches, luxury resorts, and crystal-clear waters. Inland, tropical rainforests, the 1,867-meter Wuzhishan Mountain, and the traditional homelands of the Li and Miao ethnic groups create a striking natural landscape. Highlights include the 108-meter Guanyin statue at the Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone, scenic nature reserves, hot springs, and historic temples. Hainan is also famous for its tropical fruits, fresh seafood, and duty-free shopping, making it China's leading island destination for beach holidays and relaxation.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 4 to 14 days (optimal 7 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – March
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Yalong Bay
- Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone
- Wuzhizhou Island
- 108 m Guanyin of Nanshan
- Dadonghai Beach
- Sanya Bay
- Haitang Bay
- Tianya Haijiao
- Yanoda Rainforest Cultural Tourism Zone
- Wuzhishan National Nature Reserve(Day trip)
- Wuzhishan Hiking(Day trip)
- Li and Miao Ethnic Villages(Day trip)
- Xinglong Hot Springs(Day trip)
- Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark(Day trip)
- Qilou Old Street (Haikou)
- Holiday Beach
- Dongzhai Harbor Mangrove Nature Reserve
- Jianfengling National Forest Park(Day trip)
- Bawangling National Forest Park(Day trip)
- Fenjiezhou Island(Day trip)
- West Island
- Boundary Island(Day trip)
- Sanya Duty Free Shopping Complex
- Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park
- Betel Nut Valley(Day trip)
- Hainanese Seafood
- Wenchang Chicken
- Coconut Dream Corridor
Getting there
- Airports:
- SYX, HAK
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry