West Island

West Island in Sanya was so fun to explore! So many little shops full of local trinkets and a seafood lovers dream as far as street food is cool concerned! Famous jellyfish cakes are a must try. Walking along the food street path with that view of the ocean is priceless. There are so many fun alleys and buildings to explore along the way. If you’re looking for a fun place to explore, this is it!

Beautiful place. Get to walk past a small street market. See all types of art,walk by the sea…there are many things like helicopter ride, diving, and just relaxing by the beach. Hotels are available if you want to stay if not your choice. Had a lovely time just as I arrived in Sanya. 🥰🥳🤌🏾🔥#WestIsland #beachvibes #fun #sanya

Oh wow! We arrived at the airport, then we started with the first island not far from the airport. What an amazing time we had there. 💕💕 I just love it here. #westisland #lovethefun #relaxingtime

Where photography is concerned, I know several well-kept secrets - all of which I'm going to share with you! On the West Island, there is a bookstore and lighthouse, both on the sea. On Niuwang Island, there is a graffiti wall at the intersection of Huanglong Street and Malin'er Alley. Sailboat Harbor and Jiqing Plaza sit on either side of Banshan Peninsula. The Coconut Dream Corridor encompasses a white church, a pink windmill, and bird's nest.

This island was definitely more for local tourism.. but we did find some cute Gems.

West Island is a long-established island of Sanya. The island has been inhabited for a long time ago. They live on fishing, with the sea as partners, because it is very close to Sanya, Slowly discovered by the world, Later part of it was developed as a tourist island, so West Island is an early development island. The fishing village of West Island, the undeveloped place on this island, The island is very characteristic, The wall outside the house entrance hall is actually the sea shell coral culture Cheng, had to marvel at the craftsmanship of the local craftsmen. playing notes: 1. The day of the trip is just a big storm. On board the ship, except for us, there are almost no tourists. The staff informed that because the wind and waves are large, we need to wait for the waves to be small and sail in the island. However, this is waiting for two hours. During the period, tourists will continue to board the ship until the moment when the tourists are full, but it is really because the wind is too big to sail, or because tourists Too little, no boating! Moreover, each cruise ship does not have a clear time interval and departure time. 2. If you want to play water projects, you can come to West Island to try, but just want to see the sea, you may wish to go directly to Sanya Bay, Xiaodonghai, Yalong Bay. tips

Many tourists who visit Sanya will go to Wuzhizhou Island, but not many people are familiar with West Island. It is located in Tianya District of Sanya City near the city centre. The scenery is beautiful. The island does not have much traffic and the small fishing village has been visited by many artists, eventually becoming known as a literary sacred place. This place is very suitable for taking pictures. It can even rival Gulangyu Island in Xiamen. Have you been here?

West Island is a maritime island in Sanya. A ferry ride that lasts 30 minutes will get you there. In addition to the sea entertainment and the beautiful sea views, Xidao Fishing Village is also a great place to find the simpler folk traditions, capture the most primitive fishing style of the village and feel the most rustic vibes of the fishermen. The young ones play and fish in the sea while the older folks watch their children and grandchildren. This is the most memorable scene of our trip to the fishing village in the West Island. 

Life advice! Don't miss West Island when traveling to Sanya. Really, the water quality is just as good as Wuzhizhou Island, very clear and bright! Here's a detailed travel guide I've put together for sisters who are visiting West Island for the first time, hope it helps~ ✅Arriving at the Pier 📍Location: Xiaochi Port Wharf, Sanya Bay Road, Tianya District, Sanya City 🚌Bus: Take bus 16/32/57/26 and get off at West Island Station 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to West Island Xiaochi Port Wharf, there's a parking lot inside the tourist center, and the parking fee is very cheap, only 8 yuan/day ✅Opening Hours & Ticket Prices 💰Ticket: 98 yuan per adult, 49 yuan for the elderly and children, including round-trip ferry tickets ⚠️Tips: Be sure to buy tickets online at least 1 hour in advance, as you might not be able to get them last minute ⏱️Business Hours: 8:00—18:00 (recommended to go to the island before 16:00) ⏰Departure from the Island: 8:00—18:00, it's recommended to avoid the peak times of early 8 and late 6 🚢Ferry Schedule: About 15 minutes, with a ferry every 20 minutes ✅Island Activities 🔸Tour Route: After arriving on the island, first go to the left to reach the coral stone wall for a photo stop, then visit in order: Wooden Plank Love Wall → Fishing Village Pier → Sea Library → Coconut Palm Beach → Niuwang Ridge → Niuwang Island → Fishing Village Market → Coral House → Central Snack Street → Leave the Island 🔸Tourist Cars: There are 3 tourist car routes on the island, if you want to go to Niuwang Island, only lines 1️⃣ and 3️⃣ will take you there, line 2️⃣ does not go to Niuwang Island 🔸Electric Cars: You can also rent electric cars on the island, generally between 40-60 yuan/day, don't bother with anything more expensive, there are many cheaper options further into the village ✅Island Accommodation 🔸The cost-performance ratio of homestays on West Island is quite good, if you want to catch the sea or watch the sunset, consider staying on the island for a night, the atmosphere is quite nice 🔸It doesn't matter much where you stay, as West Island is not very large, just find a sea view room where you can see the sea 🔸Homestay prices range from 200-500 yuan, most are decently decorated, and are mostly newly built in recent years ✅Attraction Recommendations 🌴Summer Pier: Here you'll find the photogenic coral stone wall, pine forest + coral stone embankment paired with the azure sea, it looks good no matter how you photograph it! 🌴Wooden Plank Love Wall: A heart-shaped wall by the sea made of wooden planks, very photogenic 🌴Sea Library: A fishing boat docked at the return pier, converted into a cozy and atmospheric library 🌴Coral House: A century-old building, it has the feel of an ancient fishing village 🌴Niuwang Ridge Road: The most suitable place on the island to watch the sunset, great for silhouette photos …… ✅Travel Tips 😲It's advised to go to West Island in the morning when there are fewer people and it's not too hot, it gets busier at noon 😲There are traffic police on the island, be sure to wear a helmet when riding an electric bike 😲For sunrise, head to the lighthouse, and for sunset, go to Niuwang Ridge 😲The beach loungers are charged, 60 yuan/hour, remember! 😲There's a flag-raising ceremony by female soldiers at 6:30 in the morning, worth watching if interested 😲The second floor of the tourist center offers luggage storage, rental is 20 yuan, deposit is 50 yuan, but make sure to retrieve your belongings before 5 pm

The first time I visited West Island was the year before last. I spent the entire day on the island and reluctantly left on the last boat as dusk fell. Last year, I found an opportunity to stay on West Island for a few days, not only to see the healing seascape again but also to experience the different, vibrant life of the island.

🌴🌞【DAY1✈From various places to Sanya】 Itinerary: Coconut Energy Corridor (📍Haiyun Hotel) Food: Taste the avoid-ray seafood in Yiheng Night Market Accommodation: Sanya Bay🏖 🏝🚢【DAY2🚢Heading to West Island】 Itinerary: West Island——Shenzhou Peninsula 🎫Purchase West Island tickets in advance on Ctrip for 95/person + 5 yuan insurance, note that insurance is non-refundable.📍Board at Xiaoqi Port, luggage storage provided💰20-60 varies, deposit refundable upon lease return 🛵Rent electric scooters on the island, 5 people rented three scooters for 80 Reminder: Return to Sanya Bay before 18:00, there are shells and snack streets on the island, as well as homestays ⏰Around 17:00 in the evening🚄head to Wanning, getting off at Shenzhou Station is more convenient Food: Linjie Seafood on Shenzhou Peninsula is worth trying Accommodation: Homestay on Shenzhou Peninsula (next to Qiaohai Ranch)🌊 🏄‍♂🌅【DAY3 Wanning Shenzhou Peninsula】 Itinerary: Qiaohai Ranch——Shenzhou Lighthouse——Shanqin Bay Swallow Cave 🚗Self-driving tour Recommended Swallow Cave, beautiful scenery Around 17:00 in the evening 🚄Return to Yalong Bay Around 20:30 visit cdf duty-free shop, remember to bring your ID Accommodation: Yalong Bay Food: Yalong Bay coconut chicken is worth a try🍲 🏕🌄【DAY4 Sanya Yalong Bay】 Itinerary: Atlantis——cdf duty-free shop——Tianya Town——Return trip 1. Visit Atlantis in the morning, spend half a day at the duty-free shop 2. Go to the First Market at noon to buy seafood, nearby vendors are responsible for processing (bargaining is important) 3. Head to Tianya Town in the afternoon, there is a popular coffee shop, not particularly recommended 🍲Finally, taste the Taiqiong Zaopo Hotpot before✈returning ‼Sanya Wanning is off-season in March and April, renting a car is convenient and cost-effective, self-driving tour is recommended🚗.

💘My personal guide to Sanya, featuring hidden gourmet food and scenic spots, with a clear itinerary. Everyone can save my guide before coming to Sanya~ 📜Preparation: · Sun protection: sunscreen clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, parasol, sun hat, etc. · Hydration products: toner, face cream, lip balm, facial mask · Documents: ID card, student ID, driver's license, bank card · Medicines: motion sickness medicine, seasickness medicine, diarrhea medicine, anti-allergy medicine, heatstroke prevention medicine, face mask Itinerary👣 Day1: Arrive in Sanya Day2: End of the Earth and Corner of the Sea - West Island → Stroll through a fishing village with over 400 years of history, enjoy the most beautiful sunset, experience island life and catch crabs Day3: Niuwang Ridge to watch the most beautiful sunrise → Yalong Bay Rose Valley roses → Nanshan Buddhist Cultural Park to see the 108-meter-tall Guanyin statue Day4: Depart from the hotel → Cross-border duty-free shopping mall — Health Life Pavilion — 'If You Are the One' Yalong Bay Tropical Rainforest Park Day5: South China Sea cruise day tour (including diving, fishing, surfing) or Wuzhizhou Island day tour This 5-day and 4-night itinerary is the ideal time to explore Sanya, covering the essence of Sanya's scenic spots. 🍧Must-know Sanya Delicacies 【Coconut Chicken】 🐥Sanya's coconut chicken is the most authentic, 'Cute Coconut Chicken' is a must-visit every time! Freshly picked coconuts, sweet and refreshing, paired with delicious Wenchang chicken, tender and tasty, delicious without causing heatiness~ 【Seafood】 Sanya is famous for its excellent seafood, with high quality, firm texture, and delicious taste! 'Little Dolphin Seafood' is a favorite among locals and students because it offers specially supplied seafood from fishermen, at affordable prices, even cheaper than the market! 【Qingbu Liang】 No need to say more! Sanya's dessert soups like Qingbu Liang and Ye Qing Qingbu Liang are very delicious, each one is worth a try! Enjoying the sweet coolness is definitely a must-have delicacy for summer!