Don't Miss Out on the Underrated Beauty of Dong'ao Island

Attraction Address Dong'ao Island is located in the southeast of Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, in the central part of the Wanshan Archipelago. The address of Dong'ao Island Tourist Resort is No. 2-4, Junmin Road, Dong'ao, Wanshan Town, Xiangzhou District. Attraction Transportation - External Transportation - Departure from Xiangzhou Port: One of the main ports to Dong'ao Island, with multiple daily round-trip ferry services. The journey takes approx. 40–50 mins, and the ticket price varies depending on the class and time, generally around CNY 100–150. - Departure from Hengqin Pier: Closer to Dong'ao Island, the ferry journey takes approx. 30 mins. There are also multiple daily services, and the ticket price is relatively low, around CNY 80. - Departure from Shekou, Shenzhen: There are approx. 2 daily round-trip ferry services to Dong'ao Island. The journey takes approx. 70 mins, and the ticket price is around CNY 160. - Internal Transportation: The main transportation on the island is sightseeing vehicles, which can be taken near the pier or various attractions. They stop when hailed and charge according to the stop. You can also choose to charter a car to tour the island. Ticket Information - Ticket Price: Dong'ao Island itself does not have a separate scenic spot ticket. The main cost is the round-trip ferry ticket. Round-trip adult tickets from Xiangzhou Port start from CNY 256 for 1 day and also from CNY 256 for 2 days; round-trip adult tickets from Hengqin Pier start from CNY 196 for 2 days. - Discount Policy: Children under 1.2m in height are free of charge for ferry tickets, and children between 1.2–1.5m can purchase discounted ferry tickets; seniors and other eligible groups can also enjoy preferential tickets, with prices generally around half of the full price. Please consult the ticket windows or ticketing platforms for details. Other Tips - Season Selection: Every year from May to October is the peak tourist season, with warm seawater and plenty of sunshine, suitable for water activities, but there are more tourists, so it is necessary to book hotels and ferry tickets in advance; November to April of the following year is the off-season, the island is quiet, and room prices are cheap, but be cautious when swimming in the sea. - Accommodation Arrangement: There are hotels such as Gree Dong'ao Island Hotel and Xianquan Villa on the island, as well as some B&Bs. You can book online in advance according to your budget and needs. - Essential Items: Bring your ID card, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, mosquito repellent, swimsuit, slippers, etc. If you need to carry out water activities, you can prepare relevant equipment in advance.