Your trip to Sanya is incomplete without a visit to Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park.
Yalong Bay Travel Guide for Beginners 📖 A must-read for first-time visitors!
I just came back from Yalong Bay in Hainan and have put together a super detailed guide. If you're planning to go, save this guide and follow it for a great trip!
🏠Accommodation:
I highly recommend The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort. The hotel is located right on the beach at Yalong Bay, with white, fine sand just outside the door. The sea view rooms have amazing views, and you can see the beautiful sea view from your bed. When you open the curtains after waking up, you feel all your fatigue disappear. The hotel is also well-equipped, with several pools in different styles and a kids' club, so you don't have to worry about your kids getting bored.
🌳Attractions:
Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park is a must-see!
🎫Tickets: You can book tickets online in advance, which will be cheaper than buying them on-site.
🚌Tour route:
After entering the park, take the sightseeing bus to enjoy the rainforest scenery. The bus will stop at several viewing platforms, where you can get off and take photos. Don't miss the first stop, Orchid Valley, which is a world of orchids, with all kinds of rare orchids in full bloom. It's a great place for photos. Then take the sightseeing bus to the Dragon Bridge, which was a filming location for "If You Are the One 2". Walking on the swaying suspension bridge, with dense tropical rainforest on both sides, is exciting and fun. Finally, you'll reach the viewing platform, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yalong Bay, with the sea, green mountains, and beaches. It's breathtakingly beautiful, and every photo is like a movie scene.
🎈Sun Bay: Sun Bay is a hidden gem, with crystal-clear water in a dreamy blue-green color and lots of shells on the beach. Driving along Sun Bay Road, you'll see beautiful sea views that make great wallpaper photos. There are relatively few tourists here, making it a great place to enjoy a quiet vacation. However, there is no public transportation to Sun Bay, so taking a taxi or driving is more convenient.
🍱Food:
Dada's Coconut Chicken: You can't visit Hainan without trying coconut chicken! This restaurant's coconut chicken is made with fresh coconut water and Wenchang chicken. The chicken is tender, and the soup is sweet. Start with a bowl of soup, then eat the chicken, and finally dip various side dishes in the soup. It's so satisfying.
Taiqiong Century-old Zao Po Vinegar Seafood Hot Pot: Zao Po vinegar is a Hainan specialty snack, and this restaurant has turned it into a hot pot. It's sour and spicy, perfect for whetting your appetite. The seafood is fresh and varied, and I highly recommend the shrimp and shellfish.
Qiongba Fried Ice & Qingbuliang: Hainan is hot, so a bowl of fried ice or Qingbuliang is refreshing. This restaurant offers many flavors of fried ice, with fresh, freshly cut fruit. The Qingbuliang is also full of ingredients, making it very satisfying.
🚗Transportation:
If you're coming from the airport, you can take a taxi, which takes about 40 minutes and costs around CNY 100. You can also take the airport bus, which is cheaper, but you'll need to check the stops and departure times in advance. When traveling around Yalong Bay, you can take a taxi or rent an electric bike, which is more convenient and allows you to stop and enjoy the scenery along the way.
📌Tips:
Remember to wear sunscreen when visiting Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park, as the UV rays are strong in the rainforest.
When eating seafood, choose a reputable restaurant to avoid being overcharged.
Plan your itinerary in advance to save time and have more fun.
Save and follow this guide to avoid getting lost. I hope this guide helps you have a great vacation in Yalong Bay!