OverviewAt a glance
China’s southernmost province is a tropical island of palm-lined resort bays around Sanya, hot springs and rainforest peaks. A domestic-holiday favorite for winter sun, duty-free shopping and warm South China Sea swims.
- Best season
- October – April
- Getting there
- Sanya Phoenix (SYX) & Haikou (HAK) airports — flights from across China & Hong Kong
- Known for
- Sanya resorts & duty-free
Signature beachesShores
Yalong Bay
Seven kilometres of silver sand — a top resort bay
Sanya Bay
Sunset along Coconut Walk and the city beach
Wuzhizhou Island
An offshore islet known for diving and snorkelling
Things to doTo do
Yanoda rainforest
Glass walkways and waterfalls in the rainforest
Duty-free shopping
Shop till you drop at Sanya International Duty Free
Hot springs & spa
Unwind at a coconut-grove hot-spring resort
Good to knowTips
- 1Chinese New Year and holidays spike crowds and rates — book early
- 2Duty-free has limits on value and visits — check before you shop
- 3Midday UV is fierce — sun protection is essential
Next island
Koh Samui