
easy
8 hours
Suitable for most travelers who can walk short sandy and paved paths and swim casually; little endurance required.
Spend a focused day escaping Sanya’s resorts to Wuzhizhou Islet: a 20-minute boat ride to clear water, white sand beaches, and a small tropical forest with ancient plant species. This private tour packs snorkeling, beach time, and local insights into an eight-hour day trip.
The motor hum of an air-conditioned van dissolves into salt air and gull calls as you step onto the ferry pier for Wuzhizhou Islet. In twenty minutes the shoreline peels away and the South China Sea widens; water the color of green glass dares you to dive in. On arrival the islet lays out two contrasting invitations—soft, white sand that invites barefoot wandering, and a small inland world of dense tropical growth that holds trees older than many coastal resorts.

Chemical sunscreens harm coral—use a mineral-based, reef-safe formula and reapply frequently.
Shallow reef and coral rubble make walking uncomfortable; water shoes protect feet and improve grip.
Currents strengthen in the afternoon—plan snorkeling for the morning for calmer water and better visibility.
Hotels in Sanya Bay, Dadonghai, or Yalong Bay avoid extra transfer fees—confirm your pickup area when booking.
Wuzhizhou has long been a fishing island and today sits within Hainan’s tourism circuit; its plant diversity reflects Hainan’s position as a tropical biodiversity hotspot.
Respect reef-protection rules: avoid touching coral, use reef-safe sunscreen, and follow guides’ directions to limit impact on fragile marine habitats.
Protects skin while preventing damage to coral and marine life.
summer specific
Protects feet from coral rubble and slippery rocks while snorkeling or walking the shore.
summer specific
A well-fitting mask increases comfort and visibility compared with rental gear.
summer specific
Quick tropical showers can appear unexpectedly—keep a compact shell for comfort.
spring specific