Weizhou Island is located in the south of Beihai. It is a large extinct volcanic island in China. Many people choose this place as the destination for their graduation trips. The volcanic rocks in the Crocodile Mountain scenic area on the island, the marine erosion landscapes of Dishuidanping, beaches with different styles, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets are all the charms of Weizhou Island. For food lovers, delicious seafood should not be missed.
Island beauty: Volcanic rocks in various forms. Traces of volcanic rocks can be seen everywhere on the entire Weizhou Island. Among them, the Crocodile Mountain scenic area is the essence of the volcanic geological landscape of Weizhou Island. Here you can see the crater of Weizhou Island, volcanic lava in various forms, and the peculiar landforms formed by volcanic eruptions. You can also take a photo with the Weizhou lighthouse. Beaches with different styles. Weizhou Island is surrounded by the sea. Each beach has its own style. Dishuidanping has a large area of marine erosion cliffs. The rock textures are layered, and water drips continuously. It is also a place to watch the sunset on the island. Shiluokou Beach has rich water sports projects. Wucaitan has peculiar geological landforms and is also a good place to wait for the sunrise. Compared with others, Beike Beach is relatively primitive, quiet and beautiful. Long-standing religious culture. In addition to the beautiful scenery, Weizhou Island also has cultural connotations. The Catholic church is of long standing. It is still solemn and sacred. Not far away, there is also a quiet and simple Notre Dame Church. There are also many residents on the island who believe in Mazu. The Sanpo Temple (also known as Tianhou Palace) in Nanwan still has continuous incense. Popular experiences: Admire the gorgeous seaside sunrises and sunsets. Weizhou Island has many peculiar geological landscapes. The beaches here have clear water and flat sands. No matter where on the island, the sunrises and sunsets here are unforgettable. The Beike Beach and Wucaitan on the east side are popular places to watch the sunrise on the island. Tourists generally choose to wait for the rising sun here at four or five in the morning. While Dishuidanping and Shiluokou Beach on the west side are good places to enjoy the sunset. Enjoy rich water sports. In addition to enjoying the scenery, Weizhou Island is also a paradise for water sports. Among them, the projects near Nanwan Beach are relatively rich, including water motorcycles, sea fishing and so on. This is also a popular diving spot on Weizhou Island. The suitable diving time is from 9:00 to 16:00. On Beike Beach, there will also be fishermen providing projects for going out to sea for fishing. Enjoy a leisurely cycling around the island. Weizhou Island is not very large. The transportation on the island is mainly bicycles and electric vehicles. There are also rental points at the docks where people land on the island and at various inns. The colorful road on the east coast is a famous ring road on Weizhou Island. The middle is black asphalt, and the two sides are red asphalt. It is very beautiful. The seascape along the way is extremely primitive. Whether it is hiking or renting a bicycle or electric vehicle for cycling, it is a very good experience.Recommended Itinerary: A typical visit to Weizhou Island involves an overnight stay. The suggested route includes: ‘Day 1: Crocodile Hill Scenic Area – Nanwan Ocean Sports Park – Dropwater Dan Screen – Nanwan Street; Day 2: Colorful Beach – Catholic Church – Shi Luokou Beach – Shell Beach.’ Start with a visit to the Crocodile Hill Scenic Area, where you can also see the main symbol of Weizhou Island.
Then, take a walk at the Nanwan Ocean Sports Park, which offers numerous photo spots, free beach chairs, and showers, as well as the opportunity to experience legitimate water sports activities. In the evening, head to Dropwater Dan Screen to enjoy the sunset and evening glow. For dinner and accommodation, Nanwan Street is the place to be. On the second day, rise early to watch the sunrise at Colorful Beach, and then rent a bicycle or electric scooter nearby to visit the Catholic Church. Follow the colorful road on your ride, and take a detour to Shell Beach. In the late afternoon, depart the island by boat. This concludes your fulfilling two-day tour of Weizhou Island. Dining and Accommodation Tips: Weizhou Island is famous for its delicious seafood. Nanwan Street serves as the local agricultural center where you can purchase seafood to have it processed by local restaurants. Additionally, Nanwan Street is known for its concentration of bars. Outside the Catholic Church, there is a small market where villagers sell local specialty snacks such as liangfen, ziba, and sweet potato cake at affordable prices. Accommodation on Weizhou Island is predominantly private inns, with Nanwan being a popular choice due to its convenience for dining and shopping, and its proximity to the island’s key attractions. The peak tourist season on Weizhou Island is from May to October, and it is advisable to book rooms in advance during holidays. Opening Hours: May 1st to October 31st from 08:00 to 18:00; November 1st to April 30th from 08:00 to 17:30. These are the opening times for Weizhou Island’s attractions, and flight times should be based on the purchased ferry tickets. The following times are for reference only: Departure: 08:00, 09:00, 10:15, 11:30, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00; Return: 10:15, 12:00, 14:30, 17:20. Flight times may change due to holidays or weather conditions, and should be confirmed upon actual booking. Preferential Policies: Children: Free admission for children aged 6 and under or with a height of 1.2 meters and under; free ferry tickets for children under 6 years old or with a height under 1.2 meters. Minors: Free admission for minors aged from the day after their 6th birthday to their 18th birthday; free ferry tickets for minors aged between 6 and 14 years old or with a height between 1.2 to 1. 4 meters.Children between 2 meters (inclusive) and 1.5 meters (exclusive) can enjoy discounted tickets. Seniors: Those aged 65 years old and above can enter for free with their ID cards. Those aged 60 years old (inclusive) to 65 years old (exclusive) can enjoy discounted tickets with valid certificates. Students: Full-time undergraduate and below students aged 18 years old (inclusive) to 24 years old (exclusive), including domestic full-time unified enrollment undergraduates, junior college students, secondary vocational school students, and higher vocational college students (excluding graduate students, adult education students, self-taught examination students, and short-term training college students), can enjoy discounted tickets with valid registered student ID cards or student cards. Residents: Local island residents can enter for free. Beihai citizens: Except for legal holidays and summer vacation period (July 1 – August 31), the ticket price is 30 yuan. Disabled people: Disabled people with valid certificates can enjoy discounted tickets. Reporters: Reporters with press cards issued by the General Administration of Press and Publication or the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television can enter for free. Military personnel: Active-duty military personnel, disabled military personnel, veterans who participated in wars, family members of martyrs, the disabled and deceased soldiers, and national comprehensive fire and rescue teams can enter for free. Tour guides leading groups: Tour guides with tour guide certificates and group departure lists can enter for free.
Service facilities: Parking lot: [Weizhou Island parking lot]. Reference price: Subject to the actual situation of the scenic area. Address: At the entrance of Weizhou Island. Parking spaces: Subject to the actual situation of the scenic area.
Luggage storage: Internal transportation: Reference price: Charged. Stroller rental: Reference price: Free, with a deposit of 200 yuan. Address: Tourist center.
