【October-December Chongzuo Beihai Weizhou Island Guide｜

【October-December Chongzuo Beihai Weizhou Island Guide｜5 days 4 nights off-peak travel, avoiding crowds for autumn and winter romance🌊🌴】 Who says autumn and winter are only for staying home? Between the border mountains and waters of Guangxi and the southern tropical islands, lies a neglected golden travel season— October to December in Chongzuo, Beihai, and Weizhou Island, with comfortable temperatures, fewer tourists, and peak scenery, making it the best choice to escape the cold and chase the warm sun🌞 🌦️ Weather Overview｜A gentle season perfect for slow travel Location Temperature Weather Features ------ -------- ------------------ Chongzuo 12-28℃ Slightly cool mornings and evenings needing a jacket, sunny and dry days, ideal for cycling and hiking Beihai/Weizhou Island 18-30℃ Gentle sea breeze, reduced UV rays, crystal-clear seawater ✅ This season: Detian Waterfall has moderate water flow, not turbulent but more poetic Mingshi Tianyuan’s rice fields turn golden like a painting, perfect for family photos Weizhou Island enters the off-season, with cheap homestays, fresh seafood, and great snorkeling! 🌟 Trip Highlights｜A double harvest of unique photo spots × deep experiences ✨ Detian Transnational Waterfall × China-Vietnam border charm After November, avoid summer crowds; bamboo rafts slowly glide between the three-tiered waterfalls, with refreshing mist to relieve stress. 📌 Border market treasures: Vietnamese coffee ¥5/package, slippers ¥20, aromatic candles great value! 🌾 Mingshi Tianyuan × Autumn rice field art maze Late October rice ripens, golden fields form “rice field paintings,” with a new rice field maze + viewing platform, cycling through it, every shot looks like a National Geographic cover📸 🏝 Weizhou Island × Pristine volcanic landscape + blue hour silhouettes Quieter than Sanya, wilder than Gulangyu— No commercial street noise here, only volcanic rocks, cactus clusters, tidal pools at low tide, and the sound of waves under the starry sky. 🗺️ 5 days 4 nights cost-effective itinerary reference (suitable for families/couples/friends) D1-D2｜Nanning → Chongzuo｜A secret realm beyond Guilin’s mountains and waters 🚗 About 2.5 hours drive from Nanning (recommended charter or self-drive) 📍 Detian Transnational Waterfall (on the Guichun River, China-Vietnam border) 🚤 Must experience: ride a bamboo raft to the waterfall base, look up at the three-tiered cascading falls 📷 Photo tips: choose the front middle seat on the bamboo raft to avoid water splashes blocking the lens; use slow shutter speed for silky water effect 🛍 China-Vietnam border market: buy Vietnamese coffee beans, handmade soaps, ethnic-style accessories, great prices 📍 Mingshi Tianyuan (filming location of "The Journey of Flower") 🚣 Bamboo raft drifting while listening to boatmen sing Zhuang folk songs, karst peaks reflected in the water on both sides 🚴 Recommended cycling/e-bike route: Mingshi Bridge → Rice field maze → Viewing platform → Farmhouse lunch 🌅 Stay in a rice field homestay at dusk, with mountain and water views from the window, sleeping to the sound of insects at night 📌 Pitfall reminders: ❌ Don’t rent old-fashioned bicycles at the scenic spot entrance (tiring and worn out) ✅ Stay directly at the homestay, which provides free e-bikes for easy circuit riding! D3｜Chongzuo → Beihai → Weizhou Island｜Transition day from mountains and waters to the sea 🚗 Chongzuo to Beihai: about 3.5 hours drive 🚢 Beihai International Passenger Port → Weizhou Island: 1.5-hour high-speed ferry (recommend buying early tickets for calmer seas) 🌤 Half-day tour of Beihai Silver Beach (optional) Morning digging sand and beachcombing, collecting shells, building sandcastles, perfect family time Lunch can try Qiaogang Old Street delicacies (recommended Zhouji Crab Noodles) ⛴ Boarding tips: ⚠️ Easy to get seasick on the boat, apply seasickness patches or take medicine in advance 📱 Follow the “Weizhou Island Tourism” official account for daily ferry schedules and weather 🏡 Recommended stay: Dishui Danping Seaview Homestay ✔ 3-minute walk to the beach, unbeatable sunset views ✔ Rooms with balconies, wake up to the sound of the tide D4｜Weizhou Island in-depth day tour｜Volcanic geology + marine ecology full check-in 🛵 Rent an electric scooter to circle the island (¥50/day), flexible and free 📍 Crocodile Mountain Volcano Park (must visit!) 🌋 30,000-year-old volcanic eruption remains, boardwalk around the crater, panoramic view of Nanwan Bay 🪨 “Volcanic eggs” wonder: black basalt spheres scattered on the cliff edge, like alien relics 📚 Geological science museum inside the park, kids can learn while playing 📍 Five-Color Beach tidal pools (most beautiful at low tide) 🕐 Check tide times (usually low tide 9-11 am) 🦀 Catch small crabs, hermit crabs, starfish with kids; cactus clusters in rock crevices are super healing 📸 After the tide recedes, the reefs reflect like mirrors, perfect for stunning reflection photos! 📍 Shiluokou Beach 🤿 Recommended snorkeling spot in the afternoon! Clear water, high coral visibility (equipment available for rent onsite) 🌅 Blue hour (20 minutes after sunset) silhouette shots: person facing away from the sea, outline edged in gold D5｜Weizhou Island free exploration → Return to Beihai 🌅 Early morning sunrise on the east coast (best views near Dishui Village) 🛵 Continue island exploration to discover hidden spots: Liuxia Village: artistic village, famous coconut jelly shop here Coral Museum: learn about Weizhou Island’s ecological protection, kids love the interactive exhibits 🦐 Must-eat before leaving: seafood freedom at Nanwan Street! Choose fresh flower crabs, mantis shrimp, grouper at Nanwan Street Market, fresh and cheap Find nearby homestays/restaurants to cook for you (¥10-15 per dish) 💰 Eat your fill for about ¥50 per person, truly achieving “seafood freedom”! 🚢 Afternoon ferry back to Beihai, end of the trip 🍜 Food Highlights & Warnings｜Authentic tastes to avoid pitfalls ✅ Must-try list 📍 Chongzuo 🍚 Zhuang Minority Bamboo Basket Feast: five-color glutinous rice + lemongrass grilled meat + sour bamboo shoot stir-fried beef, a feast for eyes and taste buds 🐖 Zuoji Roast Pork: crispy skin, tender meat, a local old brand with queues 📍 Beihai 🐛 Sandworm Porridge: nourishing and healthy, consistently good at Qiaogang Old Street’s “Zhouji Crab Noodles” 🌯 Vietnamese Rice Rolls: chewy rice sheets with crushed peanuts + fish sauce, freshly made for best flavor 📍 Weizhou Island 🐖 Banana Pig Roast: unique island breed, fragrant and not greasy, best at farmhouse near Five-Color Beach 🥥 Coconut Jelly: from Liuxia Village’s “Coconut Ice Hall,” sweet and refreshing, summer heat relief must-have ❌ Avoid these 🚫 So-called “wild mushroom hotpot” at scenic entrances is mostly cultivated mushrooms, overpriced 🚫 Seafood weighing scams: watch out for short weights, use fair scales or choose clearly priced restaurants ✅ Recommended: “270° Sunset Sea View Restaurant” with transparent pricing, dine while watching the sunset, great atmosphere 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations｜Every night worth looking forward to Type Recommended Location Features ------ ------------------- ----------------------------- Chongzuo Mingshi Tianyuan Rice Field Homestay Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows facing mountains and waters, some rooms with soaking tubs Detian Waterfall View Homestay Window views of the waterfall, very private Weizhou Island Dishui Danping Seaview Rooms Walking distance to the beach, prime sunset viewing spot Shiluokou Family Homestay With small courtyard, self-catering, family-friendly Beihai Silver Beach Seaview Hotel Walk to sunrise, clean beach Old Street Retro Inn Nanyang arcade style, great for photos and check-ins 💡 Helpful Tips｜Small details to make your trip smoother 1️⃣ Document Preparation Border areas require ID card (frequent checks at Detian Waterfall) If planning a cross-border day trip to Vietnam, travel agencies can help get border permits (about ¥30) 2️⃣ Transportation Suggestions Chongzuo attractions are scattered, chartering a car is most convenient (about ¥600-800/day, 7-seat business vehicle) Weizhou Island electric scooter rental ¥50/day, check brakes, battery, tires before pickup 3️⃣ Sunscreen Reminder ☀️ Though it’s autumn, UV rays by the sea are still strong! ✅ Sunglasses + wide-brim hat + high SPF sunscreen (SPF50+ PA++++) ✅ Reapply every 2 hours, especially after swimming or sweating 4️⃣ Environmental Protection 🌍 Please do not take corals, shells, or other natural resources 🗑 Carry your trash with you, protect this pure land This autumn and winter, no need to fly to Southeast Asia, no need to squeeze into Xishuangbanna, between Guangxi’s border mountains and volcanic islands, a low-key yet stunning golden route is shining✨ From Chongzuo’s rice field paintings to Weizhou’s sunset silhouettes, from Detian Waterfall’s mist to Shiluokou’s underwater world, this is a gentle encounter with nature, culture, and slow living.