Wailingding Island｜2 Days 1 Night Healing Island Guide

No need to fly to Sanya! Hidden in Zhuhai, Guangdong, is a lesser-known yet stunning island—Wailingding Island. It’s sparsely populated with beautiful scenery, and the water is so clear you can see swimming fish. Every photo looks like a scene from a Studio Ghibli animation! If you want to escape the city for the weekend, just follow this guide～👇 🚢【Transportation Guide】 - From Zhuhai: One-way ticket costs 140 RMB, and the ferry takes about 70 minutes. - From Shenzhen: Take a ferry from Shekou Port to Wailingding Island, one-way ticket is 170 RMB, and the sailing time is also about 70 minutes. 🏡【Accommodation Recommendations】 - There are few hotels on the island, mostly guesthouses, so it’s recommended to book in advance. Many guesthouses are converted from residential homes with decent hygiene conditions. Prices are around 200-300 RMB per person, and you can choose according to your budget. 📸【Must-Visit Attractions】 Ore Lake 👉 The lake water is a fresh Tiffany blue, surrounded by mountains. Wearing a white dress for photos is super photogenic. It’s a 30-minute walk from the pier, or you can take a sightseeing shuttle (10 RMB/person) to save time and effort. Jade Belt Path 🌊 👉 This trail is located on both sides of the front of Wailingding Island, winding through the mountains and reefs. Also called the “Lovers’ Road,” it stretches between green trees and blue sea. The sunset view here is especially worth seeing—romantic and healing. Shijing Mountain Park 👉 The park’s main peak is 311.8 meters high, with majestic and beautiful terrain. You can climb to the top early in the morning to watch the sunrise and overlook the entire Wailingding Island and surrounding sea views. The whole hike takes about 1 hour, or you can take a sightseeing shuttle halfway up and then walk to the summit. Twin Pavilion Beach 👉 Here you can play in the water, dig sand, and snorkel. It’s especially suitable for families with kids, making parent-child interaction super fun. 🦞【Food Guide】 - 🌟 Near the pier, there is a seafood market where you can pick fresh seafood yourself and then find a restaurant to cook it. Be aware that many vendors aggressively solicit customers, so make sure to agree on cooking prices with the restaurant in advance to avoid disputes. - 🌟 Recommended to try the island’s “Seafood Trio”: helmet shell, sea urchin, and dog conch. Also, salt and pepper mantis shrimp and garlic steamed scallops are delicious and must-try. - 🌟 For snacks, seaweed jelly and coconut jelly are refreshing and perfect for cleansing the palate after meals, definitely worth trying. 📅【2 Days 1 Night Itinerary Reference】 Day 1: After arrival, visit the tourist center for information → check in at the Lighthouse Pier → stroll along the Jade Belt Path to enjoy the sea view → take beautiful photos at Ore Lake Day 2: Wake up early to watch the sunrise at Shijing Mountain Park → visit Beidi Temple for blessings → pack up and prepare to return ⁉️【Practical Tips】 - ✔️ The island has strong UV rays, so be sure to protect yourself from the sun: sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, and sun-protective clothing are all essential to avoid sunburn. - ✔️ The island is densely vegetated, so watch out for mosquitoes and snakes. Do not enter unopened areas to ensure safety. - ✔️ For those prone to seasickness, it’s recommended to take seasickness medicine 1 hour before departure, choose seats at the back of the boat, and try to avoid looking at your phone. This method has been tested to reduce seasickness. - ✔️ Check the weather before you go and choose a sunny day—cloudy days make the sea look gray and dull, which greatly affects the experience.