Qixianling Hot Spring National Forest Park
七仙岭
Seven sharp peaks in a row about 7 km north of Baoting county seat. Visiting the summit for rainforest and cloud views and then soaking in the hot springs at the foot of the mountains is a classic combination.
Qixianling lies about 8 km north of the Baoting county seat. Its main peak is about 1,107 m above sea level, and seven sharp, bamboo-shoot-like peaks stand side by side. Legend says they are where the seven fairy maidens descended to earth. It is part of the Hainan Tropical Rainforest National Park. The Qixianling hot springs at the foot of the mountains are low-mineralized metasilicic acid waters with a temperature of over 70°C. More than ten hot spring hotels and guesthouses surround the area, offering everything from public pools to private tubs. Hiking route: from the scenic area entrance, climb along wooden boardwalks and stone steps through tropical mountain rainforest to the observation platform at the main peak. The one-way trip takes about 1.5 to 2.5 hours. The last section is steep and requires using both hands and feet, and some sections have chain railings. The views are excellent, but the hike is physically demanding. Suggested plan: climb in the morning, soak in the hot springs in the afternoon, and stay one night. Entry costs about 40 to 60 yuan, subject to on-site prices, and hot spring use is charged separately by each hotel. Getting there: about 1 hour's drive from Sanya city center, and about 15 minutes by taxi from Baoting county seat. Nearby Miao villages can be visited on the way. Note: climbing is prohibited on rainy days and during thunderstorms.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–17:00 (hiking); hot spring hotel open until late night