Wanning & Lingshui Surfing & Islands
Depart from Sanya and head north to Riyue Bay for surfing, returning via Boundary Island, Dan fish rafts, and Monkey Island.
The most popular weekend getaway around Sanya. Stay in Riyue Bay for two nights, spending one day learning to surf and another exploring islands and bays. The drive from Sanya to Riyue Bay takes about an hour. It offers a more laid-back vibe than Sanya, with accommodations leaning toward guesthouses. Public transport between attractions is limited, so renting a car is highly recommended. Surfing depends heavily on wave conditions, so keep your schedule flexible. Perfect for friends or couples.
Marine activities are often suspended during the typhoon season. Check the daily wave conditions and weather alerts before heading into the water.
Day by day
Day 1 · Boundary Island to Xiangshui Bay
Wanning & Lingshui（Fenjiezhou Island、Xiangshui Bay）
Drive from Sanya to Boundary Island Pier (about 1 hour 15 minutes), then head to Xiangshui Bay and Riyue Bay in the afternoon (about 20 minutes).
It is recommended to arrive on the island around 8:30 AM to beat the tour groups arriving after 10:00 AM.
Stay: Riyue Bay
Day 2 · Surfing at Riyue Bay
Wanning & Lingshui（Riyue Bay、Shimei Bay、Shenzhou Peninsula）
Spend the morning at Riyue Bay, drive along the coastal highway to Shenzhou Peninsula in the afternoon (about 40 minutes), and return to Riyue Bay in the evening.
Choose a club with certified coaches; a beginner's lesson takes about 1.5 hours.
Stay: Riyue Bay
Day 3 · Fish Rafts & Monkey Island to Sanya
Wanning & Lingshui（Xincun Harbour Tanka Fishing Rafts、Nanwan Monkey Island、Clearwater Bay）
Drive from Riyue Bay to Xincun (about 1 hour). Take the cable car or boat to Monkey Island, then return to Sanya via Clear Water Bay (about 1 hour).
Do not hold food in your hands on Monkey Island, and keep your personal belongings secure.