Brave Hainan: an island where dreams come true

The People's Republic of China has more than three thousand islands, but the second largest is the island of Hainan. Today, only a lazy person has not heard of Hainan.

In this article we will tell you why you should visit this island, and how to get the most out of your vacation!

We will give our recommendations to both tourists with a budget limit and those who want to relax with chic.

So, where is the island of Hainan?

This is southern China, the island is on the same latitude as Hawaii, so many call it “Eastern Hawaii”.

The average annual air temperature on the island is + 24 ° C, which can not but please, especially when you escape from cold Russia in winter.

Regarding the sea in which you will swim: this is the South China Sea, the average annual water temperature in which is + 26 ° C.

It is worth noting that the island welcomes tourists all year round. More than 300 days a year there is clear sunny weather.

 

How long does it take to fly to the island?

If you fly a direct flight (which, of course, is more expensive), the flight will take from 8.5 (as indicated on the websites of many airlines) to 10-11 hours.

Flying with transfers, although cheaper, but much more unpredictable. Here the flight time can take from 12 to 48 hours.

Therefore, if you do not want to fly for so long, as well as change 2 or even 3 aircraft, then we recommend flying to Hainan by direct flight and do not save money.

 

How much will flights to Hainan cost?

Direct flights Moscow-Hainan (Sanya) fly airline China Eastern.

Prices for tickets to the first class round-trip start from about 200 000 rubles (no more than 1 transfer).

Flights from Moscow to Hainan with a transfer are carried out every day and are cheaper. On the New Year holidays, the prices of economy class round-trip tickets start from about 39,000 rubles.

From Moscow to Hainan with a transfer fly such airlines as Aeroflot, Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines and Hainan Airlines.

 

How much will a trip to Hainan cost?

Note that now New Year tours to Hainan are sold cheaper than other destinations in Southeast Asia.

If you take a ticket for 7 days, the current cost of vouchers in the booking systems of tour operators is from 100 thousand rubles for two. This is due to the rather high load of flights to Hainan during the New Year holidays (more than 70%, which allows tour operators to work with greater profitability).

 

How much is the cheapest accommodation on the island?

In Sanya Bay, housing will be the cheapest. Even in Sanya, you can save money if you rent not a hotel room, but an apartment, of which a huge number is rented.

For example, one-bedroom studio apartment with kitchen can be found from 300 yuan ($50) per day, the price depends on the location and furnishings.

 

What are the best hotels and hotels on the island?

In five-star hotels in Hainan, the average price per night is about 12,000 rubles. The best hotels are New State Guesthouse, Horizon Resort & Spa, Kempinski Hotel Sanya, Yalong Bay Villas & SPA Resort and others.

 

What excursions to visit on the island of Hainan?

The island itself is a very picturesque sight, where tourists can enjoy exotic nature, rich flora and fauna, as well as original lifestyle.

First, Hainan is famous for its thermal springs (Xinglong, Nantian, Guantan, Nanping, etc.), which is especially important for those who want to improve their health. To Sanya (the tourist center of Hainan Island) Nantian is closest. They are located 30 km under the open sky. Not only is it very easy to reach them by bus, paying about 140 yuan, but many Sanya hotels offer free shuttle service to their guests.

Secondly, you can go to the capital of the island - the city of Haikou. Despite the abundance of modern architecture, the local population managed to preserve buildings with elements of Portuguese and Chinese colonial culture.

We consider it mandatory to visit the Butterfly Gorge. In the Chinese park-reserve lives a huge number of species of butterflies. Some of the species have always lived on the island, and some were specially brought from different parts of the world: South America, Africa, as well as from countries of Southeast Asia.

20 kilometers from the city of Sanya you can see the real Edge of the World, which is a park - a stone composition. On the sandy coast there are lumps of the most incredible shapes and sizes, which creates an amazing picture. Don't forget your camera!

Also quite in demand among tourists is an excursion to the Ma An volcano. Don’t worry – the volcano has long been extinct, and the locals have all the necessary security measures. Although the road to the top is paved with frozen magma, there is a special platform for viewing the panorama and it is fenced with railings.

In conclusion, we advise you to visit the Nanshan Buddhist Center, which is famous for its beautiful temples. The crown of creation is a golden statue of a thousand-armed goddess, inlaid with precious jewelry.

 

How do you get around the island? How much does public transport cost?

There are high-speed trains on the island, the fare of which is about 85 yuan. You can also travel on buses on a budget, the ticket price is 1-2 yuan.

In addition, there are minibuses, and you can also catch a taxi. On average, a taxi will cost you 10-12 yuan for the first 4 km, for each subsequent one - 1-2 yuan.

Those who are not limited by the budget can afford to ride rickshaws and bicycle rickshaws. It will cost about 8 yuan per landing and 1 km.

You can also rent a car - prices start from 300 yuan per day, taking into account the fact that you will still issue a driver's license. The mortgage and insurance are paid separately. So if you have the means and do not want to mess with documents, you can take a car driver, which will cost about 500-800 yuan per day.

 

Dear travelers, we have come to the end of this article. We hope that our tips will help you to spend unforgettable time on the island of Hainan.

Have a pleasant trip and a fabulous holiday!

 

Text by Natalia Milovidova