01City Guide
Weizhou Island
涠洲岛
All Ages
Admission
Ferry tickets commonly start from CNY 150 one way; Weizhou Island entry ticket is CNY 98.
Typical Visit
1-2 nights recommended; same-day trips are rushed
Quick Facts
Ticket
Included in the CNY 98 Weizhou Island entry ticket.
Hours
Open beach area; visit in daylight and check tide timing before sunset.
Transport
No direct metro; ferry to Weizhou Island, then use an electric scooter, hired car, or island transport to Dishui Danping
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Time
Clear late afternoons; low tide is better for cliffs and reef textures
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Use it as a southwest-island sunset stop
Dishui Danping is on the southwest side of Weizhou Island. It does not charge a separate main entrance fee because it is included in the island entry ticket.
Tip:Plan it after you are already on Weizhou Island rather than as a separate destination from Beihai city.
2
Arrive by scooter or nearby stay
Renting an electric scooter is the easiest way to get there. If you stay near Dishui Village or Shiluokou, this works well as an evening walk.
Tip:Staying nearby reduces night riding after sunset.
3
Come after late afternoon light softens
Arrive after about 4:00 pm. See the reddish-brown cliff and beach first, then stay for sunset.
Tip:This timing gives you the cliff texture before the sun drops, then the evening color over the water.
4
Check the tide before going down
Check the tide before visiting. At low tide, the cliff, reefs, and beach are more complete; at high tide, the walkable area becomes smaller.
Tip:Tide timing affects both photos and how much of the beach you can safely use.
Highlights
- Dishui Danping is better for sunset, reddish cliffs, and seaside portraits than for a heavy sightseeing route.
- The cliff has volcanic and sea-eroded textures, giving it more color and layers than a normal beach.
- At sunset, the sea, cliff, and silhouettes work well together, making it a good choice for your first or second evening on the island.
- Accommodation and dining options nearby are convenient, so staying in this area reduces backtracking.
- You can choose between Dishui Danping and Shiluokou for sunset, or visit both if you have enough time.
Insider Tips
✦If you want to photograph the cliff and beach, check both sunset time and low-tide time.
✦Reefs and wet areas can be slippery. If you wear a long dress for photos, watch the waves and uneven ground.
✦After sunset, many people leave at the same time. Ride slowly because island roads are darker than city roads.
✦This is a 1-2 hour evening stop. It does not need half a day.
More Beihai Attractions
02City Guide
Crocodile Mountain Scenic Area
鳄鱼山景区
All Ages
Admission
Included in the CNY 98 Weizhou Island entry ticket; sightseeing vehicle commonly costs around CNY 20 one way.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours
03City Guide
Wucai Beach
五彩滩
All Ages
Admission
Included in the CNY 98 Weizhou Island entry ticket; shuttle to the viewing area commonly costs around CNY 10.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours
04City Guide
Shiluokou Beach
石螺口海滩
All Ages
Admission
Free beach access after entering Weizhou Island; the island entry ticket is CNY 98.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours; longer if waiting for sunset
05Built Heritage
Shengtang Catholic Church
涠洲盛塘天主教堂
All Ages
Admission
Usually no separate main ticket after entering Weizhou Island; the island entry ticket is CNY 98.
Typical Visit
45-60 minutes; 1-2 hours with photos or a village meal
06City Guide
Shell Beach
贝壳沙滩
All Ages
Admission
Free beach access after entering Weizhou Island; the island entry ticket is CNY 98.
Typical Visit
45 minutes-1.5 hours