Xunliao Bay-Hawaii of the East
Xunliao Bay, located in Huizhou, Guangdong, is a national 4A-level scenic area and is known as the “Hawaii of the East.” Nestled between mountains and the sea, it features a 27-kilometer coastline and eight beautiful bays. The beaches here are characterized by their white and fine sand, while the clear waters reveal the seabed, making it an ideal natural bathing beach. The bay is also dotted with peculiar rocks and reefs along the coast, with Mozishi Scenic Area being a popular destination on the internet.
Must-See Highlights
Delta Island
Delta Island, located south of Xunliao Bay in Huizhou, is China's first privately-owned island with legal property rights. It is renowned as "China's Maldives" for its crystal-clear waters, unique rocks, and fine white sand. The island features three beaches, a crescent-shaped inner bay, and a natural stone sculpture park. It also offers luxurious villas, diving facilities, and various water sports such as cliff swings, jet skiing, and snorkeling.
Travel Information
Opening Hours: Daily from 8:00 to 17:30.
Speedboat Times: 10:30, 14:30.
Suggested Visit Duration: 4-6 hours.
Mozishi Scenic Area
Mozishi Scenic Area is located in Xunliao Bay and is famous for its stone forest landscape. The park is home to a variety of uniquely-shaped rocks, among which the most famous is the “Wind-Pushed Millstone,” a rock that sways in the wind. It stands 4.37 meters tall and weighs about 200 tons. Known for its “uniqueness, danger, and swaying motion,” it has been recorded as one of China's geographical extremes. The park features fine sandy beaches and clear seawater, making it an ideal spot for hiking, rock viewing, and photography.
Travel Information
Opening Hours: All the time.
Suggested Visit Duration: 1.5 hours.
Sea Turtle Bay Nature Reserve
The Sea Turtle Bay Nature Reserve is located in Huizhou, and it is the only place in mainland China where green sea turtles migrate to lay eggs, as well as the only sea turtle nature reserve on the Asian mainland. Established in 1992, the reserve covers an area of 1,400 hectares and features a subtropical maritime climate with beautiful environment and fine sandy beaches. It serves not only as an important habitat for sea turtles but also hosts a sea turtle conservation base that conducts educational activities. Visitors can tour the sea turtle breeding area to learn about sea turtles.
Travel Information
Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 daily.
Suggested visit duration: 2-3 hours.
Best Time to Visit
The best seasons to visit Xunliao Bay are spring and autumn (March to May and September to November).
In spring, the climate is warm, and the seawater gradually warms up, making it ideal for beach strolling and water activities. You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of blooming flowers.
In autumn, the weather is cool, and the seawater temperature is moderate, perfect for sunbathing on the beach and water sports. Additionally, there are relatively fewer tourists during this time.
These two seasons are characterized by pleasant climates and abundant tourism resources, making them the optimal choices for experiencing the coastal scenery and leisure activities of Xunliao Bay.
