About Yalong Bay
Yalong Bay is Sanya's crown jewel — a 7.5-kilometer crescent of powdery white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water that consistently ranks among China's best beaches. Unlike the more crowded Dadonghai and Sanya Bay, Yalong Bay maintains a more upscale, relaxed atmosphere, with luxury resorts lining the shore and the beach itself remaining largely undeveloped.
The bay's waters are calm and warm year-round, thanks to Sanya's tropical latitude at 18 degrees north. The beach is ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. The sand is fine and white, perfect for barefoot walks along the shore. At sunset, the sky transforms into a canvas of orange and pink, reflected in the still waters. For visitors seeking a tropical beach experience without leaving China, Yalong Bay delivers.
What Not to Miss
The white sand beach — some of the finest in China, perfect for swimming and sunbathing.
Sunset views — the western-facing bay offers spectacular evening skies.
Water sports — jet skiing, parasailing, and banana boats available along the beach.
