Total Distance: ~245 km
Duration: 3 Days
Route: Sanya → Lingshui → Baoting → Sanya
Explore the best of Hainan’s coastline and tropical interior by bike. This route blends beautiful beaches, rainforest rides, local culture, and hot spring relaxation — ideal for intermediate riders seeking scenic diversity.
Day 1 – Sanya → Lingshui (~95 km)
Route: Sanya Bay → Haitang Bay → Clearwater Bay → Lingshui Town
Road Type: Coastal roads & provincial highways (mostly flat with gentle climbs)
🚴 Highlights:
Start your journey along Sanya Bay, perfect for a cool morning ride with sea breeze and wide bike lanes.
Pass by Haitang Bay, home to some of Hainan’s most luxurious resorts and the iconic Wuzhizhou Island pier — a great photo stop.
Take a break at seafood markets along the coastal road for fresh coconut juice or grilled squid.
Glide into Clearwater Bay (Qingshuiwan), a quieter stretch of white sand beach — ideal for a peaceful rest or swim.
Arrive in Lingshui Town, where you can explore a night market and taste local Li ethnic cuisine such as bamboo rice and wild vegetables.
🏨 Overnight: Lingshui Town (budget hotels, coastal guesthouses, or Li-style inns)
✨ End the day with a relaxing beach walk or enjoy a local herbal soup to restore energy.
Day 2 – Lingshui → Baoting (~70 km)
Route: Lingshui → Yanoda Rainforest → Baoting Town
Road Type: Gradual inland climb with winding roads through low mountains and tropical forest
🚴 Highlights:
Ride inland through lush banana groves, palm forests, and small farming villages.
Optional stop at Yanoda Rainforest Park: stretch your legs with a short jungle walk, cross hanging bridges, or cool off under a natural waterfall.
Continue north into Baoting, a tranquil Li-Miao Autonomous County known for its hot springs, traditional festivals, and herbal wellness culture.
Try a hot spring bath in the evening — ideal for soothing your muscles after a full day’s climb.
🏨 Overnight: Baoting Hot Spring Resort, mountain guesthouse, or eco-lodge
✨ This inland leg offers a peaceful escape from the coast and a true taste of Hainan’s tropical heart.
Day 3 – Baoting → Sanya (~80 km)
Route: Baoting → Yalong Bay Forest Park → Sanya
Road Type: Descending from hills, mixed terrain (mostly downhill + flats)
🚴 Highlights:
Enjoy a refreshing downhill ride as the forested hills open back toward the sea.
Optional detour to Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park: hike or ride into the lush park made famous by the film If You Are the One II.
Arrive in Yalong Bay, known for turquoise waters and palm-lined beaches — perfect for a post-ride swim or beachfront nap.
Continue on to Dadonghai Beach or downtown Sanya City.
Celebrate the completion of your cycling adventure with a delicious seafood dinner and cold drink as the sun sets over the bay.
🏨 Optional Post-Tour Stay: Sanya Bay, Dadonghai, or Yalong Bay (depending on budget and preference)
✨ End your 3-day cycling loop with tropical vibes and coastal relaxation — you’ve earned it!
✅ Travel Tips & Essentials
☀️ Weather: Hainan is hot and humid year-round. Wear sunscreen, a breathable cycling jersey, and a sun visor.
💧 Hydration: Carry 2 water bottles minimum; refill at convenience stores or local cafés along the way.
🚐 Support Vehicle: Recommended if traveling in a group or carrying luggage.
🚲 Bike Type: Road bikes or light touring bikes with good tires for mixed terrain.
🛏️ Accommodations: Book hot spring resorts and beachfront stays in advance (especially Nov–Feb peak season).
📍 Navigation: Use Gaode Map (Amap) or Komoot with offline maps enabled for bike-friendly routing.
🧰 Safety: Basic repair kit, lights, and extra tubes recommended. Some stretches between Lingshui and Baoting are remote.