Hello Guishan Island

Guishan Island is a beautiful island in Zhuhai's Wanshan Archipelago, known for its natural scenery, fishing village customs, and seafood cuisine. The following is a detailed travel guide to help you plan your trip easily: 1️⃣ Basic Information ✅ Geographical location: Southeastern Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai, adjacent to Hong Kong and Macao. Transportation: By boat: Depart from Zhuhai Xiangzhou Port or Hengqin Pier, the journey takes about 50 minutes (Xiangzhou Port has more services, it is recommended to buy tickets in advance on the "Xiangzhou Port" official account). Ferry ticket price: Ordinary class is CNY 85–100/one way, prices may increase during holidays. Best season: Spring and Autumn (October to April of the following year), avoid the typhoon-prone summer. 2️⃣ Must-Visit Attractions ✅ 1. Guishan Ship Memorial Park Features: Built to commemorate the "Guishan Ship Battle" of the Liberation War. The coastal boardwalk offers a panoramic view of the magnificent sea view and is suitable for taking pictures. Tips: Go in the early morning or evening for soft light and fewer people. 2. Guishan Lighthouse Features: Zhuhai's iconic lighthouse, the red and white appearance contrasts sharply with the blue sea, especially romantic at sunset. 3. Dolphin Bay Beach Features: The only artificial beach on the island, where you can swim, play in the sand, and is suitable for family trips. The water is clear, but pay attention to sun protection. 4. Wen Tianxiang Cultural Square Features: Commemorates the national hero Wen Tianxiang, and you can enjoy the sea view while learning about history. 5. Island Ring Road Hiking/Cycling Recommended route: Starting from the pier, along the island ring road passing through fishing villages and rocky beaches, the whole journey takes about 2–3 hours, renting a bicycle costs about CNY 30/hour. 3️⃣ Food Recommendations 🍜 -Seafood feast: Seafood restaurants near the pier (such as "Jiangxing Seafood Restaurant") offer freshly caught oysters, general's hats, goose barnacles, etc., costing about CNY 80–150 per person. Local snacks: Try the fishing village tea fruit (glutinous rice cake) and sea urchin fried rice. Self-purchase and processing: You can buy seafood at the pier market and take it to the restaurant for processing (processing fee is about CNY 15–30/portion). 4️⃣ Accommodation Recommendations 🏬 High-end choice: Guishan Island Blue Coast Homestay (sea view room, about CNY 600/night). Cost-effective choice: Fisherman's homestay (CNY 200–400/night, experience the life of fishermen). Camping: Some beaches allow camping, you need to bring your own equipment (consult the management office in advance). 5️⃣ Itinerary (2 Days and 1 Night) ✅ Day 1: Arrive on the island → rent a car around the island → Guishan Ship Park → Lighthouse sunset → Seafood dinner. Day 2: Dolphin Bay Beach → Wen Tianxiang Square → Stroll around the fishing village → Return trip. 6️⃣ Precautions ⚠️ Sun and mosquito protection: The island has strong ultraviolet rays, so prepare sunscreen and hats; there are many mosquitoes in summer. Cash preparation: Some small shops may not support mobile payment. Environmental protection: Do not litter and protect the marine environment. Ferry schedule inquiry: Ships may be suspended in bad weather, confirm the announcement before departure. Guishan Island is suitable for tourists who like a slow pace and natural scenery. It will be quieter if you avoid weekends and holidays. Bring your camera and a good mood and enjoy the charm of this niche island!