Beihai Silver Shore

Cathedral Reef

Crocodile Mountain Wall

Nanwan Harbor Reef

Shiluobei Coral Garden

Weizhou Deep Pinnacle

Weizhou North Wall

Weizhou Whale Shark Point

Weizhou Island food culture revolves around incredibly fresh seafood brought in daily by local fishing boats. The island is famous for its banana plantations, producing sweet small bananas that are a local delicacy, as well as volcanic mineral-rich soil that gives produce distinctive flavors. Beihai’s food scene features traditional Guangxi cuisine with strong Cantonese influences, emphasizing steaming, stir-frying, and soup preparation that highlights natural flavors. Must-try specialties include Weizhou abalone, sea snail dishes, and the famous Beihai shrimp cakes. The night markets in both Beihai and Weizhou offer an unforgettable dining experience with rows of seafood stalls displaying the day’s catch.

Weizhou Island Coral Hotel

Beihai Silver Beach Resort

Weizhou Nanwan Guesthouse

Beihai Beachfront Hotel

Weizhou Island and Beihai represent Guangxi province’s premier diving destination, centered around China’s youngest volcanic island where dramatic geological formations create extraordinary underwater landscapes. Weizhou Island, formed by volcanic eruptions approximately 10,000 years ago, features spectacular basalt sea cliffs that continue underwater as walls, caves, and pinnacles colonized by vibrant coral communities. The island’s coral reefs are among the most northerly in the South China Sea, supporting over 30 species of hard coral and a rich diversity of tropical and subtropical marine species. Diving highlights include the dramatic sea cliffs at Crocodile Mountain, the coral gardens at Shiluobei Beach, and the seasonal aggregation of whale sharks that visit the waters between Weizhou and the mainland from December through April. Beihai on the mainland offers Silver Beach, one of China’s finest beaches, with accessible shore diving and snorkeling on nearshore reefs. The combination of volcanic geology, healthy coral ecosystems, whale shark encounters, and the laid-back island atmosphere makes Weizhou one of China’s most exciting emerging diving destinations. The island’s protected marine reserve status ensures ongoing conservation of these unique underwater environments.

Guangxi – Weizhou Island & Beihai

Optimal diving with warm water, excellent visibility, and calm seas.

Cooler winter months or typhoon-prone summer period with reduced visibility.

Good conditions with slightly cooler water and fewer crowds.

Explore the dramatic volcanic coastline with sea cliffs, sea arches, and tidal pools

Crocodile Mountain volcanic geological park

Visit the unique 19th century Gothic cathedral built from coral stone by French missionaries

Weizhou Island Catholic Church visit

Enjoy crystal clear water and accessible coral reef snorkeling from the beach

Shiluobei Beach snorkeling and swimming

Walk along one of China most beautiful beaches with powdery white sand

Beihai Silver Beach sunset walk

Visit the large aquarium featuring local marine species and coral reef exhibits

Beihai Underwater World aquarium

Experience the vibrant night market with freshly caught seafood cooked to order

Weizhou Island night market seafood feast

Fly into Beihai Fucheng Airport (BHY) with connections from major Chinese cities, or take the high-speed train to Beihai from Nanning (1.5 hours). Weizhou Island is reached by ferry from Beihai International Ferry Terminal, approximately 60-80 minutes crossing.

Dive Sites in Guangxi – Weizhou Island & Beihai