Video Hainan, Beyond the Beaches: Find Your Next Adventure

Caves in Changjiang, misty rice terraces in Wuzhishan, coastal wildlife and traditional Li villages — there’s plenty of Hainan worth getting out to see.

This short film brings together my original photographs from around the island. Watch it below, then follow the links to find out more about the places that catch your eye.

Explore the places in the video

Emperor Cave — Changjiang — Limestone formations, ancient history and a winding mountain approach.

Mulan Bay — Wenchang — Lighthouse views, crescent beaches and coastal camping.

Xixiu Beach — Haikou — Sailing, windsurfing and kiteboarding.

Bei Gang Island — Haikou — Fishing heritage, tidal flats and island life.

Dongzhai Wetlands — Haikou — Mangroves, migratory birds and the wildlife along the shore.

Foguang Temple — Wenchang — Buddhist architecture and the Pilgrimage Avenue.

Yahu Rice Terraces — Wuzhishan — An honest guide to the terraces, their agricultural heritage and visiting at dawn.

Chubaocun — Wuzhishan — Thatched homes and the cultural heritage of Hainan’s Li people.

Where will you explore next?