National Geographic Certified! Naozhou Island, China's No.1 Volcanic Island, Takes Your Breath Away!

OMG! Guangdong hides a "Pearl of the South China Sea"🌊 The black reef coastline resembles Iceland, the lighthouse sunset is breathtaking, and you can even pet century-old sea turtles—this Naozhou Island, featured in "The Bad Kids," is what I call the ultimate beauty among Guangdong's islands!

🌟【7 Must-Visit Magical Spots】

1️⃣ Nayan Bay·Volcanic Black Sand Beach

Go during low tide! Black lava reefs shaped by waves create surreal formations, with glass-like seawater shimmering between rocks. Just sit on the reef for an "Iceland vibes" photo📸 Bring a bucket and shovel—you can collect conches and crabs at low tide (best harvest at 4 AM!).

2️⃣ Naozhou Lighthouse·Century-Old Sunset Theater

One of the world's three major lighthouses lives up to its fame! Climb to the rooftop at dusk—the rust-red tower turns into candy-orange under the sunset, while fishing boats return to port, their lights twinkling like a scene from "The Bad Kids"🌇 (Lighthouse closes at 18:00; arrive by 17:30).

3️⃣ Sea Turtle Sanctuary·Pet Turtles Like in "The Bad Kids"

This national reserve is full of century-old sea turtles! Buy seaweed (¥5/bundle) and feed them—they’ll wag their tails and splash water, super therapeutic~ Look for the red-marked reef by the pool—it’s the exact spot from the drama! (Feeding sessions at 11:00/15:00).

4️⃣ Fishing Port·Real-Life "Fish Market Drama"

Be there by 5 PM! Hundreds of fishing boats crowd the harbor as fishermen auction off king crabs, lobsters, and scallops (¥20 for a whole basket🐟). Nearby guesthouses charge ¥10/dish for cooking—steamed seafood is mind-blowing!

5️⃣ Dragon Fruit Light Sea·Starry Night Wonderland

July-Sept is prime time! Thousands of lights illuminate dragon fruit farms at night, with red blossoms glowing like floating stars—step in and feel like you’re in "Avatar"🌌 (Ask local farmers for guidance to avoid getting lost).

🚢【Transport Guide·Pro Tips】

❶ To the Island:
▫️ Zhanjiang city → Southeast Pier (1.5h taxi) → 40-min ferry (¥16, last trip 18:00)
▫️ Zhanxi HSR Station → Bus to Southeast Pier (2h), better take a taxi (~¥120)
❷ On the Island:
Rent an e-bike! ¥30/day—it’s the best way to explore scattered attractions (bargain at rental shops near the pier).

🍤【Local Foodie Picks】

✔️ Volcanic Rock Grilled Sausage: Street stalls by the pier serve juicy black pork sausages (¥5, must-try with spicy sauce)
✔️ Naozhou Abalone Porridge: Fishermen’s homemade porridge with sliced abalone—so fresh it’ll tingle your tongue (Try "Island Home" restaurant, ¥35/bowl)
✔️ Charcoal-Grilled Oysters: Freshly shucked oysters, grilled with garlic-chili sauce—10 for ¥10🦪

⚠️【Dos & Don’ts】

❌ No swimming at Sea Turtle Sanctuary’s beach—waves are deadly (saw flip-flops get swept away!)
❌ Old volcanic reef railings—keep a safe distance for photos (a rock collapsed last year)
✅ Must-pack: Physical sunscreen (no shade on the island) + offline maps (spotty signal) + flashlight (for night tide-pooling)

🌊 "Half volcano, half sea—one step in reality, one in magic." Naozhou’s charm goes beyond its National Geographic badge. When you stand on black reefs watching waves shatter into diamonds, when century-old lighthouse beams skim the sea, when a turtle’s shell brushes your fingertips—that’s when you understand its title as the "South China Sea’s Hidden Gem."
👉Tap location for live tide tables—dragon fruit light season peaks July-Aug! Comment to find tide-pooling buddies~