Lingao Cape
Lingao Cape is a headland jutting out from Hainan Island into the Qiongzhou Strait, 10 km from Lingao County town. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides,…
Lingao Cape, Central and Western Hainan
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Time needed
- 4–5 hours
- Getting there
- A dedicated minibus runs from Lingao County town to Lingao Cape. Buses depart every 20 minutes from the back entrance of the West Gate Market on Wenming West Road (临高文明西路), Lingao.
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2576. Open in Google Maps
About Lingao Cape
Lingao Cape is a headland jutting out from Hainan Island into the Qiongzhou Strait, 10 km from Lingao County town. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides, and at its tip a natural reef 250 metres long plunges straight into the water, resembling an immortal pointing the way. The shore offers a kilometre of beach, and from here, nearly the entire 270-degree view is sea. This is also the place where troops first landed when Hainan was liberated.
Tips from the guidebook
- Photography: The scenery here is beautiful and especially suited to photography. Dusk is the best time to frame your shots.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Lingao Cape cost?
Admission to Lingao Cape is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
How do I get to Lingao Cape?
A dedicated minibus runs from Lingao County town to Lingao Cape. Buses depart every 20 minutes from the back entrance of the West Gate Market on Wenming West Road (临高文明西路), Lingao.
How long should I spend at Lingao Cape?
Plan on 4–5 hours for Lingao Cape.
Where is Lingao Cape?
Lingao Cape is in Central and Western Hainan, Hainan Province, in the South China of China.
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