When the last wave recedes, Nan'ao Island's secret code will appear

❤At 5am, the lighthouse at Qing'ao Bay is still shining faintly. Follow the fisherman's wooden boat out to sea, silver scales flash under the emerald waves, and his casting net looks like cursive script. "Tourists are all crowding to the Tropic of Cancer Square," the old man shakes his head with a smile, "Want to see the living Nan'ao Island? You have to soak in the salty sea breeze." ❤We took the plastic bag with belt fish scales at the Houzhai Town Pier, and the seaweed fried rice for ten yuan was scalding hot. Rent a mottled small fishing boat, the propeller stirs up the clouds, and the captain suddenly turns off the engine: "Look, white dolphins!" In the afternoon, sneak into the fish raft restaurant, bamboo prawns jump in the net box, and the crabs steamed with seawater have a salty freshness. ❤The beach after sunset belongs to the locals. Old women carry iron buckets to dig for sand clams, and teenagers step on jet skis to drag out the debris of the Milky Way. In the sound of the tide, I finally understood the old man's advice: Nan'ao Island is not a postcard, but the rough texture of the fishing net twisting the waves, and the salt grains kneaded into the palm lines. Nan'ao Island Travel Guide: 3 Days and 2 Nights In-depth Tour Guide I. Transportation Guide How to get to Nan'ao Island Plane/High-speed train: First arrive at Shantou City (Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport or Shantou Station), and then transfer to a bus or rent a car to Nan'ao Island. Self-driving: Via Nan'ao Bridge (approx. CNY 96 bridge toll, free during holidays), it is recommended to drive or rent an electric car (approx. CNY 100–200/day) on the island. Bus: Take bus No. 161/105 from Shantou city to Nan'ao Tourist Center (approx. 1.5 hours). Island Transportation Rent an electric car for an island tour (recommended! Stop and take photos along the way at any time). Pay attention to the many mountain road curves when driving, and new drivers should drive with caution. II. Itinerary Recommendation (3 Days and 2 Nights) Day 1: East Island Ring Road (Natural Scenery + Sunset) Morning: Changshanwei Lighthouse (red lighthouse + panoramic view of Nan'ao Bridge) → Tianzai Geological Park (reef coast). Afternoon: Qian'ao Bay Lighthouse (Tiffany blue lighthouse) → Lunch in Houzhai Town (local seafood food stalls). Evening: Yunao Fishing Port (fishing boat pier) → Sanchongya Lighthouse (twin lighthouses + cliff sea view) → Check in to Qing'ao Bay and watch the sunset on the beach. Day 2: Northern Line Exploration (History + Secret Realm) Morning: Qing'ao Bay Sunrise → Song Well (Song Dynasty ancient well spectacle) → Jin'ao Island (pirate legend, CNY 6 ticket). Afternoon: General's Mansion (Ming and Qing Dynasty coastal defense history) → Houhuayuan Village (mountaintop panoramic viewing platform). Evening: Zoumapu Village (lonely tree + rainbow sea buoys) → Huanghuashan Forest Park (Tropic of Cancer landmark). Day 3: Leisure Return Trip Visit the market in Houzhai Town (buy seaweed, dried squid) → Wind Farm Tourist Area (white windmill group) → Return trip. III. Must-Visit Attractions Qing'ao Bay: The most beautiful coastline in Guangdong, an excellent spot for sunrise. Changshanwei Lighthouse: The red lighthouse and Nan'ao Bridge are in the same frame. Sanchongya Lighthouse: The "twin star lighthouse" on the cliff, a holy place for taking pictures. Houhuayuan Village: Overlooking a 360° panoramic view of the sea and sky. Huanghuashan Forest Park: The Tropic of Cancer crossing site, a good place for hiking and oxygen absorption. IV. Accommodation Recommendation Qing'ao Bay: First-line sea view room, recommended [Peninsula Seaview Apartment], [Qing'ao Bay Xianghu Hotel], suitable for watching the sunrise. Houzhai Town: Strong local atmosphere, high cost performance, you can choose [Nan'ao Shuxin Yunhai Homestay]. Yunao/Shen'ao Town: Niche fishing village style, suitable for in-depth experience. V. Food Guide Seafood food stalls: Qing'ao Bay "Sister Xu's Dishes", Houzhai Town "Fengwei is very good", must-order boiled squid and spicy salt mantis shrimp. Local snacks: Seaweed fried rice (more fragrant with sea urchin!) Oyster omelet (crispy and delicious) Sugar shallot pancake (sweet but not greasy) Licorice fruit (sour and refreshing). Drinks: Nan'ao Island check-in juice ice company (photo + thirst quenching). VI. Precautions Avoid peak season: People and cars are crowded during holidays. It is recommended to go on weekdays or off-season (May-June/September-October). Sun and wind protection: The ultraviolet rays on the beach are strong, hats and sunglasses are essential, and you need to bring a jacket in autumn and winter. Anti-pit guide: Ask the price of seafood before ordering, and check the power/vehicle condition when renting a car. Environmentally friendly travel: Do not litter and protect the island's ecology. ✨Tips: The island ring road is approx. 68 km long. It is recommended to visit it counterclockwise (on the side close to the sea) and take great photos easily! Check the weather before departure, the sea water is bluer on sunny days