Enjoy a budget-friendly 2-day weekend getaway to Shaba Bay in Yangjiang, Guangdong for just 400 RMB per person!
Low-cost near-shore vacation, seafood at unbeatable prices, highly suitable for families and couples' short trips
📌Basic Travel Information
Physical Difficulty: ⭐⭐
Trip Duration: 2 days 1 night
Suitable for: Weekend family trips, couples' getaways, groups of friends
Best Time to Travel: Summer, National Day holiday
Outfit Suggestions: Sundress, beach shorts, sun hat, river trekking shoes
🚗Transportation Guide
Destination: Shaba Town, Yangxi County, Yangjiang City (Shaba Bay, Moon Bay)
1. Direct Bus: Round-trip direct bus from Guangzhou, fare 98 RMB/person, scheduled departures directly to the beach area.
2. By Car: Approximately 3 hours drive from Guangzhou, highway conditions vary. Smooth travel, ample parking in the town, and no detours or backtracking throughout the area for self-driving tours.
🗺️Straightforward Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Guangzhou and arrive at Shaba Bay
Xin Hai Cafe (afternoon tea)
Bei'erling Mountain Top Park (sunset viewing)
Seafood Street (shopping for local specialties)
Shaba Bay Beach Night Market
Day 2
Moon Bay (sunrise viewing and swimming)
Qingzhou Island snorkeling experience
Dutou Village shallow beach beachcombing
Return trip
✨Must-Visit Highlights
Bei'erling Mountain Top Park
Large green lawns on the mountaintop offer panoramic views of the entire Shaba Bay blue sea coastline. The sunset creates rich layers of light and shadow, perfect for taking photos.
Moon Bay
Crystal clear blue waters, with coconut trees, thatched pavilions, and windmills along the shore, creating a pure island resort atmosphere. Ideal for watching the sunrise in the early morning; the beach is gentle and safe, perfect for swimming.
Shaba Bay
The long coastline is perfect for evening strolls and enjoying the breeze. A Ferris wheel runs along the beach. After nightfall, a beach night market opens, offering barbecue, coconut drinks, and small fireworks.
Xin Hai Cafe
A beachfront cafe with an average cost of 20 yuan per person. It features several photo spots with ocean views, making it a great choice for a relaxing afternoon tea.
Seafood Street
The seaside boulevard is lined with shops selling a wide variety of local dried seafood, including seaweed, dried squid, salted fish, and fish maw.
🎡Featured Activities
1. Beach Beachcombing: Collect seashells and small seafood at low tide on the shallow beach near Doutou Village.
2. Qingzhou Island Snorkeling: Take a boat trip to observe corals and small fish up close.
3. Mountain Top Sunset Hike: The gentle trail at Bei'e Ridge is easy to hike.
4. Night Market & Beach Relaxation: Enjoy beach barbecue, lemon tea, and beach fireworks.
🎫Practical Travel Information
Shaba Bay Beach, Moon Bay Beach, Bei'e Ridge Mountain Top Park, Seafood Street, and Xin Hai Cafe: All are free to enter. No reservations are needed on weekdays, weekends, and holidays; just bring your ID card.
Qingzhou Island Snorkeling Boat Tickets: Prices are similar between peak and off-peak seasons; purchase tickets at the pier.
🍜Local Cuisine
Haizhen Seafood Stall (Pier Branch, 4-minute walk from the beach)
Seafood is directly supplied from the pier near the sea, ensuring freshness superior to shops in the town. Prices are affordable. You can choose your seafood and have it cooked to order. The meat is fresh, sweet, and retains its original flavor. A meal can be had for around 50 RMB per person. Sweet Potato Prince (Next to the night market entrance, 2-minute walk from the beach)
Fried sweet potatoes and taro, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with their own natural sweetness, a satisfying street snack.
Kangji Coconut Juice (Middle section of Seafood Street)
Freshly squeezed coconut juice and coconut iced drinks, rich in coconut flavor, refreshing and cooling, perfect for enjoying while playing at the beach.
Specialty Snacks: Squid Cakes, Jackfruit, Fresh Coconut, Dried Squid
🏨Hotel Recommendations
Shaba Bay Seaside B&Bs
Moon Bay Seaview Resort Apartments
🎒Travel Essentials
Power Bank
High SPF Sunscreen
Waterproof Beach Bag
💡Travel Tips
1. Accommodation Selection: Shaba Bay is lively and convenient, with many self-built guesthouses; Moon Bay is quiet and comfortable, mainly villas and apartments, choose according to your preference.
2. For beachcombing, check the tide schedule in advance, go to the ferry village during low tide for a better experience.
3. It can be windy at the hilltop park in the evening, so bring a light jacket; the UV rays are strong at the beach, so wear sunscreen all day.
4. Night markets are crowded, so keep your valuables safe.
For just 400 RMB per person, you can have two days of beach fun, including eating, drinking, and playing, with everything from sea views and snorkeling to seafood – a one-stop destination offering excellent value for money for a short beach getaway near Guangzhou.