A panorama of Sanya, a legend of love and lunch in the programme

Luhuitou — "The Deer Looked Back"

An easy half-day excursion: viewpoints overlooking the city and the sea, the defining symbol of Sanya, beautiful photos against the bay and Phoenix Island, and lunch in the programme.

All excursions
Half a day (3.5–4.5 hours)Couples, families, for a first acquaintance with Sanya

A beautiful Sanya without the rush or demanding effort: a panorama of the city, a legend of love, photo spots and lunch after the walk. Perfect for a first acquaintance with the city — to see Sanya from above and hear one of the most romantic stories of the island.

Why travellers choose Luhuitou

The finest views of Sanya

The city, the sea, the mountains, the bays and Phoenix Island in a single frame.

A legend of love

A romantic Li tale of a maiden and a deer — the symbol of Sanya.

Photo spots

The monument, the viewpoints, the sunset and the evening lights.

Lunch included

After the walk — a calm stop for lunch.

What awaits you

A beautiful Sanya without the rush or demanding effort.

  • Panoramas of the city, the sea, the mountains and Phoenix Island
  • The main monument and the legend of "The Deer Looked Back"
  • Viewpoints and the green paths of the park
  • Photos by day, at sunset and in the evening by lamplight
  • Lunch in the programme after the walk
The viewpoint
How the excursion unfolds
  1. 01

    Departure from the hotel

    Transfer to Luhuitou Park.

  2. 02

    A stroll through the park

    Green paths and a calm pace.

  3. 03

    The monument and the legend

    The main symbol of Sanya and the tale of the maiden and the deer.

  4. 04

    Viewpoints and photos

    Panoramas of the city, the sea and Phoenix Island.

  5. 05

    Lunch and the return

    A calm stop for lunch and the transfer to the hotel.

The duration is roughly 3.5–4.5 hours. The strongest visual effect is at sunset and in the evening.

The legend of "The Deer Looked Back"

According to an ancient Li legend, a hunter pursued a deer to the southern shore of Hainan. At the top of the mountain the deer looked back and turned into a beautiful maiden. So arose one of the most romantic stories of the island and the symbol of Sanya — the finest place for beautiful photos and the story of the city.

The finest views and the sunset

By day the park gives bright panoramas of the sea and the city, at sunset the most emotional photos, and in the evening the lights of Sanya and Phoenix Island. At sunset the sea and sky change colour, the city begins to glow, and the photographs turn out especially alive.

The viewpoint
The viewpoint
A panorama of Sanya
A panorama of Sanya
Sunset over the city
Sunset over the city
The finest shots
  • A panorama of the city and the sea
  • The "The Deer Looked Back" monument
  • Sunset over the bay
  • The evening lights of Sanya and Phoenix Island
Practical information

Duration

Roughly 3.5–4.5 hours.

Who it suits

Couples, families and those visiting Sanya for the first time.

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, a hat, sunglasses, a phone and a power bank.

Best time

Sunset or the evening — the strongest visual effect.

Weather

In poor visibility the panoramas are less vivid — a clear day is best.

Lunch

Included in the programme; extra dishes and drinks are separate.

What the programme includes

Standard format

Transfer, accompaniment, a stroll through the park, the Luhuitou legend, photo stops and lunch.

On request

A sunset or evening format, a private outing and an extended programme.

Extra dishes, drinks and personal expenses are paid separately, unless included in the chosen package.

Luhuitou — the Sanya you will want to remember

A panorama of the city, a legend of love, beautiful photos at sunset and lunch in the programme. An easy route for a beautiful acquaintance with Sanya.