Fairy Bay — Shenxian Wan — is one of several viewpoints in the Kanas Scenic Area where the meandering Kanas River forms tight horseshoe bends visible from the hillside above. The composition — blue-green river, old-growth forest, mountain backdrop — is particularly striking in autumn when the deciduous trees turn colour. The site is accessible via the shuttle bus system and is one of the most visited spots in the area.
Despite the crowds in peak season, the scenery justifies the visit. The overlook is reached via a wooden boardwalk and staircase climbing through the forest. Getting there early, before the buses fill up, makes for a far better experience.
Fairy Bay is typically visited together with Moon Bay (Yue Liang Wan), a similar horseshoe bend a short distance away, as part of a morning or afternoon circuit of the lower Kanas valley.