outlying islands

Peng Chau

Peng Chau is a small island lying off the east coast of Lantau, with echoes of old south China, and paths along coastlines, through farmland, and up the highest hill.

Shek Kwu Chau is a quirky island

shek wu chau statueLying just west of Cheung Chau, off the southern coast of Lantau, Shek Kwu Chau (石鼓洲) is one of the quirkier islands in Hong Kong.

Cheung Chau (長洲)

cheung chau beachCheung Chau (長洲) looks tiny on a map of Hong Kong, yet there's far more to it than may first appear. With coastal trails, beaches, small rural valleys, and a village dotted with temples but with only one (police) car, it boasts plenty to see and do in a day.

Po Toi (蒲台島)

po toi viewThough it lies just off southeastern Hong Kong Island, Po Toi (蒲台島) is easily overlooked when planning a rural outing. Yet there is fine hiking, excellent coastal scenery - and for birdwatchers, Po Toi is a migration hotspot.

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