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Day of Being Wild – East Coast to High West on Hong Kong Island
A full day's itinerary exploring the wilder side of Hong Kong Island, from Shek O in the east to High West, inc beach stop for a swim.
Places and Trails
Pak Sha O – Hong Kong rural gem
Pak Sha O, a village in the wilds of the Sai Kung Peninsula, eastern Hong Kong, seems almost suspended in time.
Hong Kong Geopark – Realm of the Supervolcano
Hexagonally jointed tuff is the key formation in the Hong Kong Global Geopark, which comprises eight areas in eastern Hong Kong.
Five Fun Family Friendly Outings in Hong Kong Wild Side
Everyone - whether in families or singletons - owes it to themselves to head out and make the most of what Hong Kong's wonderful wilder side has to offer.
Ping Shan Heritage Trail at Tin Shui Wai
At Ping Shan, there's a cluster of venerable buildings including two of the grandest ancestral halls and the only ancient pagoda in Hong Kong.
Five Hong Kong Hikes as Winter Warmers
With respite from Hong Kong’s summer heat and humidity, winter is great for hiking Table of Contents Jungle Jaunt: Tai Po Kau to Shing Mun Wild Farm: Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden Super Circuit: Lai Chi Wo and Sam A…
Hong Kong Waterfalls in New Territories and on HK Island
With abundant streams tumbling down Hong Kong hills, there’s a fine variety of waterfalls. The sadly defunct Waterfalls of Hong Kong website listed over 50 waterfall sites across the territory. Some are easy to reach, while others take effort to…
Tung Ping Chau the Best Flat Island in the World
Look at a map of Hong Kong, and in the northeast corner you should just see Tung Ping Chau – “East Flat Island”, the furthest-flung land in Hong Kong. Look at a map of Hong Kong, and in the northeast…
Birding in Hong Kong’s Deep Bay During Spring
Deep Bay in northwest Hong Kong is a wetland of international importance, a magnet for migratory waterbirds.
Enjoying Lantau’s coastal lowlands
There’s much to see and do on Lantau Island.
Second World War relics in Hong Kong: Shing Mun Redoubt, Devil’s Peak and Wong Nai Chung Gap
There are many Second World War relics in Hong Kong, several of which are well worth visiting.
Sai Kung Threatened Beauty Spots
Four of the best Sai Kung rural gems to explore, where you might support small local businesses and hope developers stay away.
Picnic places in Hong Kong
A selection of top places for a DIY al fresco experience, together with tips for packing the perfect picnic.
Chi Ma Wan Country Trail on Lantau
The Chi Ma Wan Country Trail loops within the Chi Ma Wan Peninsula, southeast Lantau. According to trail info from the AFCD, walking the full circuit could take around 8hrs. Add time needed to reach the start and end point…
Peng Chau: echoes of old south China
Peng Chau has echoes of old south China, with paths along coastlines and through farmland.
Nam Sang Wai (南生圍) in Deep Bay wetland
Nam Sang Wai is part of the Deep Bay wetland.
Sam A Tsuen (三椏村)
Sam A Tsuen can be reached by an easy and very pleasant hike.
Mai Po Marshes Nature Reserve – including bird flocks and global rarities
At Mai Po Marshes Nature Reserve you can enjoy impressive wildlife spectacles.
Shek Kwu Chau is a quirky island
Just west of Cheung Chau, Shek Kwu Chau (石鼓洲) is one of the quirkier HK islands.
Hong Kong Geopark (香港地質公園)
The Hong Kong Global Geopark comprises eight sites in eastern HK.
Tai O to Tung Chung along Tung O Ancient Trail, Lantau
There's a fairly long but easy coastal walk between Tai O and Tung Chung on Lantau, Hong Kong: the Tung O Ancient Trail.
Sai Kung Peninsula
The beautiful Sai Kung Peninsula (西貢半島) is larger than Hong Kong Island.
Sharp Island (橋咀洲) near Sai Kung
Sharp Island and its neighbours are most popular for swimming at beaches, and snorkelling over coral.
Clear Water Bay Peninsula
The hilly Clear Water Bay Peninsula lies between Kowloon and Sai Kung.
Shui Hau and Tong Fuk, on south coast of Lantau
A trip to the south Lantau coast at Shui Hau and nearby Tong Fuk makes a grand trip on a fine afternoon, including on a hot day summer day when a swim seems a good way of cooling off.
Silver Mine Waterfalls at Mui Wo on Lantau Island
The Silver Mine Waterfall is among the best and most easily reached Hong Kong waterfalls.
Ping Shan Heritage Trail
Tin Shui Wai station is the starting point of a fine heritage trail, with Hong Kong's only historic pagoda.
Hong Kong Wetland Park: Ecotourism with Minimal Eco, Tiny Worthwhile Wetland
Hong Kong Wetland Park is a curious place – with little wetland, excess dryland and an outsize visitor centre with exhibition areas like scifi scenes. I headed to the Hong Kong Wetland Park a few days ago – in 2008,…
Hong Kong Islands from Lantau to Tung Ping Chau
Exploring Hong Kong's islands, you can stroll along narrow streets, hike trails across hills and headlands, admire waterfalls, and relax on beaches.
Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens
The Zoological and Botanical Gardens is one of the loveliest outdoor places within urban Hong Kong.
Nei Lak Shan Trail, Lantau
Nei Lak Shan Country Trail circuits Nei Lak Shan, above Ngong Ping and the Big Buddha.
Beautiful Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Lantau has been described as, "Hong Kong's biggest and most beautiful island."
War Relics along Wong Nai Chung Gap Trail, HK Island
Hong Kong's first battlefield trail
Northeast New Territories Tour
The Northeast New Territories Island Hopping Tour includes some otherwise hard to reach places.
Tai Po Kau Forest reserve has fine trails and fascinating wildlife
The Tai Po Kau (大埔滘) Nature Reserve is a splendid example of reforestation.
Lai Chi Wo (荔枝窩)
The northeast New Territories encompasses some of Hong Kong's wildest landscapes.
Hoi Ha Wan (海下灣)
Hoi Ha Wan (海下灣) is one of Hong Kong's best places for hard corals.
Mau Ping
An excellent hike from Sai Kung passes the abandoned village of Mau Ping.
Tai O stilt houses, mangroves and more, Lantau Island
Tai O is a good village to explore, on the west coast of Lantau.
Kam Shan walk past Kowloon Reservoir to Shing Mun Redoubt
A walk over Smuggler's Ridge passes Shing Mun Redoubt - one of Hong Kong's main Second World War relics.
Soko Islands (索罟群島)
The Sokos are a tiny cluster of uninhabited islets south of west Lantau.
Buffalo Hill
Views from Buffalo Hill recall parts of the Scottish Highlands.