Hong Kong has many wonderful getaway islands, offering good day-trip hike getaways from the hustle bustle of Hong Kong urban life. The longer I stayed in Hong Kong, the harder it became to find new escapes, so it was wonderful
High Island Reservoir and Pak Lap Loop : Sai Kung
Sai Kung has some of Hong Kong’s most gorgeous scenery, and it’s always a treat to be able to explore more of that region. Though I’ve covered many of the main hikes in that region, I occasionally am able to
Hiking the Hong Kong trail Section 7 Tai Tam Harbour to Stanley
Hong Kong trail section 7 connects with the Tai Tam reservoir trails and Dragon’s back. I’ve done the Dragon’s Back hike in south eastern Hong Kong many times, and I was looking for something new in the area. Hong Kong
Tung Lung Chau hike : Hong Kong
Tung Lung Chao is an island to the east of Hong Kong island and south of the Clearwater Bay area. There are a few ferries from both HK island and Kowloon sides, and many HK hikers like to stay on
Hoi Ha Wan marine park hike : Sai Kung Hong Kong
Saikung area in north eastern Hong Kong has some of Hong Kong’s best hikes, and it’s an area I always enjoy exploring. Though I’ve done many, if not most, of the trails in Saikung, I always discover something interesting and
Ma Shi Chau Nature Trail : Hong Kong
An unexpected treat is the Ma Shi Chau Nature Trail hike in northern Hong Kong. It’s a short trail, easily approachable through a local village, taking you deep into the UNESCO Global Geopark, with wonderful views of the nearby peninsula.
Cape Collinson walk : Eastern Hong Kong
For a nice chill hike walk on HK island, with some nice sea views and cliffs, can head over to the furthest tip of north eastern Hong Kong island for Cape Collinson. It’s approachable from Siu Sai Wan, just off
Tai Tam to Stanley hike: Wilson Trail Section 1
There are a few wonderful hikes on Hong Kong Island, and Wilson Trail Section 1 is a treat, combining different scenes of the island. Can start from a taxi up to Park View (a residential project that should not have
Cyberport Waterfall Bay Park hike : Hong Kong
Cyberport isn’t an area I’d normally expect to “hike” or find anything exciting, so it was a real treat to find a hidden gem, a waterfall, and a short hike, near a residential area. One weekend I was looking for
Nam Chung : Hong Kong’s Country Side
Was looking for new adventures up in northern Hong Kong so decided to venture all the way up north, to the countryside area of Nam Chung. Really reminded me of my years in Taiwan, and some of the visits to
