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
Tsz Shan Monastery & White Buddha : Northern Hong Kong
I’ve lived in Hong Kong for such a long time, that there are very few places that I have not visited. For year I’ve been planning to go visit Tsz Shan Monastery to see up close and in person the
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
Cape D’Aguilar Lighthouse and Waterfalls : Hong Kong
Cape D’Aguilar is a cape at the most south-east point of Hong Kong island, very close to Shek O. It’s a scenic spot with lots of funky little things to see and explore, with a lighthouse, a marine reserve, caves,
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
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
CUHK museum of climate change : Hong Kong
I’ve been to Chinese University of Hong Kong a few times long ago, but haven’t had a chance to explore in recent years. I recently was staying in the area and thought I should probably go and do a campus
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
