Top Adventures in Hong Kong
Hike to Tian Tan Buddha ("Big Buddha")
Located on Lantau Island in Hong Kong, the Tian Tan Buddha is the central figure of the Po Lin Monastery and the major center of Buddhism in Hong Kong. Despite being a major tour attraction and inherently quite busy, the trek of the ‘Big Buddha’ i...
6 miles
Hike to Po Pin Chau
This is a fairly non-strenuous hike which still offers some really nice views, the chance to gain some elevation and then cool off at a beach, and also learn some geology. Getting to High Island Reservoir East Dam starts from Sai Kung village. The...
1.9 miles
820.2 ft gain
Hike to Ng Tung Chai Waterfalls
Take the MTR (subway) to the Tai Wo station in the New Territories. Take Exit A and head left, following the sings for the bus stops and head down the escalators. From here, you can either take Bus 64K or minibus 25K to the Ng Tung Chai stop. Fro...
3.7 miles
656.2 ft gain
Hike Sunset Peak (大東山)
There are several different approaches to this hike. It’s up to you where you want to start and end:Pak Kung Au (320m)Lantau County Park via Mui Wo (139m)Wong Lung Hang County Trail (10m)Pak Mong (2m)My route started from Lantau County Park via. M...
3.4 miles
2395 ft gain
Explore Tseung Kwan O's (將軍澳) Secret Beach
This beach may not have an official name, but some of the locals in the area call it "secret beach." The title is fitting. While not hard to reach, it is hard to find.Take the Hong Kong West Rail MTR line to the Tiu Keng Leng stop. Take exit A2 an...
Hike D'Aguilar Peak
This hike is a great option for those looking for a quick, but challenging off the beaten-path adventure with stunning views. You can start from either two places: Shek O Beach or the city bus 9 stop on Cape D'Aguilar Road.The trail starts on the ...
2.5 miles
1066.3 ft gain
Hike Dragon's Back
Hiking the Dragon's Back was a beautiful experience. Once you get above the bush line, your view goes on for miles. Be in awe of the curving hills and distant skyscrapers with views of the surrounding ocean.
This trail is probably one of the most ...
3.2 miles
495.4 ft gain
Run Victoria Peak (太平山)
Whether you're taking the bus or tram (or even walking) up to the peak - get excited for some serious elevation gain at 554 meters!
Victoria Peak is an iconic spot in Hong Kong for visitors to see from above, but also the spot for fitness junkies ...
2.2 miles
1811 ft gain
Run Mt. Ma On Shan to Needle Hill
This run roughly follows Maclehose Trail Sections 4-7. You can take a bus or taxi to Sai Kung town in Hong Kong's New Territories, and start the ascent up to the peak of Ma On Shan. The start follows a paved, narrow row up the hill, and there is ...
23 miles
7217.8 ft gain
Sea Kayak to UNESCO Global Geopark Hong Kong
This is a day trip from Sai Kung (inner Shelter Bay) to Pak A, on the outer edge of Shelter Bay just before heading out into the South China Sea.
The trip starts from a beach in Sai Kung on the north eastern corner of Hong Kong. It's called Shelt...
9.9 miles
