Friday, April 21, 2017

5 Great trekking tours in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is considered as one of the best destinations for the hikers and trekkers in the world. If you are hiking and trekking aficionado then these 5 heavenly trekking destinations in Hong Kong will take your breath away.

1.    Dragon’s Back

What you want more than a hilly trekking trail with secluded coastal regions and forest-clad uphill roads? Yes! Dragon’s Back is the combination of all the exclusive topographical features a hiker dreams of.

The location is just a few kilometers away from the Hong Kong East. Being close to the hustles of the city, the destination is very peaceful offering serene views of the hilly side of the South China Sea. During the trek, you will find mesmerizing views of Tai Long Wan, Shek O, Stanley and other significant points.

Shek O will give mysterious and hair-raising tree tunnel amidst bamboo groves and thick forests to reach the peninsula. Here, the beach and the calm sea will give you jolts of happiness. Eventually, you will reach Wan Cham Shan to ride the dragon. Fluttering butterflies, panoramic views, and the refreshing breeze will welcome you there.

2.    Sha Tin Pass and Kowloon Reservoir

This trekking track will Reunification Pavilion via Sha Tin Pass Road and then to the beautiful Beacon Hill. This spot holds the historical heritage which depicts the first win of Hong Kong natives to cross the mountain barrier via the Beacon Hill Tunnel. The hilltop views from Eagle’s Nest here will present the beauty of highly populated Kowloon (West). The trial from the Eagle’s Nest ends near the Kowloon Reservoir. This is the fourth reservoir of the country. The views of the arch dam and the huge water body are very beautiful.

3.    Lantau Peak

This is the second highest point where you will find the best views of the sunrise. You have to take shelter in Ngong Ping at night. The trek to the peak takes almost two hours. If you want to catch the mesmerizing views of the sunrise amidst peaks then start at 4 am. Reach there by 6 am and witness the beauty. You have to follow the instruction near Wisdom Path. The perfect time to visit this destination is December-February.

4.    Lamma Island

The journey starts from Aberdeen to Lamma Island via a boat. The boat ride will offer superb landscape views that will get imprinted in your mind. After reaching Mo Tat Wan, you will pass the feng shui woods and wander on a coastal path. The hillside climbing starts from there and eventually you will find the shipping lanes of Cheung Chau and Lantau Island. You can enjoy a sumptuous seafood lunch at the open air restaurants in this locality. Do not forget to visit the kamikaze tunnels of Second World War.

5.    Geopark 


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The naturally made hexagonal columns due to volcanic activities in the Geopark are quite amazing. The abstract rock formation in this area brings down many tourists who love trekking in the woods and highlands. The reservoir road has beautiful scenarios all around it. You will find amazing views of the blue reservoir or small islands surrounded by the sea in Sai Kung Country Park. All these tours can be booked at Klook and you can also get discount offers from Discountcodehk or Meethk

Add these destinations to your list when you are planning to visit Hong Kong for a memorable holiday.

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