Deserted Beaches Hike Sai Kungs East Country Park, Hong Kong
We hike to the white
sandy beaches with their clear blue waters are located in the remote
East Sai Kung Country Park, Hong Kong, where access is restricted to foot or boat.
Our hike takes us along coastline backed by lush tropical vegetation
and forested ridges offering spectacular mountain and coastal sea
views. Following a network of paths, often on inter-village routes, we
pass fascinating old Hakka clan villages. The hakka farmers nurtured
feng shui woods which provide a great breeding environment for native
species and we can see many examples of natural reforestation.
The
Sai Kung uplands and coasts have always been sparsely populated and,
from the 1970s, many villagers left their ancestral lands in favour of
city lives. The Deserted Beaches Hike offers a unique insight into the
homes, lands and beaches that these villagers left behind. Although
just 20km from Kowloon, this tour will make you feel a world away.
Cost: HK$750.00 per person, includes transport Total tour time 8.5 hours Walking distance: 11km Grade: strenuous Facilities: Toilets en route
