This stunning coastline in Hong Kong's Tung Ping Chau is a hidden natural treasure…
Compared to the MacLehose Trail, I prefer this stunning coastline 🌄. Hong Kong's Tung Ping Chau is a hidden natural treasure, with scenery that surpasses Section 2 of the MacLehose Trail, waiting for you to explore!
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🏞️ This is a real-life version of A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains. Tung Ping Chau Geopark is a little-known island where you can hike around the island for only 7 km and easily enjoy the coastal landforms and the natural wonder of "Dragon Falls into the Water."
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🚤 [Transportation]
- Departure: Shenzhen Luohu/Futian Port
- Arrival: Ma Liu Shui Pier
- Ferry: 1.5-hour voyage
- Destination: Tung Ping Chau, your new weekend getaway.
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🗺️ Hiking Route Suggestions:
- Start from the pier, go around the island, pass through A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains, Kong Lau Shek, Nan Guo Shui, and then to Dragon Falls into the Water, Cham Keng Chau, Chau Mei Kok, and finally return to the pier.
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⏱️ [Hike Duration]
- Hiking distance: approx. 7 km
- Full journey: approx. 3 hrs, beginner-friendly, even newbies can easily take on the challenge.
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📸 [Travel Tips]
- Ferry schedule: Saturdays from 9am to 3pm, Sundays at 9am
- Best photo spot for A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains: After disembarking, turn left and walk for about 15 minutes.
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🍽️ [Accommodation & Food Suggestions]
- Food: Although there are few people on the island, there are tuck shops that provide food and beverages.
- The island has public restrooms and water sources, and the tuck shops have showers, so you can enjoy convenience without worries.
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🏕️ [Camping Tips]
- For summer seaside camping, a fan is a must to sleep coolly.
- There are many mosquitoes outdoors, so bring mosquito repellent and Wubi Cream.
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🎒 [Equipment Suggestions]
1. Backpack, non-slip sneakers/hiking shoes, raincoat
2. Personal medicine, change of clothes, sun protection gear + rain gear (better safe than sorry)
3. Bring your own lunch: a small amount of dry food and fruit, energy supplements, 1.5L of water, 500mL of sports drinks
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⭕ For outdoor hiking and camping, beginners must set off with a professional team. Safety first!