Hiking Place in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is well known for food and shopping. However, there is another thing which will definitely inspire you, hiking in Hong Kong. It is the best way to take advantage of the forests, wild beaches, and stellar city views.

1. Dragon's Back

It is one of the most popular hikes in Hong Kong as it is easy to hike, short, simple and its beautiful coastal scenery. It is easy to access from the city as well.

How to get there?

From MTR Shau Kei Wan Station Exit A3, take bus 9 at Shau Kei Wan Bus Terminus to To Tei Wan, Shek O Road.

Average hiking time: Approx. 4 hours

Distance:Approx. 8.5 km

Difficulty: Moderately difficult

2. Lamma Island

Lamma Island is relatively easy to hike as most of the paths are paved and there are vistas around every corner. It is a small island whereby you can easily wander around the network of trails and discover hidden gems. 

How to get there?

Take a 30-minute ferry ride from Central Pier 4 (MTR Hong Kong Station Exit E1, walk through ifc mall and the footbridge) to Yung Shue Wan.

Average hiking time: Approx. 4 hours 

Distance: Approx. 7 km

Difficulty: Fairly Easy

3. Lantau Peak

Lantau Peak is the second-highest summit in Hong Kong. It is one of the perfect place to catch the sunrise. 

How to get there?

MTR Tung Chung Station, Exit B. At Tung Chung Ngong Ping Cable Car terminal take a 25-minute cable car ride to the Ngong Ping terminal. Then follow the signs and walk along the Lantau Trail for approximately 25 minutes.

Average hiking time: Approx. 2 hours 

4. Sai Kung Peninsula Hike

The hike covers Section 1 and Section 2 of the MacLehose Trail. It is one of the best ways to see the amazing hexagonal volcanic columns of High Island. 

How to get there?

From MTR Diamond Hill Station Exit C2, take bus 92 to Sai Kung Bus Terminus. Then at Sai Kung Town, take bus 94 for Wong Shek Pier and get off at Pak Tam Chung Station. After getting off the bus at Pak Tam Chung Station, you’ll find the Pak Tam Chung Barrier Gate. Walk along Tai Mong Tsai Road for five minutes to the starting point of the trail.

Average hiking time: Approximately 7hours

Distance: Approximately 14 km

5. Peak Circle Walk

Peak Circle Walk winds around the highest point on Hong Kong Island. It has the best view of the Hong Kong City and its famous Victoria Harbour. 

How to get there?

Take bus 15C from Central Pier 7 or walk from MTR Central Station Exit J2 to take the Peak Tram from the Peak Tram Lower Terminus on Garden Road

Average hiking time: About 1.5 hours

Distance: 3.5 km