Explore several stunning waterfalls as you climb to the highest point in Hong Kong! The views from Tai Mo Shan cover Hong Kong from end to end!
Hong Kong has dozens of incredible beaches you can visit. These 5 beaches, though, are complete standouts in how weirdly beautiful they are!
Flamingos are non-native to Hong Kong. Should these elegant creatures truly call this bustling city home, or should they return to the serene tranquility of their natural habitats?
Gyms in Hong Kong are seriously expensive. So, I'm sharing some of the city's most scenic gyms that are totally free to use!
Hike on the literal border between Hong Kong and China while experiencing dense jungle, ocean vistas, WW2 buildings, old caves and Shenzhen's cityscapes
The Olympic Trail was officially opened in 2008 to celebrate the equestrian games held in Hong Kong. It's an easy hike that goes past historic villages, a waterfall and even an old silver mine!
West Dog's Teeth blends incredible ocean scenery and brilliant mountainscapes. It's a tough ascent that requires you to use your hands, but boasts some of the best views in Hong Kong!
This hike takes place almost exclusively on flat trails that go past historic villages and pristine beaches. The short uphill climb offers awesome ocean vistas.
This easy hike is full of unique dry, rocky mountains near the border with Shenzhen. You can take a concrete road the whole way or opt for a slightly daring route over dusty trails.
If you're looking for a challenging hike with the best city views and sunset photo spots, then the Kowloon Peak and Suicide Cliff hike is exactly what you're looking for!
Hong Kong's most scenic bike ride takes you past an amazing river, gorgeous ocean and mountain views, little villages, a huge white Buddha statue and across a massive dam!
Also known as Cat Street, this is where you can find historic Hong Kong treasures, ranging from busts of Chairman Mao to colonial-era curiosities and even kung fu movie posters.
Touted as Hong Kong's 'pink beach', Hung Shek Mun is a stunning location. But how pink is the beach really, and is it worth the effort to hike there?
Hong Kong's best, easiest and most scenic reservoir hikes: Upper Shing Mun, Lower Shing Mun, Tai Lam Chung, Tai Tam, High Island and Kowloon Reservoir.
This well-hidden gem of a hike in Hong Kong takes you past lush oio tree woods, azure waters and even offers epic mountain views that stretch into China!
Kam Shan, or Monkey Hill, is famous in Hong Kong for its large macaque population. But, why are some of the monkeys morphing into a brilliant golden hue?
Situated right beside East Dam, Po Pin Chau offers gorgeous views out over the South China Sea. It's a really easy and short hike, which makes it overcrowded on weekends.
Stage 1 of the MacLehose Trail is an easy, family-friendly walk around the pristine waters of High Island Reservoir that leads to East Dam and the South China Sea
Located far away from the city, these isolated, historic places are shrouded in secrecy, and are VERY creepy. Only venture forth if you dare.
This short, steep hike takes you up Devil's Peak, which is full of historical sites, and then brings you to Lei Yue Mun, a group of traditional villages with an ancient temple and an old quarry!
In local Hong Kong folklore, cats are believed to bring good luck and prosperity. However, the city's valiant shop cats play another important role for the business owners who keep them.
This hike takes you past beaches and villages with awesome ocean views. There's only one climb, so it's a great hike for beginners and adventurous pre-teen kids!
In an exclusive interview, the AFCD's Fai Fai (Felix) Yeung revealed that Hong Kongers can look forward to the city's 25th official country park and some brand-new hiking trails in 2024!
In an exclusive interview with the AFCD's Fai Fai (Felix) Yeung, we learn how Hong Kong's incredible network of hiking trails were planned, built and maintained.
Pat Sin Leng, or the Eight Immortals in English, is a series of Eight peaks with views that stretch out over Plover Cove and well into China.
With about 15 species of crab spiders native to Hong Kong, here's where you can find these fascinating little hunters and some incredible facts about them!
Dreaming of city vistas, historical treasures, mountain peaks or nature's wonders? Begin your adventure from Upper Shing Mun!
Wild coffee grows in abundance in Hong Kong and it's consumed regularly - though not how you might imagine.
With easy access, an epic ridge walk and stunning views of Shek O Beach, this is Hong Kong's most iconic beginner-friendly hike
What is a junk boat party, when do they happen, how much do they cost and how can you join one? Here's a quick guide to Hong Kong's junk boat party culture.
This stunning moth's wings mimic the look of snakes, giving it the Chinese moniker of the 'Snake Head Moth'. They're getting rarer to spot in Hong Kong.
Take a gentle walk next to the crystalline waters of Upper Shing Mun Reservoir. Perfect for keeping cool on hot summer days in Hong Kong.
This hike gives explorers and history buffs the chance to experience incredible nature and secretive World War 2 tunnels that are still in remarkable condition.
From the infamous Devil's Fist to the mysterious Amah Rock and even a rock that looks like a rhino, this is a trio of hikes that you just can't take for granite.
Wild boars are present in Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, The New Territories and Lantau. Here’s everything you need to know about our extraboardinary neighbors.
Check out these unique views of Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, The New Territories, Lantau and the Outlying Islands from the air.
Constructed in 1786, Sam Tung Uk is a preserved Hakka village house that's been turned into a museum that shares the customs of the Hakka people.
If you have a family with young children or just want an easy day out, here are three waterfronts in Hong Kong with epic views.
Cloudy Hill is a secret hike on section 8 of the Wilson Trail that many Hong Kongers don't know about. The mountain and ocean views are truly jaw-dropping.
There's no better way to learn about Hong Kong's coastal military history than in the historic Lyemun Fort, which played a major role in the Battle of Hong Kong, 1941.
The Twins is a Hong Kong Island hike that takes you up two very steep mountains, but rewards you with epic views of Stanley, Tai Tam Reservoir and the HK skyline.
An easy-medium route that takes you to Hong Kong's historic Tai Tam Reservoir, where you'll see azure waters and cross stone bridges made in 1907!
Climb the stairs of enlightenment to Lantau's Big Buddha with views of Tung Chung Bay, Hong Kong International Airport and Lantau Peak as you ascend.
What should you do if you spot a jellyfish while on a junk boat, snorkeling, kayaking or hiking? John Terenzini, Hong Kong's jellyfish expert, provides the answers.
One of Hong Kong's easiest secret hikes with some of its best city views. In just 15 minutes, you'll get a stellar vistas of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
This is a short, adventurous hike in Hong Kong’s Stanley District that leads to a rhino-shaped rock that's framed by gorgeous views of Tai Tam Bay.
How one of Hong Kong's most famous Instagram spots is actually a pertinent reminder of tough times in the 1950s and '60s.
This is a long, flat hike that takes you across secluded natural trails, ancient Hakka villages and stunning coastal scenery on the border of Hong Kong and China.
Ho Mong Kok has 4 entire floors of rare banknotes, coins, stamps and antique collectibles. A must-visit for the numismatists and philatelists out there!
If you want to avoid the Victoria Peak crowds, Jardine's Lookout and Siu Ma Shan offer gorgeous city views minus all the tourists!
Shark Expert Dr. Andy Cornish shares insights into Hong Kong’s 17 different species of sharks and why you’re highly unlikely to ever see any of them.
This easy loop hike circles the Kowloon Reservoir via the MacLehose Trail Section Six. Look out for the wild macaques!
Needle Hill’s nonstop uphill trail leads to stunning 360-degree views of the Shing Mun Reservoir and many of Hong Kong’s most iconic mountains!
An accessible hike that starts in Cheung Sha Wan, Kowloon, before taking you to the top of Beacon Hill, one of Hong Kong’s best secret city viewpoints.