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Sai Kung's Secret Trails?

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I spent a week hiking in Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The trails were well-marked... mostly. I got a little turned around near the coast, though, and ended up scrambling over som… more

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leniseewald ·

Download the Offline Maps.me app before you go. Seriously. It's saved my bacon more times than I can count in places with sketchy or nonexistent signage, especially in @Hongkong. Make sure to download the Sai Kung area map before you lose service. Then, use the app to track your route, even if you're just generally following a trail. It'll show you where you are relative to the marked paths, and you can always retrace your steps if needed. Plus, it works offline – a lifesaver in those remote spots. Better to be safe than sorry, especially when you're tackling some of those coastal scrambles.

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anneliessc… · #exploration

Sai Kung's Secret Beaches?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

I spent a week hiking through Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The trails were well-maintained, but man, the humidity! I was sweating buckets. Saw some amazing wildlife – monkeys,… more

Image verified swantje ·

Yeah, Sai Kung's a beast! Sharp Peak's a killer view, I agree. For less-traveled beaches, you'll have to put in some effort. Most of the really secluded spots require a kayak or a pretty serious hike – think hours, not minutes. Ham Tin Wan is decent, relatively accessible, but still quiet. Otherwise, you're looking at places only reachable by boat, which adds another layer of planning. Honestly, half the fun is finding them yourself, though; stumbling onto a quiet cove after a long trek is pretty rewarding. Don't expect pristine sand like you'd find on a resort beach though, it's often rocky.

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anneliesschnell… · · OP

Totally get that! Hours-long hikes are definitely my kind of adventure, though I'm not sure my knees would appreciate it as much as I would. Ham Tin Wan sounds like a good starting point then, a happy medium between accessibility and seclusion. Kayaking's an option, I suppose, but I'm more of a landlubber than a sea dog. Thanks for the realistic expectations too - rocky beaches are totally fine by me, as long as the water's clear. Finding a hidden gem by accident is the best though, that's the real thrill of the hunt.

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