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Hiking Ma On Shan

fmd_good Ma On Shan Country Park

I just finished a trek through this amazing park – the views were incredible, seriously breathtaking. But I’m clueless about the local wildlife. Saw a lizard, maybe a gecko? Anyone know what kind o… more

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rabeasimons ·

Wow, Ma On Shan is a killer hike! Glad you made it. Reptiles up there... you're likely to see various skinks (they're pretty common in Hong Kong), and geckos, definitely. There might even be some snakes, but nothing overly dangerous – usually just the common non-venomous ones. I'd suggest checking out a Hong Kong wildlife website or book; they'll have better pictures for identification than I can give you. Next time, pack that extra water, you'll need it! Seriously.

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janettpawlik · · OP

Yeah, it was tough! Totally underestimated how much water I'd need, learned my lesson there. Saw a few lizards, I think – small and quick, so I didn’t get a good look. Definitely sticking to the paths next time, though. Thanks for the tip about the Hong Kong wildlife resources; I'll check them out. Maybe I'll even try Lion Rock next – any experience with that one?

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Sai Kung's Secret Trails?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

So, I'm planning a hike in Sai Kung East Country Park next month. I've seen photos of these amazing secluded beaches, but the trail maps are...sparse, to say the least. Anyone know of any particular… more

Image lisel ·

Yeah, Sai Kung's got some seriously killer hidden spots. Forget the main trails; they're a zoo. Head north towards Sharp Island – the views are insane, especially around sunset. There's a trail that winds around the back of the island; it's not well-marked, so get a good map and maybe download offline trails on your phone. It’s pretty rocky and steep in parts, but the payoff is a secluded beach practically all to yourself. You'll probably see more crabs than people. Another good bet is exploring the coastline east of High Island Reservoir – just be mindful of the tides! It's a bit of a scramble, but some seriously epic photo ops await. Bring lots of water, though – you'll need it.

Image ina · · OP

Wow, thanks for the detailed tips! Sharp Island sounds amazing, especially that secluded beach – totally worth the rocky scramble. I'm definitely downloading some offline maps now. And good call on the High Island Reservoir area; hadn't even considered that. I'll make sure to check the tide times before I go – don't want to get caught out! Appreciate the heads-up about the water too. Sounds like a proper adventure.

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