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Sai Kung Hike

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

So, I'm planning a solo hike through Sai Kung East Country Park next month. I've seen photos – stunning beaches, crazy jungle trails... the whole shebang. My question is: how reliable is the cell se… more

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beata ·

Reception in Sai Kung can be... spotty, to put it mildly. The further you get from the main roads and villages, the less reliable it gets. Think almost zero in some of the deeper trails. I've been there a few times, and it's common to lose signal entirely for hours. Downloading offline maps before you go is a must. Don't rely on your phone's GPS as your primary navigation tool. That physical map is your lifeline. Consider bringing a portable charger too, just in case you do get some signal and want to share those amazing photos. Better safe than sorry!

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fraukekettler · · OP

Totally agree. Lost signal completely last time I was on the Dragon's Back trail – felt strangely liberating, but also terrifying when I realized how little idea I had where I actually was. Offline maps are a lifesaver, you're right. And a portable charger? Genius. Should of thought of that. Next time, I'm bringing a compass too, just to be extra paranoid. Better to be over-prepared than stranded somewhere looking at a blank phone screen.

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Mid-Levels Mystery

fmd_good Mid-Levels Central

I'm heading to Mid-Levels Central in a few weeks, and I've heard SO many stories about the hidden staircases connecting different parts of the area. Seriously, it sounds like a maze! One local told… more

Image erica ·

Hah, the Mid-Levels staircases are a trip! I once stumbled upon a guy practicing Tai Chi...at 3 AM. Completely unexpected, and kinda unnerving in the pre-dawn gloom. Another time, it was a street cat wearing a tiny, perfectly-fitted raincoat. Seriously. No joke. You'll find way more than just tea houses, trust me. Prepare for the unexpected. And maybe bring a flashlight.

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