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Snake Brings Good Luck | Anaconda Point + MacLehose Trail Section 2 + Snake Rock

D1

Day 1 Guangzhou → Shenzhen Port [crossing the border] → Sai Kung, Hong Kong → Sai Wan Pavilion → Yishi Rock → Sai Wan → Camping at Ham Tin Bay

All day

【Guangzhou Meet-up】Meet at Exit B of Kecun Subway Station from 07:30 to 08:00 and depart for Shenzhen at 08:00. If the number of people meeting in Guangzhou is less than 15, we will need to charter a car and change the transportation method to meet at Shenzhen Liantang Port. Thank you for your understanding.

We went through the customs together, and then we took a chartered car or a taxi to Saigon.


At noon, you can have a free lunch at Sai Kung Pier. You can eat some authentic Hong Kong food or bring your own food. You can also buy what you need for camping (there are convenience stores and supermarkets in Sai Kung).

12:30-13:00 Take a taxi to Xiwan Pavilion, which takes about 20 minutes. After a simple warm-up, start hiking.

15:00 Arrive at the top of the Cicada Rock, overlooking the High Island Reservoir. Climb up the rock to check in and take photos. Please pay attention to safety.

16:00 Continue along MacLehose Trail Section 2, passing Sai Wan, where there is a convenience store for resupply.

Arrive at Xiantian Bay at 17:30, set up camp, play in the water, and in the evening you can cook or go to the convenience store to find delicious food.

After dark, you can play games and chat about interesting things together... You can also stroll on the beach and maybe encounter strolling crabs!

Driving time: Hong Kong Port - Sai Kung: 35 km, about 40-50 minutes

Hiking: 8.5km; 3-4h; highest altitude 181m, total ascent 125m

D2

Day 2 Ham Tin Wan → Tai Wan → Tung Wan → Anaconda Point → Pak Tam Au → Hong Kong City

All day

You can get up early in the morning and wait for the sunrise on the beach. Ham Tin Bay is a good vantage point for watching the sunrise from Mai Keng. After watching the sunrise, you can have breakfast on your own.

08:00 After packing up the camp, we set out on foot, passing the beautiful Big Bay and East Bay, and leaving the MacLehose Trail. This is a pristine beach with few tourists. The sand is white and soft, making it very photogenic.

09:30 Leave the beach and start climbing the mountain, passing Mifending to the top of the mountain.

At 11:30 AM, climb to the summit of Anaconda Peak for a 360-degree panoramic view of the mountains and sea, offering distant views of Shenzhen, Kwai Chung, and Nan'ao, and closer views of Tap Mun Island, the mountains and sea of ​​Mai Keng Sections 1 and 2, and the High Island Reservoir. Take in the scenery of the four bays: the ever-changing waters of East Bay, the merging waters of Big Bay, the crystal-clear waters of Ham Tin Bay, and the serene roar of the waves at Sai Wan. Known as one of the "Four Wonders of Hong Kong," this scenic spot is a renowned hiking destination in Hong Kong.

Arrive at Pak Tam Au, the terminus of MacLehose Trail Section 2, at 2:00 PM. Disband on site. Return by bus to Sai Kung. Tourists are free to explore Hong Kong's street food scene and go shopping. Alternatively, you can return to Shenzhen with your tour leader. The return trip to Shenzhen Station takes approximately 2 hours, and to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport approximately 2.5 hours. Return bus/air tickets can be booked based on your itinerary.

Hiking: Distance: 10.5 km; Hiking time: 4-6 hours, maximum altitude 467 meters, cumulative climb 486 meters

Note: How to get back to Shenzhen after the group ends (you can take a taxi back to the University MTR station at the Geopark, then transfer to the MTR back to Luohu or Futian Port, and cross the border back to Shenzhen). A taxi from the Geopark back to Sai Kung costs about HK$120, and a taxi back to Choi Hung MTR station in Hong Kong costs about HK$250. It can accommodate 4-5 people.

Food and Beverages during the trip: You can eat in Sai Kung at noon on the first day; there are restaurants on the beach that can provide food on the first night, the second morning, and the second day. In addition, you can prepare a snack for the journey to satisfy your hunger (such as bread, chocolate, etc.)

Transportation tips: You will need to take public transportation on the return trip. If you have an Octopus card, it is recommended to bring it with you.

Communication issues: It is recommended to call operators such as 10086 to activate the Hong Kong daily package (2.9/day), and activate the overseas data package through Alipay (1.5G on 16/2 days, or 4G on 40/5 days). You can also purchase overseas data packages for travel on Taobao.


Xiaoxia recommends free travel after disbanding

【Taipingshan】

Victoria Peak, commonly known as the Peak, stands majestically on the western side of Hong Kong Island, rising 554 meters above sea level. It is the highest peak on Hong Kong Island, offering the best views of Victoria Harbour and a focal point for exploring Hong Kong. It has long been a symbol of Hong Kong. Also known as Victoria Peak or Flag Hill, it is home to Hong Kong Island's most prestigious luxury residential area. To visit Victoria Peak, you can take a winding road up to the summit. However, many visitors prefer the cable car, offering a quick and enjoyable ride to the summit. Victoria Peak, also known as Flag Hill, is a must-see destination. From here, you can overlook Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong Island, and both sides of the Kowloon Peninsula. After sunset, you can enjoy the night view of Hong Kong, known as the "Pearl of the Orient." The Peak area is also home to the official residences of officials and dignitaries. For those who enjoy hiking, this is a great starting point for strolling trails and historical trails or tackling the Hong Kong Island Trail.

Ding Ding Car

The Ding Ding tram (also known as a double-decker tram) runs through Hong Kong's bustling commercial center, passing through Sai Wan, Sheung Wan, Central, Wan Chai, Tai Koo, Shau Kei Wan, and along Victoria Harbor. This mode of transportation, unique to Hong Kong Island, is actually a double-decker tram. It's famous for the "ding ding, ding ding" sound the driver makes when he steps on the pedals, hence the nickname "Ding Ding Car." The Ding Ding car has become a key cultural symbol of Hong Kong and is deeply loved by the people. A leisurely stroll along the river, admiring the unique scenery, is truly a pleasure.

Avenue of Stars

Modeled after the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Hong Kong Avenue of Stars honors outstanding figures in the Hong Kong film industry. From respected veteran Hong Kong filmmakers like Ti Lung, Chor Yuen, and Patrick Tse, to contemporary international Hong Kong film masters like John Woo, Tsui Hark, Sammo Hung, and Fung Po-bo, as well as Michelle Yeoh, Andy Lau, and Jackie Chan, many have left their mark here. Every evening, many young music enthusiasts and groups sing here, each surrounded by an audience sitting cross-legged, competing in both singing and applause.

Victoria Harbour

Victoria Harbour, named after Queen Victoria of England, is the world's third-largest seaport. Its vastness, depth, and natural beauty have earned it the nicknames "The Pearl of the Orient," "One of the World's Three Greatest Natural Harbors," and "One of the World's Three Most Beautiful Night Views." Bring your camera and tripod and let's get ready for some great photography.

Temple Street Night Market

Temple Street, located in Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, is Hong Kong's most famous open-air market. It's also a haunt of Hong Kong's genteel establishments and a prime location for Hong Kong's early fireworks displays. Many Hong Kong films have used Temple Street as a backdrop or filming location. Temple Street boasts four temples, all clustered around Public Square Street. Temple Street's night market is a unique feature of Hong Kong. Every day after 4 p.m., the street fills with vibrant stalls, a vibrant scene filled with a vibrant crowd and a wide variety of street vendors. These stalls offer opera performances, fortune-telling, qigong exercises, and medicine vendors, making it akin to a regular nightclub. It offers a rich immersion in Hong Kong culture and charm. But remember: be mindful of your belongings!

【Buy, buy, buy】

Just ignore what I said. Check the guide yourself and don’t buy fakes!

The MacLehose Trail is Hong Kong's first and longest hiking trail, recognized by the National Geographic Society as one of the world's best. Opened on October 26, 1979, the 100-kilometer trail begins in Pak Tam Chung, Sai Kung, bypasses the High Island Reservoir, and traverses the New Territories from east to west, ending in Tuen Mun. It is divided into ten sections. Signposts are located along the route, and each section has a check-in point and rest area. This section reverses the MacLehose Trail's second section, offering moderate intensity and the most scenic views of the ten sections.

Anaconda Point is located on the Sai Kung Peninsula in Hong Kong, north of Tai Long Wan, south of Anaconda Bay, and west of Mi Fen Ting. It is 468 meters above sea level and faces the sea. Together with Sai Wan, Ham Tin Bay, Tai Wan, and Tung Wan, it is known as the "One Point and Four Bays."

The top of Anaconda Peak overlooks the sea. The water in East Bay changes constantly, the water and sky meet in Big Bay, the water in Ham Tin Bay is crystal clear, and the sound of waves can be heard in Sai Wan. It is known as one of the "Four Wonders of Hong Kong" and is one of Hong Kong's famous hiking destinations.

Due to its steep and rocky terrain, Anaconda Peak is known by hikers as "the first of Hong Kong's three peaks" and "Hong Kong's most dangerous peak." The mountain's 360-degree panoramic view from the top of the mountain offers panoramic views of Shenzhen, Dapeng, Kwai Chung, Nan'ao, Tap Mun Island, the mountains and sea of ​​Mai Keng Sections 1 and 2, and the High Island Reservoir.

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