Paradise Lake~Huangmaozhou
by BooBoo
Dec 18, 2021
🌊 "Hong Kong's Maldives" jelly sea × 140 million-year-old volcanic rock × deserted island adventure**
—— Complete one-day guide to Huangmaozhou⛰️
🌟 A hidden gem in Hong Kong that will change your perception
This "fake Okinawa secret spot" stamped by National Geographic hides Hong Kong's wildest glass sea!
Tiffany blue jelly sea💎, an infinity pool formed by volcanic rocks🏊, a seabed full of sea urchins🦪. When snorkeling, schools of fish swim around you, and jumping into the Imperial Concubine Pool feels like falling into a natural swimming pool. Every snap looks like a "pretend Maldives" masterpiece!
🌍 Five soul-stirring must-play highlights
1️⃣ Glass Sea Snorkeling · Real-life Finding Nemo
Dive into the jelly sea with 7-meter visibility, where schools of small fish and fluorescent blue-tailed fish are within reach! Coral reefs look like a spilled palette, and underwater photos come straight out of Finding Nemo📸 Hidden tip: attract fish to surround you and shoot from above for a "mermaid dance" perspective.
2️⃣ Imperial Concubine Pool Secret Spot · Volcanic Rock Natural Pool
A shallow area enclosed by volcanic rocks forms a "sea sky pool" at high tide, reflecting Tiffany blue under sunlight—perfect for an Instagram-worthy shot in seconds!
3️⃣ 118 Lighthouse · God's Eye View Overlooking Mountains and Sea
The 5-meter pure white lighthouse is the island's soul landmark! Climb to the top to overlook Hong Kong's sacred mountain, Nam She Tsim, and capture the epic "isolated island and blue sea" with drone shots.
4️⃣ Deserted Island Adventure · Real-life Temple Escape
70% undeveloped area with thrilling rock climbing between reefs! Pass through dark red volcanic rock faults and the "Devil's Hand" sea cave (⚠️ wear non-slip shoes + gloves).
5️⃣ Pier Diving · Relive Your Youthful Passion
Leap from the old pier into the glass sea, and the splash moment feels like being a teenager again.
6️⃣ Paddleboard Adventure · Floating Sky Mirror
Paddle through the seaweed maze; the water is so clear it feels like floating in the sky.
Hidden play: lie on the board to sunbathe and enjoy the dual healing of 28℃ sunshine and 26℃ seawater.
🚤 One-day divine itinerary (photographer follow-along version)
08:30 Meet at Futian Port - University Station - direct to Huangshi Pier
10:00 Charter speedboat to the island (20 minutes of thrilling speedboat ride! Change clothes at the pier)
10:30 Secure the prime camping spot → set up canopy and store supplies
11:00 Snorkeling treasure hunt (life jackets, snorkeling masks, and snorkels provided)
12:30 Deserted island picnic (noodles + vegetables and meatballs / upgrade to seafood BBQ AA)
13:30 Island exploration: soak in Imperial Concubine Pool + volcanic rock climbing + lighthouse climb
15:00 Free time to chill: paddleboarding + snorkeling + diving + island photo shoot
17:30 Take speedboat back
🚖 Transportation tips to avoid pitfalls
✅ Currently, there is no public transport to Huangmaozhou; you must arrange the location and time with the boat owner in advance for round trips.
⚠️ Charter boat secret: book 3 days in advance; getting familiar with the boat owner can unlock sea drifting.
📝 Hard-earned experience summary
▫️ Sunscreen is a must! Long-sleeve jellyfish suit + coral-friendly sunscreen
▫️ Essential gear: diving socks (to prevent sea urchin stings!)
▫️ Environmental bottom line! Catching or harvesting protected species carries a HKD 100,000 fine
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