Breaking into Hong Kong's "Little Antarctica" on Po Toi Island! A healing journey to the southernmost outlying island

The pristine scenery is known as "Hong Kong's Little Antarctica." The route is simple and suitable for beginners. Remember to apply plenty of sunscreen☀️

🚢 Island Access
▪️ Starting Point 1: Aberdeen Pier (Exit A, Lei Tung MTR Station)
About a 50-minute boat ride, limited departures
Outbound: 10:00 AM
Return: 2:30 PM / 4:00 PM
🎫 One-way fare: HKD 30

▪️ Starting Point 2: Stanley Buk Kong Pier (Direct bus 260 from Central)
30-minute boat ride, operates Tue/Thu/Sat/Sun, more frequent departures
🎫 One-way fare: HKD 30

📸 Photo Spots
📍 Lighthouse 126 | Pure white cliff lighthouse
The southernmost landmark on the island, with an endless sea view backdrop

📍 Monk’s Rock + Spirit Turtle Mountain
Coastal hiking trail with vividly weathered rock formations

📍 Buddha’s Hand Rock | Giant magical stone formation
Five-fingered giant rock hanging over the coastline; pose from the side to "hold up Buddha’s Hand"

📍 Wan Chai Store | Pier convenience store
Seaweed instant noodles HKD 50, water HKD 12, Pocari Sweat HKD 15, reasonably priced

💡 Tips
1️⃣ Wear non-slip hiking shoes; the trail is primitive with many loose stones
2️⃣ Use both physical and chemical sunscreen; there is almost no shade on the island🔥
3️⃣ It’s recommended to take the 4:00 PM boat back for a more relaxed schedule
4️⃣ Signal is very weak; download offline maps in advance

In the 30°C summer heat, rush into Hong Kong’s southernmost blue-green secret spot—the salty sea breeze pushes the clouds along, the lighthouse stands as a lonely coordinate in the vast ocean, and at this moment, I am freer than the wind🪁

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