The only half-day hike that takes you to overlook the Sai Kung Bay and it’s outlying islands from a plateau 400 meters above sea level. The hike starts at Ma On Shan Village, the site of the once biggest mine in Hong Kong. The mine closed in 1976 after 70 years of Iron mining. Most of the villagers have left the mountain, but some houses are still inhabited. The romantic nature trail leads uphill through forest to Ngong Ping Plateau. After one hour the mighty Ma On Shan to the left and Pyramid Hill up front. The views from the edge of the plateau over Sai Kung and the many Islands are breathtaking. This is a favorite starting and landing arena for hang gliders. Standing up here however provi...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking guide
all transfers
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
University Station
Use the blue MTR line (East Rail) to reach University Station.
Meeting Point: Outside Exit B, next to the 7/11 convenience store.
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Suitable fro children from 8 years and above
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the forests and mountains of Hong Kong by foot. The hike leads us uphill through forest, on a romantic trail on which we reach the Ngong Ping Plateau after one hour. The mighty Ma On Shan to the left and Pyramid Hill up front. The views from the edge of the plateau over Sai Kung and the many Islands are breathtaking. This is also a favorite starting and landing arena for hang gliders.
After taking it all in, it's time to descend down to Sai Kung Village using one of the ancient trails, the very path villagers used to reach Kowloon on market days carrying goods back and forth over the hill.
The Hike ends at Sai Kung Village. Here you have the option of returning straight back to t...
Small Group Hike to Ma On Shan Highland
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About
The only half-day hike that takes you to overlook the Sai Kung Bay and it’s outlying islands from a plateau 400 meters above sea level. The hike starts at Ma On Shan Village, the site of the once biggest mine in Hong Kong. The mine closed in 1976 after 70 years of Iron mining. Most of the villagers have left the mountain, but some houses are still inhabited. The romantic nature trail leads uphill through forest to Ngong Ping Plateau. After one hour the mighty Ma On Shan to the left and Pyramid Hill up front. The views from the edge of the plateau over Sai Kung and the many Islands are breathtaking. This is a favorite starting and landing arena for hang gliders. Standing up here however provi...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking guide
all transfers
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
University Station
Use the blue MTR line (East Rail) to reach University Station.
Meeting Point: Outside Exit B, next to the 7/11 convenience store.
