Hiking in Hong Kong: Hong Kong, Lantau, MacLehose and Wilson Trails and 21 day walks

There is a guidebook that includes 4 short multi-day treks and 21 day walks in Hong Kong. The hikes range from easy to challenging and are presented in 5 days. Each trek includes 1:50,000 mapping, GPX files, elevation profiles, and detailed information on accessing the routes via Hong Kong's public transport network. The book also includes geology, history, culture, plants, and wildlife.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 17 January 2023
Publisher: Cicerone Press

Hong Kong is a hiker's paradise, with a plethora of trails and walks to explore. Whether you're looking for a short multi-day trek or a longer 21-day walk, there's something for everyone. Here are some of the best trails and walks in Hong Kong:

Hong Kong Trail: This is a 3-day trek that takes you through some of Hong Kong's most scenic areas, including the Peak, Tai Po, and the Lantau Island. The trail is graded as easy to moderate, and is suitable for beginners and experienced hikers alike.

Lantau Trail: This is a 10-day trek that takes you through the beautiful Lantau Island, home to Hong Kong's largest park. The trail is graded as moderate to challenging, and includes some steep sections.

MacLehose Trail: This is a 10-day trek that takes you through the remote MacLehose Trail, which is part of the Hong Kong Trail. The trail is graded as difficult, and is suitable for experienced hikers only.

Wilson Trail: This is a 10-day trek that takes you through the beautiful Wilson Trail, which is part of the Hong Kong Trail. The trail is graded as difficult, and is suitable for experienced hikers only.

In addition to these longer treks, there are also many day walks available in Hong Kong. These walks range from 5 to 23km (3 to 14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2 to 7 hours. Some of the most popular day walks include:

Victoria Peak: This is a 5.5km (3.4 miles) walk that takes you to the top of Victoria Peak, offering stunning views of Hong Kong's skyline.

The Dragon's Back: This is a 10km (6.2 miles) walk that takes you through the beautiful Dragon's Back Ridge, offering stunning views of the coastline and the Hong Kong Islands.

Tung Chung: This is a 12km (7.5 miles) walk that takes you to the Tung Chung Peninsula, offering stunning views of the Hong Kong skyline and the South China Sea.

Lamma Island: This is a 15km (9.3 miles) walk that takes you to the beautiful Lamma Island, offering stunning views of the coastline and the Hong Kong Islands.

In addition to these trails and walks, Hong Kong also offers a wealth of geological, historical, cultural, plant, and wildlife attractions. Some of the most popular attractions include:

The Peak: This is Hong Kong's highest point, offering stunning views of the city and the surrounding countryside.

The Hong Kong Museum of Art: This is one of the largest art museums in Asia, offering a wide range of art and cultural exhibits.

The Hong Kong Botanical Garden: This is one of the largest botanical gardens in the world, offering a wide range of plant species and gardens.

The Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens: This is one of the largest zoological gardens in the world, offering a wide range of animal species and gardens.

Overall, Hong Kong is a hiker's paradise, with a plethora of trails and walks to explore. Whether you're looking for a short multi-day trek or a longer 21-day walk, there's something for everyone. With the exception of the 3-day Hong Kong Trail, each trek is presented in 5 days. The day walks range from 5 to 23km (3 to 14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2 to 7 hours. 1:50,000 mapping included for each trek stage and day walk GPX files available for download Elevation profiles for each of the treks Detailed information on accessing the routes via Hong Kongs excellent public transport network Geology,history,culture,plants and wildlife

Dimension: 172 x 116 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786310514