Kayak Hong Kong

Experience a rustic way of life in the sleepy village of Tap Mun

We’ll take a speedboat or ferry from Wong Shek Pier to our base at Tan Ka Wan, where the tour starts. From the beach, we paddle north along the coast towards Ko Lau Wan Pier and then up along the eastern side of Tap Mun. Along the way, enjoy the views of the rocky coastline and keep a look out for the famous Balanced Rock that gave the island its name. Coming around the northern tip of the island, we meander south through a fish farm floating off the west side of Tap Mun. We’ll tie up the boats close to the Tap Mun Ferry Pier and head to one of the local restaurants for lunch and a refreshing cold milk tea. After lunch, we’ll take a leisurely hike along the paved 2km path that takes us past sights such as the 400-year-old Tin Hau Temple and abandoned King Lam School. The path ends on a hilltop in the middle of the island, where we’ll enjoy the panoramic views and refreshing breezes, before heading back to the boats and paddling the short distance back to our base at Tan Ka Wan.

Ratings: Difficulty – 2/5 Fitness – 2/5 Scenery – 5/5 Culture – 5/5
Tour highlights: Kayaking through a floating fish farm, 400-year-old Tin Hau Temple, panoramic hilltop views from Tap Mun
Meeting time: 10:20am
Meeting point: Wong Shek pier
Lunch: Included

Explore the serene and beautiful waters and quaint villages of Double Haven

Double Haven is every kayaker’s dream: calm and sheltered, crystal clear waters, countless little beaches to pull up on and explore, stunning views in every direction. Learn about local history in the abandoned Hakka village of Lai Chi Wo, try the fresh-caught seafood in Kat O village that is still home to a few hundred people today, snorkel and paddle in the beautiful Yan Chau Tong Marine Park… Although it can be done in two days, there is so much to see and do that we recommend three days for this tour. During the day, we’ll spend about 4 to 5 hours on the water and cover roughly 8 to 10 km with frequent breaks. Kayaking in Double Haven is truly incredible – a relaxing, culturally enriching and memorable experience.

Ratings: Difficulty – 2/5 Fitness – 3/5 Scenery – 5/5 Culture – 5/5
Tour highlights: Lai Chi Wo Village, Kat O, Yan Chau Tong Marine Park, beach camping
Meeting time: 10:20am
Meeting point: Wong Shek Pier
All meals included from lunch on day one to lunch on the last day

Travel the coast where pirates once roamed!

This tour begins a short ferry ride from Central on the island of Cheung Chau. where unique rock formations and pirate history provide the background for your paddling experience. As the cradle of Hong Kong’s civilization with coastal temples and rock carvings dating back thousands of years, learn more about Hong Kong’s history and culture as you paddle. Half day and full day trips are available.

Ratings: Difficulty – 2/5 Fitness – 2/5 Scenery – 3/5 Culture – 3/5
Tour highlights: Easy access, pirate history, temples, history
Meeting time: 9:15am
Meeting point: Cheung Chau ferry pier
Lunch included

Hong Kong Geopark – Sai Wan Sea Caves

The Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark is a world-renowned area of geologic significance, comprising of eight geo-areas along the eastern side of Hong Kong. Come paddle the High Island geo-area and get a chance to see the hexagonal columns of volcanic tuff present throughout the area that were formed 140 million years ago. Sea caves abound and if the sea conditions are right, you may be able to paddle inside and look for rocky shores wildlife.

Ratings: Difficulty – 3/5 Fitness – 3/5 Scenery – 5/5
Tour highlights: Spectacular geology, sea caves
Meeting time: 10:30
Meeting point: Sai Wan beach
Lunch included

Explore the world of corals and reef fish in Hoi Ha Wan

This trip is for more experienced paddlers used to paddling longer distances.

To get to our base at Tan Ka Wan, a small village in the Sai Kung Country Park, we take the speedboat or ferry from Wong Shek Pier. From the beach at our base, the trip heads north along the well-known island of Tap Mun, a small island supported by fishing and tourism. We’ll paddle through a fish farm floating off the west side of Tap Mun where you can learn more about modern methods of fishing. Cutting across the channel, we’ll head around the Wan Tsai peninsula to enter the Hoi Ha Marine Park. Located within the park boundary are two designated snorkeling areas. With kayaks, it is possible to access either one. A picnic lunch revives the energy levels for the paddle back to our base at Tan Ka Wan. If time permits, a short stop off at the small village on Tap Mun gives a flavour of the remote fishing villages of Hong Kong.

Ratings: Difficulty – 2/5 Fitness – 3/5 Scenery – 5/5 Culture – 2/5
Tour highlights: Brilliant corals, reef fish
Meeting time: 9am
Meeting point: Sai Kung Bus Terminal
Lunch: Included

Cheung Chau Night Paddle

Cheung Chau, a beautiful island steeped in pirate history, is a short ferry ride away from central Hong Kong, so easily accessible to all who want to do something different with their evening.

Come see Cheung Chau and the surrounding waters in a different light! Paddle under the night sky and watch the distant lights of Hong Kong island and passing ships twinkle as you slip quietly around the coast. Sometimes when we are lucky we see bioluminescence which highlights our paddles as they pass through the water, making them glow with unearthly light.

Afterwards, stroll into the village to see the night market emerge, with a variety of cooked food and cold drinks available.

Ratings: Difficulty – 3/5 Fitness – 2/5 Scenery – 2/5 Culture – 3/5
Tour highlights: Kayaking beneath the night sky, bioluminescence
Meeting time: determined by sunset
Meeting point: Cheung Chau Windsurf Centre
Meal: Not included

Overnight Trips

If you have a couple of days to spare and would like to spend more time on the water, check out our overnight trips. Our tours are flexible and can be adjusted to suit your preference, whether it’s one night or five. You don’t have to be an expert kayaker to come on an overnight trip with us. Our guides will show you how to paddle more efficiently and we always adjust the pace of the trip to suit the group. Get in touch with us if you would like to find out more.

What we provide:

• All kayaking gear – a top quality double sea kayak, paddle, spray skirt, life jacket
• A waterproof bag for your phone or camera
• An awesome guide
• Roomy 4-person tent (for every 2 persons)
• Inflatable sleeping mats
• Sleeping bags (if required)
• Camping gas stove and potset
• Eating utensils
• All meals
• Filtered water

What to bring:

• A towel and a change of clothes and footwear for the campsite
• A warm layer (e.g. a light fleece) in winter
• Waterproof rain jacket
• Covered shoes – shoes that cover your heel and toes and that will stay on your feet if you fall in the water
• Sun protection – hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
• A reusable 1L water bottle
• Insect repellent
• Toiletries
• Personal medication
• Sleeping bag (if you prefer to use your own)
• A sense of adventure

Explore Tai O fishing village and its stilt houses from the water

This tour starts from the Nam Chung village area and, depending on the tides, proceeds into Tai O village for a closer look at the famous “pang uk” or stilt houses that characterise Tai O living. At the end of the waterway through the village lies the Hau Wong Temple, built in 1699, a centerpiece of Tai O religious life. From the village, the tour continues into the habitat of the pink dolphins, where we may catch a glimpse of these increasingly rare creatures. A bit more paddling takes us into Yi O Bay where well land for a well-deserved rest. A short walk ends in a cool, refreshing pool at the base of the Shui Lo Cho canyon – a great spot for a rest, a swim and a picnic lunch. Refreshed from the break and lunch, the tour returns back along the coastline to our base at Nam Chung village. As there are regular buses to both Tung Chung and Mui Wo, we recommend that you take some time to walk through the village that you’ve just seen from the water. Smell the dried fish, see the temples and walk the streets that have existed for hundreds of years!

Ratings: Difficulty – 2/5 Fitness – 1/5 Scenery – 3/5 Culture – 5/5
Tour highlights: Kayaking between stilt houses in Tai O village, swimming in waterfall pools
Meeting time: 10am
Meeting point: Tai O Bus Terminal
Lunch: Included