| Sai Wan Campsite |
| Campsites No.: |
14 |
| Location: |
Sai Wan, Sai Kung East Country Park (Tai Long Sai Wan) |
| Tent space: |
4 |
| Accessibility: |
Difficult; suitable for experienced hikers and campers |
| Introduction: |
The site lies in Tai Long Sai Wan, which is one of Sai Kung East best scenic spots. It is exactly behind Kap Man Hang Bridge adjacent to the second stage of MacLehose Trail. There is the option to pitch a tent onto the sand on the beach, the panoramic view of the shoreline and off-shore islands is breath-taking. At dawn, a peek out of the tent flaps will garner a beautiful sunrise from the ocean-lined horizon. |
| Facilities: |
barbeque pits |
| Hygienic facilities: |
Dry toilet pits |
| Source of water: |
Stream water (seasonal supply) |
| Highlights: |
Tai Long Sai Wan - It used to be a typhoon shelter for fishing boats but the High Island Reservoir project blocked the shortcut channel . Sai Wan Village is a hotspot for hiking and along the Stage Two of MacLehose Trail. So there are several stores open to provide supplies for hikers.
Sheung Luk Stream - It is one of the biggest stream in Hong Kong and features numerous beautiful falls and pools along the stream.
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| Country trails: |
MacLehose Trail - Stage 2
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| How to get there: |
Take Minibus 29R from Sai Kung town and alight at the Sai Wan Pavilion termainal. Follow the signposts and paths directed to Sai Wan Village, which takes an hour to arrive. Then, trace back the MacLehose trail and go 15 minutes further and you will be there.
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