| Wan Tsai Peninsula
West Campsite |
| Campsites No.: |
7 |
| Location: |
Wan Tsai Peninsula West, Sai Kung West (Wan
Tsai Ext.) |
| Tent space: |
20 |
| Accessibility: |
Easy; for beginners |
| Introduction: |
Wan Tsai Peninsula lies at the north-west
of Long Harbour, adjacent to Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park. The campsite
is on the South side of the park, which is spaciously designed
with ample facilities. It is renowned for starry nights as well
as its simple pleasant environment and picturesque scenery. |
| Facilities: |
pavilions, barbeque pits, benches and tables |
| Hygienic facilities: |
large-scale bathing and toilet facilities
(similar setup for handicapped users) |
| Source of water: |
tap |
| Highlights: |
Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park - Established in July
of 1996, it is the first marine park in Hong Kong. There are
various mangrove, 59 coral and more than 120 coral fish species
recorded in 260-hectare park. Others marine animals such as
starfish and jellyfish are also found. |
| Country trails: |
“Walkers’ Companion”: Route 21 – Tai Tan Country
Trail, Tai Tan Country Trail, Wan Tsai Nature Trail and Wan
Tsai Orienteering Trim Course. |
| How to get there: |
Method 1:
From Sai Kung Bus Terminal take Bus 94 or Bus 96R at Diamond
Hill MTR Bus Terminal on Saturday, Sundays and statutory holidays.
Get off at the Wong Shek Terminus. Then hop onto the Wan Tsai-bound
ferry at Wong Shek Pier. From Wan Tsai Pier, a 5-minute walk
on stony path takes one to the campsite.
Method 2:
From Sai Kung, take Minibus 7 and descend at Hoi Ha Village.
Then, follow the Tai Tan Country Trail and walk for about
45 minutes.
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