Tai Long Wan (Big Wave Bay) and Ham Tin Bay 大浪灣 咸田灣

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Tai Long Wan is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Hong Kong.  I was there twice. Once was with a companion on a cloudy day. The second time was alone but with sunshine.


Tai Long Wan consists of 4 beaches on the east coast of Sai Kung Peninsula, i.e. Sai Wan (West Bay), Ham Tin Wan, Tai Wan (Big Bay) and Tung Wan (East Bay).  Both times, we walked up to the Ham Tin Bay and then to Pak Tam Au to take a bus back to Sai Kung. One day, I will go further to the other two bays.


The majority hikers will take a minibus (click here for the time table) from Sai Kung town centre to Sai Wan Pavilion.  Just follow a path to Sai Wan. Very soon, one can have fantastic views over the Highland Reservoir. Along the way were beautiful flowers (end February) catching your attention.



In less than half hour we reached civilisation - the Sai Wan Village with a few old houses, stores and spot shops. They are located near the Sai Wan Beach. If you want a snack, just stop by.


The beach is very nice. White sand, rocks, views of nearby islands. So picturesque! At time, a team of people were going for canoeing.




Walk to the end of the beach and then up. You will have a beautiful panoramic view of the Sai Wan Beach. And soon, once direction changed, you will see the stunning Ham Tin Beach with clear water and white sand. Quiet and gorgeous! Soothing!






There are snack places on the left of the beach. Visitors can pass through a wooden 'bridge' to reach them and stuff the stomach. I did not eat there but went through to get to the destination.  


The remaining path is mostly on hills without much scenery.  Until we reach Chek Keng, we saw some old houses and the sea again. Afterwards is hiking undulating paths on the hill. The last glimpse of the surroundings was impressive.  






The walk is about 11 kilometres. I completed it in 4 hours.  Quite good!





Location: Big Wave Bay, Hong Kong

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