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Enjoy a half day away from the hustle and bustle of the Hong Kong city, and enjoy being in nature. The Lion Rock (495 metres high) is part of a mountain range located between Kowloon and the New Territories. Join this most spectacular hiking tour, and experience the spirit of "Beneath the Lion Rock" (a famous Hong Kong song by Roman Tam, dedicated to the particular spirit of the Hong Kong people).
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Departure Point: General Post Office, street level - in front of the white post boxes By subway: Take the subway to Central Station, use Exit K. Coming out of Exit K, U-turn, continue across the street into the underpass, after which you will have the General Post Office in front of you.
From here the guide shows you how to take the subway back to your hotel
Itinerary
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Getting off the bus you'll be surrounded by monkeys. Macaques, re-introduced to Hong Kong in the 1910’s to eat the poisonous fruits of a plant found around the Kowloon Water Reservoir. Since then a stable Macaque population has established itself in this area.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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The path the attention is soon with the beauty of the forest trail and the breathtaking vistas. You'll be on shaded path in forest for most of the hike but every now and then the view opens up to the urban jungle of the Kowloon Peninsula down below. On clear days the skyline of Hong Kong Island is visible, and the former Kai Tak Airport, now fitted with a cruise terminal. Then finally, a climb over the rocky back of the Lion – the city stretched out below.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple
The hiking tour ends in the district of Wong Tai Sin. The Temple here is one of the most popular temples of Hong Kong, as Wong Tai Sin is the deity "who grants all wishes". The subway station with the same name is just next to the temple.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
- Hiking on nature path - difficulty level: medium
- Please wear comfortable hiking shoes - Trekking shoes or trainers with good grip essential.
- Clothing - Sun and rainfall can be intense and a hat is recommended. During the winter season (November - March) temperatures can drop with a chilling wind, so a sweater/fleece is advisable. During the wet season (April - September) a plastic raincoat or umbrella is recommended. In warmer months (May - October) it is advisable to carry a spare T-shirt or other garment to change into at the end of the hike
- Skin Protection - Suntan lotion should be used throughout the year.
- Please bring you own water.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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