Camping provides the best way to get close to nature and make fond memories with people that you care about. Here we recommend five best campsites in Hong Kong for your next weekend getaway.
Best For Camping Rookies
Sai Yuen - For camping beginners, it’s wise to have a taste of the experience before investing in any fancy gear. Sai Yuen offers a wide selection of tents and all the sleeping equipment that you need. Mongolian yurts, tepees, safari tents... you name it! Sai Yuen also comes with barbeque pits and toilets -- important for those trying to ease into the camping experience!
Best Paid Campsite
Treasure Island Campsite - If you’re into dipping your toes in the sand, why not spend a day at the picturesque Pui O Beach and finish the day with a barbeque dinner at Treasure Island Campsite? Camp spots are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t want any surprises? Bookings are also available.
Best Unspoilt Nature
Tap Mun Island - A rare gem of Hong Kong, this secluded grass island off Sai Kung offers breathtaking views that will make you forget about the hustle and bustle of city life. With wild cattle roaming the island, you really can’t get any closer to nature. Note that there isn’t much in terms of facilities. Be sure to bring everything that you might need.
Best Beachfront Campsite
Ham Tin Wan - Surfers, listen up! Surfboard hire is just a stone’s throw away at this beachfront campsite. Tents and sleeping bags are also available for rent. With basic toilet facilities also in place, you don’t need to bring much. Just bring enough cash!
Best for Island Hopping
Tung Lung Chau - This island offers a nostalgic glimpse into history - from Tung Lung Chau Fort that’s built between 1662 and 1722, to a rock carving that’s over 5,000 years old. Take a walk back in history during the day and settle for a relaxing evening at the campsite in the northeast of the island.
Things to pack for camping
Here are several camping essentials for campers who opt for camping in the wild.
- Shelter: waterproof tent, ground cloth and mat to keep you warm and dry.
- Bedding: have a good night sleep with sleeping bags and air mattresses.
- Cooking: show off your culinary skills with camping cooking sets, stove and portable gas.
- Basic first aid kit: don’t leave home without supplies and equipment for medical treatment.
- Personal: toothbrush, toothpaste, towels and mosquito spray etc.
- Food and water: have a planned menu beforehand - enjoy the meal!
Embrace nature. And more importantly, respect it -- just like the Right of Public Access in Sweden being summed up in the phrase Dont disturb – destroy.
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