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Hike from Sok Kwu Wan to Yung Shue Wan Ferry pier- Lamma Island, Hong Kong

Asia, Hong Kong
Hello there ! In this article I’ll introduce you the hike from Sok Kwu Wan to Yung Shue Wan Ferry pier. Short hike starting on the south-east side of Lamma going to the northern village. Great for a family hike in the mountains with sea view. The destination pier Yung Shue Wan has more frequents ferry departures. Both piers have restaurants. More details about Long Ke Beach Hike Here
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Take the ferry from central pier number 4

Ferry to sok kwu wan

Note that the Ferries from Central to Sok Kwu Wan are less frequent that the one going to Yung Shue Wan Pier. It is recommended to start the hike from Sok Kwu Wan so you have more flexible for the return. 

More details about the hike :

Lamma-Island-Beach-trail
Lamma Island
Ferry time table Central / Sok Kwu Wan : Here Ferry time table Central / Yung Shue Wan : Here
  • Departure : Sok Kwu Wan Pier
  • Arrival : Yung Shue Wan Pier
  • Duration : Around 1h
  • Budget : Free
  • Difficulty : Easy
  • Distance : 4.7 kilometers

When arriving at the Sok Kwu Wan Pier, there are sea food restaurant along the sea. Around noon it is perfect timing to enjoy fresh fishes and seashells. Few menus are available depending on your preferences. Restorer will hail you toward there restaurant. Take the time to choose wisely what you like.

Lamma Island hike
Lamma Island hike
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What to see in lamma

1 - tin hau temple (天后宮)

There are few temples in Lamma dedicated to the goddess of the sea. It seems the temple was build about 150 years ago. Most have been renovated few years ago. Tin Hau temple is located near the main path going to Yung Shue wan. Pretty temple with grey and red bricks. The roofs are made of a beautiful like green and some of the walls are covered with mosaic. Inside the temple a rare fish of 2.5 meters long displayed inside the shrine. It is a Oarfish.

Tin Hau Temple

2 - Beaches

Lamma is a quiet and nice island. Cars are not allowed, locals mainly move around with bicycle or small vehicles. Beaches are usually not very crowded depending on the season. The main one, Lamma Power Station Beach has a nice beach restaurant. It is convenient to spend the afternoon. Below the list of few of them :

1 –  Lamma Power Station Beach

2 – Hung Shing Ye Beach

3 – Lo So Shing Beach

Lamma Island Beach
Lamma Power Station Beach
Lamma Yung Shue Wan Pier

3 - Eat in local restaurants

Lamma island is known for its sea food restaurants. Many locals visit the island for its fresh sea food along the sea. There’s plenty of dishes available, try, explore and enjoy the moment.  

Lamma Island Local Restaurant with view
Lamma Island sunset restaurant
Lamma Island Local Restaurant

4 - Sunset at the Yung shue wan pier

Lamma Island sunset pier
Tips for your trip :
1 – Have seafood lunch or dinner at the piers.
2 – Bring you swimming suit and towel.
3 –  Check the ferry Schedule  Here
Sunset Peak
Sunset Peak

Where to find the most beautiful beaches in Hong Kong ?

Here a list of four beaches to discover in Sai Kung accessible by boat or hike :

1 – Tai wan Beach

2 – Ham Tin Beach

3 – Sai Wan Beach

4 – Tung Wan Beach

Which one is your favourite beach ?

If you want to hike on Hong Kong Island Here and Here.

Enjoy,
Xxx

Cecile

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Comments:

  • AntonioKnods

    29/12/2021

    The journey starts from Sok Kwu Wan , a small fishing village and ends at Yung Shue Wan , the largest village on the island.

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  • medicine online shopping

    26/05/2022

    Way cool! Some very valid points! I appreciate you
    penning this article plus the rest of the site is really good.

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