Hiking Along the Dragon's Back
Hong Kong is probably best known for quick food and kung fu--not getting dusty and swigging from Nalgene bottles. But with 40 percent of the area protected as parks, hikes in the lush hills outside the city are popular for locals and tourists alike and offer stunning views of the island that shouldn't be missed.
The Dragon's Back trail is one of the better-known among Hong Kongers. This trek along a spine of hills high above the city affords a surreal break from the bustling metropolis below with vistas of outlying islands and the quiet village of Shek O.
The trailhead is accessible via local transport, and you can make this walk as short as you like. If you want to make a proper journey of it, though, it'll take you a good part of a day.
Walking, obviously, is free. You can pick up a trail map from any tourism office, or buy a guidebook from a local book shop. But if you're inclined to go with a professional guide, Walk Hong Kong is a licensed tour operator that can take you along various trails in the region with rates running from $60 to $100 depending on the route.
Related Stories:
· Experience Hong Kong: Hiking [Fodors]
· Walk Hong Kong [Official Site]
· Hiking coverage [Jaunted]
· Hong Kong coverage [Jaunted]
[Photo: Mat Booth]
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