Overview & fast facts
Established as an official marine sanctuary in 1996, Hoi Ha Wan has long attracted nature lovers seeking a calm kayak ride, unplugging at secluded beaches, or immersing in educational programmes about corals and local marine life forms. WWF Hong Kong operates the Ha Marine Life Centre in this area, offering programmes to students and community members that raise awareness about plastic pollution and the need to conserve marine life.
Hoi Ha Wan village is located in the innermost shore of Hoi Ha Wan. Here, you can rent kayaks, costing $100 for a one-person kayak and $250 for two-person kayaks. The waves are rather subtle, making it a perfect location for beginners. Hoi Ha Wan is also one of the few scuba diving havens in Hong Kong. Divers can come face-to-face with spiky sea urchins, pufferfish that intend no harm, starfish right by the shore of some beaches, chill sea cucumbers, and even jellyfish! The glass-like water is as clean as it gets in Hong Kong and there are hardly any harsh waves.
Distance: 6.5 kilometres approx.
Difficulty: Beginner
Total ascent: 183 metres
Duration: 3 hours approx.