7 Kuk Po, Fanling
Far out to the northeastern end of the New Territories lies Kuk Po. While not particularly easy to get to by any means, you will be able to see silvergrass fields juxtaposed against mangrove trees, making this a perfectly romantic spot for a day trip with a loved one. Since you’re going to be out in the sticks anyway, you might as well make a journey of it by walking into Kuk Po from Luk Keng.
This leisurely hike couldn’t be easier, suitable for even the most hardened of couch potatoes, with only one section of stairs and mostly no incline. From Fanling MTR station, come out of exit C and onto minibus 56K. Alight at the final stop, then walk along Bride’s Pool Road, turning into the Kai Kuk Shue Ha trail at length, then turning left when the path intersects with the Fung Hang Family Walk to reach the village of Fung Hang.
There is a small tea stall where you can stop for refreshments, as well as a public toilet and a picturesque little pier in this hamlet. Fung Hang itself is restricted access, so simply keep following signs along the waterfront to Kuk Po. The journey takes roughly an hour, and you simply retrace your route back out.
How to get there
- Take the East Rail MTR line to Fanling Station (Exit C).
- Take minibus 56K towards Luk Keng and alight at the final stop.