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1 Po Toi Island
Hands down, Hong Kong’s outlying islands are the best locations for moongazing. Catching the full moon at one of these islands typically involve an overnight stay, as most ferries stop service after sunset, but what better way to take advantage of the consecutive public holidays than with an overnight camping trip?
Po Toi Island is a known favourite with adventurous astronomy enthusiasts. Far away from the city glare at the southernmost tip of Hong Kong, this secluded island is well-recognised for its unpolluted skies and remarkable geology. Spend the day exploring the rocky landscape and indulging in some local seafood, then when darkness settles, chill out, unwind, and marvel at the moon’s luminous beauty.
Sparsely populated and largely free of light pollution, the moon will appear bright and full no matter where you stand on the island, but the Nam Kok Tsui Lighthouse, which stands on an elevated headland overlooking the island, will guarantee the most phenomenal view of the moonlit heavens.