Shek O Beach & Village
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Shek O - by Koreval
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Description
Shek-O is at the south-eastern end of Hong Kong Island. It is argubaly both the prettiest beach and village on the island. The name "Shek O" means "rocky bay", but the sand is quite white and fine and the beach itself is wide and backs out to the village which has a very laid-back feel with a few narrow streets and several good restaurants. The beach is very popular during the summer holidays and on week-ends before the water gets too cold. No surfing here, for that there is Big Wave Bay a few minutes away.
Access & Transport
The village is accessible via a scenic and twisty road. By public transport, one should alight at Shau Kei Wan station, near the eastern end of the Island line and take the minibus 9 from there. It covers Shek-O road all the way to the Big Wave Bay parking lot and then Shek-O village. Taxi will be faster and might be a good idea for small groups / families.
Instructions & Recommendations
It's the beach and the sun can be strong in Hong Kong so don't forget the usual protective equipment (hat/cap, "green" sunblock, sunglasses, slippers) and some water. On weekends and during the summer months, it will be very difficult to find some parking space so taxi and bus are best - there may be a queue for the latter on the way back.
Environmental & Social
No or low carbon footprint. The impact on community is the usual two-edge sword: the revenues brought by visitors help the village remain dynamic but lead to increase commercialization and rents.
Conclusion
The best beach option on HK Island: further away than Repulse Bay but visually quite striking and the village is enjoyable.
Key positive
A great combo option with Dragon's Back hike and a meal in the village
Scenic and family friendly
Key negative
Going by public transport is long
Very crowded in season and weekends
Suitability
Kids / family friendly with clean sand, moderate waves and some food options in the village. No accessibility restriction for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Onsite
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 55m
est. visit time:3h
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo