Long Ke Wan beach
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Long Ke Wan - by Koreval
Description
Long Ke Wan is one of Hong Kong's nicest beaches (sand is pretty white and the water clear) - flanked by hills on all sides. It is located at the beginning of stage 2 of the MacLehose trail, in the Sai Kung Peninsula. There are no buildings / shops or restaurants there.
Access & Transport
The easiest but more expensive way to get to the beach is by boat from Sai Kung (25' ride and about HKD150/person one way). Alternatively, take a taxi from Sai Kung or Pak Tam Chug until the end of the East Dam (where the Geopark is) and walk 20' (mostly downhill on the way to the beach, quite the opposite on the way back...).
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 plenty of water as you will not be able to resupply after Sai Kung or Pak Tam Chung. To cut down on cost, but still be efficient, it might be a good idea to go by taxi to the Geopark, visit it, walk down to the beach and return by boat to Sai Kung.
Environmental & Social
Hardly any carbon footprint (only the transport to get there) since it is all natural. Socially neutral
Conclusion
Long Ke Wan makes for a wonderful day out (or long half day) and is highly recommended along with the UNESCO Geopark and a visit of Sai Kung, for those with at least 5 days in HK, repeat visitors and residents. It is the opportunity to discover a side of the territory which is in stark contrast to Central / Causeway Bay and Kowloon
Key positive
The beach looks very good with clear waters
Seldom crowded
Key negative
Takes some time and money to get there
Sometimes too many boats (weekends during summer holidays) just off the beach
Suitability
Kids / family friendly with clean sand and few waves (generally). Access involves a long section of steep stairs or a boat ride but no pontoon so not accessible for people with reduced mobility.
About this Rating
TYPE
Onsite
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:1h 30m
est. visit time:2h 30m
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo
Max number of travellers:4
Min. Child age:2
Max. child age:11