https://www.scmp.com/rss/513321/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors For nature lovers, the 1,110 sq km (430 sq mile) city of Hong Kong – which includes many unspoilt islands, mountains and coastlines – stands apart. The city’s outdoor delights can be explored all year round and easily covered in a single day, but adding an overnight stay ensures a deeper, more immersive experience. From tranquil Hakka village to dramatic volcanic geopark You can begin your trip from Wu Kau Tang village – a short minibus ride from MTR Tai Po Market Station – with a two-hour... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/great-outdoors-hong-kong/article/3330395/need-break-four-short-trips-explore-hong-kongs-great-outdoors-all-year-round?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/great-outdoors-hong-kong/article/3330395/need-break-four-short-trips-explore-hong-kongs-great-outdoors-all-year-round?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 Oct 2025 02:00:11 +0000 To fully appreciate Hong Kong’s diverse range of stunning natural landscapes and delicious local cuisine, it’s worth taking a trip out west, far from the city’s high-rise centre to Tai O and Pak Nai, two very different destinations offering quintessential outdoor experiences. Fishing village charm Lantau Island is Hong Kong’s largest isle, and its Chinese name – “Big Island Mountain” – draws attention to its dramatic peaks that rise steeply out of the sea. A visit to the village of Tai O, at its... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/great-outdoors-hong-kong/article/3232169/2-great-outdoor-trips-showcase-hong-kongs-rich-waterfront-heritage-unspoilt-nature-breathtaking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/great-outdoors-hong-kong/article/3232169/2-great-outdoor-trips-showcase-hong-kongs-rich-waterfront-heritage-unspoilt-nature-breathtaking?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Aug 2023 04:00:10 +0000 Many of the spectacular scenic sites in Hong Kong’s unspoiled countryside have become social media sensations in recent years. Netizens have been amazed that a sea-flanked area of islands and rolling hills, covering only about 1,114 sq km, boasts such a diverse range of natural landscapes. From browsing online photographs, they have learned about the locations offering the best vantage points for great images while hiking along popular trails in country parks, prompting many to visit these... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/great-outdoors-hong-kong/article/3209231/why-hong-kongs-spectacular-outdoor-scenery-has-taken-instagrammers-breath-away?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/great-outdoors-hong-kong/article/3209231/why-hong-kongs-spectacular-outdoor-scenery-has-taken-instagrammers-breath-away?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Feb 2023 08:35:47 +0000 Hong Kong is a paradise for nature lovers, with its extensive, easily accessible country park areas and coastal waters offering an amazing range of outdoor pursuits. From daytime to night-time, and on land and sea, there are always activities for people looking to immerse themselves in the living world, or take a closer look at our universe. Explore coast ‘standing on the sea’ Edmund Lai, who has been a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) coach for more than a decade, became a water-sport enthusiast in... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/arts-culture/topics/wellness-hong-kong/article/3187434/how-hong-kongs-great?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/arts-culture/topics/wellness-hong-kong/article/3187434/how-hong-kongs-great?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:36:03 +0000