Visiting HK

Hoi Ha Wan translates as ‘Bay Beneath the Sea’ and the Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park is a protected area that contains 60 types of hard coral and 120 species of coral fish. It’s also a particularly good spot for those interested in snorkeling or mangroves.From the rustic Hoi Ha Village, follow the upwards path passing an old temple and a lime kiln (coral was once used in the production of lime) until you have a broad view of the bay’s shimmering waters. Then take a left down a flight of steps to a pier. If the day is clear and the tide is low, you should be able to see coral heads poking through the water. These are brain coral, earning this un-poetic name from their round shapes and convoluted surface patterns. You should also be able to see various colourful fish swimming through the coral, but you might wish to take a closer look by renting snorkeling gear back at the village. Be careful with the coral though – it’s protected.

 

Infomation

Address: Hoi Ha Wan, Sai Kung, New Territories

Tel: (+852) 2708 8885

Website: www.afcd.gov.hk

 

How to get there

MTR Diamond Hill Station, Exit C2.

Take bus 92 or 96R (Sunday and public holidays only) to Sai Kung Town,

then change to green minibus 7 to Hoi Ha Tsuen and walk to the Marine Park.