One journey showcasing the core attractions of Hong Kong’s UNESCO Global Geopark: Marvel at the magnificent Plover Cove Reservoir main dam, a landmark of hydraulic engineering; explore Pak Sha Tau Chau to see the oldest rock formations in Hong Kong; view the iconic Devil’s Fist from the sea, a 400-million-year geological wonder; and witness the striking red “Danxia on the Sea” landscape of Port Island. Led by Recommended Geopark Guide(R2G), this is an in-depth exploration of Hong Kong’s world-class geological heritage.
| Time |
Every Saturday, Approx. 2 hours (Book at least 2 days in advance) |
| Assembly Point |
Ma On Shan Plaza (Next to Bayshore Towers) |
| Dismissal Point |
Wu Kai Sha Pier |
| Walking Distance |
Approx. 1.5 km |
| Difficulty (Max. *****) |
** |
| Number of participants |
6-12 (if you have 12+ people, please contact us) |
Tour Highlights
- EcoTravel is the ONLY Licensed Travel Agent (No. 353452) & R2G operator recognized by UNESCO Hong Kong Global Geopark
- Cruise along the coast of Ma Shi Chau, glimpsing this famous geological site known for its sedimentary rocks and tombolo
- Admire the majestic main dam of Plover Cove Reservoir from the sea – a remarkable engineering feat that contrasts beautifully with the surrounding mountains
- Pak Sha Tau Chau features the oldest sedimentary rocks found in Hong Kong and the discovery of fossils of extinct placoderm fish
- Devil’s Fist – A unique landscape formed by weathering and marine erosion of sedimentary rocks dating back 400 million years
- Port Island – showcase the red sedimentary rock where the dinosaur fossils were discovered
- Recommended Geopark Guides Interpretation
Itinerary
Route: Ma On Shan Plaza – Wu Kai Sha Pier – Plover Cove Reservoir – Pak Sha Tau Chau – Devil’s Fist – Port Island – Lai Chi Chong / Hoi Ha Wan (TBC) – Wu Kai Sha Pier
Fee
Original price: HK$760 per person (Same for child and adult)
Discounted price: HK$480 per person (Same for child and adult), min. 6 pax.
What is included
- Professional GeoPark Guide (R2G) (English/Mandarin/Cantonese speaking)
- Boat Tour of Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region (Boat)
- Insurance of HK$100,000 for accidental death and disablement (per accidental limit)
What is not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
Remarks
- Personal Overseas Travel Insurance is Highly Recommended.
- Date and timing of the Guide schedule might be changed by tour guide on spot depending on the traffic, weather and the environmental condition etc. on spot according to the principle of safety.
- Itineraries are subject to change without prior notice due to local conditions, transportation changes or if any unexpected circumstances (like Heavy Rain, Earthquake, War or Natural Disaster). We reserve the right to re-arrange, cancel or replace the elements of the itinerary. We are not responsible for any loss if tour itinerary / timing of transportation changed in response to unforeseen circumstances.