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Hong Kong - To Do
Dragon's Back
Getting to the Dragon's Back Via Lan Nai Wan Drop Off Point
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Hong Kong - To Do
Dragon's Back
Getting there:
- Take the MTR Line to Shau Kei Wan Station.
- Taking to the end of the number 9 line would bring you to Big Wave Bay which is the start/end of the trail. The more scenic route is nearest to Lan Nai Wan. The route from Big Wave Bay is mostly sheltered and a gentle slope.
However, for the main dragon's back and great views, via Lan Nai Wan, a left and right circuit can be covered in approximately 2-2.5hrs total with a return back to Lan Nai Wan Drop off point.
ABBATips:
- Bring water with you! It does get hot.
- You really don't need dedicated gear. Sport shoes, loafer and even in jeans, the whole hike/walk can be done. We saw many tourist and locals dressed casually.
- There are some portions that maybe a little bit slippery due to the loose sand, but you won't be on your hands and knees to move around. Just watch your steps and hike safely.
- Routes are relatively clearly marked and it is an easy route for all ages.
- No public toilets along the route!
- Take the MTR Line to Shau Kei Wan Station.
- Exit and take the Number 9 Bus (about 6.80HKD) to Lan Nai Wan (Google Lan Nai Wan. This is the stop that is the shortest route up to the Dragon's Back Ridge. Click here for Map view. )
To Return:
- From Big Wave Bay, one can take the mini bus for 10HKD direct to Shau Kei Wan (We took this option) or Number 9.
- If you return via Lan Nai Wan drop off point (This was where we originally dropped off), and take Number 9 bus back to Shau Kei Wan Station.
How Long Should you cater?
The full dragon's back Hike starting from Lan Nai Wan and ending and Big Wave Bay takes approximately 4hours + with photo taking and lots of stopping. However, for the main dragon's back and great views, via Lan Nai Wan, a left and right circuit can be covered in approximately 2-2.5hrs total with a return back to Lan Nai Wan Drop off point.
ABBATips:
- Bring water with you! It does get hot.
- You really don't need dedicated gear. Sport shoes, loafer and even in jeans, the whole hike/walk can be done. We saw many tourist and locals dressed casually.
- There are some portions that maybe a little bit slippery due to the loose sand, but you won't be on your hands and knees to move around. Just watch your steps and hike safely.
- Routes are relatively clearly marked and it is an easy route for all ages.
- No public toilets along the route!
Getting to the Dragon's Back Via Lan Nai Wan Drop Off Point
Getting to the Peak from Lan Nai Wan is easy with gentle slopes and clearly carved up steps. It probably takes about 20mins with loads of photo opportunities (The best are right on top). As you go up the track there's an immediate fork, head towards the left and keep walking along the marked tracked looking out for dragon's back signage.
Cater about 1.5-2hrs. The dragons back walk/easy hike to the right and left offer the best views of Shek O Village and Big Wave Bay.
For those looking for the best shots and views from the Dragon's back this would be about the most photographic stretch at the peak.
However those looking for the full Dragon's Back experience, the remaining 2hrs of walking brings you through a gently sloped path all the way to Big Wave Bay. It's definitely not as photographic as seen by the lack of photos, but the entire experience and a workout/hike leads you to a picturesque bay.
There are light eats and toilets available at Big Wave Bay! (Alternatively you can go down to Lan Nai Wan point to take number 9 bus to the Big Wave Bay)
There
really isn’t much to it. Maybe some nice shots of the temple itself and
a picture with your zodiac animal. Other than that, it is a place of
worship and the ‘garden’ behind lacked luster.
Wong Tai Sin Temple Chuk Un, 九龍黃大仙竹園村二號
Its pretty interesting to have a look at the feed they have for sale for the Birds. Really so-so, but nothing one should go out of your way to look.
You might also be interested in gold fish street which also has exotic reptiles on display (Worth to check out!).
Bird Market Road
Finding your route is part of the fun.
However those looking for the full Dragon's Back experience, the remaining 2hrs of walking brings you through a gently sloped path all the way to Big Wave Bay. It's definitely not as photographic as seen by the lack of photos, but the entire experience and a workout/hike leads you to a picturesque bay.
There are light eats and toilets available at Big Wave Bay! (Alternatively you can go down to Lan Nai Wan point to take number 9 bus to the Big Wave Bay)
To Return if you come back via Big Wave Bay as we did: (Repeat of information from top)
- From Big Wave Bay, one can take the mini bus for 10HKD direct to Shau Kei Wan (We took this option) or Number 9.
- If you return via Lan Nai Wan drop off point (This was where we originally dropped off), and take Number 9 bus back to Shau Kei Wan Station. - From Big Wave Bay, one can take the mini bus for 10HKD direct to Shau Kei Wan (We took this option) or Number 9.
Wong Tai Sin Temple
(Wong Tai Sin Station)
(Wong Tai Sin Station)
Wong Tai Sin Temple is a well known shrine and major tourist
attraction in Hong Kong. It is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, or the Great
Immortal Wong.
There
really isn’t much to it. Maybe some nice shots of the temple itself and
a picture with your zodiac animal. Other than that, it is a place of
worship and the ‘garden’ behind lacked luster. 
Flower Market Road
(Prince Edward Station)
(Prince Edward Station)
For
those blessed with a green thumb or into aesthetics decorations, the
flower street have got loads of bargain buys. This is especially so for
artificial/dried plants. Time to channel that green thumb.
Flower Market
Flower Market
Bird Market Road
(Prince Edwards Station)
(Prince Edwards Station)
You might also be interested in gold fish street which also has exotic reptiles on display (Worth to check out!).
Bird Market Road
