Hong Kong’s Secret Villages & Nature

#hongkongguide 2Days itinerary to Discover Hong Kong’s rural side—ancient villages, waterfalls, and wildlife!) Hong Kong isn’t just a concrete jungle—it’s also home to hidden villages, lush forests, and untouched landscapes. This itinerary will take you far from the skyscrapers to explore a side of Hong Kong that most tourists never see! 🌿✨ Day1: 🌞 Morning: Tai O Fishing Village – A Step Back in Time 📍 How to Get There: • Take the MTR to Tung Chung Station, then bus #11 to Tai O (~50 minutes). ✅ Things to Do: • Wander through Tai O’s stilt houses 🏡 – See how fishermen have lived for centuries. • Take a boat tour 🚤 – Spot Chinese white dolphins (if you’re lucky!). • Explore the Tai O Heritage Hotel 🏨 – A former police station turned boutique hotel. 🍽 Breakfast: • Tai O Bakery 🍞🐟 – Try their famous charcoal-grilled egg waffles & salted fish buns! 💡 TIP: Arrive early in the morning to enjoy peaceful village vibes before tourists arrive. ⸻ 🌅 Afternoon: Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden – A Hidden Nature Retreat 📍 How to Get There: • From Tai O, take bus #11 back to Tung Chung, then the MTR to Tai Po Market Station. • From Tai Po Market, take green minibus #9 (~25 minutes). ✅ Things to Do: • Visit the Butterfly Garden 🦋 – Home to over 100 butterfly species! • Hike up to the Sunset Peak Lookout 🌄 – Stunning panoramic mountain views. • See rescued animals 🐵🦅 – They rehabilitate wild animals like monkeys & eagles. 🍽 Lunch: • Eat at the farm café 🥗 – They serve organic vegetarian meals grown on-site! 💡 TIP: Bring comfortable shoes & a camera—the views are incredible! ⸻ 🌙 Day2 : Bride’s Pool Waterfall – A Secret Waterfall for a Refreshing Dip 📍 How to Get There: • From Kadoorie Farm, take a taxi (~15 minutes) to Bride’s Pool. ✅ Things to Do: • Swim in the waterfall pool 💦 – A hidden natural swimming hole. • Explore Mirror Pool 🌊 – A second, quieter waterfall nearby. • Enjoy a mini picnic 🧺 – Perfect way to end the trip! 💡 TIP: Avoid weekends—it’s more peaceful on weekdays! 🚆 How to Get Back: • Take Bus #275r to Tai Po Market MTR Station, then the train back to Central/Kowloon.