Done with Dragon's Back and tired of the Twin Peaks?Check out these lesser-known hikes in Hong Kong with rewarding views and fewer crowds on for size.
Tai Po Kau Forest Walk
Best for:Families
Tai Po Kau Forest Walk is located inside the Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve,a popular destination for nature lovers.It features different colour-coded trails(小徑) which-allow you to control the duration of your hike.This nature reserve is also home to various wildlife,so if you're lucky,you might be able to see some resident owls or even fireflies.Another benefit is that Tai Po Kau has a thick forest which provides plenty of shade for the entire duration of the hike.
Distance:3-10 km
Duration:45 mins-3.5 hours
Difficulty:2.5 out of 5
? Little Hawaii
Best for:A waterfall hike
Known as the easiest waterfall hike in Hong Kong,Little Hawaii was once the water reservoir(水庫) for a factory in the 1900s.Now,it's the perfect spot for a leisure walk.Altogether,there are 3 waterfall spots.As the highlight of the hike,you can go upstream to view the waterfall from a different angle.
Distance:2.5 km
Duration:1 hour
Difficulty:1 out of 5
Wo Yeung Shan
Best for:Advanced hikers
As the fifth highest peak in Hong Kong,Wo Yeung Shan offers breathtaking views of the city.Those well-trained hikers who are up for challenge can even climb up the Wo Yeung Rocks for photos.You may end the hike at Shing Mun Reservoir,where minibuses and taxis are available to return to the city.
Distance:9.5 km
Duration:4.5 hours
Difficulty:3.5 out of 5
Lai Chi Wo
Best for:Heritage and wildlife.
Explore the northeast comer of the New Territories through the old Hakka village of Lai Chi Wo and the Double Haven Geo Area.Along the well-paved trail,you will also be impressed by hundreds of species of wildlife here.Don't miss the chance to check out the wetlands and fishponds around Double Haven too.
Distance:16 km
Duration:4.5 hours
Difficulty:2.5 out of 5
(1)What do Tai Po Kau Forest Walk and Lai Chi Wo have in common? AA
A.They both feature various wildlife.
B.They are both with a water reservoir.
C.They are both friendly to beginner hikers.
D.They both provide free return minibuses and taxis.
(2)What is special about Little Hawaii? DD
A.It is well known as the highest peak in Hong Kong.
B.Its forest can shelter the hikers from direct sunshine.
C.It's a perfect place to get to know some old villages.
D.It offers a good view of the waterfall if hikers go upstream.
(3)Which hike might be your choice if you are an experienced hiker ready for challenge? BB
A.Tao Po Kau Forest Walk.
B.Wo Yeung Shan.
C.Little Hawaii.
D.Lai Chi Wo.
【答案】A;D;B
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