Want to experience "sea view camping + island hopping" all at once? Sai Kung Wong Shek Campsite is the ultimate choice! As an official campsite designated by the AFCD, it not only offers breathtaking blue sea views, but it's also just a 5-minute walk to Wong Shek Pier, where you can take a 15-minute boat ride directly to Tap Mun Island. It’s an easy-to-plan outdoor experience even for beginners, and it’s of superb quality!
🌟 Highlights of Wong Shek Campsite
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Unbeatable Sea View Experience: The campsite faces the sea directly, offering stunning views of sunrise and sunset. At night, fall asleep to the sound of waves and under a sky full of stars – the ambiance is absolutely perfect.
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Convenient Island Hopping: From Wong Shek Pier, take a 15-minute boat ride to Tap Mun grasslands for a hike, or a 1-hour ride to Tung Ping Chau for snorkeling. Unlock the fun of camping and island hopping in one go.
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Well-Equipped and Hassle-Free: Flush toilets, shower rooms, and BBQ pits are all available. Staff are on-site, ensuring safety, making it stress-free for beginners.
🚗 Transportation and Ferry Guide
Public Transport
MTR Choi Hung Station Exit C2 → Transfer to Minibus 1A (to Pak Tam Au) → Alight at Pak Tam Au Station → Transfer to Bus 94 (to Wong Shek Pier) → Alight at Wong Shek Pier Station, walk 5 minutes to reach the campsite.
Driving
Along Sai Kung Road → Tai Mong Tsai Road → Pak Tam Road, navigate to "Wong Shek Pier Car Park". After parking, walk 5-10 minutes to the campsite. It is advisable to arrive early to secure a parking spot.
Tap Mun Ferry Schedule Reference
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Wong Shek Pier ↔ Tap Mun: 15-minute ferry ride. Weekdays round trip HK$22, weekends and public holidays HK$32.
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Frequency: Approximately one ferry per hour on weekdays, with additional services on weekends. Check the Transport Department website or Tsui Wah Ferry Services for updated schedules before departing.
💡 FunPeak Equipment Rental Recommendations
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Basic Set: 2-3 person windproof and waterproof tent + sleeping bag + moisture-proof mat. It can be windy at night by the sea, so make sure your equipment offers full protection.
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Upgraded Experience: Rent an additional sunshade tarp (UV rays are strong by the sea), a portable BBQ grill (to avoid queuing for public grills), and camping lights (for safer nighttime activities).
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Island Hopping Essentials: Lightweight backpack + foldable water bottle, convenient to carry when hiking in Tap Mun, reducing your burden.
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Hassle-Free Service: Equipment is cleaned and disinfected, comes with instructions, and supports online ordering, in-store pickup, or delivery to a specified location.
⚠️ Camping Precautions
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Campsites are free and do not require reservations. It gets crowded on weekends and public holidays, so it's advisable to arrive early to pick a sea-view spot.
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No open fires are allowed at the campsite; only public BBQ grills can be used. All rubbish must be taken out of the campsite.
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There are many mosquitoes by the sea, so it's recommended to bring insect repellent or rent a mosquito net. It can be very windy at night, so tents need to be secured with rock pegs.
