Today was walking Lamma Island (南丫島). It’s basically Hong Kong’s third-biggest island, sitting about 5 km southwest of Hong Kong Island. It’s got a long history, but the vibe now is super chill–boho energy, low-key, no cars at all. Big draw for hikers, walkers, and eco people just trying to escape the city chaos.
You get there from Central Pier 4. There are two ferries: one goes to Sok Kwu Wan, the other to Yung Shue Wan. Ride takes like 30–40 mins, and it’s around 35 HKD one way, so not bad.
We hopped on the Sok Kwu Wan ferry planning to walk across the island via the Lamma Island Family Trail to Yung Shue Wan. It’s an easy walk tbh–about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on your pace. Fully paved, not too many brutal hills, so very doable.
When you arrive at Sok Kwu Wan, everyone’s kinda pushing the seafood restaurants by the pier, but we skipped it since we brought our own food (budget vibes). The walk itself is actually really nice–there’s a temple, some lookout pavilions, and you get solid panoramic views over Sok Kwu Wan and the harbour.
You’ll also pass the “Kamikaze Caves” (basically old WWII Japanese speedboat hideouts), plus a pretty nice family beach with lifeguards (April–October), showers, toilets–the works.
Once you hit Yung Shue Wan, there are loads of cafes, restaurants, and pubs, so perfect spot to grab a drink or food after the walk.
The island feels totally different from Hong Kong city–no cars, no skyscrapers, everything moves slower. That contrast is kinda the whole point. But honestly, you can tell things are starting to change… more development creeping in, so it might not stay this peaceful forever.