Tai Po Kau Forest reserve has fine trails and fascinating wildlife

The Tai Po Kau (大埔滘) Nature Reserve is a splendid example of reforestation.
The Tai Po Kau (大埔滘) Nature Reserve is a splendid example of reforestation.
The northeast New Territories encompasses some of Hong Kong's wildest landscapes.
Here’s a definitive list of the top ten Hong Kong birds.(Well, ok, this is subjective; but ten top species for sure.) Criteria include global status, appearance, relationship to Hong Kong – perhaps readily seen and familiar, maybe rare worldwide but…
Visitor accommodation in village houses just might prove a viable alternative to having some of our finest areas threatened by schemes that may reap financial rewards for some people, but leave Hong Kong’s wildlife and scenery the poorer.
Every year, Hong Kong’s hillsides are afflicted by fires, especially in late autumn and winter.
Hoi Ha Wan (海下灣) is one of Hong Kong's best places for hard corals.
Kowloon Park (九龍公園) makes for a pleasant green escape from the city streets.
Hong Kong's outdoors offers a wealth of subjects to shoot - from hills and islands, to waterfalls and wildlife.
Two maps highlighting the beauty of Lantau Island, and potential projects - along with links to more info, including on great places to visit.
An excellent hike from Sai Kung passes the abandoned village of Mau Ping.