big DAY out
Life on Lamma
Alan Shaw and family take a leisurely stroll from Sok Kwu Wan to Yung Shue Wan GETTING THERE Around half an hour by ferry from Central Pier 4, Lamma Island feels a million miles away from the bustling business district of Hong Kong. You can take a ferry to Sok Kwu Wan on the eastern side of the island or Yung Shue Wan in the northwest. Ferries depart less frequently than to some of the other islands so be sure to check ferry schedules before you 34 expat-parent.com
leave home. The most up to date schedule can be found at hkkf.com.hk
Ferries run from Central Pier 4 and from Aberdeen. There are two ferry ports on Lamma Island, Yung Shue Wan and Sok Kwu Wan. From Central, ferries take 27 minutes to Yung Shue Wan and 30-40 minutes to Sok Kwu Wan.
FROM EAST TO WEST
for a morning coffee at one of the laid back bars around the bay. There are also a variety of shops selling snacks, souvenirs and handmade clothing.
Our route takes us from Sok Kwu Wan to Yung Shue Wan with plenty of rest stops along the way and a spot of lunch as we near the western side of the island. We disembarked at the seaside village of Sok Kwu Wan just in time
From Sok Kwu Wan, take the only path out of town, past a small temple on the left. The path turns right and continues uphill. From here you’ll enjoy stunning views across Hong Kong
