big day out
A southern gem Rory Mackay explores the remote island of Po Toi
A rugged and windswept isle, Po Toi is fondly known by some locals as the ‘South Pole of Hong Kong’. It is a well frequented location for folk residing on the southside of Hong Kong Island, but for others that live further north, Po Toi is a relatively unknown quantity. Littered with sculpted granite outcrops and sparse tree cover to obscure the horizon, hiking here is never dull with near constant ocean vistas to stimulate the senses. However, be warned; as with many scenic places in Hong Kong, if you have the opportunity to visit on a weekday then this is my absolute recommendation. On a weekday you will pretty much have the island to yourself, whereas on weekends be prepared to contend with queues for busy boats, trails and cafes. Reaching Po Toi is a fairly straightforward proposition with daily ferries running from two locations throughout the week. From Aberdeen Pier, there is a return kaito service which operates on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays,
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