Hong Kong: Peng Chau Island

Peng Chau Island

Peng Chau is a quaint island just a stone’s throw from Central. It offers a very relaxing atmosphere and a taste of local village life. We went there around February, and the weather was so soothing that you could lose track of time just by staring into the sea, doing easy hikes, or simply people-watching while taking a sip of coffee in one of the local coffee shops.

How to get there:

Peng Chau Island is just a less than an hour’s boat ride from Central Pier. Central, being one of the most accessible stations in HK, is not easy to miss. From Central Station, exit gate F to the IFC mall and follow the signs to Central Ferry Terminal 6. The connecting bridge is close to the Apple store in the IFC mall, and you can also see the AIA Ferris wheel from there. The ferry is a simpler version of the ones going to Macau, but it feels very safe, nonetheless. There are 2 decks, and the seats are comfortable and clean. Boat schedules can be found on the HKKF site, and costs range from 19.80 to 54.30 for adults, depending on the day and type. You may check the website for updated rates or to check rates to other destinations (HKFF). You can pay via Octopus card, and there’s also a booth near the entrance if you want to buy tickets.

The Bikes:

Bikes are Peng Chau Island’s main mode of transportation. You will find bikes parked everywhere on the island, and you may also rent one to go around. For us, since I didn’t know how to ride a bike, our trusty feet helped us explore instead. This said, it’s best to wear comfortable shoes/sneakers as there will be walking and hiking.

The Beach:

The Tung Wan Beach on Peng Chau Island offers white sand and a peaceful ambiance. You can stay there the whole day just by staring at the ripples of water, listening to the waves washing up on the shore, and the birds flying in the blue sky. (I messed up my camera settings and struggled to salvage decent ones :p)

The Hike:

Finger Hill is the highest point on the island. We struggled a bit to find the start of the route, but we’re also generally bad at directions (haha). You’ll find clean public toilets at the foot of the hill before you go up the stairs. It should have just been a chill walk-up after this, but we quit after about 15 minutes in because it was getting too warm for our heavily padded get-ups. Views halfway up won’t disappoint you, though; you can already see the blue waters and the white sand.

The Stroll:

Fresh air, clear skies, a quiet village, and a lovely pair of sneakers are the perfect recipe for an enjoyable stroll to unwind and detach from the busyness of the usual tourist spots in Hong Kong. Peng Chau Island is a great escape! We strolled around, briefly stopping to take photos at the Junkyard and the Leather Shops with their Instagrammable installations.

Junkyard

Leather Factory

Village Stroll

The Coffee :p

We were waiting for the pineapple bun shops to open, so we decided to stop at a local coffee shop we found along the way. The coffee was alright, and the ambiance was perfect, but the pineapple bun was nowhere to be found (lol).

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