Tai Mo Shan: Hong Kong’s highest peak, offering panoramic views, lush trails, and cool mountain air

Tai Mo Shan: Hong Kong’s Highest Peak & Hiking Spot

Visitor Fee

  • Free entry

Transportation

  • MTR + Bus:
    • Take the MTR to Tsuen Wan Station (Exit A4).
    • Board Bus 51 at Tsuen Wan Nina Tower and alight at Tai Mo Shan Country Park stop.
    • Hike up from the park entrance.
  • Taxi:
    • Ask for Tai Mo Shan Country Park Visitor Centre.

Things to Do

  1. Hike to Hong Kong’s Highest Peak
    • Tai Mo Shan stands at 957 meters, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
  2. Enjoy Stunning Sunrises and Sunsets
    • The peak is a popular spot for watching the sunrise or sunset over Hong Kong.
  3. Explore Tai Mo Shan Country Park
    • Walk along nature trails and admire lush greenery, waterfalls, and wildlife.
  4. Photography and Sightseeing
    • Capture stunning landscapes, including foggy mountain scenery in winter.
  5. Visit Ng Tung Chai Waterfalls
    • A series of four waterfalls, with the Main Fall being one of the tallest in Hong Kong.

Tai Mo Shan: Hong Kong’s tallest peak, offering breathtaking vistas, hiking trails, and cool mountain air

Why People Enjoy Coming Here

  • Highest mountain in Hong Kong, offering challenging yet rewarding hikes.
  • Cooler temperatures compared to urban areas.
  • Great for nature lovers, with beautiful flora, fauna, and waterfalls.
  • Less crowded than other hiking spots.

How Old is Tai Mo Shan?

  • Formed millions of years ago as part of Hong Kong’s volcanic landscape.
  • Historically, it was a tea-growing area during the Qing Dynasty.

List of Activities

  • Hiking to the summit
  • Nature photography
  • Birdwatching and wildlife spotting
  • Exploring waterfalls (Ng Tung Chai Waterfalls, Scatter Fall)
  • Stargazing at night
  • Cycling in the lower trails

Additional Nearby Attractions

  • Shing Mun Reservoir – A peaceful reservoir with walking trails and monkeys.
  • Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden – A nature reserve with wildlife conservation efforts.
  • Luk Keng Village – A traditional Hakka village with scenic countryside views.
  • Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees – A cultural site where visitors make wishes.