Hailed as one of the world's most stunning speedboat sightseeing tours, the
Hong Kong Geopark - home to the world's largest cluster of hexagonal volcanic
rock columns - has thrilled millions since its inception in 2009.Now, it's
your turn!
Sai Kung in Hong Kong boasts the world's largest concentration of hexagonal
volcanic rock columns, magnificent natural wonders formed by a supervolcanic
eruption 140 million years ago, covering an area of over 100 square
kilometers. These hexagonal pillars not only showcase unique geological
features but also attract countless tourists and geologists to explore.
Situated within the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark, these rock columns can
reach heights of up to 100 meters with an average diameter of 1.2 meters,
truly natural works of art. While enjoying a speedboat ride and listening to
the guide's narration, visitors can easily get up close to these columns and
understand their formation process and the surrounding ecological environment,
undoubtedly creating an unforgettable sightseeing experience.
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- Project Introduction -
【Guaranteed Departure for Solo Traveler】Four famous caves in the East China
Sea & volcanic hexagonal columns|World Geopark speedboat cruise
— Departure Date —
Tours are available daily, depending on wind and wave conditions*
The best months to go to sea are from May to October every year, and the chance of successful sailing is higher
If the supplier determines that the weather is bad, the supplier will contact
you to arrange another departure date, or cancel and refund the full amount.
Meeting place: Sai Kung Public School
Ticket Type: Sightseeing Cruise
Activity time: 2 hours (30 minutes of school explanation + 90 minutes of speedboat tour)
Fees include: round trip transfer by speedboat (6 major world geological park islands), tour guide explanation, life jackets, insurance
Speedboat tour route of the four famous caves of Donghai Volcano in the World Geopark:
(1) Sai Kung Pier➡️(7) Leung Shuen Wan➡️(6) Po Pin Chau➡️(5) Wang Chau➡️(4)
Flint Island➡️(3) Sha Tong Hau➡️(2) Tiu Chung Island➡️(1) Sai Kung Pier
— Itinerary Introduction —
Hailed as the most beautiful speedboat tour in the world, Hong Kong Geopark -
home to the world's largest collection of hexagonal volcanic rock columns, has
thrilled millions of people since it began in 2009, and now it's your turn!
The Sai Kung area of Hong Kong is home to the world's largest collection of
volcanic hexagonal columns. These spectacular natural wonders were formed by a
supervolcanic eruption 140 million years ago and cover an area of more than
100 square kilometers. These hexagonal rock pillars not only display unique
geological features, but also attract countless tourists and geologists to
explore. Located within the Hong Kong UNESCO World Geopark, these rock pillars
can reach a height of up to 100 meters and have an average diameter of 1.2
meters, making them natural works of art. While riding on a speedboat and
listening to the guide's explanation, visitors can easily observe these rock
pillars up close and learn about their formation process and the surrounding
ecological environment. This is undoubtedly an unforgettable sightseeing
experience.
The four famous caves are located in Diaozhong Island, Shatangkou, Huoshi
Island and Hengzhou. These spectacular natural wonders are located in the Sai
Kung Volcanic Rock Area, part of the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark. In
addition to the stunning sea arches, you will also see many huge hexagonal
rock pillars along the sightseeing tour, especially in the area around Leung
Chuen Wan, which was named the "Ten Thousand Pillars Coast" by the Hong Kong
Hiking Team. Surprisingly, few people know that these hexagonal volcanic
columns in Hong Kong are actually the largest in the world.
Due to the small size of the speedboat, as well as its maneuverability,
flexibility, elasticity, speed, coupled with our boatman's excellent boat
driving skills and experience, participants can enjoy an exciting and safe
speedboat sightseeing experience. If wind and wave conditions permit, our
speedboat can pass through one or more of these sea arches.
The meeting point is at Sai Kung Public School. You can meet our tour guide at
the school 15 minutes before the activity. After the activity starts, there
will be a 20-minute explanation at the school to learn about the history of
the super volcano near Sai Kung 140 million years ago in Hong Kong and why
Hong Kong has the largest hexagonal columnar volcanic rock!
The first stop of the speedboat journey will be Leung Shuen Wan, where the
hexagonal volcanic rock pillars are the largest in Hong Kong and even in the
world, hence the name "Ten Thousand Pillars Coast".
The second stop of the speedboat journey will be Po Pin Chau, where the
hexagonal volcanic rock columns resemble a musical instrument, hence the name
Organ Wall. [Po Pin Chau is located on the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Park Map
(7)]
After viewing the Organ Wall, our boatman will try to take you through the
strait between Huashan and Pobianzhou, called Shenxue Gorge. The name of
Shenxue Gorge comes from the extremely neat cuts on the cliffs on both sides
of the strait, which makes it hard to believe that the strait was formed
naturally. The first hiker who named it Shenxue Gorge believed that only God
knew the answer. [Po Pin Chau is located on the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Park
Map (7)]
Hengzhou Cape Cave is a 30-meter-high sea arch with magnificent hexagonal
columns next to it. [Weng Chau is located on the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Park
Map (6)]
In addition to the Hengzhou Cape Cave, there is also a small sea cave next to
it, called the Candle Cave. The Candle Cave is actually a sea tunnel that runs
through the coasts of the north and south of Heng Chau and is swimmable. [Weng
Chau is located on the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Park Map (6)]
In Hengzhou, you can find some huge hexagonal columns (basalt columns) with a
height of nearly 70 meters. The Sea Palace in Hengzhou is the most stunning
attraction. The hexagonal columns (basalt columns) here are arranged in an
orderly manner. We can only sigh at the greatness and wonder of nature.
The Guan Dao Cave/Lan Wan Kok Cave in Huoshi Island is a 45-meter-high sea
arch, which was formed mainly due to long-term erosion by waves and
weathering.
Shatangkou Cave is a sea arch about 25 meters high, with another sea cave just
above it.
The Bell Cave or Bell Arch has always been a favorite of passengers because
our experienced speedboat boatman will take you on a speedboat through this
sea erosion arch to observe this sea erosion landform at a very close
distance. The Bell Arch is about 30 meters high.
- Safety Instructions -
1. All boat operators paired with the boat platform have legal operating
licenses issued by the Maritime Department and have purchased third-party
liability insurance. However, the safety of personal and property safety
during personal activities is the responsibility of the customer.
2. Tours and other activities on the island are risky. Guests are advised to
pay attention to the Hong Kong Observatory's tidal schedule, wind force level,
temperature and other information before departure, make advance plans, and
remember to put safety first
3. About wind speed:
- The Observatory continues to use the Beaufort wind scale, which divides
wind force into 13 levels, with level 0 representing no wind and calm seas,
suitable for the use of inflatable boats. In addition, the Observatory and
news reports do not usually use wind force levels to express wind speed. They
usually describe wind speed with words such as light to moderate, moderate to
light, and light to strong.
- Mild means wind force 1-2, calm sea, light wind, average wind speed 4-6
knots.
- Moderate means wind force 3-4, with few waves on the sea, white cap waves
may be seen, and the average wind speed is 13-16 knots.
- Strong wind refers to wind force 6-7, with white-capped waves on the sea
surface, an average wind speed of 22-33 knots, and wind force equivalent to
No. 3 wind signal.
- Generally, water activities can be carried out when the wind speed is below
level 3-4, but please note that relevant water activities experience and
skills are required to carry out the activities when the wind speed is
moderate. When the wind reaches light or strong levels, water activities
should be cancelled.
4. If the Hong Kong Observatory issues a Typhoon Signal No. 1 or above, a Red
or Black Rainstorm Warning, or an East Wind of Level 3 to 4 or above two hours
before departure, the tour will be cancelled and you may reschedule your tour
or request a full refund.
5. If the Hong Kong Observatory issues a Typhoon Signal No. 1 or above, a Red
or Black Rainstorm Warning, or extreme weather conditions occur during the
trip, the boat operator will return to the pier for safety reasons and the
trip will be deemed complete. No rescheduling or refund will be offered.
6. Splitdy Boat Company reserves the final decision to reschedule/cancel the
trip for safety reasons.
7. Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult
8. The boat clamping platform is not recommended for pregnant women, people
with heart disease, people with poor health or people with sports injuries,
especially knee/ankle/neck injuries, to participate in any water or high-risk
activities.
9. The activity is conducted on board. If participants are prone to
seasickness or feel unwell, please bring your own medication.
10. Please wear casual clothes and bring your own change of clothes, drinking
water, hats, sunscreen and mosquito repellent. The activity may cause you to
get wet due to the waves. You may wear windproof and waterproof clothing as
needed. Avoid wearing items that can easily come loose.
11. The Organiser may take photos or videos of the participants during the
event for promotional or record purposes; participants of the event will also
have the opportunity to view the content filmed during the event.
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One of the best boat tour to visit HK islands. However, for prone of motion sickness, suggest prepare your motion sickness medicine before boarding the boat.