A beach that is generally known to be available only to the fit – a treat, presenting itself at the end of a vigorous 2-hour hike through the Saikung Country Park in HK – does have a hidden secret. 

You can of course get there on a yacht, and there are plenty anchored in the cove once you're out there. But you can also get to Tai Long Wan on a speedboat boarded from the Saikung main ferry terminal for approximately US$20 per person. 

The boat ride in and of itself is so beautiful. And once you get to the beach whatever remaining stress you may have will be swept away by the breeze. The first HK beach you will ever see without a cement life tower or a tiled bathroom structure, only the patio umbrellas of the two village restaurants will signal to you that this is not a Robinson Crusoe moment for you. 

From these two restaurants you can buy young coconuts and drink the milk while floating in the sea. You will see a few couples camping directly on the beach. You can bring your own equipment or rent from the two village restaurants. 

And how do you get to the Saikung ferry terminal? Take a taxi from Central and you will be there in 30 minutes for just about US$25. Do not miss this slice of heaven, one hour door to door from the hustle and bustle of HK Central.

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