Best beaches in Hong Kong

Best Beaches & Water Sports

Hong Kong’s coastline offers a variety of aquatic environments, from the managed sandy shores of the Southside to the remote, wild bays of Sai Kung. This list includes surfing destinations like Big Wave Bay, the expansive three-kilometer stretch of Upper Cheung Sha on Lantau Island, and the luxury-adjacent Repulse Bay. For active visitors, the Chong Hing Water Sports Centre provides equipment for kayaking and sailing, while secluded spots like Long Ke Wan offer pristine white sands within the UNESCO Global Geopark.

Best Beaches & Water Sports — Map

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Repulse Bay Beach

The beach is located in one of the most expensive residential areas in HK.

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Upper Cheung Sha Beach

Three kilometers of fine sand with splendid views of Lantau. Flocked with Filippinos during the weekends, but doesn't get crowded.

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Big Wave Bay Beach

This clean sandy beach is a real paradise. Popular with surfers, it is surrounded by green hills and it features a prehistoric rock carving…

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Tai Wan

Tai Long Wan is a 3 kilometer-wide bay on the east coast of the Sai Kung Peninsula in Sai Kung District, Hong Kong.

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Shek O Beach

Wide sandy beach featuring public BBQ pits and views of the South China Sea. Located adjacent to a historic fishing village, it serves as a frequent landing point for paragliders descending from the nearby Dragon's Back trail.

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Deep Water Bay

A sheltered bay with calm waters preferred by open-water swimmers. It is bordered by the Hong Kong Golf Club and is situated in one of the city's most exclusive residential districts.

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Silvermine Bay Beach

One of the clean and easily accessible beaches of Lantau Island. It's surrounded by nature - almost a summer paradise.

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Cheung Chau Tung Wan Beach

The largest beach on Cheung Chau island, known as the training ground for Olympic windsurfing champion Lee Lai-shan. It is located a short walk from the ferry pier and local seafood markets.

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Cafeteria Beach

Golden Beach is located at 18+1⁄2 miles of Castle Peak Road in So Kwun Wat, New Territories, Hong Kong.

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Long Ke Wan

A secluded white-sand bay located within the Sai Kung East Country Park. Accessible via the MacLehose Trail or by boat, it is surrounded by the volcanic rock formations of the High Island Reservoir area.

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Chong Hing Water Sports Centre

Situated by the High Island Reservoir West Dam, this facility offers kayaking, sailing, and windsurfing. It features a man-made lagoon for beginners and dedicated camping grounds.

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Lido Beach

Lido Beach is located on Castle Peak Road in Ting Kau, New Territories, Hong Kong.

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