2020.05.03 SUN 【Hiking • 011】
Green Egg Island . Tai Au Mun . Clearwater Bay Equestrian Centre
綠蛋島 . 大坳門 . 清水灣騎術學校

This hiking route takes you on a deep dive into the natural beauty and hidden gems of Clear Water Bay (清水灣). The entire journey takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, making it an ideal choice for hikers with a decent amount of experience and stamina. As there are no refill points (補給點) along the trail, it is crucial to pack enough water and 『fuel』 to last the duration. This trek is a 『must-do』 for those looking to experience the rugged coastline and secret spots that make Clear Water Bay one of Hong Kong’s most scenic escapes.

Route:

Tai Au Mun (大坳門) → Clear Water Bay Equestrian Centre (清水灣騎術學校) → Green Egg Island Path (綠蛋島山徑) → Green Egg Island (綠蛋島)

Duration
5.7 hrs
Distance
8.1 km
Highest Point
110 m
Difficulty
3 m
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Route Overview

Tai Au Mun (大坳門) → Clear Water Bay Equestrian Centre (清水灣騎術學校) → Green Egg Island Path (綠蛋島山徑) → Green Egg Island (綠蛋島)

【Start】 Kick things off at 【Tai Au Mun (大坳門)】. Your journey begins with a walk along 【Clear Water Bay Road (清水灣道)】 — this section is relatively flat and serves as the perfect 『warm-up』 for the trek ahead. Soon, you’ll reach the 【Clear Water Bay Equestrian Centre (清水灣騎術學校)】, one of the few horse-riding training facilities in Hong Kong. If you’re lucky, you’ll see students out on the field practicing their riding skills.

Once you leave the equestrian center behind, the real adventure begins as you enter the 【Green Egg Island Path (綠蛋島山徑)】. This path is rugged and requires a bit of scrambling and technical footwork. As you navigate the trail, you’ll be treated to stunning coastal views of 【Clear Water Bay (清水灣)】 that are sure to clear your mind. The trail is surrounded by dense greenery, and the occasional bird song adds a peaceful 『soundtrack』 to your hike.

【Finish】 Keep pushing forward until you reach 【Green Egg Island (綠蛋島)】. The water here is 『crystal clear』 — arguably some of the best in Hong Kong — making it a prime spot to relax and soak up the sun. Whether you’re into snorkeling, swimming, or just having a simple picnic, it’s a fantastic place to enjoy the tranquility of nature.

After a well-deserved 『breather』 at Green Egg Island, you can retrace your steps along the same path to return to 【Tai Au Mun (大坳門)】 for your trip home.

Duration
5.7 hrs
Distance
8.1 km
Highest Point
110 m
Scenery
3 ⭐️
Difficulty
3 ⭐️
Exposure Index
5 ⭐️
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Here are the reference statistics for this journey:

Total Ascent
198 m
Total Descent
187 m
Moving Speed
2.6 km/h
Average Speed
1.4 km/h
Moving Time
3 hrs
Total Journey Time
5.7 hrs

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Transport Guide

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Tai Au Mun (大坳門)

  1. From 【MTR • Diamond Hill Station (港鐵 • 鑽石山站)】: Take 《Bus 91》 and get off at the 【Tai Au Mun (大坳門)】 bus stop.
  2. From 【Kwun Tong Ferry Pier (觀塘碼頭)】: Take 《Minibus 103》 and get off at the 【Tai Au Mun (大坳門)】 bus stop.
  3. From 【MTR • Tseung Kwan O Station (港鐵 • 將軍澳站)】: Take 《Minibus 103M》 and get off at the 【Tai Au Mun (大坳門)】 bus stop.
大坳門村 • 巴士站
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Tai Wan Tau Road Bus Stop (大環頭路 • 巴士站)

  1. Take 《Bus 91》 back to 【MTR • Diamond Hill Station (港鐵 • 鑽石山站)】.
  2. Take 《Minibus 103》 back to 【Kwun Tong Ferry Pier (觀塘碼頭)】.
  3. Take 《Minibus 103M》 back to 【MTR • Tseung Kwan O Station (港鐵 • 將軍澳站)】.
大環頭路 • 巴士站

行程路線表：
🚩 全段 《大坳門 → 清水灣騎術學校 → 綠蛋島山徑 → 綠蛋島》

1. 📍 Start: Tai Au Mun Bus Stop

大坳門村 • 巴士站

Tai Au Mun • Bus Stop (大坳門 • 巴士站)

Start: After getting off the bus or minibus at the 【Tai Au Mun Roundabout (大坳門 • 迴旋處)】, start walking along 【Lung Ha Wan Road (龍蝦灣路)】. If you look back, you’ll see the towering peak of 【High Junk Peak (釣魚翁)】, one of the “Three Sharp Peaks” of Hong Kong, standing guard behind you.

2. 📍 Lung Ha Wan Road 《I》

龍蝦灣路《壹》

Lung Ha Wan Road (龍蝦灣路) 《I》

Shortly after starting, you’ll spot the road sign for 【Cham Shan Monastery (湛山寺)】. Turn left here to stay on 【Lung Ha Wan Road (龍蝦灣路)】.

3. 📍 Cham Shan Monastery

湛山寺

Cham Shan Monastery (湛山寺)

About 300m down the road, you will pass the tranquil 【Cham Shan Monastery (湛山寺)】.

4. 📍 Chi Shing Road

志盛路 • 路牌

Chi Shing Road (志盛路)

Continue for another 600m until you see the sign for 【Chi Shing Road (志盛路)】. Keep heading straight towards the 【Lung Ha Wan (龍蝦灣)】 direction.

5. 📍 Lung Ha Wan Road 《II》

大坑口村 • 殯儀拜祭場

Lung Ha Wan Road (龍蝦灣路) 《II》

After passing the junction, stay on the paved path of 【Lung Ha Wan Road (龍蝦灣路)】.

6. 📍 Lung Ha Wan • Rock Carving

龍蝦灣 • 石刻

Lung Ha Wan • Rock Carving (龍蝦灣 • 石刻)

Approximately 2km from the start, you’ll reach the area of the 【Lung Ha Wan • Rock Carving (龍蝦灣 • 石刻)】. You’ll start to feel the refreshing sea breeze as the sparkling blue water comes into view.

📷 Tips:

  • If you’re a history buff, take a quick left turn here to visit the prehistoric 【Rock Carving】 by the shore.

7. 📍 Lung Ha Wan Road 《III》

龍蝦灣路《叄》

Lung Ha Wan Road (龍蝦灣路) 《III》

The views along this stretch are 『simply stunning』. With the azure sky meeting the deep blue sea, it’s hard not to stop for a photo.

📷 Tips:

  • The View: Right in front is 【Shelter Island (牛尾洲)】.
  • Distance (Right): You can spot 【Jin Island (吊鐘洲)】 and 【Kau Sai Chau (滘西洲)】.
  • Distance (Left): The sharp, distant peak is 【Ma On Shan (馬鞍山)】.

8. 📍 Lung Ha Wan • Shingle Beach

龍蝦灣 • 石灘《貳》龍蝦灣 • 石灘《壹》龍蝦灣 • 石灘

Lung Ha Wan • Shingle beach (龍蝦灣 • 石灘)

About 400m past the rock carving area, you’ll arrive at a charming little shingle beach.

9. 📍 Clear Water Bay • Equestrian Centre

清水灣騎術學校

Clear Water Bay • Equestrian Centre (清水灣 • 騎術學校)

Leave the beach and return to the main road. Another 200m of walking will bring you to the 【Clear Water Bay Equestrian Centre (清水灣 • 騎術學校)】.

10. 📍 Lung Ha Wan • Kite Flying Area

龍蝦灣 • 風箏場

Lung Ha Wan • Kite Flying Area (龍蝦灣 • 風箏場)

If you have some extra time, take a “detour” through the 【Kite Flying Area】. It’s a vast, grassy slope perfect for catching the wind and enjoying the coastal scenery.

11. 📍 Lung Ha Wan • Country Trail

龍蝦灣 • 郊遊徑

Lung Ha Wan • Country Trail (龍蝦灣 • 郊遊徑)

After exploring the kite field, head back to the official entrance of the 【Lung Ha Wan Country Trail (龍蝦灣 • 郊遊徑)】 to continue your journey toward Green Egg Island.

12. 📍 Clear Water Bay • Equestrian Centre

清水灣騎術學校《貳》

Clear Water Bay • Equestrian Centre (清水灣騎術學校) 《I》

Follow the 【Lung Ha Wan Country Trail (龍蝦灣 • 郊遊徑)】 for a short distance, then turn left past the public toilets. Continue heading toward the shore, and you will pass along the outer perimeter of the 【Equestrian Training Ground (馬術訓練場)】.
清水灣騎術學校《壹》

Clear Water Bay • Equestrian Centre (清水灣騎術學校) 《II》

I happened to run into two ponies and stopped to watch for a bit. It’s hard to tell who was training who — the human or the horse!

13. 📍 Green Egg Island Path • Entrance

綠蛋島徑 • 入口

Green Egg Island Path • Entrance (綠蛋島徑 • 入口)

After passing the training ground, you’ll reach a pebble beach. Head to the right and scramble up a section of rocks to find the 【Green Egg Island Trail Entrance (綠蛋島徑 • 入口)】. Some adventurous souls choose the “hard mode” by bouldering along the coastline to reach the island instead.

14. 📍 Green Egg Island Path 《I》

綠蛋島徑《壹》

Green Egg Island Path 《Looking back at Lung Ha Wan》

Once you’ve ascended onto the 【Green Egg Island Trail】, take a moment to look back at the beautiful sweep of 【Lung Ha Wan (龍蝦灣)】.

15. 📍 Green Egg Island Path 《II》

綠蛋島徑《貳》

Green Egg Island Path 《Distanced View of Green Egg Island》

After trekking about 400m along the mountain path, 【Green Egg Island (綠蛋島)】 will quickly come into view in the distance.
綠蛋島徑《貳。壹》

Surrounding Islands of Green Egg Island

Let’s get to know the neighbors! From this vantage point, you can spot several islands: 【Tai Lai Lai (大癩瘌)】, 【Bluff Island (沙塘口山)】, 【Basalt Island (火石洲)】, 【Ping Min Chau (平面洲)】, 【Jin Island (吊鐘洲)】, 【Kau Sai Chau (滘西洲)】, and 【Shelter Island (牛尾洲)】.

16. 📍 Green Egg Island Path 《III》

綠蛋島徑《叄。壹》綠蛋島徑《叄》綠蛋島徑《叄。貳》

Green Egg Island Trail 《Green Egg Island at your feet》 (綠蛋島徑《腳下 • 綠蛋島》)

The 『Green Egg』 is getting closer and closer now!

17. 📍 Green Egg Island Path • Exit

綠蛋島徑 • 出口

Green Egg Island Path • Exit (綠蛋島徑 • 出口)

After hiking about 1.2km from the trail entrance, you’ve finally reached the end of the mountain path.

18. 📍 Green Egg Island

綠蛋島綠蛋島《壹》綠蛋島《貳》綠蛋島《叄》綠蛋島

Green Egg Island (綠蛋島)

You’ve arrived at the finish line: 【Green Egg Island】! If you want to actually set foot on the 『yolk』 (the island itself), keep an eye on the tide times to see if the sandbar is exposed. Otherwise, you’ll need to swim or bring your gear to cross over.

19. 📍 Finish: Tai Wan Tau Road • Bus Stop

大環頭路 • 巴士站

Tai Wan Tau Road • Bus Stop (大環頭路 • 巴士站)

After leaving 【Green Egg Island】, retrace your steps back to 【Tai Au Mun Village (大坳門村)】. Head toward 【Tai Au Mun Road (大坳門路)】, where you can catch a bus or minibus back to the city at the 【Tai Wan Tau Road Bus Stop (大環頭路 • 巴士站)】, located right opposite 【Clear Water Bay Bayview (清水灣花園)】.