About
Located in the far right corner of Hong Kong Island, Cape D'Aguilar offers some of the most stunning sea views on Hong Kong Island. The thunderous waves crashing against the rocks create beautiful scenes, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking a peaceful escape from the bustling city.
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Cost
Free! Enjoy stunning views and peaceful surroundings without spending a single dollar.
Accessibility
Whilst deceivingly close on a map, Cape D'Aguilar is somewhat secluded, tucked away in a corner of the island, making it challenging to reach without a car. To get there, take a minibus from Shau Kei Wan or Bus 9 to Quarry, then walk along the path to Cape D'Aguilar. Be prepared for a long walk!
Uniqueness
Nestled in the corner of Hong Kong Island, Cape D'aguilar offers you a view of the south side ocean like no where else in Hong Kong.
My Experience
Cape D'Aguilar has long been one of my favorite hikes on Hong Kong Island!
To head to Cape D'aguilar, I often take the number 9 bus from Shau Kei Wan to Shek O Road. The bus will take you across a very scenic route, passing by other famous hikes like Dragon's Back and Tai Tam Reservoir.
Cape D'aguilar really is in the corner of the Hong Kong island, and hence the hike can be quite challenging, despite little to no incline. The winding road that you must take makes it a challenge during rainy or sunny days as there's little to no cover to sheild you from the sun or the rain.
Nevertheless, it's still worth going as the trail takes you along a beautiful path with stunning ocean views. On your way to the lookout point, you'll pass a radio center, and a institute for marine biology, which I found quite interesting as they had a fossil of an old fish (a whale?)!
Everytime I hike to Cape D'aguilar, there's two spots I must go. The famed waterfall and the Sea Cave. The waterfall isn’t a true waterfall; it’s an area where heavy waves crash against the rocks, creating a waterfall-like effect. It’s an amazing sight to behold up close, and make sure you go and take photos there!!
The Sea Cave is another one of the highlights. It’s a small cave where seawater rushes in, and you can hear the thunderous waves echoing inside as it crashes against the walls of the cave. The Chinese name, 雷音洞 (Thunder Sound Cave), truly reflects the sound it makes when you're inside!