【Hong Kong Kap Shui Chau】Complete Guide to Exploring the Outlying Island

🏝️ Quartet of Hidden Wonders: 1️⃣ Tidal Phenomenon "Connected Island Sandbar" Best Viewing: Lunar calendar days 7 to 12 (maximum tidal difference) Safe Time: 1.5 hours before and after low tide Hidden Activity: Take mirror-like reflection photos in the center of the sandbar 2️⃣ Glass Sea Snorkeling Area 🐠 Must-see Marine Life: Clownfish (among coral clusters) Blue starfish (rocky area) Fluorescent fish schools (at sunset) 3️⃣ Geological Textbook "Pineapple Bun Rock" 🍍 Volcanic Rock Features: Weathered texture resembling pineapple skin Hexagonal rock columns (right side of the pier) Recommended Gear: Non-slip canyoning shoes 4️⃣ Black Hill Summit Panorama ⛰️ Hiking Tips: 15-minute easy climb to the top Best Time: 5:00 PM for sunset viewing Hidden Angle: Photograph the half-moon bay heart-shaped coastline 🚤 Transportation Guide: ▫️ Take the "Mao Kee" ferry from Sai Kung Pier ($40 round trip) ▫️ Last ferry at 6:30 PM (extended to 7:00 PM in summer) 🎒 Must-bring Gear: ✓ Tides app (Hong Kong Observatory) ✓ Waterproof camera (GoPro recommended) ✓ Eco-friendly sunscreen mud ✓ Snorkeling set (rent on site for $100/set) 🍱 Island Supplies: ▪️ Only convenience store: Mineral water $15/bottle ▪️ Recommended to bring: Energy bars + salted candy 📸 Photography Hotspots: ① Aerial shots of the connected island sandbar (max height 120 meters) ② Macro shots of Pineapple Bun Rock ③ Panoramic stitching of Black Hill summit ⚠️ Ecological Rules: ❌ Do not step on coral ❌ Do not pick starfish ✅ Take all your trash with you