Ap Lei Chau, just south of Hong Kong island is the world’s second most densely populated island and ironically enough is where I found to be the most peaceful and relaxing in my stay thus far. There is a hike along the rocky shores that eventually leads up to the hill and gives you a panoramic view of Ap Lei Chau and Aberdeen with the mountains behind on one side, and Lamma Island on the other.
This hike is undeniably the most enjoyable one I have done thus far, mainly because of the sketchy ropes you pull yourself onto and cling on as you tiptoe across the very edge of the cliff, giving you all the thrills of Russian roulette- will this rope stay attached to the rock and pull my weight? So yes, it’s definitely not for the faint hearted. Nor is it for those with terrible balance because if you fall off this narrow slippery path, you’ll fall onto rocks in the sea below. I’d really only recommend this walk to people with lots of hiking and/or climbing experience.
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