We exited Sai Wan Ho MTR Station through exit A and promptly found the bus stop. We arrived at Sai Wan Wo at about 3 PM because we wanted to watch the sunset at Rhino Rock, which was happening at around 5:30 PM. The Octopus card will make your lives so much easier if it is your first time in Hong Kong. To take the MTR, or any public transportation in Hong Kong, it is recommended to have the refundable contactless Octopus Card, though you can also buy single-ride tickets at the stations. We took the MTR (Mass Transit Rail) from Jordan (where we were staying) to Sai Wan Ho MTR Station. Stanley Fort (the trailhead for Rhino Rock hike) is also conveniently the last stop on the 6A. The 6A bus journey takes about 50 minutes. 6A operates from the Exchange Square Bus Terminus in Central to Stanley Fort, perfect for anyone staying near the popular area of Central or Admiralty. Unless you plan on hiking Rhino Rock in the morning, taking bus No. 6A because 6A only operates from 7 AM to 8:20 AM daily (except for Sundays). 14 is usually a better option than Bus No. The journey takes about 30 minutes to get from Sai Wan Ho to Stanely Fort.īus No. The stop for Rhino Rock trail is Stanley Fort, which is conveniently the last stop of the bus.
14 will be in front of you.īus No.14 runs from 6:20 AM to 8:40 PM daily. Take Exit A at the Sai Wan Ho MTR Station and you will exit on Tai On Street. Because of this, it is recommended to take the MTR (Mass Transit Rail) to Sai Wan Ho MTR Station. 14 runs from Grand Promenade in Sai Wan Ho to Stanely Fort and vice versa. The trailhead for Rhino Rock is conveniently connected to the city by two buses: Bus No. Located on the southern tip of Stanley, getting to Rhino Rock is easy, but it is usually quite a long journey for most people. The short hike allows you to easily get to these natural paradises without breaking too much of a sweat. There are many viewpoints where one can just relax, read a book, or even have a picnic. The hike also offers sweeping coastal views, perfect for a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong.
It is truly one of the most “Instagram-worthy” locations in Hong Kong. The rocky outcrop resembles that of a rhinoceros, and hikers can climb on top of the Rhino Rock for an iconic photo. Why Hike Rhino Rock? Rhino Rock is one of the coolest rock formations in Hong Kong. Total Distance Of Hike: 1.6 kilometers (1 mile)
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The start of the trail is full of stairs but becomes quite flat once you reach the summit at Che Pau Teng. You will also need to squeeze in some tight spaces and climb up some sizable boulders!Įlevation Gained On Hike: ~120 meters gained in total (sorry, we forgot to resume our tracking app…). Some parts of the trail are steep with loose sand, so proper hiking shoes are recommended. However, the sea breeze does alleviate some of the insane heat (especially if you are hiking in the summer).Īnother thing to note is that the Rhino Rock trail is slippery (But definitely not as slippery as the Ap Lei Chau hike). The first half of the trail is shaded but you will be at the mercy of the Hong Kong sun after emerging out of the wooded areas.
The hike is extremely short (especially when compared to other hikes such as Lion Rock or Lantau Peak).
Not sure if the Rhino Rock in Hong Kong hike is worth the trouble? Here is a quick summary to help you decide if it is right for you!ĭuration Of Hike: It takes about 30 minutes one way, so the whole Rhino Rock out-and-back trail can be done in 1 hour! However, expect to spend at least 2 hours in total to include time for taking photos of the Rhino Rock and admiring the coastal views of Tai Tam Bay.