Sha Tin to Tai Mei Tuk
With a breath-taking view of the Shing Mun River, Sha Tin to Tai Mei Tuk may be just the best cycling route out there in Hong Kong. If you’re a bike enthusiast, expect this 22 Kilometers ride to be about 2.5 hours. If you’re just starting, don’t hesitate to take it slow, savouring every moment with the ultimate guide I’ve got for you and your pals!
Everyone Can Ride Along
You can rent a bike at a good price all over in Hong Kong. But with the ease of Loco Bikes, it has never been so convenient and efficient. All you need to pay is about $60 for a 24-hour ride. What’s more, you don’t have to return the bike at the designated place you rented. Isn’t that top-notch?
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And for those my friends who are not so well-balanced with biking, fear less for bikes with training wheels, as well as rickshaws are the alternative for this epic excursion!
Checkpoint 1: Shing Mun River and The Treasure Floating Restaurant
Starting off from Sha Tin Park, you will spot the once operated Seafood Star Restaurant, and earlier called Treasure Floating Restaurant situated on the eastern shore of the Shing Mun River. Though now named as ClubONE Riviera, the building still reminisces of a traditional building structure that’s worth all the attention! It looks exceptionally beautiful at night when the light of the building reflects the water.
A Break at Pak Shek Kok Promenade
Our first stop to grab a bite, go to the washroom, and rejuvenate. See that big statue and a kind of bridge at a distance? Yep. That’s where we’re heading!
Hong Kong Science Park
Welcome a futuristic experience here at the Hong Kong Science Park (HKSP). Adjacent to Pak Shek Kok Promenade, and Tolo Harbour in which you will find out soon, take a look at this marvellous landmark: The Giant Golden Egg. also known as Kao Auditorium where local and international conferences and events take place.
Checkpoint 2: Tolo Harbour
You have found the Tolo Harbour rest stop!
Tai Po Waterfront
Once you arrive at the Tai Po Waterfront, know that progress is fantastic. If you are looking to make this trip even more memorable, visiting Tai Po’s Spiral Lookout Tower is a must.
Fun Fact: Its location is where the British troops landed when Britain took over New Territories.
Checkpoint 3: Spot the Tsz Shan Monastery Statue on the way
You’ve just spotted the magnificent monumental statue of Tze Shan! If you have time, you could even visit the Monastery. Just look at the beauty of this place, does it not remind you of those historical romance K-dramas you watch?
Lung Mei Beach
Here comes the bad boy. Want to fill in before you start peddling again? Feel free to have a barbie here with prices at bargain around Lung Mei Beach! “But you didn’t remind me to carry the meat!” I mean, who would carry meat while cycling, right? Well, I got you — THERE’S NO NEED TO! From food to beverages to coal, a grill net and tableware, everything is provided at the outdoor barbie.
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Plover Cove Reservoir Dam
At last, after a long exhausting yet thrilling chase (Well, could have just been around 3 hours if we had not taken so many breaks but), we made it to Tai Mei Tuk’s Plover Cove Reservoir Dam!
If you’re renting a Loco Bike like me (NOT PAID PROMOTION), don’t worry, you won’t have to ride all the way back to Sha Tin to go home. Just park your bike at a nearby green zone (Check the app) and catch a bus or a minibus.
Get Your Backpack and Hop On
So, don’t you want to give this experience a go?