10 Caves to Explore in Hong Kong

Looking for something a little different for those weekend adventures? Check out these seven caves in Hong Kong to spice up your next outing with the pup. *Note - as with any hike, please carefully research your trail and assess the ability of you and your dog before embarking on adventure! Safety first, and happy exploring!

Cape D'Aguilar Sea Cave

The Cape D'Aguilar Sea Cave is located within the marine reserve and is aptly nicknamed the "Thunder Cave" for the thunderous roar the rocks make when the waves crash in. The marine reserve makes for an interesting place to explore with a nearby lighthouse, the picturesque "Crab Cave" sea arch and the replica of whale bones on display. However, one thing to be weary of for your journey in is the number of stray/village dogs in the area, so do be careful and try to avoid hiking on your own if possible.

Cheung Po Tsai Cave

The Cheung Po Tsai Cave on Cheung Chau is a natural cave in Hong Kong where the Guangdong pirate, Cheung Po Tsai, used to hide his treasures, according to legend. For the non-claustrophobic, squeeze yourself into the narrow opening and make your way down the makeshift ladder and walk through the cave to to the other side, if you dare!

Kamikaze Cave

During World War II, a series of caves were dug on Lamma Island to conceal the Japanese's kamikaze speedboats, including the Kamikaze Cave on Sok Kwu Wan. This is probably one of the easiest and most accessible caves listed in this blog, and we highly recommend making the most of your time on the island by pairing it with one of the many trails you can explore and finishing off with some food at one of the seafood restaurants along Sok Kwu Wan.

Lin Ma Hang

The Lin Ma Hang caves were previously mines for copper, lead, and silver, but were abandoned in 1962. In 1994 it was declared a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) as it became an important bat colony, though in recent years, the area has been renovated since tne opening of Robin's Nest Country Park. The easiest and most direct way to access Lin Ma Hang caves is if you hike up from Lin Ma Hang village itself, though those looking for more of a challenge can tackle the caves from the start of the Robin's Nest Trail, but we would not recommend this for beginners!

Mok Min Cave

Though technically more of a sea arch, Mok Min Cave makes for a nice little detour from Pak Lap Village, combining off-piste explorations with a rocky scramble. Once you're done, you can make your way back to Pak Lap Academy where you can either rent water sports equipment such as kayaks and paddle boards, relax on the beach or fuel up on refreshments and food at the cafe.

One Tree Cave

The One Tree Cave is tucked beneath Lantau Peak, and is best suited to intrepid explorers who are more experienced with hiking off the beaten path as some points can be steep and narrow. Although in quite a discreet location, overlooking the North of Lantau, the spot has become quite popular amongst hikers in recent years, and you will be lucky to get the cave to yourself these days.

Silver Mine Cave

The Silver Mine Cave in Mui Wo, Lantau, was previously used for silver mining activities (like the name suggests) in the mid to late 19th century, and eventually halted due to the low silver content. The cave is easy to access and is a short 30-minute walk from the Mui Wo Ferry Pier. Explore the nearby Silver Mine Bay Waterfall and take a break at the Chinese-style pavilion before making your way back.

Star Rock/Cave

This little dwelling also doubles up as Piggy Rock or Cross Rock, which is a distinct rock formation out in the Castle Peak Hinterland, resembling a pig. It's a short 30-minute walk from the temple, and requires walking through a construction site (which feels somewhat like trespassing) but is how most people make their way up to this trail. Be careful of strays in the area, and watch your step! For more funky rock formations, check out our blog here.

Twisted Cave (Ha Shan Tuk)

Ha Shun Tak, also known at the Twisted Cave, is a short coasteer / scramble along the Clear Water Bay coast, beneath the Tai Au Mun Road, and makes for a cool pic for the gram. Some points may be a little high for the dogs to manage on their own, and so is best left for more experienced hikers.

Belly Button Cave

Saving the best for last; we think some of the best places worth exploring are some of the hardest to get to, and boy is that true of Tung Lung Chau's oddly named Belly Button Cave. This gigantic arch / "naval" of Tung Lung Chau requires bush-whacking your way down to the coast after climbing your way up to the West of the island, and them scrambling and hopping from rock to rock just to stand under the massive sea arch. It's grand size and isolated location is a wonderful reminder of Hong Kong's stunning nature. But a word of warning again, this is not to be attempted by beginners!